Firefighters work quickly to limit spread of wildfire south of Chetwynd
The BCWS says the Bluff Creek wildfire is no longer considered ‘out of control,’ and is now ‘being held.’
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Northern Health sees uptick in active measles cases
Northern Health has the only four active cases of measles within B.C., according to the BCCDC's latest update on September 4th.
Caribou habitat near Tumbler Ridge receives nearly $1 million in conservation funding
The quintette caribou herd project will receive $965,679 over the next three years as part of a broader conservation effort by the Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation.
Tumbler Ridge Health Centre on-call hours to reduce to ensure ‘predictable daytime coverage’
Tumbler Ridge Health Centre's on-call hours are being reduced from September 5th.
Dawson Creek RCMP search for missing teenager
Todd Harvey was first reported missing to the Dawson Creek RCMP detachment on August 26th.
Fort St. John woman wins ‘best cinematography’ award
Gabby Yuen, who grew up in Fort St. John, was given the 'best cinematography' award at Trinity Western University’s Cinergy Film Festival.
Firefighters tackle 19-hectare, ‘out of control’ blaze south of Chetwynd
BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) firefighters are tackling an ‘out of control’ wildfire south of Chetwynd, in Bluff Creek.
Have your say: New draft of Fort St. John’s long-term policy document now available
The latest version of the City of Fort St. John’s proposed Official Community Plan (OCP) is accessible to the public online, with in-person public engagement continuing throughout September.
Construction begins on new retail development in Fort St. John
The Shops at Fort St. John Crossing will be a 20,000 square-foot retail centre on the southeast corner of 93rd Avenue and 86th Street.
Huskies dominate in pre-season win over Dawson Creek Kodiaks
Huskies dominated the Dawson Creek Kodiaks in a 6-3 victory on September 3rd at the Pomeroy Sport Centre.
B.C. approves shorter route for PRGT pipeline despite unresolved concerns
A shorter 172-kilometre eastern route for the Prince Rupert Gas Transmission (PRGT) pipeline has been approved by the B.C. Environmental Assessment Office.
‘Brilliantly simple’ 100 Women Who Care fundraiser returns to Fort St. John
The 11th edition of 100 Women Who Care Fort St. John will take place on September 23rd at the Lido theatre.
Did you see anything?: Police hunt for witnesses after man hospitalized with ‘serious injuries’
Fort St. John RCMP officers are asking anyone who saw what happened near the 99th Avenue and 98th Street intersection at 2:40 p.m. on September 1st to come forward.
B.C.’s health minister tours northeast hospitals amid service interruptions
The province's minister of health spent the long weekend visiting hospitals around the northeast after 530 hours of closures.
Snow and ice clearing policy changes in the cards for Taylor
The District of Taylor's Snow and Ice clearing policy is undergoing a review ahead of this years' winter after months of resident feedback.
Environment Canada issues air quality warning for Peace region, Fort Nelson
Air quality warnings related to wildfire smoke could impact the Peace River region and Fort Nelson for remainder of this week, Environment Canada says.
Peace region hopefuls make it through to top five in Youth Athlete of the Year competition
Stella Matchett, Addison Webb, Bentley Hunt and Bryce Needham all made the top five of their respective groups in the Youth Athlete of the Year contest.
‘Responsible spending’: Peace River Regional District is one of B.C.’s ‘most efficient,’ report finds
According to a report from the CFIB, the PRRD is in the top five 'most efficient' districts in B.C., due to its controlled spending.
Taylor separates policy documents in grants, forgiveness and sponsorship revamp
The District of Taylor council is reviewing a 2019 grants, forgiveness and sponsorship policy and breaking it into more detailed policies to evolve with the times.
Fort St. John RCMP officers seek pair of wanted men
Fort St. John police issued separate wanted notices for 40-year-old Adam Patrick Byrne and 36-year-old Travis William Kowalchuk on Wednesday, September 3rd.
Northern Health sees uptick in active measles cases
Northern Health has the only four active cases of measles within B.C., according to the BCCDC's latest update on September 4th.
Caribou habitat near Tumbler Ridge receives nearly $1 million in conservation funding
The quintette caribou herd project will receive $965,679 over the next three years as part of a broader conservation effort by the Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation.
Tumbler Ridge Health Centre on-call hours to reduce to ensure ‘predictable daytime coverage’
Tumbler Ridge Health Centre's on-call hours are being reduced from September 5th.
Dawson Creek RCMP search for missing teenager
Todd Harvey was first reported missing to the Dawson Creek RCMP detachment on August 26th.
Fort St. John woman wins ‘best cinematography’ award
Gabby Yuen, who grew up in Fort St. John, was given the 'best cinematography' award at Trinity Western University’s Cinergy Film Festival.
Firefighters tackle 19-hectare, ‘out of control’ blaze south of Chetwynd
BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) firefighters are tackling an ‘out of control’ wildfire south of Chetwynd, in Bluff Creek.
Have your say: New draft of Fort St. John’s long-term policy document now available
The latest version of the City of Fort St. John’s proposed Official Community Plan (OCP) is accessible to the public online, with in-person public engagement continuing throughout September.
Construction begins on new retail development in Fort St. John
The Shops at Fort St. John Crossing will be a 20,000 square-foot retail centre on the southeast corner of 93rd Avenue and 86th Street.
Huskies dominate in pre-season win over Dawson Creek Kodiaks
Huskies dominated the Dawson Creek Kodiaks in a 6-3 victory on September 3rd at the Pomeroy Sport Centre.
B.C. approves shorter route for PRGT pipeline despite unresolved concerns
A shorter 172-kilometre eastern route for the Prince Rupert Gas Transmission (PRGT) pipeline has been approved by the B.C. Environmental Assessment Office.
‘Brilliantly simple’ 100 Women Who Care fundraiser returns to Fort St. John
The 11th edition of 100 Women Who Care Fort St. John will take place on September 23rd at the Lido theatre.
Did you see anything?: Police hunt for witnesses after man hospitalized with ‘serious injuries’
Fort St. John RCMP officers are asking anyone who saw what happened near the 99th Avenue and 98th Street intersection at 2:40 p.m. on September 1st to come forward.
B.C.’s health minister tours northeast hospitals amid service interruptions
The province's minister of health spent the long weekend visiting hospitals around the northeast after 530 hours of closures.
Snow and ice clearing policy changes in the cards for Taylor
The District of Taylor's Snow and Ice clearing policy is undergoing a review ahead of this years' winter after months of resident feedback.
Environment Canada issues air quality warning for Peace region, Fort Nelson
Air quality warnings related to wildfire smoke could impact the Peace River region and Fort Nelson for remainder of this week, Environment Canada says.
Peace region hopefuls make it through to top five in Youth Athlete of the Year competition
Stella Matchett, Addison Webb, Bentley Hunt and Bryce Needham all made the top five of their respective groups in the Youth Athlete of the Year contest.
‘Responsible spending’: Peace River Regional District is one of B.C.’s ‘most efficient,’ report finds
According to a report from the CFIB, the PRRD is in the top five 'most efficient' districts in B.C., due to its controlled spending.
Taylor separates policy documents in grants, forgiveness and sponsorship revamp
The District of Taylor council is reviewing a 2019 grants, forgiveness and sponsorship policy and breaking it into more detailed policies to evolve with the times.
Fort St. John RCMP officers seek pair of wanted men
Fort St. John police issued separate wanted notices for 40-year-old Adam Patrick Byrne and 36-year-old Travis William Kowalchuk on Wednesday, September 3rd.
