 (UPDATE) Multi-vehicle incident shuts down Highway 97Â
Drive BC reports Highway 97 is closed for nearly four kilometres in both directions between Old Summit Lake Road and Wright Creek Road due to a multi-vehicle incident.
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Charlie Lake victim’s family receives condolences from chief minister of home state in India
Mohan Yadav, the chief minister of the Indian state Madhya Pradesh, offered his condolences and support to the family of Gurkirat Manocha, a student who died in Charlie Lake on March 13th following an "altercation."
Fort St. John council finalizes five-year budget bylaw
The City of Fort St. John council has given its new 2026-2030 budget bylaw its first three readings, moving it to the final step of the approval process.
Fort St. John artist’s new single cracks top 50 Canada country radio chart
Fort St. John musician Kyle McKearney has found success with his recent single Rearview, which has made its way onto the top 50 charts for Canadian country radio.
Early learning program to restart in Tumbler Ridge
Tumbler Ridge's StrongStart program will reopen on March 30th at a temporary space in Tumbler Ridge Place.Â
Victim of Charlie Lake ‘altercation’ identified by RCMP amid homicide investigation
The person who died on March 13th after an "altercation" at the Charlie Lake boat ramp has been named as Gurkirat Manocha.
Warning of more than 10cm of snowfall around Fort Nelson and Pine Pass
Environment Canada has issued two warnings because more than 10cm of snow is expected in Fort Nelson and through the Pine Pass on March 15th and 16th.
Fort St. John colon cancer survivor supports call to lower age requirement for screening
A Fort St. John woman who overcame colon cancer, Denise Christie, says she supports expanded early detection screening programs across the country amid Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March.
Energeticcity.ca Weekly Review: Our AI Policy
In this edition of the Weekly Review, we share our new AI Policy for readers to reference. Plus, the most-read stories of the week.
Homicide investigation launched over death following ‘altercation’ at Charlie Lake boat ramp
The Fort St. John RCMP were called to the Charlie Lake boat ramp at around 11:10 p.m. on March 13th to reports of several people in an “altercation.” One person has died after the incident and a homicide investigation has been launched.
First Nation to host wellness, trauma workshop with help from former NHL star
Former National Hockey League star Theoren Fleury will join a free wellness, trauma and grief workshop to take place at the school on the Prophet River First Nation reserve from March 17th to 19th.
B.C. Conservatives leader candidate talks energy and healthcare in Fort St. John visit
Iain Black is a former MLA and CEO running for the Conservative Party of B.C. leadership position, who visited Fort St. John in March 2026.
Comic and sci-fi convention to be held in Dawson Creek
CreekCon at Dawson Creek's Kiwanis Performing Arts Centre will have a cosplay contest, role-playing workshops and games throughout March 14th, 2026.
Peace River North MLA speaks after voting against Human Rights Code motion
Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy voted against a motion in the Legislative Assembly of B.C. to “affirm unequivocal support” for the Human Rights Code on March 12th, saying it was "wasting time."
Fort St. John council finalizes ‘inform, not replace’ AI policy
The City of Fort St. John council has approved its AI policy, which it says will see AI informing - not replacing - human decision-making.
Dawson Creek roofing business fined $5,000 by WorkSafeBC, company appeals decision
WorkSafeBC has fined a Dawson Creek roofing company, Raptor Mountain Roofing, $5,000 after its workers allegedly failed to use sufficient safety equipment while on an active job site. Raptor says the decision is under review.
Northern B.C. represented at Indigenous basketball championship, despite not taking roster
Known as JANT, the Junior All-Native Basketball Tournament, starts on March 15th in Langley.
B.C. killings due to ‘botched robbery,’ defence lawyer says, as murder trial closes
A weeks-long trial of three men accused of murdering an Abbotsford couple came to a close in B.C. Supreme Court on Tuesday, March 10th. One of the defendants had arrived in B.C. on a student visa to study in Dawson Creek.
Fort St. John RCMP search for two wanted men
Fort St. John RCMP officers are looking for two wanted men, Jared McColm and Joshua Hamel.
Highway 97 to close during avalanche control work
Highway 97, connecting Chetwynd to Prince George, will be closed for an hour between 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on March 13th, 2026.
Charlie Lake victim’s family receives condolences from chief minister of home state in India
Mohan Yadav, the chief minister of the Indian state Madhya Pradesh, offered his condolences and support to the family of Gurkirat Manocha, a student who died in Charlie Lake on March 13th following an "altercation."
Fort St. John council finalizes five-year budget bylaw
The City of Fort St. John council has given its new 2026-2030 budget bylaw its first three readings, moving it to the final step of the approval process.
Fort St. John artist’s new single cracks top 50 Canada country radio chart
Fort St. John musician Kyle McKearney has found success with his recent single Rearview, which has made its way onto the top 50 charts for Canadian country radio.
Early learning program to restart in Tumbler Ridge
Tumbler Ridge's StrongStart program will reopen on March 30th at a temporary space in Tumbler Ridge Place.Â
Victim of Charlie Lake ‘altercation’ identified by RCMP amid homicide investigation
The person who died on March 13th after an "altercation" at the Charlie Lake boat ramp has been named as Gurkirat Manocha.
Warning of more than 10cm of snowfall around Fort Nelson and Pine Pass
Environment Canada has issued two warnings because more than 10cm of snow is expected in Fort Nelson and through the Pine Pass on March 15th and 16th.
Fort St. John colon cancer survivor supports call to lower age requirement for screening
A Fort St. John woman who overcame colon cancer, Denise Christie, says she supports expanded early detection screening programs across the country amid Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March.
Energeticcity.ca Weekly Review: Our AI Policy
In this edition of the Weekly Review, we share our new AI Policy for readers to reference. Plus, the most-read stories of the week.
Homicide investigation launched over death following ‘altercation’ at Charlie Lake boat ramp
The Fort St. John RCMP were called to the Charlie Lake boat ramp at around 11:10 p.m. on March 13th to reports of several people in an “altercation.” One person has died after the incident and a homicide investigation has been launched.
First Nation to host wellness, trauma workshop with help from former NHL star
Former National Hockey League star Theoren Fleury will join a free wellness, trauma and grief workshop to take place at the school on the Prophet River First Nation reserve from March 17th to 19th.
B.C. Conservatives leader candidate talks energy and healthcare in Fort St. John visit
Iain Black is a former MLA and CEO running for the Conservative Party of B.C. leadership position, who visited Fort St. John in March 2026.
Comic and sci-fi convention to be held in Dawson Creek
CreekCon at Dawson Creek's Kiwanis Performing Arts Centre will have a cosplay contest, role-playing workshops and games throughout March 14th, 2026.
Peace River North MLA speaks after voting against Human Rights Code motion
Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy voted against a motion in the Legislative Assembly of B.C. to “affirm unequivocal support” for the Human Rights Code on March 12th, saying it was "wasting time."
Fort St. John council finalizes ‘inform, not replace’ AI policy
The City of Fort St. John council has approved its AI policy, which it says will see AI informing - not replacing - human decision-making.
Dawson Creek roofing business fined $5,000 by WorkSafeBC, company appeals decision
WorkSafeBC has fined a Dawson Creek roofing company, Raptor Mountain Roofing, $5,000 after its workers allegedly failed to use sufficient safety equipment while on an active job site. Raptor says the decision is under review.
Northern B.C. represented at Indigenous basketball championship, despite not taking roster
Known as JANT, the Junior All-Native Basketball Tournament, starts on March 15th in Langley.
B.C. killings due to ‘botched robbery,’ defence lawyer says, as murder trial closes
A weeks-long trial of three men accused of murdering an Abbotsford couple came to a close in B.C. Supreme Court on Tuesday, March 10th. One of the defendants had arrived in B.C. on a student visa to study in Dawson Creek.
Fort St. John RCMP search for two wanted men
Fort St. John RCMP officers are looking for two wanted men, Jared McColm and Joshua Hamel.
Highway 97 to close during avalanche control work
Highway 97, connecting Chetwynd to Prince George, will be closed for an hour between 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on March 13th, 2026.
