Expansion project delaying shipping and receiving of core from Fort St. John
The core facility in Fort St. John will be unable to ship or receive core due to a warehouse expansion, BCER said.
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Court Report: May 11th to May 15th
Today’s court report contains all the sentences handed down in the Peace region between May 11th and May 15th, 2026.
Chetwynd and District Hospital Foundation seeks new board member
The Chetwynd and District Hospital Foundation is looking for a general member to join its board.
Volunteer shortage pauses 2027 Fort St. John Air Show
The 2027 Fort St. John Air Show has been cancelled due to a shortage of volunteers.
FSJ Army Cadets selling tickets for Father’s Day raffle
The FSJ Army Cadets will be hosting a Father's Day raffle until June 17th.
Temporary closure scheduled for Buick Water Station
The Buick Water Station, one of the five water stations run by the PRRD will experience a service disruption from May 26th to 28th.
Snowbirds grounded after 2026 season, new planes incoming
CT-114 jet trainers, the Snowbirds planes since the 1970s, will be decommissioned after the 2026 season.
North Peace Cultural Society to host three-day festival in June
The North Peace Cultural Society will host its Bright Nights in June festival, scheduled to start on June 11th at the North Peace Cultural Centre.
Hudson’s Hope ER closes again for another week
The Hudson's Hope Health Centre's emergency department will be closed for another week until May 25th at 8.30 a.m.
Ford issues recall for select models due to windshield wiper manufacturing issue
Ford has issued a recall due to manufacturing issues with windshield wipers in select models from 2021 to 2023.
NEBC Chill hands out postseason memorial awards
the NEBC Chill gave out awards honouring former players Trace Morrell and Carter Kosick.
May long weekend patrols a success for Northern Rockies RCMP
Northern Rockies RCMP and BC Conservation Service officers issued multiple violation tickets, notices and orders during its May long weekend patrols.
Peace River North MLA, B.C. Conservative leadership candidate host virtual town hall
Jordan Kealy and Kerry-Lynne Findlay will be co-hosting a virtual town hall on May 19th at 7:30 p.m.
Peace Country Pickleball hosts introductory sessions at Kin Park
Pickleball Canada said membership in its organization had grown to 85,223 members as of the end of 2024.
Taylor Bridge annual maintenance scheduled till end of June
The Taylor Bridge will undergo annual maintenance from May 25th, lasting through the end of June, reducing traffic to a single alternating lane.
Old Fort Road may reopen to vehicle traffic later this week
Old Fort Road may be reopened later this week as the Ministry of Transport and Transit reports significant progress was made over the long weekend on the construction of the temporary access road.
Peace River Regional District launches 2026 FireSmart Campaign
The PRRD has launched it's 2026 FireSmart campaign, aimed at provide opportunities for residents to reduce wildfire risks and protect their homes.
B.C. Court Services to implement videoconferencing to attend routine matter easier across province
People in B.C., including in Fort St. John, will be able to attend civil and family court matters in the Supreme Court of British Columbia via videoconferencing.
Moose Hide Campaign Day opens up conversations about Indigenous men, their roles in the community
The moose hide campaign began in 2011 looking at ending gender-based violence in the Indigenous community, and now has events across North America
‘Pretty Salty’: Northern Rockies Tourism and Events to host its own Ribfest – Fort Nelson style
With an aim to be more 'local', the Northern Lights Flaming Grill Fest will take place in late August in Fort Nelson.
Court Report: May 11th to May 15th
Today’s court report contains all the sentences handed down in the Peace region between May 11th and May 15th, 2026.
Chetwynd and District Hospital Foundation seeks new board member
The Chetwynd and District Hospital Foundation is looking for a general member to join its board.
Volunteer shortage pauses 2027 Fort St. John Air Show
The 2027 Fort St. John Air Show has been cancelled due to a shortage of volunteers.
FSJ Army Cadets selling tickets for Father’s Day raffle
The FSJ Army Cadets will be hosting a Father's Day raffle until June 17th.
Temporary closure scheduled for Buick Water Station
The Buick Water Station, one of the five water stations run by the PRRD will experience a service disruption from May 26th to 28th.
Snowbirds grounded after 2026 season, new planes incoming
CT-114 jet trainers, the Snowbirds planes since the 1970s, will be decommissioned after the 2026 season.
North Peace Cultural Society to host three-day festival in June
The North Peace Cultural Society will host its Bright Nights in June festival, scheduled to start on June 11th at the North Peace Cultural Centre.
Hudson’s Hope ER closes again for another week
The Hudson's Hope Health Centre's emergency department will be closed for another week until May 25th at 8.30 a.m.
Ford issues recall for select models due to windshield wiper manufacturing issue
Ford has issued a recall due to manufacturing issues with windshield wipers in select models from 2021 to 2023.
NEBC Chill hands out postseason memorial awards
the NEBC Chill gave out awards honouring former players Trace Morrell and Carter Kosick.
May long weekend patrols a success for Northern Rockies RCMP
Northern Rockies RCMP and BC Conservation Service officers issued multiple violation tickets, notices and orders during its May long weekend patrols.
Peace River North MLA, B.C. Conservative leadership candidate host virtual town hall
Jordan Kealy and Kerry-Lynne Findlay will be co-hosting a virtual town hall on May 19th at 7:30 p.m.
Peace Country Pickleball hosts introductory sessions at Kin Park
Pickleball Canada said membership in its organization had grown to 85,223 members as of the end of 2024.
Taylor Bridge annual maintenance scheduled till end of June
The Taylor Bridge will undergo annual maintenance from May 25th, lasting through the end of June, reducing traffic to a single alternating lane.
Old Fort Road may reopen to vehicle traffic later this week
Old Fort Road may be reopened later this week as the Ministry of Transport and Transit reports significant progress was made over the long weekend on the construction of the temporary access road.
Peace River Regional District launches 2026 FireSmart Campaign
The PRRD has launched it's 2026 FireSmart campaign, aimed at provide opportunities for residents to reduce wildfire risks and protect their homes.
B.C. Court Services to implement videoconferencing to attend routine matter easier across province
People in B.C., including in Fort St. John, will be able to attend civil and family court matters in the Supreme Court of British Columbia via videoconferencing.
Moose Hide Campaign Day opens up conversations about Indigenous men, their roles in the community
The moose hide campaign began in 2011 looking at ending gender-based violence in the Indigenous community, and now has events across North America
‘Pretty Salty’: Northern Rockies Tourism and Events to host its own Ribfest – Fort Nelson style
With an aim to be more 'local', the Northern Lights Flaming Grill Fest will take place in late August in Fort Nelson.
