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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.

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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.

National Pickleball Day 2025 in Fort St. John's Kin Park. (Ed Hitchins, Energeticcity.ca)
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.

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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.

FSJ sees 200+ cms of snow over 2025/2026 winter

During the winter season of 2025-2026, Fort St. John saw more than 200 centimetres of snowfall, with 103.9 centimetres falling in December 2025.

Metro Vancouver transit workers seek strike vote after talks with employer break down
Northeast B.C. players eligible for PWHL draft

Two hockey players from Northeast B.C. are eligible for next month's PWHL draft.

(Opinion) Bear Flat dispatch: Bear Flat Museum

Regular contributor Ken Boon writes about the Bear Flat Museum, which features a "Site C Sucks Museum" cabin, a sign cabin and old farm equipment.

Lido to host silent auction in support of FSJ family

The Lido Theatre will be hosting a fundraiser on May 22nd, 2026, for a local family in support of a child suffering from medical issues.

The Peace River Regional District building in Dawson Creek. (PRRD)
PRRD delays reading related to zoning bylaw

The Peace River Regional District has delayed the second reading regarding a new zoning bylaw. 

Fort Nelson First Nation sign. Reads A nation
Fort Nelson First Nation seeks to empower community with Career Fair

Fort Nelson First Nation's Career Fair will be a day-long event with handgames demonstrations, workshops, and prizes.

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Service Canada support available in Fort St. John for month of May

Service Canada will be available for help with services for residents of Fort St. John in the month of May.

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Energeticcity.ca Weekly Review: Stay In Touch

In this edition of the Weekly Review, multiple ways you can stay in touch with the newsroom. Plus, the most-read stories of the week.

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