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.
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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.
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.
PRRD delays reading related to zoning bylaw
The Peace River Regional District has delayed the second reading regarding a new zoning bylaw.Â
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.
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.
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.
Parties agree to final investment collaboration on LNG Canada phase two
LNG Canada Phase two will double the terminal's capacity to 28 million tones of liquified natural gas annually.
BC Credit Unions support Tumbler Ridge students with 50/50 fundraiser
Credit unions from across B.C. stepped up to donate proceeds from a 50/50 fundraiser in support of the students of Tumbler Ridge.
Gala raises $87,000 for Chetwynd Hospital Foundation
The Masquerade Gala has raised over $87,000 in profit for the Chetwynd and District Hospital Foundation
Organizations call on federal and B.C. governments to mandate health impact assessment of LNG Canada’s Phase One
More than 50 organizations are asking the federal and B.C. government to conduct an independent assessment of LNG Canada Phase 1.
PRRD reports delay to Old Fort road construction
The Peace River Regional District says work on the Old Fort road has been delayed by weather and ground conditions.
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.
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.
PRRD delays reading related to zoning bylaw
The Peace River Regional District has delayed the second reading regarding a new zoning bylaw.Â
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.
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.
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.
Parties agree to final investment collaboration on LNG Canada phase two
LNG Canada Phase two will double the terminal's capacity to 28 million tones of liquified natural gas annually.
BC Credit Unions support Tumbler Ridge students with 50/50 fundraiser
Credit unions from across B.C. stepped up to donate proceeds from a 50/50 fundraiser in support of the students of Tumbler Ridge.
Gala raises $87,000 for Chetwynd Hospital Foundation
The Masquerade Gala has raised over $87,000 in profit for the Chetwynd and District Hospital Foundation
Organizations call on federal and B.C. governments to mandate health impact assessment of LNG Canada’s Phase One
More than 50 organizations are asking the federal and B.C. government to conduct an independent assessment of LNG Canada Phase 1.
PRRD reports delay to Old Fort road construction
The Peace River Regional District says work on the Old Fort road has been delayed by weather and ground conditions.
