Taylor family raising money for funeral of Dennis Bowe
A local family is in mourning after the loss of a beloved great-grandfather, husband, and friend. They’re now hoping to raise $10,000 to help pay for his funeral.
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WANTED: Officers hunt for alleged sex offender
Officers are searching for a man wanted on multiple child pornography and sexual assault charges.
‘We haven’t even seen what is best to come’: Fort St. John Association for Community Living celebrates 65th anniversary
Dedicated staff and supporters who assist those with special needs celebrated a milestone anniversary for Fort St. John’s longest-serving non-profit.
CRTC aims to bring down internet service costs for Fort St. John and other ‘far north’ communities
Fort St. John and other communities are expected to pay less for the internet as a result of new regulator policies.
Alberta-based suspect in Texas sexual interference investigation passed through Hudson’s Hope, says RCMP
A suspect in an international sexual interference investigation was reportedly tracked via social media passing through Hudson’s Hope recently.
23-year-old arrested and charged with murder in Dawson Creek
A man has been charged with murder in connection with a shooting that took place over the weekend in Dawson Creek.
Play structure to temporarily close for three-hour ‘steam clean’
A Fort St. John play structure will be temporarily closed to be cleaned.
Slippery conditions across Highway 97, reports DriveBC
Motorists in the Peace region are being urged to drive carefully along the Alaska Highway.
Huskies return to the ice to face Fairview Flyers this weekend
After a week-long break for the STRIKE GROUP North West Junior Hockey League (NWJHL) all-star game, the Fort St. John Huskies are set to return to the ice this weekend.
B.C. launches short-term rental registry with annual fees to rein in ‘speculators’
Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon says B.C. is launching a registry for short-term rentals to further crack down on "speculators" operating illegally.
(UPDATE) Wanted man located by Prince George RCMP
The wanted individual described in the article below has been found by police. In accordance with our policy, we have removed information from this story that could be used to identify him.
Peace Fusion Dance kicks off 2025 with showcase and spotlight competitions
Peace Fusion Dance Company kicks off its 2025 season with two events to finish off January.
Community organization faces future funding crisis
A northern regional council is stepping up to help a local literacy society facing a looming funding crisis.
Former Peace River South MLA among guest speakers booked for government leadership forum
More than a decade ago, Mike Bernier attended the Union of BC Municipalities’ Local Government Leadership Forum to learn. This year, he’ll be attending to teach.
‘It’s fun being on the outside looking in’: Former MLA speaks on retirement from politics
After 20 years in politics, Mike Bernier says he and his family have been enjoying a new chapter in his life: stepping out of the public eye and into retirement.
B.C. First Nation leader apologizes, walks back on Northern Gateway pipeline support
The president of the Union of BC Indian Chiefs is apologizing and walking back comments suggesting he supported reviving the Northern Gateway pipeline project, and now says he doesn't support "resuscitating dead projects."
(UPDATE) Classic Cruisers’ acting president resigns
The acting president of the Fort St John Classic Cruisers Club has suddenly resigned.
‘Celebrate the joy of music’ at 2025 SD 60 Band FUNdraiser coming in March
Everyone will get the chance to experience live student performances, fun activities and more with School District 60’s (SD 60) Band FUNdraiser returning soon.
BC Transplant reports lowest number of organ transplants in Northern Health region since 2016
Twenty people living in the Northern Health coverage area received organ transplants in 2024, according to the Provincial Health Services Authority’s (PHSA) BC Transplant program.
Learning the ‘fundamentals of Arctic sport’: Fort Nelson First Nation to host iSPARC camp
FNFN’s Chalo School is set to host an iSPARC athletic and coaching clinic development camp highlighting Arctic games.
WANTED: Officers hunt for alleged sex offender
Officers are searching for a man wanted on multiple child pornography and sexual assault charges.
‘We haven’t even seen what is best to come’: Fort St. John Association for Community Living celebrates 65th anniversary
Dedicated staff and supporters who assist those with special needs celebrated a milestone anniversary for Fort St. John’s longest-serving non-profit.
CRTC aims to bring down internet service costs for Fort St. John and other ‘far north’ communities
Fort St. John and other communities are expected to pay less for the internet as a result of new regulator policies.
Alberta-based suspect in Texas sexual interference investigation passed through Hudson’s Hope, says RCMP
A suspect in an international sexual interference investigation was reportedly tracked via social media passing through Hudson’s Hope recently.
23-year-old arrested and charged with murder in Dawson Creek
A man has been charged with murder in connection with a shooting that took place over the weekend in Dawson Creek.
Play structure to temporarily close for three-hour ‘steam clean’
A Fort St. John play structure will be temporarily closed to be cleaned.
Slippery conditions across Highway 97, reports DriveBC
Motorists in the Peace region are being urged to drive carefully along the Alaska Highway.
Huskies return to the ice to face Fairview Flyers this weekend
After a week-long break for the STRIKE GROUP North West Junior Hockey League (NWJHL) all-star game, the Fort St. John Huskies are set to return to the ice this weekend.
B.C. launches short-term rental registry with annual fees to rein in ‘speculators’
Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon says B.C. is launching a registry for short-term rentals to further crack down on "speculators" operating illegally.
(UPDATE) Wanted man located by Prince George RCMP
The wanted individual described in the article below has been found by police. In accordance with our policy, we have removed information from this story that could be used to identify him.
Peace Fusion Dance kicks off 2025 with showcase and spotlight competitions
Peace Fusion Dance Company kicks off its 2025 season with two events to finish off January.
Community organization faces future funding crisis
A northern regional council is stepping up to help a local literacy society facing a looming funding crisis.
Former Peace River South MLA among guest speakers booked for government leadership forum
More than a decade ago, Mike Bernier attended the Union of BC Municipalities’ Local Government Leadership Forum to learn. This year, he’ll be attending to teach.
‘It’s fun being on the outside looking in’: Former MLA speaks on retirement from politics
After 20 years in politics, Mike Bernier says he and his family have been enjoying a new chapter in his life: stepping out of the public eye and into retirement.
B.C. First Nation leader apologizes, walks back on Northern Gateway pipeline support
The president of the Union of BC Indian Chiefs is apologizing and walking back comments suggesting he supported reviving the Northern Gateway pipeline project, and now says he doesn't support "resuscitating dead projects."
(UPDATE) Classic Cruisers’ acting president resigns
The acting president of the Fort St John Classic Cruisers Club has suddenly resigned.
‘Celebrate the joy of music’ at 2025 SD 60 Band FUNdraiser coming in March
Everyone will get the chance to experience live student performances, fun activities and more with School District 60’s (SD 60) Band FUNdraiser returning soon.
BC Transplant reports lowest number of organ transplants in Northern Health region since 2016
Twenty people living in the Northern Health coverage area received organ transplants in 2024, according to the Provincial Health Services Authority’s (PHSA) BC Transplant program.
Learning the ‘fundamentals of Arctic sport’: Fort Nelson First Nation to host iSPARC camp
FNFN’s Chalo School is set to host an iSPARC athletic and coaching clinic development camp highlighting Arctic games.
