(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.
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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.
One dead, one injured after two weekend shootings in Dawson Creek
The RCMP’s North District Major Crime Unit has taken over an investigation into shootings in Dawson Creek that left one person dead and another injured.
Dawson Creek and District Hospital emergency department diverted due to ‘staffing challenges’
The Dawson Creek and District Hospital is experiencing its first emergency department diversion of 2025.
Two people injured in two-vehicle collision in downtown Fort St. John
Two people were taken to the hospital following a recent two-vehicle collision in Fort St. John, police say.
Energetic Edge celebrates Cold Snap Championship win
A Fort St. John cheerleading squad blew away its competition in capturing a cheerleading title in Edmonton.
Charges laid against arrested suspects in Dawson Creek drive-by shooting investigation
Dawson Creek RCMP officers say charges have been laid against two suspects arrested in connection with a recent shooting in the city.
Fort St John Today: FSJ Association for Community Living
In this edition, we highlight the FSJ Association for Community Living. Plus, events happening January 21-27, 2025
Nenan Dane taking submissions for Youth Advisory Committee
First Nations family services organization Nenan Dane has announced plans to form its first Youth Advisory Committee (YAC).
(UPDATE): Missing person located by Fort St. John RCMP
The missing individual described in the article below has been located. In accordance with our policy, we have removed information from the article below that could be used to identify them.
Fort St. John to work with FSJACL on new potential housing project
The City of Fort St. John announced on Monday, January 20th, that it is in the preliminary stages of a new “potential project” in the downtown core area.
Ambulance workers voice concerns over new overtime policy
Ambulances sit empty across British Columbia as the union and the province clash over a new overtime policy which is negatively impacting caller wait times.
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.
One dead, one injured after two weekend shootings in Dawson Creek
The RCMP’s North District Major Crime Unit has taken over an investigation into shootings in Dawson Creek that left one person dead and another injured.
Dawson Creek and District Hospital emergency department diverted due to ‘staffing challenges’
The Dawson Creek and District Hospital is experiencing its first emergency department diversion of 2025.
Two people injured in two-vehicle collision in downtown Fort St. John
Two people were taken to the hospital following a recent two-vehicle collision in Fort St. John, police say.
Energetic Edge celebrates Cold Snap Championship win
A Fort St. John cheerleading squad blew away its competition in capturing a cheerleading title in Edmonton.
Charges laid against arrested suspects in Dawson Creek drive-by shooting investigation
Dawson Creek RCMP officers say charges have been laid against two suspects arrested in connection with a recent shooting in the city.
Fort St John Today: FSJ Association for Community Living
In this edition, we highlight the FSJ Association for Community Living. Plus, events happening January 21-27, 2025
Nenan Dane taking submissions for Youth Advisory Committee
First Nations family services organization Nenan Dane has announced plans to form its first Youth Advisory Committee (YAC).
(UPDATE): Missing person located by Fort St. John RCMP
The missing individual described in the article below has been located. In accordance with our policy, we have removed information from the article below that could be used to identify them.
Fort St. John to work with FSJACL on new potential housing project
The City of Fort St. John announced on Monday, January 20th, that it is in the preliminary stages of a new “potential project” in the downtown core area.
Ambulance workers voice concerns over new overtime policy
Ambulances sit empty across British Columbia as the union and the province clash over a new overtime policy which is negatively impacting caller wait times.
