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BCLC offers odds on first 2025 baby’s location and top names

B.C. Lottery Corporation has listed betting odds for where the province’s first baby will be born in 2025.

Former Fort St. John Huskies players make Marian University Dean’s List 

Two former Fort St. John Huskies players are being honoured for making the Dean’s List at Marian University in Wisconsin for the Fall 2024 semester.

Suspicious death prompts major crime unit investigation in Mackenzie

The North District Major Crime Unit (NDMCU) has been deployed in Mackenzie after a suspicious death near the Litnit Creek bridge.

Two diversions hit Dawson Creek Hospital over the weekend

The Dawson Creek and District Hospital’s emergency department was hit with multiple diversions over the weekend.

2024 Year-In-Review: Reporters’ Choice

In part 1 of our 2024 Year-In-Review, our reporters share the stories that impacted them the most this year.

Police investigating death of man found on the outskirts of rural northern B.C. town

Police in northern B.C. say they're investigating a "suspicious death" after a man was found dead outside of Mackenzie

Pretrial conference ordered for man charged with driving while disqualified, flight from police

A Dawson Creek man facing six charges, including fleeing from police and driving while disqualified, will return to court Jan. 8 to fix a date for a pretrial conference.

Diversion at Dawson Creek Hospital: Emergency Department closed Friday afternoon

Northern Health has announced a diversion at the Dawson Creek and District Hospital on Friday afternoon, December 27th.

Fort St. John Flyers’ Teddy Bear Toss rescheduled for game versus High Prairie Regals

The North Peace Hockey League’s Fort St. John Senior Flyers have announced their 2024-25 Teddy Bear Toss game will take place on Saturday, January 4th 2025 against the High Prairie Regals.

Pita Pit Teacher of the Month: Trina Powers

Margaret Ma Murray Community School teacher Trina Powers has been named Pita Pit’s Teacher of the Month for December. 

Judge dismisses Alaska Highway subcontractor’s appeal

A B.C. Supreme Court judge in Vancouver decided a federal highway construction contractor can amend its counterclaim.

UPDATE Christmas Day power outage believed to be caused by equipment failure: 5 homes affected.

BC Hydro is reporting a Christmas power outage in Chetwynd affecting around five customers on Wednesday morning

Ripe avalanche conditions for parts of B.C. expected to persist this week: forecaster

Mayor Hansen shares reflections on 2024 and vision for the new year

City of Fort St. John Mayor Lilia Hansen is sharing her thoughts on the achievements and challenges of 2024 and looking forward to what the community can expect next year. 

NRRM closes Municipal services early for mourning

The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality has announced an early closure of its Municipal facilities starting December 24th due to the passing of a loved community member and firefighter.

Steelhead LNG announces legal action against three companies

A Vancouver-based liquefied natural gas developer has announced new legal action regarding the Cedar LNG Project.

Fort St John Today: Christmas 2024

In this edition, here are some things to do during Christmas this year. Plus, events happening December 24-30, 2024

Court Report: December 16th to 20th

Below are the latest sentences handed down from the Fort St. John, Dawson Creek, and Fort Nelson Provincial Courts from December 16th to 20th.

Fort St. John’s Kenzi Steiner commits to University of Fraser Valley

North Peace Secondary School (NPSS) Girls’ Volleyball mainstay Kenzi Steiner has made her 2025 signing official on December 23rd.