Another measles exposure reported at Fort St. John ER
Northern Health has announced an overnight measles exposure at the Fort St. John Hospital emergency department from January 17th to 18th, 2026.
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Number of black bear deaths shrinks around B.C. in 2025, but slightly increases in north
The number of black bear deaths involving the B.C. Conservation Service was released on January 22nd.
City reviews first draft 2026 budget with up to two per cent tax increase for residents
The City of Fort St. John council reviewed the first draft of its over $130 million 2026 budget on January 26th.
Fort St. John businesses named Canadian Choice Award winners in 2026 revealed
2026 Canadian Choice Award winners in Fort St. John include The Lippy Lemon, Bean UpNorth Coffee, Beccalicious Cooking, Freedom Cleaning and Organizing, Get Up and Glow, Jen Blends Beauty and Studio 105.
Dawson Creek RCMP seek missing 18-year-old who missed curfew
According to the Dawson Creek RCMP, missing David Todd Laboucan Harvey is bound by a curfew and failed to return on time on January 21st.
Fort St. John RCMP arrests eight after drug trafficking investigation
In addition to eight arrests, the Fort St. John RCMP say they also seized over 55 firearms and two kilograms of suspected cocaine.
(UPDATE) One person taken to hospital after Rose Prairie Road collision
A motor vehicle incident saw Rose Prairie Road closed between 256 Road and 260 Road.
Man arrested and appeal launched after fatal Highway 97 collision
The BC Highway Patrol is asking for witnesses and dash-camera footage of the collision on Highway 97 that killed one person on January 26th.
Tumbler Ridge calls for more ‘clear public engagement’ after on-call ER cuts
The District of Tumbler Ridge is calling for transparency from Northern Health regarding the reduction of its on-call ER services at the health centre.
Northern Rockies CAO to retire after 17 years with municipality
Scott Barry, who has held a variety of roles before his current post of chief administrative officer, is planning to retire from the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality in October 2026.
Man arrested after shots reportedly fired at Fort Nelson home
A reported incident involving shots being fired at a residence in Fort Nelson First Nation on January 18th has led to a man's arrest.
Hudson’s Hope mayor calls for improvements to Highway 29
Hudson's Hope Mayor Travous Quibell says he has repeatedly raised concerns with the Ministry of Transportation and Transit on Highway 29's condition.
Court Report: January 19th to 23rd
Today’s court report contains all the sentences handed down in the Peace region between January 19th and 23rd, 2026.
Upcoming outages to affect over 400 Peace BC Hydro customers
More than 400 BC Hydro customers in areas such as Chetwynd, Dawson Creek, Fort St. John and Taylor will be affected by planned outages from January 27th to February 4th, 2026.
(UPDATE) Person dead in Alaska Highway collision
One person died in a collision on the Alaska Highway, causing the road to be closed between kilometre 161 and 163.
Collisions spike, mental health calls and the tooth fairy: Fort St. John RCMP reveals December work
The Fort St. John RCMP have reported a decrease in some crimes, but an increase in vehicle collisions and mental health calls during the month of December 2025.
Dawson Creek ‘confident’ water supply enough until spring while it awaits permits
The City of Dawson Creek is waiting for permits for its proposed 'overland water transfer system', which might not be implemented until spring.
Overnight maintenance work scheduled for Taylor Bridge
Drivers can expect delays between Taylor Bridge and McMahon Drive due to scheduled maintenance planned from January 26th to January 27th.
Vancouver-based wildlife group files report after bear cub burned near Dawson Creek
The Fur-Bearers said it contacted B.C.’s Natural Resource Officer Service in December 2025 surrounding the incident involving Valkyrie, a black bear who was found badly burned near Dawson Creek.
Family Literacy Week 2026 returns to Fort St. John
The Fort St. John Literacy Society will be hosting events to celebrate Family Literacy Week 2026 from January 25th to February 1st.
Number of black bear deaths shrinks around B.C. in 2025, but slightly increases in north
The number of black bear deaths involving the B.C. Conservation Service was released on January 22nd.
City reviews first draft 2026 budget with up to two per cent tax increase for residents
The City of Fort St. John council reviewed the first draft of its over $130 million 2026 budget on January 26th.
Fort St. John businesses named Canadian Choice Award winners in 2026 revealed
2026 Canadian Choice Award winners in Fort St. John include The Lippy Lemon, Bean UpNorth Coffee, Beccalicious Cooking, Freedom Cleaning and Organizing, Get Up and Glow, Jen Blends Beauty and Studio 105.
Dawson Creek RCMP seek missing 18-year-old who missed curfew
According to the Dawson Creek RCMP, missing David Todd Laboucan Harvey is bound by a curfew and failed to return on time on January 21st.
Fort St. John RCMP arrests eight after drug trafficking investigation
In addition to eight arrests, the Fort St. John RCMP say they also seized over 55 firearms and two kilograms of suspected cocaine.
(UPDATE) One person taken to hospital after Rose Prairie Road collision
A motor vehicle incident saw Rose Prairie Road closed between 256 Road and 260 Road.
Man arrested and appeal launched after fatal Highway 97 collision
The BC Highway Patrol is asking for witnesses and dash-camera footage of the collision on Highway 97 that killed one person on January 26th.
Tumbler Ridge calls for more ‘clear public engagement’ after on-call ER cuts
The District of Tumbler Ridge is calling for transparency from Northern Health regarding the reduction of its on-call ER services at the health centre.
Northern Rockies CAO to retire after 17 years with municipality
Scott Barry, who has held a variety of roles before his current post of chief administrative officer, is planning to retire from the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality in October 2026.
Man arrested after shots reportedly fired at Fort Nelson home
A reported incident involving shots being fired at a residence in Fort Nelson First Nation on January 18th has led to a man's arrest.
Hudson’s Hope mayor calls for improvements to Highway 29
Hudson's Hope Mayor Travous Quibell says he has repeatedly raised concerns with the Ministry of Transportation and Transit on Highway 29's condition.
Court Report: January 19th to 23rd
Today’s court report contains all the sentences handed down in the Peace region between January 19th and 23rd, 2026.
Upcoming outages to affect over 400 Peace BC Hydro customers
More than 400 BC Hydro customers in areas such as Chetwynd, Dawson Creek, Fort St. John and Taylor will be affected by planned outages from January 27th to February 4th, 2026.
(UPDATE) Person dead in Alaska Highway collision
One person died in a collision on the Alaska Highway, causing the road to be closed between kilometre 161 and 163.
Collisions spike, mental health calls and the tooth fairy: Fort St. John RCMP reveals December work
The Fort St. John RCMP have reported a decrease in some crimes, but an increase in vehicle collisions and mental health calls during the month of December 2025.
Dawson Creek ‘confident’ water supply enough until spring while it awaits permits
The City of Dawson Creek is waiting for permits for its proposed 'overland water transfer system', which might not be implemented until spring.
Overnight maintenance work scheduled for Taylor Bridge
Drivers can expect delays between Taylor Bridge and McMahon Drive due to scheduled maintenance planned from January 26th to January 27th.
Vancouver-based wildlife group files report after bear cub burned near Dawson Creek
The Fur-Bearers said it contacted B.C.’s Natural Resource Officer Service in December 2025 surrounding the incident involving Valkyrie, a black bear who was found badly burned near Dawson Creek.
Family Literacy Week 2026 returns to Fort St. John
The Fort St. John Literacy Society will be hosting events to celebrate Family Literacy Week 2026 from January 25th to February 1st.
