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Unemployment sits at 5 per cent in northeast as provincial economy grows

Despite a decline in the employment rate in November 2024 compared to last year in northeastern B.C., Minister of Jobs, Economic Development and Innovation Diana Gibson says the province’s economy is “showing strength” on the whole.

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New art exhibit opening Friday night at Peace Gallery North

A new art exhibit, “The Art of Quilting,” will premiere through December at Peace Gallery North. 

Nominations open for Order of British Columbia, Medal of Good Citizenship

The Province of British Columbia is accepting nominations from residents for its two highest honours.

Fort St. John Flyers fall to Spirit River 6-1, extend winless streak in NPHL season

The Fort St. John Senior Flyers North Peace Hockey League (NPHL) 2024-25 season continues to be winless after dropping their game against the Spirit River Rangers on December 5th.

New creative room at FSJACL to be named after Fire Fighters Association

On Thursday, The Fort St. John Professional Fire Fighters Association announced on Facebook that a new creative art room will be named in their honour. 

Fort St. John economics in the downtown core.
Homelessness committee discusses crime impacts with local businesses

The Fort St. John City Councils Response Committee on Housing and Emergency Shelter (CRCHES) met with several local businesses to discuss the effects of crime, shoplifting, and mischief in the community.

Fort Nelson’s Tu-Deh-Kah Geothermal launches Holiday energy-saving contest

Geothermal project Tu-Deh-Kah in Fort Nelson is examining what residents do to conserve energy during the holiday season.

BC Hydro donates $45,000 to non-profit organizations

BC Hydro announced on Thursday that it will donate $45,000 to various Peace region non-profits. 

RCMP: North Peace SAR resumed search for Jim Barnes this week, have since stood down again

North Peace Search and Rescue (SAR) team members resumed the search for missing hunter Jim Barnes earlier this week, but have since stood down again, according to RCMP Media Relations Officer Madonna Saunderson.

Fort St. John Hospital front entrance in daylight.
CORRECTION: Fort St. John welcomes nine new family physicians and specialists

The City of Fort St. John has hired nine new doctors to serve in the community. 

Local rodeo star soars to top five at Maple Leaf Circuit Finals

Local rodeo circuit star Jake Gardner scored a top-five finish at the Maple Leaf Circuit finals last weekend in Saskatchewan.

U-13 Flyers supporting Christmas spirit with weekend food drive

The Alberta Elite Hockey League’s (AEHL) U-13 ‘A’ Fort St. John Flyers will give attendees a chance to contribute to someone’s Christmas with a food drive during their games this weekend.

Fort St. John Santa Claus Parade returns this weekend

Fort St. John’s annual Christmas celebration is just around the corner, and Energeticcity.ca and Moose Media will be taking part.

Taylor approves updates to wastewater treatment plant

The District of Taylor has made changes to the classification of the Wastewater Treatment Plant, bringing the property into compliance with the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC). 

Impaired driver arrested, spends night in jail after fighting with police

The Prince George RCMP have arrested the driver of a pickup truck for impaired driving and fighting with police.

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District of Taylor amends water, sewer, garbage fees for 2025

The District of Taylor has finalized water, sewer, and garbage fees for 2025, and has passed an amendment bylaw to bring them into effect on January 1st.

UPDATE: Blueberry River First Nation to reopen economic development arm

The Council of Blueberry River First Nation (BRFN) has released a statement stating that it has taken back control of its economic arm, Blueberry River Resources (BRR), and will keep it open. 

Canadian Natural Resources Limited. gives $10,000 to NPSS program

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. has donated $10,000 to North Peace Secondary School’s (NPSS) Youth Explore Trades Sampler (YETS) Dual Credit program.

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Taylor Council approves 2025 fee changes for municipal services

The District of Taylor has approved a bylaw outlining fees for various municipal services starting in the new year, including fax services, photocopying, property tax certificates, maps, and more. 

Public hearing approaching for Co-op development application

The City of Fort St. John has arranged a public hearing regarding a zoning bylaw amendment at 114A Avenue and 100th Street. 

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