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2025 Pet Calendar Returns to Support Animal Charities

A local favourite of the holiday season is back for 2024, as Tiffany Wilson has released her calendar for 2025.

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Fort Nelson resident wins $348K in Slots Jackpot

Fort Nelson resident Richard Resener is celebrating after winning over $348,000 in the Slots Jackpot on BCLC’s PlayNow.

(UPDATE) Dawson Creek opens emergency warming centre

The City of Dawson Creek has announced on Facebook that it has opened an emergency warming centre to shelter residents from the cold weather. 

Family continues push for justice in unsolved death of Jonathan Bruce

Nearly 11 years after the death of 16-year-old Jonathan Bruce, his family says they’re still looking for answers as to what happened.

SD 60 presents Language Modernization Guide for workers, teachers

The School District 60 (SD 60) board introduced the Ministry of Education and Childcare’s Language Modernization Guide for educators and staff during its November 18th meeting.

Northeast BC seismic activity report released

Monitoring of seismic events (earthquakes) related to natural gas development in northeast B.C. is now available via the annual BC Seismic Research Consortium report.

Huskies host Kodiaks aiming to break skid

The Fort St. John Huskies will try to end a two-game losing skid when they face the Dawson Creek Kodiaks in STRIKE GROUP North West Junior Hockey League (NWJHL) action on Wednesday.

B.C. man wins $795,000 in bear deterrent injury lawsuit

A B.C. man has been awarded more than $795,000 after suing an Alberta company for injuries sustained from a defective bear frightening device.

ARC Resources announces production at Montney Attachie facility

ARC Resources Ltd. has announced the first phase of the 40,000 barrel of oil equivalent (boe) a day Attachie facility in Montney has been commissioned. 

Snowfall warning in effect for South Peace

Residents and motorists in the South Peace are being warned to expect significant snowfall on Wednesday.

UPDATE: Highway 97 closed after multi-car accident in Taylor

A multi-vehicle car accident in Taylor has closed a section of Highway 97 as emergency services continue to tend to the scene. 

Fort St. John swimmers shine at Grande Prairie meet

Thirty-six members of Fort St. John’s Inconnu swim team braved snowy conditions to make it to Grande Prarie for the “Fast Track Into Fall” on November 16th and 17th.

Mulavhill Rodeo hosts West Moberly West Bound Bulls event in Chetwynd this Saturday

  Indigenous-owned Mulavhill Rodeo Stock will host a new indoor rodeo event this weekend.

Prince George RCMP restarts firearms investigation

The Prince George RCMP is renewing its investigation into a firearms incident that occurred in August 2024. 

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District of Taylor plans HR budget boost to match cost of living

The District of Taylor is preparing for their next round of budgeting and capital planning, and is considering increasing the 2025 human resources budget. 

Fort St. John invites residents to participate in Official Community Plan survey

The City of Fort St. John is seeking residents' help updating its Official Community Plan (OCP). 

NPSS Senior Girls conquer zone playoffs, advance to B.C. provincials

North Peace Secondary School’s (NPSS) Senior Girls’ Volleyball team is heading to ‘AAAA’ B.C. Provincials after being victorious in Zone Eight playoffs on the weekend.

District of Taylor prepares five year capital plan for 2025

The District of Taylor is preparing the next capital plan, which will be implemented in 2025. 

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Fort St John Today: Light A Moose 2024

In this edition, the 21st Annual Light A Moose Radiothon is taking place. Plus, events happening November 19-25, 2024

Blueberry River First Nation rejects reports on Gauthier’s dismissal as council stands firm

The council of Blueberry River First Nation (BRFN) has denied reports circulated through local media last week about the removal of councillor Shelley Gauthier.

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