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PRRD approves talks for multi-jurisdictional mutual aid agreement with Grande Prairie 

The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) Board of Directors has authorized staff to negotiate an interprovincial mutual aid agreement with the County of Grande Prairie Fire Services.

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Two-vehicle collision reported on Alaska Highway

A two-vehicle collision on Highway 97 in Charlie Lake has sent two people to the hospital. 

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PRRD pre-approves 2025 budget items for Chetwynd and Dawson Creek

The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) Board of Directors has made several pre-budget approval decisions ahead of the 2025-2029 PRRD Financial Plan. 

Rising Above Ministry uses crane stunt to spotlight Fort St. John addiction services

Rising Above Ministry has ascended to new heights to raise awareness for its services at the Safeway parking lot in Fort St. John.

Blueberry River Resources shuts down amid financial struggles and governance issues

Blueberry River First Nations (BRFN) economic arm, Blueberry River Resources (BRR), has announced it will cease operations effective immediately.

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Reid Graham steps in as Alternate Area B Director following Kealy’s resignation

Jordan Kealy’s resignation from the Peace River Regional District Board of Directors was formally acknowledged during the November 21st board meeting. 

Fort St. John homeless committee meets with RCMP

The City of Fort St. John Council’s Response Committee on Housing and Emergency Shelter (CRCHES) met with members of the RCMP to share relevant information on homelessness throughout the year.  

Experience gravity-defying stunts at FMX Tour in Dawson Creek this winter

Tickets have been released for an indoor motocross spectacular in Dawson Creek this winter.

Snowfall warnings issued for three South Peace communities

Motorists in the South Peace region are being warned to watch out for significant snowfall Friday afternoon and Saturday morning.

Fort St. John Firefighter’s Charitable Society accepting Christmas Drop Off nominations

The Fort St. John Firefighter’s Charitable Society is still accepting nominations for its sixth Annual Christmas Drop Off.

RCMP request public’s help locating 15-Year-Old Kaison Meisner in Dawson Creek

Dawson Creek RCMP are seeking the public’s help in looking for a local teenager.

Indigenous physical fitness workshop inspires participants in Fort St. John

Although the turnout was limited due to the weather, participants experienced physical activity with an Indigenous spin on Thursday, November 21st, at the Pomeroy Centre.

BC RCMP: Body-Worn Cameras rolling out starting next week, coming to Peace region in 2025 

The BC RCMP announced on November 21st that 300 Body-Worn Cameras (BWC) will be distributed to several communities around the province.

95 million-year-old tracks unearthed in Tumbler Ridge

A new press release from the Tumbler Ridge Museum says the work by scientists Dr. Charles Helm and Dr. Roy Rule suggests the discovery of dinosaur tracks in the area known as Magnoavipes.

BC Hydro announces planned overnight outage for Fort St. John, Taylor

A six-hour planned power outage is set to impact parts of Fort St. John and Taylor in early December.

Huskies emerge victorious, defeating Kodiaks 5-2

The Fort St. John Huskies' losing streak is now history, thanks to a 5-2 victory over the Dawson Creek Kodiaks at the North Peace Arena on Wednesday, November 20th.

Prince George RCMP investigating theft suspect

The Prince George RCMP is investigating a theft from a vehicle and is turning to the public to help identify the suspect. 

Farm To School BC project applications closing soon

Northern Health is reminding schools in northern B.C. that they’re running out of time to apply for funding through the Farm To School BC (F2SBC) project.

Prince George vehicle collision sends six people to hospital

A collision between two vehicles has sent six people to the hospital, four of which are children, according to the Prince George RCMP.

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Second straight overnight diversion announced at Chetwynd Hospital

The morning after an overnight diversion of the Chetwynd Hospital’s emergency department, Northern Health has announced another diversion at the facility.

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