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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Dawson Creek Fire Department responds to commercial building fire
The City of Dawson Creek experienced a large structural fire at a commercial building earlier this week.Â
Conservative Party includes Peace River MLAs in shadow cabinet
The Conservative Party of British Columbia has announced the members of the shadow cabinet, which include both Peace River MLAs.Â
Northern Development Initiative Trust annual report highlights community development
Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT) has published its annual report for 2023, highlighting its initiatives across 10 regional districts and regional municipalities in Northern B.C.
(UPDATE) Chetwynd emergency department resumes services after overnight diversion
An overnight diversion of the Chetwynd Hospital emergency department due to staffing challenges has ended.Â
Prince George RCMP searching for 20-year-old suspect
The Prince George RCMP is asking for the public's help locating 20-year-old Randy Kim Collier.
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.
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
Dawson Creek Fire Department responds to commercial building fire
The City of Dawson Creek experienced a large structural fire at a commercial building earlier this week.Â
Conservative Party includes Peace River MLAs in shadow cabinet
The Conservative Party of British Columbia has announced the members of the shadow cabinet, which include both Peace River MLAs.Â
Northern Development Initiative Trust annual report highlights community development
Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT) has published its annual report for 2023, highlighting its initiatives across 10 regional districts and regional municipalities in Northern B.C.
(UPDATE) Chetwynd emergency department resumes services after overnight diversion
An overnight diversion of the Chetwynd Hospital emergency department due to staffing challenges has ended.Â
Prince George RCMP searching for 20-year-old suspect
The Prince George RCMP is asking for the public's help locating 20-year-old Randy Kim Collier.
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.
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
