UPDATE: BC United Party suspends campaign, some candidates switching to Conservative Party
The BC United Party is reportedly suspending its campaign for the upcoming provincial election, and won’t run any candidates.
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Recall notice issued for some Alcon contact lenses in Canada
Health Canada has recalled several kinds of contact lenses as a result of a “quality issue.”
FNFN swears in new council with pledges of transparency
Newly elected councillors for Fort Nelson First Nation (FNFN) were sworn in at a ceremony on August 25th in the arbour of the First Nation.
Reminder: new device policy at all School District 60 schools in effect this September
School District 60 is reminding parents that its new policy for internet connected devices will be in effect to start the 2024-25 school year.
Fort St. John Huskies gearing up for new season with exhibition games
With the 2024-25 North West Junior Hockey League (NWJHL) regular season less than a month away, the Fort St. John Huskies have announced their exhibition schedule.
Literacy and Disability Employment Month proclaimed in Fort St. John
The council of the City of Fort St. John has declared the month of September 2024 to be Literacy and Disability Employment Month.
Fort St John Today: Labour Day 2024
In this edition, we share some fun events happening for Labour Day Long Weekend 2024. Plus, events happening Aug 27-Sep 2, 2024.
Construction announced for 99th Avenue, 92nd Street
Construction crews are set to repave two stretches of road near downtown Fort St. John this week.
UPDATE: Missing Alberta man found safe
Information used to identify him in the article below has been removed.
New dates set for Prophet River First Nation’s Treaty Days
Prophet River First Nation (PRFN) has announced new dates for its annual Treaty Days celebration.
Missing Jack family case remains active after 35 years in Prince George
More than 35 years after Doreen, Ronald, Ryan and Russell Jack were reported missing, Prince George RCMP officers say the investigation into their disappearance remains ongoing.
Illuminate the Night: 5km Glow Run supports literacy
Next month, the sight of runners scurrying around Kin Park in Fort St. John might turn a few heads.
Serious injuries reported in stabbing at Site C work site
One man is in RCMP custody following a stabbing at the Site C work site on August 24th.
Chetwynd’s arm wrestling team seeks recruits
Chetwynd’s Arm Wrestling Club is searching for a few new members.
Court Report: August 19th to 23rd
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek Provincial Courts from August 19th to 23rd.
Environment Canada issues severe thunderstorm watch in North Peace
Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm watch alert for the North Peace region.
BC Hydro begins filling Site C reservoir
BC Hydro has announced that all necessary construction for Site C has concluded, and it has begun filling the dam’s reservoir.
Fears for B.C. grain harvest, commuter train still suspended, amid rail disruption
British Columbia grain producers are closely watching developments in the nationwide railway dispute triggered on Wednesday night, saying its impacts could soon spread beyond farmers to producers of food and beer.
Celebrate Fort St. John’s achievers at 17th annual awards ceremony
The annual community award nominations were released by the city of Fort St. John on August 23rd.
Paulette Flamond reflects on Metis victory, eyes MNBC Region 7 re-election
As Métis Nation of BC (MNBC) region 7 director candidate Paulette Flamond takes a sip of her morning coffee, she looks back with energy and vigor about her first term.
Recall notice issued for some Alcon contact lenses in Canada
Health Canada has recalled several kinds of contact lenses as a result of a “quality issue.”
FNFN swears in new council with pledges of transparency
Newly elected councillors for Fort Nelson First Nation (FNFN) were sworn in at a ceremony on August 25th in the arbour of the First Nation.
Reminder: new device policy at all School District 60 schools in effect this September
School District 60 is reminding parents that its new policy for internet connected devices will be in effect to start the 2024-25 school year.
Fort St. John Huskies gearing up for new season with exhibition games
With the 2024-25 North West Junior Hockey League (NWJHL) regular season less than a month away, the Fort St. John Huskies have announced their exhibition schedule.
Literacy and Disability Employment Month proclaimed in Fort St. John
The council of the City of Fort St. John has declared the month of September 2024 to be Literacy and Disability Employment Month.
Fort St John Today: Labour Day 2024
In this edition, we share some fun events happening for Labour Day Long Weekend 2024. Plus, events happening Aug 27-Sep 2, 2024.
Construction announced for 99th Avenue, 92nd Street
Construction crews are set to repave two stretches of road near downtown Fort St. John this week.
UPDATE: Missing Alberta man found safe
Information used to identify him in the article below has been removed.
New dates set for Prophet River First Nation’s Treaty Days
Prophet River First Nation (PRFN) has announced new dates for its annual Treaty Days celebration.
Missing Jack family case remains active after 35 years in Prince George
More than 35 years after Doreen, Ronald, Ryan and Russell Jack were reported missing, Prince George RCMP officers say the investigation into their disappearance remains ongoing.
Illuminate the Night: 5km Glow Run supports literacy
Next month, the sight of runners scurrying around Kin Park in Fort St. John might turn a few heads.
Serious injuries reported in stabbing at Site C work site
One man is in RCMP custody following a stabbing at the Site C work site on August 24th.
Chetwynd’s arm wrestling team seeks recruits
Chetwynd’s Arm Wrestling Club is searching for a few new members.
Court Report: August 19th to 23rd
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek Provincial Courts from August 19th to 23rd.
Environment Canada issues severe thunderstorm watch in North Peace
Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm watch alert for the North Peace region.
BC Hydro begins filling Site C reservoir
BC Hydro has announced that all necessary construction for Site C has concluded, and it has begun filling the dam’s reservoir.
Fears for B.C. grain harvest, commuter train still suspended, amid rail disruption
British Columbia grain producers are closely watching developments in the nationwide railway dispute triggered on Wednesday night, saying its impacts could soon spread beyond farmers to producers of food and beer.
Celebrate Fort St. John’s achievers at 17th annual awards ceremony
The annual community award nominations were released by the city of Fort St. John on August 23rd.
Paulette Flamond reflects on Metis victory, eyes MNBC Region 7 re-election
As Métis Nation of BC (MNBC) region 7 director candidate Paulette Flamond takes a sip of her morning coffee, she looks back with energy and vigor about her first term.
