Hudson’s Hope seeks approval to finance permanent Water Treatment Plant
The District of Hudson’s Hope is seeking elector approval to borrow money to finance a permanent Water Treatment Plant.
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Chetwynd Hospital’s ER to close again due to staff shortages on July 31 – August 1
For the third time in five days, Northern Health has announced Chetwynd Hospital will shutter its emergency department on Wednesday.
High-speed chase in Cecil Lake leads to arrest
Fort St. John RCMP officers say one man has been arrested after a high-speed chase in the Cecil Lake area.
Northern Health continues to lead health authorities in overdoses
The BC Coroners Service has released a summary of unregulated drug deaths occurring in May and June, noting Northern Health as the health authority with the highest number of unregulated drug deaths.
Discover pickleball in Fort St. John with bi-weekly sessions at Kin Park
Tuesday nights during the late summer and early fall will be the perfect time for recreational athletes to discover the game of pickleball in Fort St. John.
Benefit dance and auction to aid fire victims near Fort St. John
A Baldonnel woman is urging continued support for her family in the wake of an unfortunate tragedy.
Court Report: July 22nd to 26th
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John, Dawson Creek and Fort Nelson Provincial Courts from July 22nd to 26th.
City of Fort St. John alerting residents of scam attempts
The City of Fort St. John is warning residents that its phone number is being used for scam attempts.
Campfire prohibitions to be lifted in August for Prince George and Northwest Fire Centre areas
On Tuesday, the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) announced that category one open burning prohibitions will be lifted on Thursday, August 1st, 2024, for the Prince George and Northwest Fire Centre regions.
Fort St John Today: August Long Weekend 2024
In this edition, get ready for BC Day August Long Weekend. Plus, events happening July 30 to August 5, 2024.
Health Minister discusses emergency room closures across Northern B.C.
Minister of Health Adrian Dix discussed emergency room closures throughout Northern B.C. during a media briefing held on Zoom in the afternoon of July 29th.
CORRECTION: New wildfire near Ospika Air Strip sparked by lightning, reports BCWS
The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) has reported a new wildfire near Ospika Air Strip on Monday afternoon.
Flyers photographer shares tribute to Hall of Fame team
The 2010 edition of the Fort St. John Flyers have been officially inducted into the BC Hockey Hall of Fame.
Free Carnival and family fun to welcome back to school
For the third consecutive year, Indigenous non-profit Nenan Dane will showcase an event to welcome the return of school.
Dan Davies to host ‘Rally for Better Healthcare’ tomorrow
Peace River North MLA Dan Davies will host Fort St. John’s ‘‘Rally for Better Healthcare’ to send a message regarding the province's healthcare system.
Northern Health announces overnight diversion at Dawson Creek Hospital
A new diversion has been announced for the Dawson Creek and District Hospital’s emergency department.
Dawson Creek Hospital sustains weekend emergency department diversion
The Dawson Creek and District Hospital’s emergency department was temporarily closed on the weekend.
Chetwynd RCMP seeking witnesses in collision
The Chetwynd RCMP is looking for witnesses to a single-vehicle collision over the weekend.
Chetwynd Hospital’s ER to close again due to staff shortages on July 31 – August 1
For the third time in five days, Northern Health has announced Chetwynd Hospital will shutter its emergency department on Wednesday.
High-speed chase in Cecil Lake leads to arrest
Fort St. John RCMP officers say one man has been arrested after a high-speed chase in the Cecil Lake area.
Northern Health continues to lead health authorities in overdoses
The BC Coroners Service has released a summary of unregulated drug deaths occurring in May and June, noting Northern Health as the health authority with the highest number of unregulated drug deaths.
Discover pickleball in Fort St. John with bi-weekly sessions at Kin Park
Tuesday nights during the late summer and early fall will be the perfect time for recreational athletes to discover the game of pickleball in Fort St. John.
Benefit dance and auction to aid fire victims near Fort St. John
A Baldonnel woman is urging continued support for her family in the wake of an unfortunate tragedy.
Court Report: July 22nd to 26th
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John, Dawson Creek and Fort Nelson Provincial Courts from July 22nd to 26th.
City of Fort St. John alerting residents of scam attempts
The City of Fort St. John is warning residents that its phone number is being used for scam attempts.
Campfire prohibitions to be lifted in August for Prince George and Northwest Fire Centre areas
On Tuesday, the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) announced that category one open burning prohibitions will be lifted on Thursday, August 1st, 2024, for the Prince George and Northwest Fire Centre regions.
Fort St John Today: August Long Weekend 2024
In this edition, get ready for BC Day August Long Weekend. Plus, events happening July 30 to August 5, 2024.
Health Minister discusses emergency room closures across Northern B.C.
Minister of Health Adrian Dix discussed emergency room closures throughout Northern B.C. during a media briefing held on Zoom in the afternoon of July 29th.
CORRECTION: New wildfire near Ospika Air Strip sparked by lightning, reports BCWS
The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) has reported a new wildfire near Ospika Air Strip on Monday afternoon.
Flyers photographer shares tribute to Hall of Fame team
The 2010 edition of the Fort St. John Flyers have been officially inducted into the BC Hockey Hall of Fame.
Free Carnival and family fun to welcome back to school
For the third consecutive year, Indigenous non-profit Nenan Dane will showcase an event to welcome the return of school.
Dan Davies to host ‘Rally for Better Healthcare’ tomorrow
Peace River North MLA Dan Davies will host Fort St. John’s ‘‘Rally for Better Healthcare’ to send a message regarding the province's healthcare system.
Northern Health announces overnight diversion at Dawson Creek Hospital
A new diversion has been announced for the Dawson Creek and District Hospital’s emergency department.
Dawson Creek Hospital sustains weekend emergency department diversion
The Dawson Creek and District Hospital’s emergency department was temporarily closed on the weekend.
Chetwynd RCMP seeking witnesses in collision
The Chetwynd RCMP is looking for witnesses to a single-vehicle collision over the weekend.
