Chetwynd Hospital impacted by another weekend diversion Sunday night
Chetwynd Hospital and Health Centre was diverted a second time over the weekend.
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UPDATE: Fort St. John announces emergency water shutoff
The City of Fort St John announced on social media Monday morning that an emergency water shut-off has impacted residential properties.Â
Chetwynd Hospital diversion announced for Saturday due to physician shortages
Northern Health has announced another diversion at Chetwynd Hospital and Health Centre on Friday evening.
Fort Nelson wildfire situation update: IMT to Demobilize
Northern Rockies Regional Municipality (NRRM) has updated residents on the wildfire situation surrounding the area.
PRRD awards tender for Charlie Lake Sewer System repairs
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) awarded a tender contract for repairs at the Charlie Lake Sewer System.
Charlie Lake Boat Launch to close for upgrades August 8th
The Charlie Lake Boat Launch is closing for repairs and upgrades in about two weeks.
Cariboo-Northeast lacrosse players reflect on BC Summer Games journey
The trio of Box Lacrosse players from Fort St. John spoke fondly about their experience at last week’s BC Summer Games in Maple Ridge.
Best Places for Family Night in Fort St John
Here are the Best Places for Family Night in Fort St John as voted by readers in the North Peace People's Choice Awards
Multination northern powwow being planned for 2025
Dale Bumstead, Principal of Scion Strategies Ltd. and former Dawson Creek Mayor, presented to the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) a vision for a Western Canadian cultural event in the region.
Province announced end to COVID-19 public health emergency
British Columbia has announced the conclusion of the COVID-19 provincial public health emergency and the introduction of new immunization mandates for healthcare workers.Â
PRRD launches feasibility study for fire service expansion in Area D
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) is looking for public input regarding a possible expansion of fire protection services into Electoral Area D areas.Â
Lido Theatre hosts Conservative leader and candidate event
The leader of the Conservative Party of British Columbia will be joining MLA candidate Jordan Kealy in Fort St. John for a meet and greet on August 12th.Â
BCWS battles new wildfire 49km south of Chetwynd
The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) has reported a new wildfire in the Sakunka Forest Service Road (FSR).
Saulteau First Nations unveil new Cultural Centre in Chetwynd, BC
After much anticipation and planning, Saulteau First nations (SFN) had the grand opening of its new cultural centre on July 24th.
BC Highway Patrol to increase roadblocks targeting impaired drivers this weekend
The Dawson Creek RCMP detachment shared a message on social media on Thursday saying the BC Highway Patrol (BCHP) will be increasing roadblocks targeting impaired drivers over the weekend.Â
Budgetary concerns halt Fort St. John Public Works Shop upgrade
Tender submissions for phase one of upgrades to a project to upgrade the Public Works Shop were all rejected by the City of Fort St. John council for coming in over the project’s budget.Â
Peace Region athletes shine at B.C. summer games
Track and field athletes from the Peace region had a respectable showing at last week’s B.C. Summer Games, held in Maple Ridge.
Grant funding increases for PRRD FireSmart program
During the July 18th meeting, the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) voted to increase grant revenue and general expenditures for its 2024 FireSmart program.Â
Northern B.C. flood watch concluded
Emergency Info BC has announced the conclusion of a flood watch through Northern B.C.
Taylor joins Fort St. John in appeal to Northern Health
The District of Taylor has joined the City of Fort St. John in signing a letter to be sent regarding Northern Health and the frequent hospital closures across the region.Â
UPDATE: Fort St. John announces emergency water shutoff
The City of Fort St John announced on social media Monday morning that an emergency water shut-off has impacted residential properties.Â
Chetwynd Hospital diversion announced for Saturday due to physician shortages
Northern Health has announced another diversion at Chetwynd Hospital and Health Centre on Friday evening.
Fort Nelson wildfire situation update: IMT to Demobilize
Northern Rockies Regional Municipality (NRRM) has updated residents on the wildfire situation surrounding the area.
PRRD awards tender for Charlie Lake Sewer System repairs
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) awarded a tender contract for repairs at the Charlie Lake Sewer System.
Charlie Lake Boat Launch to close for upgrades August 8th
The Charlie Lake Boat Launch is closing for repairs and upgrades in about two weeks.
Cariboo-Northeast lacrosse players reflect on BC Summer Games journey
The trio of Box Lacrosse players from Fort St. John spoke fondly about their experience at last week’s BC Summer Games in Maple Ridge.
Best Places for Family Night in Fort St John
Here are the Best Places for Family Night in Fort St John as voted by readers in the North Peace People's Choice Awards
Multination northern powwow being planned for 2025
Dale Bumstead, Principal of Scion Strategies Ltd. and former Dawson Creek Mayor, presented to the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) a vision for a Western Canadian cultural event in the region.
Province announced end to COVID-19 public health emergency
British Columbia has announced the conclusion of the COVID-19 provincial public health emergency and the introduction of new immunization mandates for healthcare workers.Â
PRRD launches feasibility study for fire service expansion in Area D
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) is looking for public input regarding a possible expansion of fire protection services into Electoral Area D areas.Â
Lido Theatre hosts Conservative leader and candidate event
The leader of the Conservative Party of British Columbia will be joining MLA candidate Jordan Kealy in Fort St. John for a meet and greet on August 12th.Â
BCWS battles new wildfire 49km south of Chetwynd
The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) has reported a new wildfire in the Sakunka Forest Service Road (FSR).
Saulteau First Nations unveil new Cultural Centre in Chetwynd, BC
After much anticipation and planning, Saulteau First nations (SFN) had the grand opening of its new cultural centre on July 24th.
BC Highway Patrol to increase roadblocks targeting impaired drivers this weekend
The Dawson Creek RCMP detachment shared a message on social media on Thursday saying the BC Highway Patrol (BCHP) will be increasing roadblocks targeting impaired drivers over the weekend.Â
Budgetary concerns halt Fort St. John Public Works Shop upgrade
Tender submissions for phase one of upgrades to a project to upgrade the Public Works Shop were all rejected by the City of Fort St. John council for coming in over the project’s budget.Â
Peace Region athletes shine at B.C. summer games
Track and field athletes from the Peace region had a respectable showing at last week’s B.C. Summer Games, held in Maple Ridge.
Grant funding increases for PRRD FireSmart program
During the July 18th meeting, the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) voted to increase grant revenue and general expenditures for its 2024 FireSmart program.Â
Northern B.C. flood watch concluded
Emergency Info BC has announced the conclusion of a flood watch through Northern B.C.
Taylor joins Fort St. John in appeal to Northern Health
The District of Taylor has joined the City of Fort St. John in signing a letter to be sent regarding Northern Health and the frequent hospital closures across the region.Â
