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.
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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: Wildfire near Rose Prairie held by BC Wildfire Service
A wildfire discovered Wednesday near Rose Prairie is currently being held, according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS).
Hudson’s Hope rodeo returns with thrilling events
The annual Hudson’s Hope Open Rodeo is scheduled for this weekend in the district.
Local talent Dutchak represents region in rugby championships and heads to Ireland
Adalyn Dutchak’s family has always held the sport of rugby union closely.
UPDATE: Environment Canada issues Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the region.
Taylor Wind Project set to become operational in 2028
Representatives for EDF Renewables presented the details of the Taylor Wind project, which aims to develop 200 megawatts of energy, during the Peace River Regional District meeting.
Court Report: July 15th to 19th
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek Provincial Courts from July 15th to 19th.Â
Fort St. John property tax collection surges ahead of 2023
The City of Fort St. John’s Finance department presented the Council with an update showing that property tax collection was ahead of schedule compared to last year.
UPDATE: Extreme flooding erodes Highway 97 north of Fort Nelson
A section of Highway 97 north of Fort Nelson remains closed due to extreme flooding and erosion of the roadway.
PRRD awards contract for agricultural emergency plan
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has awarded a contract to develop an agricultural emergency plan.Â
Community homelessness committee formed in Fort St. John
The City of Fort St. John Council has approved the formation of a committee focused on solutions for homelessness in the city.
Hells Angels “support club” members sentenced after drug trafficking investigation
Members of the Throttle Lockers Motorcycle Club, a “support club” for the Kelowna Hells Angels, have been sentenced in relation to a years-long drug trafficking investigation in Kamloops.Â
Modified response employed for Cow Moose Mountain Wildfire
A wildfire has sparked in the area of Cow Moose Mountain, according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS)
Artist’s Euro journey inspires “A Search For Voice” exhibit
Peace Gallery North’s artist-in-residence for the month of August sees her exhibit as sort of a homecoming.
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: Wildfire near Rose Prairie held by BC Wildfire Service
A wildfire discovered Wednesday near Rose Prairie is currently being held, according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS).
Hudson’s Hope rodeo returns with thrilling events
The annual Hudson’s Hope Open Rodeo is scheduled for this weekend in the district.
Local talent Dutchak represents region in rugby championships and heads to Ireland
Adalyn Dutchak’s family has always held the sport of rugby union closely.
UPDATE: Environment Canada issues Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the region.
Taylor Wind Project set to become operational in 2028
Representatives for EDF Renewables presented the details of the Taylor Wind project, which aims to develop 200 megawatts of energy, during the Peace River Regional District meeting.
Court Report: July 15th to 19th
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek Provincial Courts from July 15th to 19th.Â
Fort St. John property tax collection surges ahead of 2023
The City of Fort St. John’s Finance department presented the Council with an update showing that property tax collection was ahead of schedule compared to last year.
UPDATE: Extreme flooding erodes Highway 97 north of Fort Nelson
A section of Highway 97 north of Fort Nelson remains closed due to extreme flooding and erosion of the roadway.
PRRD awards contract for agricultural emergency plan
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has awarded a contract to develop an agricultural emergency plan.Â
Community homelessness committee formed in Fort St. John
The City of Fort St. John Council has approved the formation of a committee focused on solutions for homelessness in the city.
Hells Angels “support club” members sentenced after drug trafficking investigation
Members of the Throttle Lockers Motorcycle Club, a “support club” for the Kelowna Hells Angels, have been sentenced in relation to a years-long drug trafficking investigation in Kamloops.Â
Modified response employed for Cow Moose Mountain Wildfire
A wildfire has sparked in the area of Cow Moose Mountain, according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS)
Artist’s Euro journey inspires “A Search For Voice” exhibit
Peace Gallery North’s artist-in-residence for the month of August sees her exhibit as sort of a homecoming.
