Overdose Advisory issued for Dawson Creek
Northern Health says there’s been an uptick in the number of overdose deaths related to drugs from the Dawson Creek area.
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Blizzard Bicycle Club Blasts Through Windy Road Race
Windy conditions wouldn’t stop the Blizzard Bicycle Club’s road race near Cecil Lake on May 26th.
Fort Nelson school administration finds safe haven in Fort St. John
In the midst of the Fort Nelson evacuation orders, school administrative staff were able to continue their activities in Fort. St. John.Â
Fort St John Today: Pride 2024
In this edition, we share how local communities are celebrating Pride in 2024. Plus, events happening May 28-Jun 3, 2024
Dawson Creek remains identified as missing woman Renee Didier
Dawson Creek RCMP officers say the remains found near the Kiskatinaw River earlier in May have been identified as Renee Didier.
Fort St. John council welcomes new Community Safety ManagerÂ
The City of Fort St. John has created a new staff position to assist in managing the bylaw department.
Northern Health issues Water Quality Advisory for Fort Nelson as evacuees return
Fort Nelson residents returning home are being urged by Northern Health to flush all their household water fixtures.
Fort Nelson fire area restrictions updated by Prince George Fire Centre
The Prince George Fire Centre has issued an updated area restriction for fires near Fort Nelson
Fort St. John Proclaims Pride Week 2024
Council proclaims May 26th to June 1st Pride Week in Fort St. John
Fivestar Boxing fighters display grit and toughness at Diamond Belt competition in Alberta
Fivestar Boxing Academy athletes displayed grit and toughness competing at the Diamond Belt competition held on May 25th in Lacombe, Alberta, at the Gary Moe Sportsplex.
Bluey Day raises $120K for MRI body coil, exceeds goal
The Fort St. John Hospital Foundation’s annual Bluey Day event exceeded its fundraising goal this year, raising more than $120,000.
New caretaker brings expertise to Peace Island Park
A new caretaker has started at Peace Island Park in Taylor, bringing more than a decade of customer service and a passion for the outdoors to the role.Â
Chetwynd council purchasing compost units for a local pilot project
Chetwynd council is purchasing 100 compost units to resell to residents in an effort to reduce organic waste in the solid waste stream.
Dawson Creek property taxes due July 2nd
This year’s property tax notices were mailed out to Dawson Creek residents on May 17th.
Police find suspected drugs after arresting impaired driver in Fort St. John
Police say a Fort St. John resident was arrested over the weekend after they were found driving impaired with suspected drugs in their vehicle.
Armed robbery suspect sought in Dawson Creek
Dawson Creek RCMP officers are looking for help identifying an armed robbery suspect.
Chetwynd Hospital ER closes again due to physician shortage
Northern Health has announced that the Chetwynd Hospital’s emergency department is closed on Monday — the ninth time services have been unavailable since mid-April.
Fort Nelson, B.C., evacuees heading home after being forced to flee wildfires
Residents in Fort Nelson are able to go home today after being evacuated for more than two weeks due to wildfires
UPDATE: Evacuation order for Fort Nelson to be rescinded
The Northern Regional Rockies Municipality and Fort Nelson First Nations have announced that the evacuation order for the region is being rescinded as of May 27th at 8 a.m.
UPDATE : Inga Lake area wildfire now listed as ‘being held’.
The Wildfire reported five kilometres east of Inga Lake is now listed as 'being held,' according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS)Â Â
Blizzard Bicycle Club Blasts Through Windy Road Race
Windy conditions wouldn’t stop the Blizzard Bicycle Club’s road race near Cecil Lake on May 26th.
Fort Nelson school administration finds safe haven in Fort St. John
In the midst of the Fort Nelson evacuation orders, school administrative staff were able to continue their activities in Fort. St. John.Â
Fort St John Today: Pride 2024
In this edition, we share how local communities are celebrating Pride in 2024. Plus, events happening May 28-Jun 3, 2024
Dawson Creek remains identified as missing woman Renee Didier
Dawson Creek RCMP officers say the remains found near the Kiskatinaw River earlier in May have been identified as Renee Didier.
Fort St. John council welcomes new Community Safety ManagerÂ
The City of Fort St. John has created a new staff position to assist in managing the bylaw department.
Northern Health issues Water Quality Advisory for Fort Nelson as evacuees return
Fort Nelson residents returning home are being urged by Northern Health to flush all their household water fixtures.
Fort Nelson fire area restrictions updated by Prince George Fire Centre
The Prince George Fire Centre has issued an updated area restriction for fires near Fort Nelson
Fort St. John Proclaims Pride Week 2024
Council proclaims May 26th to June 1st Pride Week in Fort St. John
Fivestar Boxing fighters display grit and toughness at Diamond Belt competition in Alberta
Fivestar Boxing Academy athletes displayed grit and toughness competing at the Diamond Belt competition held on May 25th in Lacombe, Alberta, at the Gary Moe Sportsplex.
Bluey Day raises $120K for MRI body coil, exceeds goal
The Fort St. John Hospital Foundation’s annual Bluey Day event exceeded its fundraising goal this year, raising more than $120,000.
New caretaker brings expertise to Peace Island Park
A new caretaker has started at Peace Island Park in Taylor, bringing more than a decade of customer service and a passion for the outdoors to the role.Â
Chetwynd council purchasing compost units for a local pilot project
Chetwynd council is purchasing 100 compost units to resell to residents in an effort to reduce organic waste in the solid waste stream.
Dawson Creek property taxes due July 2nd
This year’s property tax notices were mailed out to Dawson Creek residents on May 17th.
Police find suspected drugs after arresting impaired driver in Fort St. John
Police say a Fort St. John resident was arrested over the weekend after they were found driving impaired with suspected drugs in their vehicle.
Armed robbery suspect sought in Dawson Creek
Dawson Creek RCMP officers are looking for help identifying an armed robbery suspect.
Chetwynd Hospital ER closes again due to physician shortage
Northern Health has announced that the Chetwynd Hospital’s emergency department is closed on Monday — the ninth time services have been unavailable since mid-April.
Fort Nelson, B.C., evacuees heading home after being forced to flee wildfires
Residents in Fort Nelson are able to go home today after being evacuated for more than two weeks due to wildfires
UPDATE: Evacuation order for Fort Nelson to be rescinded
The Northern Regional Rockies Municipality and Fort Nelson First Nations have announced that the evacuation order for the region is being rescinded as of May 27th at 8 a.m.
UPDATE : Inga Lake area wildfire now listed as ‘being held’.
The Wildfire reported five kilometres east of Inga Lake is now listed as 'being held,' according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS)Â Â
