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Fort St. John offers remote ESS registration for evacuees

The City of Fort St. John has announced that evacuees can now register or renew their status with the Fort St. John Emergency Support Services Reception Centre remotely without travelling to the facility. 

Doig River evacuation order maintained amid safety concerns

Doig River First Nation’s evacuation order is still in effect for now, but that decision will be reviewed daily.

Emergency generators deployed in Fort Nelson as wildfires damage power lines

BC Hydro published an update for Fort Nelson customers on Facebook on May 16th, confirming significant damage to infrastructure in the region and reduced services. 

Fort St. John’s Ethan Semeniuk plays huge role in helping Moose Jaw Warriors capture first WHL Championship

Fort St. John product Ethan Semeniuk had a huge hand in helping the Moose Jaw Warriors capture their first Western Hockey League (WHL) Championship in the franchise’s 40-year history.

Additional police sent to Fort Nelson following property crime arrests

Additional police officers have arrived in Fort Nelson to help prevent property crime after some arrests have already been reported.

Fort Nelson evacuees painting uplifting mural in Fort St. John

Fort Nelson evacuees have begun painting a mural on the side of a shipping container in the North Peace Arena parking lot.

Dawson Creek council supports palliative care with May proclamation

The City of Dawson Creek has declared May Palliative Care Month. 

Fort St. John veterinarian guilty of sexual assault to be sentenced in June

The sentencing date for Justin Sewell, the Fort St. John veterinarian who pled guilty to sexual assault, has been set for June this year.  

Fort St John provides update on services available to Fort Nelson evacuees

The city’s communications manager, Ryan Harvey, has provided an update on the Emergency Support Services (ESS) for Fort Nelson residents who evacuated earlier this week. 

Holdover wildfires: Why B.C. may see more overwinter fires this season

One of the largest wildfires burning in Western Canada is the Patry Creek fire, 25 kilometres north of Fort Nelson, B.C., which re-emerged May 2 after smouldering through the winter. 

Wildfire Update: May 16th, 2024

Below are the updates to all wildfires located in northeast B.C. listed as “out of control” and “being held” as of May 16th, 2024.

Fort St. John Kennel Club kicks off season with Taylor Show on May 17

The Fort St. John and District Kennel Club will kick off its showing season on May 17th at Taylor District Ice Centre.

Burgers run out, hotels heave, as wildfire evacuees swell Fort St. John

The Denny's restaurant in Fort St. John ran out of burgers on Tuesday, a waiter said.

Rainfall in Fort Nelson assists Parker Lake wildfire suppression efforts

Northern Rockies Regional Municipality Mayor Rob Fraser says some rain fell on and around Fort Nelson on Wednesday, helping firefighters battle the Parker Lake wildfire.

Vendor sign-up open for North Peace Cultural Centre’s market on June 15th

The North Peace Cultural Centre’s Bright Nights in June Maker’s Market has been announced for 2024 and is now looking for local vendors and artists interested in joining. 

UPDATE: 18-year-old female located after being reported missing on May 6

The Fort St. John RCMP says an 18-year-old reported missing on May 6th has been located.

MISSING: Ketan Sharma

Kelowna RCMP is still looking for Ketan Sharma, who is believed to be in the Fort St. John area due to the recent evacuation of Fort Nelson.

Fort Nelson, B.C., wildfire expands to 127 square kilometres, but away from town

Wildfire Update: May 15th, 2024

Below are the updates to all wildfires located in northeast B.C. listed as  ‘out of control’ and ‘being held’ as of May 15th 2024.