‘Substantial growth’ expected Tuesday for Parker Lake wildfire
The Parker Lake wildfire west of Fort Nelson has reached 8,433 hectares in size, and BC Wildfire Service members say they expect it to continue to grow.
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Halfway River Group joins effort to cut methane emissions in B.C.
The Halfway River Group has become an equity investor in Kathairos Solutions Inc.’s methane elimination technology.
Rescued pets from Fort Nelson safe at BC SPCA, public asked to assist in the search for families
Four pets have been rescued by Fort Nelson RCMP and brought to BC SPCA North Peace on May 13th.
NRRM Mayor shares update on wildfire situation in Fort Nelson
Northern Rockies Regional Municipality (NRRM) Mayor Rob Fraser says the weather forecast for this week has him feeling optimistic about the BC Wildfire Service’s (BCWS) efforts to suppress the Parker Lake wildfire.
Letter to the Editor: Action needed from the Ministry of Health and Northern Health in support of Fort St. John Hospital Emergency Department
Fort St John Emergency Doctors and Medical Staff have provided a Letter to the Editor to Energeticcity through the Doctors of BC, commenting on the current state of the emergency department at the hospital.
District of Tumbler Ridge hires new Chief Administrative Officer
Lisa Scott will start her new position on June 3rd, 2024.
Hudson’s Hope receives funding from province for portable speed radar signs
The District of Hudson’s Hope has received over $10,000 to install portable speed radar signs in high-risk areas.
Evan Saugstad: Investing in life
Peace region resident Evan Saugstad shares his thoughts on saving money at a young age and investing in your future.
Chetwynd Hospital impacted by diversion for fourth consecutive weekend
Chetwynd Hospital’s emergency department faced another weekend diversion last Friday, with services unavailable until 7 a.m. on Saturday, May 11th.
Major delays expected on Highway 97 in Taylor all day May 15
On May 15th, major traffic disruptions in both directions can be expected on Highway 97 between 103rd Avenue and Birch Avenue in Taylor.
Road maintenance causes lane reduction on 271 Road in Fort St. John
Travelers can expect delays near 271 Road in Fort St. John until 4 p.m. on May 14th.
UPDATE: PRRD issues new evacuation order for area near Doig River First Nation
The Peace River Regional District has issued a new evacuation order for a forest fire near the Doig River First Nation.
UPDATE: Wildfire reported in Hasler Forest Service Road area
The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) reported a four-hectare wildfire on May 13th in the Hasler Creek Forest Service Road area southwest of Chetwynd.
Fort St. John and Dawson Creek offer support to Fort Nelson wildfire evacuees
As forest fire evacuations continue in the Fort Nelson region, Fort St. John and Dawson Creek residents and governments continue to offer support and resources.
Inconnu Swim team posts several bests throughout the season as they set to host home meet in May
Fort St. John’s Inconnu Swim Club is set to host their home meet from May 25th to 26th after seeing several swimmers in their age group produce top times throughout this season.
No gas shortage in northeast B.C. right now, says analyst
Canadians for Affordable Energy President Dan McTeague says he hasn’t seen any reports of a gas shortage caused by wildfires in northeast B.C., but that could change at any time.
PRRD awards contract to clean Charlie Lake, Rolla and Kelly Lake wastewater lagoons
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) awarded Lambourne Environmental Ltd. an invitation to tender for cleaning the Charlie Lake, Rolla, and Kelly Lake wastewater lagoons.
UPDATED: Evacuation order issued in Doig River First Nation
Doig River First Nation (DRFN) has issued an evacuation order for its reserve effective immediately due to the 50-hectare wildfire west of the area.
PRRD expands Rolla Sewer treatment upgrades contract to meet provincial regulations
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) expanded the Rolla Sewer treatment upgrades contract with McElhanney Ltd. during its May 2nd board meeting to meet provincial government regulations.
Court Report: May 7th to 11th
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John provincial court from May 7th to May 11th.
Halfway River Group joins effort to cut methane emissions in B.C.
The Halfway River Group has become an equity investor in Kathairos Solutions Inc.’s methane elimination technology.
Rescued pets from Fort Nelson safe at BC SPCA, public asked to assist in the search for families
Four pets have been rescued by Fort Nelson RCMP and brought to BC SPCA North Peace on May 13th.
NRRM Mayor shares update on wildfire situation in Fort Nelson
Northern Rockies Regional Municipality (NRRM) Mayor Rob Fraser says the weather forecast for this week has him feeling optimistic about the BC Wildfire Service’s (BCWS) efforts to suppress the Parker Lake wildfire.
Letter to the Editor: Action needed from the Ministry of Health and Northern Health in support of Fort St. John Hospital Emergency Department
Fort St John Emergency Doctors and Medical Staff have provided a Letter to the Editor to Energeticcity through the Doctors of BC, commenting on the current state of the emergency department at the hospital.
District of Tumbler Ridge hires new Chief Administrative Officer
Lisa Scott will start her new position on June 3rd, 2024.
Hudson’s Hope receives funding from province for portable speed radar signs
The District of Hudson’s Hope has received over $10,000 to install portable speed radar signs in high-risk areas.
Evan Saugstad: Investing in life
Peace region resident Evan Saugstad shares his thoughts on saving money at a young age and investing in your future.
Chetwynd Hospital impacted by diversion for fourth consecutive weekend
Chetwynd Hospital’s emergency department faced another weekend diversion last Friday, with services unavailable until 7 a.m. on Saturday, May 11th.
Major delays expected on Highway 97 in Taylor all day May 15
On May 15th, major traffic disruptions in both directions can be expected on Highway 97 between 103rd Avenue and Birch Avenue in Taylor.
Road maintenance causes lane reduction on 271 Road in Fort St. John
Travelers can expect delays near 271 Road in Fort St. John until 4 p.m. on May 14th.
UPDATE: PRRD issues new evacuation order for area near Doig River First Nation
The Peace River Regional District has issued a new evacuation order for a forest fire near the Doig River First Nation.
UPDATE: Wildfire reported in Hasler Forest Service Road area
The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) reported a four-hectare wildfire on May 13th in the Hasler Creek Forest Service Road area southwest of Chetwynd.
Fort St. John and Dawson Creek offer support to Fort Nelson wildfire evacuees
As forest fire evacuations continue in the Fort Nelson region, Fort St. John and Dawson Creek residents and governments continue to offer support and resources.
Inconnu Swim team posts several bests throughout the season as they set to host home meet in May
Fort St. John’s Inconnu Swim Club is set to host their home meet from May 25th to 26th after seeing several swimmers in their age group produce top times throughout this season.
No gas shortage in northeast B.C. right now, says analyst
Canadians for Affordable Energy President Dan McTeague says he hasn’t seen any reports of a gas shortage caused by wildfires in northeast B.C., but that could change at any time.
PRRD awards contract to clean Charlie Lake, Rolla and Kelly Lake wastewater lagoons
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) awarded Lambourne Environmental Ltd. an invitation to tender for cleaning the Charlie Lake, Rolla, and Kelly Lake wastewater lagoons.
UPDATED: Evacuation order issued in Doig River First Nation
Doig River First Nation (DRFN) has issued an evacuation order for its reserve effective immediately due to the 50-hectare wildfire west of the area.
PRRD expands Rolla Sewer treatment upgrades contract to meet provincial regulations
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) expanded the Rolla Sewer treatment upgrades contract with McElhanney Ltd. during its May 2nd board meeting to meet provincial government regulations.
Court Report: May 7th to 11th
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John provincial court from May 7th to May 11th.
