BC Hydro presents clean energy plans for British Columbia
At the May 2nd Peace River Regional District meeting, representatives from BC Hydro presented the board with details on plans to bring clean energy economic development to British Columbia.Â
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UPDATE: Fire ‘under control’ in 198 Road area
This is the second wildfire reported in the Dawson Creek area Friday. A wildfire near Farmington also reported and is currently 'under control.'
Progress and challenges in boreal caribou conservation efforts across Canada
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) released a strategy and species conservation update report on May 10 for the endangered boreal caribou.Â
Court Report: May 2nd to 6th
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek provincial courts from May 2nd to May 6th.
Evacuation Alert issued by Fort Nelson First Nation
Fort Nelson First Nation has issued an evacuation alert for the area at the recommendation of the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS)
Saskatoon Blades take Fort St. John goaltender in WHL prospects draft
For the second time in as many years, the Western Hockey League’s (WHL) Saskatoon Blades took a goaltender from Fort St. John in the league draft.
BC Wildfire Service explains details of Chetwynd Northern Initial Fire Attack Crew base changes
Sharon Nickel with the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) says the live-on portion of the Chetwynd Northern Initial Fire Attack Crew base isn’t in a livable state anymore and needs to close.
Wildfire discovered near Farmington
A new wildfire north of Dawson Creek is burning out of control, according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS).
B.C.’s unemployment rate drops below national average in April Labour Force Survey
B.C.’s unemployment rate fell below the national average in April, according to the latest data from Statistics Canada.
UPDATE: Highway 77 closed due to wildfire smoke
Workers with Dawson Road Maintenance say Highway 77 near Fort Nelson could close due to an ongoing wildfire.
Peace Gallery North showcases Peace Region talent in new exhibit
A new exhibit at Peace Gallery North has been opened to the public, highlighting the natural beauty of the Peace Region in print media.Â
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Evacuation Alert issued due to wildfires in Fort Nelson area
A pair of wildfires in the Patry Creek area and the Nogah creek area, have caused a potential danger to life and health, according to the BC Wildfire Service.
Double H Saddle Club seeking funding to repair horse pens
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) board agreed to provide a letter of support to the Double H Saddle Club in Hudson’s Hope during a meeting on May 2nd.Â
Nogah Creek Wildfire grows to 2,000 hectaresÂ
The Nogah Creek wildfire has grown to 2,000 hectares, according to the BC Wildfire Service.Â
Fort St. John and Dawson Creek raises $33,700 on McHappy Day
Approximately $33,700 was raised through McHappy Day this week for Ronald McDonald House B.C. and the Child Development Centres in Dawson Creek and Fort St. John.Â
MLA Bernier introduces new bill to help families with wrongful death compensation
Peace River South MLA Mike Bernier has introduced “Logan’s Law,” aimed at helping families of victims killed by careless or intentional acts of others.
Minister of Forests urges vigilance as wildfire threat increases in Fort Nelson
B.C.’s Minister of Forests says he’s directed the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) to establish a command centre in Fort Nelson as the wildfire season begins to ramp up.
Dawson Creek announces 2024 art contest, select pieces will be included in Official Community Plan
Dawson Creek is inviting residents to create visual art showcasing what they love about the city and their vision for the community in the future.Â
UPDATE: Fire ‘under control’ in 198 Road area
This is the second wildfire reported in the Dawson Creek area Friday. A wildfire near Farmington also reported and is currently 'under control.'
Progress and challenges in boreal caribou conservation efforts across Canada
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) released a strategy and species conservation update report on May 10 for the endangered boreal caribou.Â
Court Report: May 2nd to 6th
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek provincial courts from May 2nd to May 6th.
Evacuation Alert issued by Fort Nelson First Nation
Fort Nelson First Nation has issued an evacuation alert for the area at the recommendation of the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS)
Saskatoon Blades take Fort St. John goaltender in WHL prospects draft
For the second time in as many years, the Western Hockey League’s (WHL) Saskatoon Blades took a goaltender from Fort St. John in the league draft.
BC Wildfire Service explains details of Chetwynd Northern Initial Fire Attack Crew base changes
Sharon Nickel with the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) says the live-on portion of the Chetwynd Northern Initial Fire Attack Crew base isn’t in a livable state anymore and needs to close.
Wildfire discovered near Farmington
A new wildfire north of Dawson Creek is burning out of control, according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS).
B.C.’s unemployment rate drops below national average in April Labour Force Survey
B.C.’s unemployment rate fell below the national average in April, according to the latest data from Statistics Canada.
UPDATE: Highway 77 closed due to wildfire smoke
Workers with Dawson Road Maintenance say Highway 77 near Fort Nelson could close due to an ongoing wildfire.
Peace Gallery North showcases Peace Region talent in new exhibit
A new exhibit at Peace Gallery North has been opened to the public, highlighting the natural beauty of the Peace Region in print media.Â
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For a 45m AWSS Telecom Tower Constructed at 56 53 56.92 N 121 58 17.03 W
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For a 45m AWSS Telecom Tower Constructed at 56 53 31.61 N 122 00 48.82 W
Evacuation Alert issued due to wildfires in Fort Nelson area
A pair of wildfires in the Patry Creek area and the Nogah creek area, have caused a potential danger to life and health, according to the BC Wildfire Service.
Double H Saddle Club seeking funding to repair horse pens
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) board agreed to provide a letter of support to the Double H Saddle Club in Hudson’s Hope during a meeting on May 2nd.Â
Nogah Creek Wildfire grows to 2,000 hectaresÂ
The Nogah Creek wildfire has grown to 2,000 hectares, according to the BC Wildfire Service.Â
Fort St. John and Dawson Creek raises $33,700 on McHappy Day
Approximately $33,700 was raised through McHappy Day this week for Ronald McDonald House B.C. and the Child Development Centres in Dawson Creek and Fort St. John.Â
MLA Bernier introduces new bill to help families with wrongful death compensation
Peace River South MLA Mike Bernier has introduced “Logan’s Law,” aimed at helping families of victims killed by careless or intentional acts of others.
Minister of Forests urges vigilance as wildfire threat increases in Fort Nelson
B.C.’s Minister of Forests says he’s directed the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) to establish a command centre in Fort Nelson as the wildfire season begins to ramp up.
Dawson Creek announces 2024 art contest, select pieces will be included in Official Community Plan
Dawson Creek is inviting residents to create visual art showcasing what they love about the city and their vision for the community in the future.Â
