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.
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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
Fort St. John Hospital’s emergency department closing again
The Fort St. John Hospital’s emergency department is set to close Thursday due to “challenges with physician coverage,” according to Northern Health.
Fort St John seeks resident input on bylaw changes
The City of Fort St. John is inviting residents to two open houses regarding proposed bylaw updates for the building and sign bylaws.
Rivers recede as B.C. faces prospect of ‘unfamiliar territory’ for drought
"Prince George, Quesnel, Williams Lake, Vanderhoof, that's kind of the hot spot, and then the other (area) that would be a concern would be up in the northeast," according to head of BC's River Forecast Centre.
Fencing built as construction for Kin Park upgrades continues
Fencing is being erected on the east side of Fort St. John’s Kin Park as contractors prepare to continue working on upgrades.
PRRD launches public survey to get input on safety and security at Kelly Lake Transfer Station
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has launched a survey seeking public input on enhancing security and safety at the Kelly Lake Transfer Station.
Chetwynd Hospital faces diversion for fifth consecutive night
Chetwynd Hospital’s emergency department will be closed for the fifth consecutive evening, according to Northern Health.
UPDATE: Wildfire discovered in near Chetwynd now listed as ‘under control’
A small wildfire has been discovered northeast of Chetwynd, and the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) says it’s currently burning out of control.
Fort St. John council postpones approving contract for next phases of 89th Avenue construction until 2025
After a motion was made by councillor Trevor Bolin, the city has postponed approving a contract for the next phase of construction along 89th Avenue until 2025.
Two highway resurfacing projects happening in Chetwynd area
BC’s Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure has announced two highway repaving projects coming to Chetwynd this summer.
BC Hydro grant funds tree planting at Fort St. John’s off-leash dog park
Several new trees will be planted at Fort St. John’s off-leash dog park this week, thanks to a $7,500 ReGreening Grant from BC Hydro.
Michael Bacso enters 10th season as board president of Fort St. John Huskies
Michael Bacso is heading into his 10th season as the board president of the Fort St. John Huskies.
Fort St. John horse trainer wins competition at Red Deer Horse Expo
An award-winning horse trainer in Fort St. John took home a new trophy from this year’s Red Deer Horse Expo.
UPDATE: Wildfire discovered west of Dawson Creek now ‘being held’
A wildfire discovered west of Dawson Creek on Tuesday is now being held, 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
Fort St. John Hospital’s emergency department closing again
The Fort St. John Hospital’s emergency department is set to close Thursday due to “challenges with physician coverage,” according to Northern Health.
Fort St John seeks resident input on bylaw changes
The City of Fort St. John is inviting residents to two open houses regarding proposed bylaw updates for the building and sign bylaws.
Rivers recede as B.C. faces prospect of ‘unfamiliar territory’ for drought
"Prince George, Quesnel, Williams Lake, Vanderhoof, that's kind of the hot spot, and then the other (area) that would be a concern would be up in the northeast," according to head of BC's River Forecast Centre.
Fencing built as construction for Kin Park upgrades continues
Fencing is being erected on the east side of Fort St. John’s Kin Park as contractors prepare to continue working on upgrades.
PRRD launches public survey to get input on safety and security at Kelly Lake Transfer Station
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has launched a survey seeking public input on enhancing security and safety at the Kelly Lake Transfer Station.
Chetwynd Hospital faces diversion for fifth consecutive night
Chetwynd Hospital’s emergency department will be closed for the fifth consecutive evening, according to Northern Health.
UPDATE: Wildfire discovered in near Chetwynd now listed as ‘under control’
A small wildfire has been discovered northeast of Chetwynd, and the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) says it’s currently burning out of control.
Fort St. John council postpones approving contract for next phases of 89th Avenue construction until 2025
After a motion was made by councillor Trevor Bolin, the city has postponed approving a contract for the next phase of construction along 89th Avenue until 2025.
Two highway resurfacing projects happening in Chetwynd area
BC’s Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure has announced two highway repaving projects coming to Chetwynd this summer.
BC Hydro grant funds tree planting at Fort St. John’s off-leash dog park
Several new trees will be planted at Fort St. John’s off-leash dog park this week, thanks to a $7,500 ReGreening Grant from BC Hydro.
Michael Bacso enters 10th season as board president of Fort St. John Huskies
Michael Bacso is heading into his 10th season as the board president of the Fort St. John Huskies.
Fort St. John horse trainer wins competition at Red Deer Horse Expo
An award-winning horse trainer in Fort St. John took home a new trophy from this year’s Red Deer Horse Expo.
UPDATE: Wildfire discovered west of Dawson Creek now ‘being held’
A wildfire discovered west of Dawson Creek on Tuesday is now being held, according to the BC Wildfire Service.
