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.
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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.
Chetwynd’s Rotary Park gets running track funding from Northern Development
A running track is coming to the Rotary Park in Chetwynd, thanks to funding from Northern Development.
Peace region residents benefit from free bear safety sessions
For the second year in a row, Tumbler Ridge resident Kale Ericson is providing free bear safety training for residents in Northern BC.
Fort St. John council adopts policy to improve wildfire deployment
The City of Fort St. John has adopted a policy to ensure the local firefighting resources aren't overextended by remote deployments, such as wildfires around the province.
Fort St. John RCMP arrest four Alberta youths with stolen truck
On May 7th, the Fort St. John RCMP detachment reportedly received a request for assistance from the Grande Prairie detachment, saying a stolen pickup truck was believed to be in the area.
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SPONSORED: Thank You to Dawson Creek BC Hydro Customers
BC Hydro wishes to thank our customers in Dawson Creek for their patience and understanding during a recent operation.
Dawson Creek U17 girls volleyball team returns from Emperor’s Cup
The Dawson Creek Volleyball Club's U17 girls team capped off their season by competing at the Emperor’s Cup in Las Vegas from May 3rd to May 5th.
Chetwynd Hospital faces emergency department diversions for four days straight
Chetwynd Hospital’s emergency department has been closed every evening since Saturday, and will close again Tuesday, says Northern Health.
Fraudulent papers, guns, and drugs seized by Dawson Creek RCMP
Police say they’ve seized a wide array of firearms, drugs, a stolen vehicle, fraudulent identification papers, and more after searching an industrial lot in Dawson Creek.
Holdover fire near Fort Nelson reignites, spreads to 500 hectares
An out-of-control fire in Nogah Creek, 60 kilometres east of Fort Nelson, is being monitored by the Prince George Fire Centre.
UPDATE: MLA Bernier calls Chetwynd Hospital diversions ‘horrifying’
Peace River South MLA Mike Bernier says enough is enough when it comes to diversions at the Chetwynd Hospital’s emergency department.
City staff working to cut costs for 2024 Asphalt Overlay Program
City council has directed staff to negotiate with Terus Construction Ltd. to reduce costs and bring the 2024 Asphalt Overlay Program within the city’s budget.Â
Dawson Creek encourages residents to prepare for emergencies, BC emergency alert test this Wednesday
The City of Dawson Creek is working to prepare residents for emergency responses during Emergency Preparedness Week from May 5th to 11th, and as part of the week, the province will be issuing an emergency alert test.
BC SPCA North Peace requests donations amid influx of new animals
A large influx of animals has come into the care of the BC SPCA North Peace, and the shelter says it needs help from residents to meet all their needs.
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.
Chetwynd’s Rotary Park gets running track funding from Northern Development
A running track is coming to the Rotary Park in Chetwynd, thanks to funding from Northern Development.
Peace region residents benefit from free bear safety sessions
For the second year in a row, Tumbler Ridge resident Kale Ericson is providing free bear safety training for residents in Northern BC.
Fort St. John council adopts policy to improve wildfire deployment
The City of Fort St. John has adopted a policy to ensure the local firefighting resources aren't overextended by remote deployments, such as wildfires around the province.
Fort St. John RCMP arrest four Alberta youths with stolen truck
On May 7th, the Fort St. John RCMP detachment reportedly received a request for assistance from the Grande Prairie detachment, saying a stolen pickup truck was believed to be in the area.
Sponsored Sponsored content SPONSORED: Thank You to Dawson Creek BC Hydro Customers
BC Hydro wishes to thank our customers in Dawson Creek for their patience and understanding during a recent operation.
Dawson Creek U17 girls volleyball team returns from Emperor’s Cup
The Dawson Creek Volleyball Club's U17 girls team capped off their season by competing at the Emperor’s Cup in Las Vegas from May 3rd to May 5th.
Chetwynd Hospital faces emergency department diversions for four days straight
Chetwynd Hospital’s emergency department has been closed every evening since Saturday, and will close again Tuesday, says Northern Health.
Fraudulent papers, guns, and drugs seized by Dawson Creek RCMP
Police say they’ve seized a wide array of firearms, drugs, a stolen vehicle, fraudulent identification papers, and more after searching an industrial lot in Dawson Creek.
Holdover fire near Fort Nelson reignites, spreads to 500 hectares
An out-of-control fire in Nogah Creek, 60 kilometres east of Fort Nelson, is being monitored by the Prince George Fire Centre.
UPDATE: MLA Bernier calls Chetwynd Hospital diversions ‘horrifying’
Peace River South MLA Mike Bernier says enough is enough when it comes to diversions at the Chetwynd Hospital’s emergency department.
City staff working to cut costs for 2024 Asphalt Overlay Program
City council has directed staff to negotiate with Terus Construction Ltd. to reduce costs and bring the 2024 Asphalt Overlay Program within the city’s budget.Â
Dawson Creek encourages residents to prepare for emergencies, BC emergency alert test this Wednesday
The City of Dawson Creek is working to prepare residents for emergency responses during Emergency Preparedness Week from May 5th to 11th, and as part of the week, the province will be issuing an emergency alert test.
BC SPCA North Peace requests donations amid influx of new animals
A large influx of animals has come into the care of the BC SPCA North Peace, and the shelter says it needs help from residents to meet all their needs.
