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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.
A new wildfire north of Dawson Creek is burning out of control, according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS).
B.C.’s unemployment rate fell below the national average in April, according to the latest data from Statistics Canada.
Workers with Dawson Road Maintenance say Highway 77 near Fort Nelson could close due to an ongoing wildfire.
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 31.61 N 122 00 48.82 W
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.
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
The Nogah Creek wildfire has grown to 2,000 hectares, according to the BC Wildfire Service.Â
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
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.
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 is inviting residents to create visual art showcasing what they love about the city and their vision for the community in the future.Â
The Fort St. John Hospital’s emergency department is set to close Thursday due to “challenges with physician coverage,” according to Northern Health.
The City of Fort St. John is inviting residents to two open houses regarding proposed bylaw updates for the building and sign bylaws.
"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 is being erected on the east side of Fort St. John’s Kin Park as contractors prepare to continue working on upgrades.
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’s emergency department will be closed for the fifth consecutive evening, according to Northern Health.
