BC Highway Patrol seize loaded shotgun in Dawson Creek
On January 25th, in Dawson Creek, a BC Highway Patrol officer confiscated a loaded shotgun, marking the second firearm seizure in the community this year.
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Court Report: January 29th to February 2nd
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek Provincial Courts from January 29th to February 2nd.
Telizyn shows promising results at Quebec City Speed Skating World Cup
Telizyn's weekend performances earned him four points in the ISU World Cup standings.
BC Hydro hosts info sessions on Williston Reservoir operations
BC Hydro is hosting open houses in Hudson’s Hope and Mackenzie to discuss the forecast of the Williston reservoir as the region moves into the spring.
BC Energy Regulator warns of potential water restrictions for oil, gas operators
Northeast B.C.’s watersheds may face critical water shortages in 2024 due to persistent drought conditions.
Dawson Creek home invasion suspects arrested in Alberta
Three suspects were arrested in Alberta in relation to a home invasion in Dawson Creek last Thursday.
Fort St John Today: The Job Fair is Back
In this edition, the WorkBC FSJ Job Fair is back on February 8. Plus, events happening February 6-12, 2024.
Fort St. John Hospital Foundation celebrates 30th anniversary in 2024
The Fort St. John Hospital Foundation is celebrating its 30th Anniversary this year by highlighting its history and existing fundraising opportunities.
Obituary – Andrea Ellen Morison
Andrea Ellen Morison passed away on January 24, 2024, in Fort St. John, British Columbia, at the age of 57.
Fort St. John bull rider wins PBR Red Deer Classic
Fort St. John bull rider Jake Gardner took home the top prize at the season launch of the Professional Bull Riders Canada Elite Cup Series in Red Deer on February 3rd.
Watt’s Happening: The quiet revolution of cooperatives
I am just going about my day-to-day affairs, but each of my actions expresses a fundamentally different way of viewing the world. It is the way of the cooperative.
Peace Gallery North presents double solo art exhibit in February
Haley Bassett is presenting ‘Bead Soup,’ while Farouzan Afrouzi highlights her work with 'Entanglement’.
UPDATE: Dust advisory ended for the North Peace River region
A dust advisory had been issued for the North Peace River region on Monday, including Fort St. John and Hudson’s Hope, due to high concentrations of coarse particulate matter.
Dawson Creek firefighters battle ‘stubborn’ fire for over five hours
The Dawson Creek Fire Department extinguished a residential fire on the 227 Road Sunday morning, requiring the help of every firefighter available.
Dawson Creek Art Gallery entrance getting a makeover
City contractors will set up in the parking lot next door to remove the existing roofing and siding on the porch of their entrance into the remaining winter.
Fire in Dawson Creek causes extensive damage to self-storage unit business
The Dawson Creek Fire Department responded to a fire at a self-storage unit on Thursday night, which burned six to eight units.
Fort St. John International Airshow cancelled
The 2024 Fort St. John International Airshow was cancelled on Monday morning due to a lack of resources and the risk of another severe wildfire season.
Feeding Futures fund benefits local students
The province’s Feeding Futures fund will benefit all students in School District 60 by providing approximately $800,000 for food, staffing and equipment needs.
City of Dawson Creek to host free Family Day Festivities
The City of Dawson Creek is inviting community members to enjoy its free Family Day Festivities on Monday, February 19th.
Site C employment drops again in December
Site C employment numbers dropped again in December due to the seasonal nature of construction.
Court Report: January 29th to February 2nd
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek Provincial Courts from January 29th to February 2nd.
Telizyn shows promising results at Quebec City Speed Skating World Cup
Telizyn's weekend performances earned him four points in the ISU World Cup standings.
BC Hydro hosts info sessions on Williston Reservoir operations
BC Hydro is hosting open houses in Hudson’s Hope and Mackenzie to discuss the forecast of the Williston reservoir as the region moves into the spring.
BC Energy Regulator warns of potential water restrictions for oil, gas operators
Northeast B.C.’s watersheds may face critical water shortages in 2024 due to persistent drought conditions.
Dawson Creek home invasion suspects arrested in Alberta
Three suspects were arrested in Alberta in relation to a home invasion in Dawson Creek last Thursday.
Fort St John Today: The Job Fair is Back
In this edition, the WorkBC FSJ Job Fair is back on February 8. Plus, events happening February 6-12, 2024.
Fort St. John Hospital Foundation celebrates 30th anniversary in 2024
The Fort St. John Hospital Foundation is celebrating its 30th Anniversary this year by highlighting its history and existing fundraising opportunities.
Obituary – Andrea Ellen Morison
Andrea Ellen Morison passed away on January 24, 2024, in Fort St. John, British Columbia, at the age of 57.
Fort St. John bull rider wins PBR Red Deer Classic
Fort St. John bull rider Jake Gardner took home the top prize at the season launch of the Professional Bull Riders Canada Elite Cup Series in Red Deer on February 3rd.
Watt’s Happening: The quiet revolution of cooperatives
I am just going about my day-to-day affairs, but each of my actions expresses a fundamentally different way of viewing the world. It is the way of the cooperative.
Peace Gallery North presents double solo art exhibit in February
Haley Bassett is presenting ‘Bead Soup,’ while Farouzan Afrouzi highlights her work with 'Entanglement’.
UPDATE: Dust advisory ended for the North Peace River region
A dust advisory had been issued for the North Peace River region on Monday, including Fort St. John and Hudson’s Hope, due to high concentrations of coarse particulate matter.
Dawson Creek firefighters battle ‘stubborn’ fire for over five hours
The Dawson Creek Fire Department extinguished a residential fire on the 227 Road Sunday morning, requiring the help of every firefighter available.
Dawson Creek Art Gallery entrance getting a makeover
City contractors will set up in the parking lot next door to remove the existing roofing and siding on the porch of their entrance into the remaining winter.
Fire in Dawson Creek causes extensive damage to self-storage unit business
The Dawson Creek Fire Department responded to a fire at a self-storage unit on Thursday night, which burned six to eight units.
Fort St. John International Airshow cancelled
The 2024 Fort St. John International Airshow was cancelled on Monday morning due to a lack of resources and the risk of another severe wildfire season.
Feeding Futures fund benefits local students
The province’s Feeding Futures fund will benefit all students in School District 60 by providing approximately $800,000 for food, staffing and equipment needs.
City of Dawson Creek to host free Family Day Festivities
The City of Dawson Creek is inviting community members to enjoy its free Family Day Festivities on Monday, February 19th.
Site C employment drops again in December
Site C employment numbers dropped again in December due to the seasonal nature of construction.
