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Women’s Resource Society looking for Christmas Hamper sponsors

The Fort St. John Women’s Resource Society needs over 20 Christmas Hamper sponsors this holiday season.

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Fort St. John businesses advised to apply for Securing Small Business Rebate

The Fort St. John Chamber and District of Commerce is encouraging small businesses to apply for a grant program to prevent and repair damages from property crime.

NPSS Grizzlies Update: Senior volleyball teams host zones

The North Peace Secondary School senior volleyball teams hosted the Northern Central Zone Championships from November 17th to 18th. 

Man faces multiple identity theft-related charges in Fort St. John

Prolific offender Frank Edward Boostrom was sentenced in a local courtroom this week after receiving several charges from incidents in Fort St. John, Charlie Lake and Vancouver.

School District 60 trustees votes for Gilbert to remain as chair

The School District 60 board of trustees had their annual election this week and have voted for Helen Gilbert to remain as chair.

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Fort St. John Fire Department focuses on fire prevention in October

The Fort St. John Fire Department emphasized fire prevention in October while responding to 185 calls for services.

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Sentencing date set for Moberly Lake man guilty of sexual assault

William Fredric Townsend was found guilty earlier this year for a July 20th, 2019, sexual assault in Moberly Lake.

Poppy campaign a success in Fort St. John

The poppy campaign was a success in Fort St. John, with funds raised going towards the local legion.

Updates needed on Charlie Lake’s sewer system

Updates and repairs are needed on Charlie Lake’s sewer system, according to a presentation from McElhanney to the Electoral Area Directors Committee last month.

It’s a public road, not a driveway: judge rules in lawsuit involving Pouce Coupe neighbours

The roadway became a subject of contention in a civil lawsuit between the province and South Peace residents Curtis and Deanne Querin, who own a quarter section at the eastern outskirts of Pouce Coupe. The Querins purchased their property in 1991. 

Another work camp threatens Alaska Highway lodge, owner says

Pink Mountain lodge owner Melody Magaton says another work camp along the Alaska Highway could put her out of business, and approached the Peace River Regional District at their November 16th meeting to explain the situation to board directors. 

Light a Moose raises record-breaking $197,000 

The 20th Annual Chances Casino Light a Moose radiothon raised a record-breaking $197,000.

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Fort St John Today: Holiday Markets

In this edition, we share some holiday markets and how you can shop local. Plus, a list of events happening for November 21-27, 2023.

Public input opportunity on Fort St. John seniors housing project

The City of Fort St. John is requesting public input on a development variance permit for a 115-unit seniors housing complex at a November 27th council meeting.

UPDATE: Fort Nelson power outage affected over 3,300 residents

All of Fort Nelson has lost power due to a substation fault shortly after 11 a.m. on Tuesday, according to BC Hydro.

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Annual 12 Days of Christmas Giving toy drive returns to Hudson’s Hope

The 4th annual 12 Days of Christmas Giving toy drive returns to Hudson’s Hope from December 1st to 12th and aims to fill a police vehicle with donations.

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Peace River South MLA applauds Dawson Creek RCMP efforts

Peace River South MLA Mike Bernier says the perceived increase in police incidents in Dawson Creek may be due to the RCMP targeting prolific offenders.

PRRD to update building bylaw, seeks public input through survey

The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) is looking to update its building bylaw and is asking the public to provide input by participating in a survey. 

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Hitchhiker dies after being struck by vehicle near Murdale Friday night

Fort St. John RCMP were called to a fatal vehicle collision Friday evening that resulted in a man’s death.

Hudson’s Hope RCMP monthly bulletin: 31 calls for service between October 17th to November 18th

The Hudson’s Hope RCMP responded to 31 calls for service between October 17th to November 18th and wrote 38 violations and warning tickets for various motor vehicle-related offences.

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