Northern Development approves largest grant in history of fund
Northern Development Initiative Trust has approved a million dollars in grant funding for Peace agricultural projects pitched by the North Pine Farmers Institute and Optimum Grains.
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FSJACL to host wheelchair accessibility showcase event
The Fort St. John Association for Community Living (FSJACL) is hosting an event on September 24th to help residents understand the current state of wheelchair accessibility in the community.
2025 Terry Fox Run in Fort St. John raises nearly $12,000
According to event organizer Tara Maddigan, Fort St. John's Terry Fox Run in 2025 drew around 150 participants and nearly $12,000 in donations.
Pembina expects $90m annual loss after 50/50 pipeline revenue deal approved
The Canada Energy Regulator (CER) has approved Pembina Pipeline’s new revenue-sharing agreement for its Alliance Pipeline, which stretches from the Peace region to Chicago.
City of Fort St. John closes Rotary Spray Park for season
The Rotary Spray Park will be closed for the season due to overnight temperatures which are expected to bring frost next week.
Taylor finalizes committee to work on new district logo
The District of Taylor has appointed four residents to a committee tasked with coming up with a new logo in 2026.
Former Fort St. John teacher barred from profession after child porn investigation
A former teacher in Fort St. John has agreed to never professionally teach again in B.C. following a child pornography investigation.
Fort St. John company among finalists for up to $100k Northern Angel Summit investment
Squiggly Things has advanced to the Northern Angel Summit finale, to be held in Prince George on September 25th.
Northern Lights College receives campus upgrade courtesy of donation
A recent donation to Northern Lights College (NLC) by Birchcliffe Energy has allowed the school to upgrade part of its North Peace campus used by its engineering students.
‘Staffing challenges’ close Fort Nelson emergency room for eight hours
Northern Health has announced a diversion of the Fort Nelson General Hospital's emergency department on September 17th due to "unexpected staffing challenges."
‘Pie in the Face’ fundraiser brings in over $1,200 for local charities
Save-On-Foods' 'Pie in the Face' event on September 14th raised $718 for the Fort St. John Women's Resource Society and $498 for the BC Children's Hospital.
Fort St. John teenager becomes youngest to complete 200-mile Alberta endurance race
Fort St John's Griffin McCue, just 17-years-old, finished The Divide 200 endurance race in Alberta on September 16th.
Car impounded after Fort St. John RCMP say illicit drugs, BB gun found in traffic stop
An RCMP frontline officer pulled over an a vehicle during a 'proactive' traffic stop in Fort St. John on Sunday morning, September 14th.
Northern Health requests respect for workers amid Tumbler Ridge controversy
In the wake of a controversy surrounding on-call emergency hours at the Tumbler Ridge Health Centre, Northern Health is urging residents to be kind and respectful towards its workers.
Wanted man arrested in Hudson’s Hope
Jared Lepretre, a 33-year-old, faces charges of aggravated assault, uttering threats and assault. He was arrested on September 16th in Hudson's Hope.
Bluff Creek wildfire now ‘under control’
A 14-hectare wildfire in the South Peace is officially ‘under control,' according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS).
Bin replacements likely to disrupt Hudson’s Hope and Tumbler Ridge transfer stations
The PRRD has warned locals to expect disruptions at waste transfer stations in Hudson's Hope and Tumbler Ridge.
Fort St John Today: Dolly Parton Radiothon
In this edition, get ready for the 2nd Annual Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Radiothon. Plus, events happening September 16-22, 2025.
Registration open for inaugural street hockey tournament to wrap up summer
Maverick’s Bar and Grill is to host an inaugural street hockey tournament on October 4th, 2025.
Feedback deadline approaches for Official Community Plan draft
Residents have a few days left to submit their feedback on the latest draft of the City of Fort St. John’s next Official Community Plan (OCP).
FSJACL to host wheelchair accessibility showcase event
The Fort St. John Association for Community Living (FSJACL) is hosting an event on September 24th to help residents understand the current state of wheelchair accessibility in the community.
2025 Terry Fox Run in Fort St. John raises nearly $12,000
According to event organizer Tara Maddigan, Fort St. John's Terry Fox Run in 2025 drew around 150 participants and nearly $12,000 in donations.
Pembina expects $90m annual loss after 50/50 pipeline revenue deal approved
The Canada Energy Regulator (CER) has approved Pembina Pipeline’s new revenue-sharing agreement for its Alliance Pipeline, which stretches from the Peace region to Chicago.
City of Fort St. John closes Rotary Spray Park for season
The Rotary Spray Park will be closed for the season due to overnight temperatures which are expected to bring frost next week.
Taylor finalizes committee to work on new district logo
The District of Taylor has appointed four residents to a committee tasked with coming up with a new logo in 2026.
Former Fort St. John teacher barred from profession after child porn investigation
A former teacher in Fort St. John has agreed to never professionally teach again in B.C. following a child pornography investigation.
Fort St. John company among finalists for up to $100k Northern Angel Summit investment
Squiggly Things has advanced to the Northern Angel Summit finale, to be held in Prince George on September 25th.
Northern Lights College receives campus upgrade courtesy of donation
A recent donation to Northern Lights College (NLC) by Birchcliffe Energy has allowed the school to upgrade part of its North Peace campus used by its engineering students.
‘Staffing challenges’ close Fort Nelson emergency room for eight hours
Northern Health has announced a diversion of the Fort Nelson General Hospital's emergency department on September 17th due to "unexpected staffing challenges."
‘Pie in the Face’ fundraiser brings in over $1,200 for local charities
Save-On-Foods' 'Pie in the Face' event on September 14th raised $718 for the Fort St. John Women's Resource Society and $498 for the BC Children's Hospital.
Fort St. John teenager becomes youngest to complete 200-mile Alberta endurance race
Fort St John's Griffin McCue, just 17-years-old, finished The Divide 200 endurance race in Alberta on September 16th.
Car impounded after Fort St. John RCMP say illicit drugs, BB gun found in traffic stop
An RCMP frontline officer pulled over an a vehicle during a 'proactive' traffic stop in Fort St. John on Sunday morning, September 14th.
Northern Health requests respect for workers amid Tumbler Ridge controversy
In the wake of a controversy surrounding on-call emergency hours at the Tumbler Ridge Health Centre, Northern Health is urging residents to be kind and respectful towards its workers.
Wanted man arrested in Hudson’s Hope
Jared Lepretre, a 33-year-old, faces charges of aggravated assault, uttering threats and assault. He was arrested on September 16th in Hudson's Hope.
Bluff Creek wildfire now ‘under control’
A 14-hectare wildfire in the South Peace is officially ‘under control,' according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS).
Bin replacements likely to disrupt Hudson’s Hope and Tumbler Ridge transfer stations
The PRRD has warned locals to expect disruptions at waste transfer stations in Hudson's Hope and Tumbler Ridge.
Fort St John Today: Dolly Parton Radiothon
In this edition, get ready for the 2nd Annual Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Radiothon. Plus, events happening September 16-22, 2025.
Registration open for inaugural street hockey tournament to wrap up summer
Maverick’s Bar and Grill is to host an inaugural street hockey tournament on October 4th, 2025.
Feedback deadline approaches for Official Community Plan draft
Residents have a few days left to submit their feedback on the latest draft of the City of Fort St. John’s next Official Community Plan (OCP).
