NRRM to draft letter of support for overwintering wildfire research project
The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality (NRRM) has agreed to support Northern Fire WoRx research into how best to deal with and mitigate overwintering wildfires.
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Federal energy minister hails ‘one project, one review’ approval for B.C. LNG plant
Federal Energy Minister Tim Hodgson is hailing streamlined approval of the Ksi Lisims LNG project.
Chetwynd emergency room to close for more than 24 hours
Chetwynd General Hospital's emergency room will close from 7 a.m. on September 16th to 8 a.m. on September 17th.
Ksi Lisims LNG given environmental go-ahead and can move to next permit stage
A B.C. environmental assessment certificate for Ksi Lisims LNG, which is designed to export Canadian gas to Asia, has been jointly approved by B.C. Environment Minister Tamara Davidson and B.C. Energy Minister Adrian Dix - however, several First Nations have voiced concerns.
InkFree BC looks to expand services to Fort St. John
The InkFree BC Initiative Society aims to help indivduals who face barriers to employment, social reintegration or safety due to tattoos, scars or facial hair.
FortisBC gas rate to remain unchanged for fall after summer bill increase
The British Columbia Utilities Commission has approved maintaining the FortisBC gas rate for its customers.
Confirmed measles cases in Northern Health region nears 200
Northern Health has confirmed five new measles cases since late last week, according to the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC).
Foundation volunteer with teen group named September’s Co-op Community Champion
Shailynn Foster was nominated due to her volunteer work with one of the Wellness Truth and Family Foundation's teen groups.
Hudson’s Hope Chili Cook-Off raises more than $2,000 for charities
Six teams battled it out at the Hudson’s Hope Chili Cook-Off in the parking lot of Hudson's Hope's Legacy Village Market on September 14th.
Fort St. John welcomes four new doctors
Four new physicians - Dr. Raian Alqazazi, Dr. Laura Corredor Mesa, Dr. Celia Wang and Dr. Sairvan Fernandes - are coming to Fort St. John.
Court Report: September 8th to 12th
Today's court report contains all the sentences handed down in the Peace region between September 8th and 12th.
Man charged with murder after shooting in Dawson Creek denied bail
Nolan Douglas Schmidt, who was charged after an incident on January 19th at the Mile Zero Apartment Hotel in Dawson Creek, was denied bail during a BC Supreme Court hearing on Monday, September 15th.
Huskies secure two wins to start 2025-26 season
The Fort St. John Huskies opened the Strike Group North West Junior Hockey League 2025-26 season with two wins over the North Peace Navigators and Fairview Flyers on September 12th and 13th.
Dawson Creek emergency department closed for 10 hours
The Dawson Creek and District Hospital's emergency department was closed from 5 a.m. to 3 p.m. today due to “staffing challenges.”
‘Mock-up session’ held for new Dawson Creek hospital patient rooms
Clinical staff have had a chance to test out near-final designs for patient rooms at the new Dawson Creek and District Hospital under construction.
RCMP rule out sexual assault in Dawson Creek
The Dawson Creek RCMP have completed an investigation into a report of sexual assault with no results.
Taylor polled for new Dawson Creek water pipeline project
The District of Taylor is being polled as a "key contact" in an investigation by the Environmental Assessment Office into a new water source for Dawson Creek.
Save-On-Foods to host ‘Pie in the Face’ fundraiser for BC Children’s Hospital
The Save-On-Foods 'Pie in the Face' fundraiser, which will be held on September 14th, will raise money for the BC Children's Hospital.
(UPDATE) Fort St. John reveals property list for 2025 tax sale
The City of Fort St. John is preparing to auction off local properties with delinquent taxes.
Peace River South MLA hears community concerns about Tumbler Ridge Health Centre on-call cut
Peace River South MLA Larry Neufeld travelled to the District of Tumbler Ridge amid concerns about a reduction in the on-call hours at Tumbler Ridge Health Centre.
Federal energy minister hails ‘one project, one review’ approval for B.C. LNG plant
Federal Energy Minister Tim Hodgson is hailing streamlined approval of the Ksi Lisims LNG project.
Chetwynd emergency room to close for more than 24 hours
Chetwynd General Hospital's emergency room will close from 7 a.m. on September 16th to 8 a.m. on September 17th.
Ksi Lisims LNG given environmental go-ahead and can move to next permit stage
A B.C. environmental assessment certificate for Ksi Lisims LNG, which is designed to export Canadian gas to Asia, has been jointly approved by B.C. Environment Minister Tamara Davidson and B.C. Energy Minister Adrian Dix - however, several First Nations have voiced concerns.
InkFree BC looks to expand services to Fort St. John
The InkFree BC Initiative Society aims to help indivduals who face barriers to employment, social reintegration or safety due to tattoos, scars or facial hair.
FortisBC gas rate to remain unchanged for fall after summer bill increase
The British Columbia Utilities Commission has approved maintaining the FortisBC gas rate for its customers.
Confirmed measles cases in Northern Health region nears 200
Northern Health has confirmed five new measles cases since late last week, according to the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC).
Foundation volunteer with teen group named September’s Co-op Community Champion
Shailynn Foster was nominated due to her volunteer work with one of the Wellness Truth and Family Foundation's teen groups.
Hudson’s Hope Chili Cook-Off raises more than $2,000 for charities
Six teams battled it out at the Hudson’s Hope Chili Cook-Off in the parking lot of Hudson's Hope's Legacy Village Market on September 14th.
Fort St. John welcomes four new doctors
Four new physicians - Dr. Raian Alqazazi, Dr. Laura Corredor Mesa, Dr. Celia Wang and Dr. Sairvan Fernandes - are coming to Fort St. John.
Court Report: September 8th to 12th
Today's court report contains all the sentences handed down in the Peace region between September 8th and 12th.
Man charged with murder after shooting in Dawson Creek denied bail
Nolan Douglas Schmidt, who was charged after an incident on January 19th at the Mile Zero Apartment Hotel in Dawson Creek, was denied bail during a BC Supreme Court hearing on Monday, September 15th.
Huskies secure two wins to start 2025-26 season
The Fort St. John Huskies opened the Strike Group North West Junior Hockey League 2025-26 season with two wins over the North Peace Navigators and Fairview Flyers on September 12th and 13th.
Dawson Creek emergency department closed for 10 hours
The Dawson Creek and District Hospital's emergency department was closed from 5 a.m. to 3 p.m. today due to “staffing challenges.”
‘Mock-up session’ held for new Dawson Creek hospital patient rooms
Clinical staff have had a chance to test out near-final designs for patient rooms at the new Dawson Creek and District Hospital under construction.
RCMP rule out sexual assault in Dawson Creek
The Dawson Creek RCMP have completed an investigation into a report of sexual assault with no results.
Taylor polled for new Dawson Creek water pipeline project
The District of Taylor is being polled as a "key contact" in an investigation by the Environmental Assessment Office into a new water source for Dawson Creek.
Save-On-Foods to host ‘Pie in the Face’ fundraiser for BC Children’s Hospital
The Save-On-Foods 'Pie in the Face' fundraiser, which will be held on September 14th, will raise money for the BC Children's Hospital.
(UPDATE) Fort St. John reveals property list for 2025 tax sale
The City of Fort St. John is preparing to auction off local properties with delinquent taxes.
Peace River South MLA hears community concerns about Tumbler Ridge Health Centre on-call cut
Peace River South MLA Larry Neufeld travelled to the District of Tumbler Ridge amid concerns about a reduction in the on-call hours at Tumbler Ridge Health Centre.
