BC Housing to work on Fort St. John vacancy rate
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RCMP arrest man in Taylor following day-long manhunt
A police manhunt lasting several hours ended with a man being arrested in Taylor, according to the Fort St. John RCMP detachment.
PRRD launches redesigned website, showcases local photography
The PRRD's redesigned website aims to improve user experience with a cleaner layout and mobile compatibility, it said.
Inspectors reinstate Fort St. John eateries ‘low’ food risk rating
Food safety inspectors have reinstated 'low' ratings for two Fort St. John eateries - Whole Wheat and Honey Cafe and Fort St. John Links Golf Course.
Special air quality statement issued by Environment Canada for South Peace
Environment Canada has issued a ‘special air quality statement’ because smoke is expected to linger in the skies across the South Peace going into September 12th to 14th, 2025.
Fort St. John RCMP honour women officers on National Police Woman Day
In celebration of National Police Woman Day on September 12th, the Fort St. John RCMP has acknowledged and thanked its female officers.
Chetwynd ER closed for 12 hours in second diversion of September 2025
The Chetwynd General Hospital closed for the second time in September 2025 from September 11th-12th amid controversial announcements from Northern Health around emergency room closures.
‘It’s business’: Fort St. John Huskies eager to start defending title in new season
The Fort St. John Huskies, the 2024-25 Strike Group North West Junior Hockey League (NWJHL) champions, are eager to begin defending their title against the North Peace Navigators on Friday, September 12th.
North Peace SAR saves hunter with ‘life-threatening injuries’
North Peace Search and Rescue (SAR) was able to assist a hunter with serious injuries on September 6th.
Northern Rockies to celebrate fallen firefighters with ‘Walk of Remembrance’
The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality (NRRM) is hosting a 'Walk of Remembrance' this weekend to memorialize four late local firefighters - Gary Giffin, Paul Tell, Don Wagner and Ryan Kerr.
BCCDC reports seven new measles cases
The BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) has reported seven new confirmed measles cases in the Northern Health area in its update on September 11th.
Hope Truck coal hauling fundraiser gets set for finale gala
The Hope Truck, an initiative that fundraises by hauling coal in a refurbished Caterpillar 793 truck, has raised $115,000 so far in 2025.
Fort St. John seeks new youth pool commissioner
Applications for Fort St. John's new youth pool commissioner on the North Peace Leisure Pool Commission are being accepted until September 12th.
LNG Canada phase two added to federal priority project list
The second phase of the LNG Canada facility in Kitimat is one of the first projects to be considered by the Major Projects Office.
2025 Summer Scrap Drive raises $22,000+ for hospital foundation
The second annual Summer Scrap Drive for the Fort St. John Hospital Foundation in 2025 didn’t raise as much money as the first, but organizers say they still noticed positive changes compared to the prior event.
Trackers hockey programs seek sponsors for upcoming season
The North East BC Trackers U-15 and U-18 programs are looking for sponsors for bus windows, banners and fuel sponsorship.
Plea hearing set for former Dawson Creek councillor facing breach of trust charge
A former Dawson Creek councillor charged with breach of trust, Shaely Wilbur, is set to enter her plea at a hearing on September 23rd.
Boundary Lake Water Station temporarily closes again for repairs
The Boundary Lake Water Station has closed for a day on September 11th because of a water feed line break, after being open less than three months.
North Peace Leisure Pool replacement working group finalized with city council
The City of Fort St. John council has finalized the members of council who will round out the new working group for the North Peace Leisure Pool replacement - Sarah MacDougall and Trevor Bolin.
‘Horrified’: Local politicians react to death of Conservative pundit Charlie Kirk
Both Peace River-Prince George-Northern Rockies MP Bob Zimmer and Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy reacted to the death of Charlie Kirk on social media on September 10th.
RCMP arrest man in Taylor following day-long manhunt
A police manhunt lasting several hours ended with a man being arrested in Taylor, according to the Fort St. John RCMP detachment.
PRRD launches redesigned website, showcases local photography
The PRRD's redesigned website aims to improve user experience with a cleaner layout and mobile compatibility, it said.
Inspectors reinstate Fort St. John eateries ‘low’ food risk rating
Food safety inspectors have reinstated 'low' ratings for two Fort St. John eateries - Whole Wheat and Honey Cafe and Fort St. John Links Golf Course.
Special air quality statement issued by Environment Canada for South Peace
Environment Canada has issued a ‘special air quality statement’ because smoke is expected to linger in the skies across the South Peace going into September 12th to 14th, 2025.
Fort St. John RCMP honour women officers on National Police Woman Day
In celebration of National Police Woman Day on September 12th, the Fort St. John RCMP has acknowledged and thanked its female officers.
Chetwynd ER closed for 12 hours in second diversion of September 2025
The Chetwynd General Hospital closed for the second time in September 2025 from September 11th-12th amid controversial announcements from Northern Health around emergency room closures.
‘It’s business’: Fort St. John Huskies eager to start defending title in new season
The Fort St. John Huskies, the 2024-25 Strike Group North West Junior Hockey League (NWJHL) champions, are eager to begin defending their title against the North Peace Navigators on Friday, September 12th.
North Peace SAR saves hunter with ‘life-threatening injuries’
North Peace Search and Rescue (SAR) was able to assist a hunter with serious injuries on September 6th.
Northern Rockies to celebrate fallen firefighters with ‘Walk of Remembrance’
The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality (NRRM) is hosting a 'Walk of Remembrance' this weekend to memorialize four late local firefighters - Gary Giffin, Paul Tell, Don Wagner and Ryan Kerr.
BCCDC reports seven new measles cases
The BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) has reported seven new confirmed measles cases in the Northern Health area in its update on September 11th.
Hope Truck coal hauling fundraiser gets set for finale gala
The Hope Truck, an initiative that fundraises by hauling coal in a refurbished Caterpillar 793 truck, has raised $115,000 so far in 2025.
Fort St. John seeks new youth pool commissioner
Applications for Fort St. John's new youth pool commissioner on the North Peace Leisure Pool Commission are being accepted until September 12th.
LNG Canada phase two added to federal priority project list
The second phase of the LNG Canada facility in Kitimat is one of the first projects to be considered by the Major Projects Office.
2025 Summer Scrap Drive raises $22,000+ for hospital foundation
The second annual Summer Scrap Drive for the Fort St. John Hospital Foundation in 2025 didn’t raise as much money as the first, but organizers say they still noticed positive changes compared to the prior event.
Trackers hockey programs seek sponsors for upcoming season
The North East BC Trackers U-15 and U-18 programs are looking for sponsors for bus windows, banners and fuel sponsorship.
Plea hearing set for former Dawson Creek councillor facing breach of trust charge
A former Dawson Creek councillor charged with breach of trust, Shaely Wilbur, is set to enter her plea at a hearing on September 23rd.
Boundary Lake Water Station temporarily closes again for repairs
The Boundary Lake Water Station has closed for a day on September 11th because of a water feed line break, after being open less than three months.
North Peace Leisure Pool replacement working group finalized with city council
The City of Fort St. John council has finalized the members of council who will round out the new working group for the North Peace Leisure Pool replacement - Sarah MacDougall and Trevor Bolin.
‘Horrified’: Local politicians react to death of Conservative pundit Charlie Kirk
Both Peace River-Prince George-Northern Rockies MP Bob Zimmer and Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy reacted to the death of Charlie Kirk on social media on September 10th.
