Court Report: September 29th to October 3rd
Today's court report contains all the sentences handed down in the Peace region between September 29th and October 3rd.
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North Peace Leisure Pool reopens after annual maintenance shutdown
The North Peace Leisure Pool reopened to swimmers on October 6th, 2025 after being closed since September 7th as part of an annual shutdown.
PRRD approves 2027 work on Charlie Lake sewer as part of multi-million dollar upgrade project
The Peace River Regional District has approved more than $3.3 million in upgrades to the Charlie Lake sewer system, planned for 2027.
B.C.’s legislature resumes with four official parties and two independents
The provincial legislature resumes sitting today with four official parties, two independents, one of whom is Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy.
Buick Creek Water Station to close for maintenance
The Buick Creek Water Station will close on October 14th before being reopened on October 17th, the PRRD says.
MLA voices support for ‘responsible development’ amid Alberta pipeline push
Larry Neufeld, Peace River South MLA, said the Conservatives support “common-sense infrastructure initiatives" after Alberta Premier Danielle Smith committed $14 million to build an oil pipeline to the northern coast of B.C.
Dawson Creek firefighters quickly extinguish burning Alaska Avenue shed
Dawson Creek firefighters say quick action on their part led to a shed fire on Alaska Avenue on October 1st being knocked down quickly.
Indian Residential School Survivors Society event marks Fort St. John office opening
The Indian Residential School Survivors Society (IRSSS) had an open house on October 3rd to celebrate its new offices opening in Fort St. John, with allies, industry leaders and members having lunch and informing the public about the services offered.
Huskies eagerly anticipate weekend tussle versus La Crete
The Fort St. John Huskies will take on the La Crete Lumber Barons in a two-game weekend series starting on October 4th.
PRRD explores ‘seniors aging in place’ program expansion to all electoral areas
The Peace River Regional District is exploring the feasibility of expanding a 'seniors aging in place' program to the whole region after its success in Dawson Creek.
Search for wanted man believed to be armed, dangerous
Fort St. John officers are warning residents not to approach wanted man Chad Travis if they see him, and to instead call 911 immediately since he’s believed to be armed.
Repping Fort St. John: Contestants face first challenges in MasterChef Canada premiere
Fort St. John's Marianne Smeaton competes on MasterChef Canada season eight alongside Daniel Ebanks, who lived in the city from 2012 to 2016.
A growing success: Fort St. John, Dawson Creek results are in for longest zucchini contest
Fort St. John’s Peace Villa and Rotary Manor in Dawson Creek took part in a contest to grow the longest zucchini.
RCMP officers seek help identifying Fort St. John break-and-enter suspect
Fort St. John police were called shortly after 2 p.m. on September 22nd to a report of a man breaking into an apartment near the city’s Northern Lights College campus.
PRRD to host 15 open houses for new Regional Zoning Bylaw
The Peace River Regional District will be hosting 15 open houses in communities across the region in November to gather public feedback about the new Regional Zoning Bylaw.
Video This Week in the Peace – Let’s Get Rolling Art Exhibit
On this episode of This Week in the Peace, Dub Craig welcomes artist Linda Haugen to learn more about the Let's Get Rolling art exhibit
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TD Branch Closure
TD has announced the closure of their branch in Chetwynd on April 17, 2026. They can continue to serve you at the Dawson Creek branch.
Police renew search for missing man wanted on child porn charges, last seen in Fort St. John
Justin Radcliffe is reportedly wanted on nationwide warrants for possessing child pornography, sexual assault, voyeurism and more.
Dawson Creek’s BC Liquor store workers join BCGEU strike action
Dawson Creek's BC Liquor store is one of 166 BCGEU worksites which are fully or partially on strike with 79 picket lines up across the province.
Dawson Creek hospital ER to close for 10 hours
Northern Health has announced a emergency room closure on October 3rd, as staffing challenges plague the Dawson Creek and District Hospital.
North Peace Leisure Pool reopens after annual maintenance shutdown
The North Peace Leisure Pool reopened to swimmers on October 6th, 2025 after being closed since September 7th as part of an annual shutdown.
PRRD approves 2027 work on Charlie Lake sewer as part of multi-million dollar upgrade project
The Peace River Regional District has approved more than $3.3 million in upgrades to the Charlie Lake sewer system, planned for 2027.
B.C.’s legislature resumes with four official parties and two independents
The provincial legislature resumes sitting today with four official parties, two independents, one of whom is Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy.
Buick Creek Water Station to close for maintenance
The Buick Creek Water Station will close on October 14th before being reopened on October 17th, the PRRD says.
MLA voices support for ‘responsible development’ amid Alberta pipeline push
Larry Neufeld, Peace River South MLA, said the Conservatives support “common-sense infrastructure initiatives" after Alberta Premier Danielle Smith committed $14 million to build an oil pipeline to the northern coast of B.C.
Dawson Creek firefighters quickly extinguish burning Alaska Avenue shed
Dawson Creek firefighters say quick action on their part led to a shed fire on Alaska Avenue on October 1st being knocked down quickly.
Indian Residential School Survivors Society event marks Fort St. John office opening
The Indian Residential School Survivors Society (IRSSS) had an open house on October 3rd to celebrate its new offices opening in Fort St. John, with allies, industry leaders and members having lunch and informing the public about the services offered.
Huskies eagerly anticipate weekend tussle versus La Crete
The Fort St. John Huskies will take on the La Crete Lumber Barons in a two-game weekend series starting on October 4th.
PRRD explores ‘seniors aging in place’ program expansion to all electoral areas
The Peace River Regional District is exploring the feasibility of expanding a 'seniors aging in place' program to the whole region after its success in Dawson Creek.
Search for wanted man believed to be armed, dangerous
Fort St. John officers are warning residents not to approach wanted man Chad Travis if they see him, and to instead call 911 immediately since he’s believed to be armed.
Repping Fort St. John: Contestants face first challenges in MasterChef Canada premiere
Fort St. John's Marianne Smeaton competes on MasterChef Canada season eight alongside Daniel Ebanks, who lived in the city from 2012 to 2016.
A growing success: Fort St. John, Dawson Creek results are in for longest zucchini contest
Fort St. John’s Peace Villa and Rotary Manor in Dawson Creek took part in a contest to grow the longest zucchini.
RCMP officers seek help identifying Fort St. John break-and-enter suspect
Fort St. John police were called shortly after 2 p.m. on September 22nd to a report of a man breaking into an apartment near the city’s Northern Lights College campus.
PRRD to host 15 open houses for new Regional Zoning Bylaw
The Peace River Regional District will be hosting 15 open houses in communities across the region in November to gather public feedback about the new Regional Zoning Bylaw.
Video This Week in the Peace – Let’s Get Rolling Art Exhibit
On this episode of This Week in the Peace, Dub Craig welcomes artist Linda Haugen to learn more about the Let's Get Rolling art exhibit
Sponsored Sponsored content TD Branch Closure
TD has announced the closure of their branch in Chetwynd on April 17, 2026. They can continue to serve you at the Dawson Creek branch.
Police renew search for missing man wanted on child porn charges, last seen in Fort St. John
Justin Radcliffe is reportedly wanted on nationwide warrants for possessing child pornography, sexual assault, voyeurism and more.
Dawson Creek’s BC Liquor store workers join BCGEU strike action
Dawson Creek's BC Liquor store is one of 166 BCGEU worksites which are fully or partially on strike with 79 picket lines up across the province.
Dawson Creek hospital ER to close for 10 hours
Northern Health has announced a emergency room closure on October 3rd, as staffing challenges plague the Dawson Creek and District Hospital.
