First Nation signs deal with energy company over natural gas assets in Montney region
The deal between Halfway River First Nation and Calgary-based Arc Resources will see the latter expand its natural gas development in the Montney region.
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B.C. measles cases rise as Alberta reports first outbreak-related death
An infant born prematurely in Alberta after its mother contracted measles has passed away shortly after birth, as B.C. grapples with a steady rise in cases of the virus.
Four seats on Fort St. John Chamber of Commerce board up for election
Four positions are up for election on the Fort St. John and District Chamber of Commerce board of directors, with nomination forms sent out on November 3rd and voting packages distributed on November 21st.
‘Remarkable speed’: Hospital foundation buys new lab equipment with radiothon funds
The Fort St. John Hospital Foundation has purchased and integrated a MALDI Biotyper machine into the Fort St. John Hospital laboratory.
(UPDATE) Wildfire west of Fort St. John now ‘under control’
The wildfire located east of 283 Road currently measures 0.5 hectares and is believed to have been caused by human activity.
Calendar fundraiser to support guide dog training and Bert Bowes students
Puppy calendars in aid of Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides and Bert Bowes Middle School can be purchased at an in-person event at Canadian Tire on October 3rd and 4th, or online until November 30th.
Fort St. John soccer club low on registrants for women’s recreational league
The Fort St. John Women's Soccer Association's indoor league will kick off in mid-October and run until February 2026 - but is looking for more sign-ups.
Site C employment declines in month hydroelectric dam goes fully operational
BC Hydro has published the August 2025 employment statistics for the Site C hydroelectric dam on the Peace River, showing a slight workforce decline compared to July.
Minor injuries suffered after pick-up rear-ends semi-trailer in Taylor
RCMP units were called to the north end of the Taylor Hill at around 4 p.m. on October 1st after a pickup truck rear-ended a semi-trailer truck.
Video Council Corner: Union of BC Municipalities 2025 Convention
In this episode, we're joined by Mayor Lilia Hansen to learn more about the Union of BC Municipalities and get a recap of the 2025 convention
‘Record-breaking’ Fuel Good Day raises nearly $8,000 for local groups
Co-op's Fuel Good Day 2025 raised a total of $7,991.19 for the SD60 Band, North Paw Animal Rescue and Energetic Edge Cheer Association.
Overeaters Anonymous group launches in Fort St. John
Overeaters Anonymous meetings will be held every Wednesday at 5 p.m. in the spiritual room at the Fort St. John hospital.
Court Report: September 22nd to 25th
Today's court report contains all the sentences handed down in the Peace region between September 22nd and 25th.
Fort Nelson fall handgames tournament slated to begin
Fort Nelson First Nation's fall handgames tournament will be a three-day competition beginning on Friday, October 3rd, with up to $10,000 in prize money up for grabs.
MidOcean Energy to purchase stake in Petronas’ North Montney assets
Once the deal closes, MidOcean will be able to secure roughly 0.7 million tonnes of LNG per annum from Petronas’ supply chain.
Senior Flyers general manager upbeat about training camp, season start
Fort St. John Senior Flyers will hit the ice for the first training camp session tonight (October 1st) at the North Peace Arena.
Alberta commits $14m for new oil pipeline to B.C. coast
Premier Danielle Smith says Alberta is committing $14 million to a West Coast oil pipeline do-over that hinges on First Nations getting on board early and Ottawa reversing a tanker ban.
Fort St. John mill celebrates 250,000 injury-free hours with family event
LP Peace Valley celebrated the milestone with a 'Family Day at the Mill' event on September 10th.
Northern Health closes six ERs for 81 hours combined in one month
Northern Health has passed the 600 hour mark on emergency room closures in the Peace River region and the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality as of September 2025.
Latest American tariffs on B.C. lumber are ‘absurd,’ says Premier David Eby
Premier David Eby says the softwood lumber industry is "under direct attack" after U.S. President Donald Trump imposed an additional tariff of 10 per cent on imported softwood lumber.
B.C. measles cases rise as Alberta reports first outbreak-related death
An infant born prematurely in Alberta after its mother contracted measles has passed away shortly after birth, as B.C. grapples with a steady rise in cases of the virus.
Four seats on Fort St. John Chamber of Commerce board up for election
Four positions are up for election on the Fort St. John and District Chamber of Commerce board of directors, with nomination forms sent out on November 3rd and voting packages distributed on November 21st.
‘Remarkable speed’: Hospital foundation buys new lab equipment with radiothon funds
The Fort St. John Hospital Foundation has purchased and integrated a MALDI Biotyper machine into the Fort St. John Hospital laboratory.
(UPDATE) Wildfire west of Fort St. John now ‘under control’
The wildfire located east of 283 Road currently measures 0.5 hectares and is believed to have been caused by human activity.
Calendar fundraiser to support guide dog training and Bert Bowes students
Puppy calendars in aid of Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides and Bert Bowes Middle School can be purchased at an in-person event at Canadian Tire on October 3rd and 4th, or online until November 30th.
Fort St. John soccer club low on registrants for women’s recreational league
The Fort St. John Women's Soccer Association's indoor league will kick off in mid-October and run until February 2026 - but is looking for more sign-ups.
Site C employment declines in month hydroelectric dam goes fully operational
BC Hydro has published the August 2025 employment statistics for the Site C hydroelectric dam on the Peace River, showing a slight workforce decline compared to July.
Minor injuries suffered after pick-up rear-ends semi-trailer in Taylor
RCMP units were called to the north end of the Taylor Hill at around 4 p.m. on October 1st after a pickup truck rear-ended a semi-trailer truck.
Video Council Corner: Union of BC Municipalities 2025 Convention
In this episode, we're joined by Mayor Lilia Hansen to learn more about the Union of BC Municipalities and get a recap of the 2025 convention
‘Record-breaking’ Fuel Good Day raises nearly $8,000 for local groups
Co-op's Fuel Good Day 2025 raised a total of $7,991.19 for the SD60 Band, North Paw Animal Rescue and Energetic Edge Cheer Association.
Overeaters Anonymous group launches in Fort St. John
Overeaters Anonymous meetings will be held every Wednesday at 5 p.m. in the spiritual room at the Fort St. John hospital.
Court Report: September 22nd to 25th
Today's court report contains all the sentences handed down in the Peace region between September 22nd and 25th.
Fort Nelson fall handgames tournament slated to begin
Fort Nelson First Nation's fall handgames tournament will be a three-day competition beginning on Friday, October 3rd, with up to $10,000 in prize money up for grabs.
MidOcean Energy to purchase stake in Petronas’ North Montney assets
Once the deal closes, MidOcean will be able to secure roughly 0.7 million tonnes of LNG per annum from Petronas’ supply chain.
Senior Flyers general manager upbeat about training camp, season start
Fort St. John Senior Flyers will hit the ice for the first training camp session tonight (October 1st) at the North Peace Arena.
Alberta commits $14m for new oil pipeline to B.C. coast
Premier Danielle Smith says Alberta is committing $14 million to a West Coast oil pipeline do-over that hinges on First Nations getting on board early and Ottawa reversing a tanker ban.
Fort St. John mill celebrates 250,000 injury-free hours with family event
LP Peace Valley celebrated the milestone with a 'Family Day at the Mill' event on September 10th.
Northern Health closes six ERs for 81 hours combined in one month
Northern Health has passed the 600 hour mark on emergency room closures in the Peace River region and the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality as of September 2025.
Latest American tariffs on B.C. lumber are ‘absurd,’ says Premier David Eby
Premier David Eby says the softwood lumber industry is "under direct attack" after U.S. President Donald Trump imposed an additional tariff of 10 per cent on imported softwood lumber.
