Tumbler Ridge loses out on Kraft Hockeyville
The District of Tumbler Ridge lost out to the town of Taber, Alberta, who will get $250,000 toward arena upgrades and an NHL preseason game.
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Fort St. John and Hudson’s Hope to observe Day of Mourning
Fort St. John and Hudson's Hope will both observe the Day of Mourning to honour fallen B.C. workers on April 28th.
Award-winning Indigenous activist to be keynote speaker at Spark conference
Ashley Callingbull is an actress, model and First Nations activist who will make a keynote appearance at the Spark Women’s Leadership Conference in Fort St. John in 2026.
Tumbler Ridge makes friendly wager with fellow Kraft Hockeyville finalist ahead of winner announcement
The town of Taber, Alberta and Tumbler Ridge made a friendly hockey jersey bet on the outcome of Kraft Hockeyville.
Peace River North MLA to meet with minister about Taylor Bridge
Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy said he is in the process of scheduling a follow-up meeting with Mike Farnworth, B.C. minister of transportation and transit, to discuss the Taylor Bridge.
Peace River North MLA endorses B.C. Conservative leadership candidate
Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy has announced his support for Conservative Party of British Columbia leader candidate Kerry-Lynne Findlay.
Dawson Creek Canucks warns fans of Coy Cup scammers
The Dawson Creek Canucks have warned fans about scammers charging people to stream Coy Cup 2026 games.
Load restrictions now in force across Peace region
Peace region drivers will have to adjust their loads accordingly due to a new set of restrictions imposed by the Ministry of Transportation and Transit.
Pickup and snowmobile stolen from Charlie Lake
A pickup and snowmobile were stolen in Charlie Lake on March 27th, prompting a search for the items on social media and a police investigation.
Dawson Creek officers appeal for missing teenager, 15
Ariel McDonald was reported missing on Thursday, April 2nd. She has not been seen since March 31st.
Fort St. John birthing centre closes for 24 hours due to ‘staffing shortage’
The birthing centre in Fort St. John will be closed until 8 a.m. on April 3rd due to "staffing shortages."
Tickets sold out for Fort St. John’s 2026 Firefighters Charity Ball
Tickets for the 2026 Firefighters Charity ball are now sold out, according to the Fort St. John Firefighters Charitable Society.
(UPDATE) Hudson’s Hope Health Centre closure extended to next week
The Hudson's Hope Health Centre has been closed for five full working days since March 27th, and is now set to reopen on April 7th.
Natural gas supply, water security, mining and more to be on table at energy conference
Energy professionals will be gathering in Fort St. John in April for the Creating Energy Conference at the Pomeroy Hotel and Conference Centre.
Fort St. John Métis Society looks to gather delegation for national event
The Back to Batoche Métis gathering takes place from July 16th to 19th in 2026, and the Fort St. John Métis Society is looking to send about 20 members.
Northern Health warns of two new measles exposures in Fort St. John
Northern Health is warning residents in Fort St. John of two potential measles exposures on March 17th.
Applications open for Tumbler Ridge Scholarship Program
The District of Tumbler is asking for applications for its 2026 scholarship program. The deadline to apply is May 15th.
Peace Fibre Fest to return in 2026 for yarn enthusiasts
The Peace Fibre Fest began in 2019 when its founders wanted to being a yarn arts extravaganza to the Peace region.
Tumbler Ridge RCMP dispel rumours around 20 seized firearms
Tumbler Ridge RCMP officers have destroyed 20 seized firearms as part of a routine operation. They are not related to the mass shooting in February.
Registration opens for Fort St. John’s 2026 Mental Health Conference
The City of Fort St. John will host its 2026 Mental Health Conference at the Pomeroy Hotel and Conference Centre on May 21st from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Fort St. John and Hudson’s Hope to observe Day of Mourning
Fort St. John and Hudson's Hope will both observe the Day of Mourning to honour fallen B.C. workers on April 28th.
Award-winning Indigenous activist to be keynote speaker at Spark conference
Ashley Callingbull is an actress, model and First Nations activist who will make a keynote appearance at the Spark Women’s Leadership Conference in Fort St. John in 2026.
Tumbler Ridge makes friendly wager with fellow Kraft Hockeyville finalist ahead of winner announcement
The town of Taber, Alberta and Tumbler Ridge made a friendly hockey jersey bet on the outcome of Kraft Hockeyville.
Peace River North MLA to meet with minister about Taylor Bridge
Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy said he is in the process of scheduling a follow-up meeting with Mike Farnworth, B.C. minister of transportation and transit, to discuss the Taylor Bridge.
Peace River North MLA endorses B.C. Conservative leadership candidate
Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy has announced his support for Conservative Party of British Columbia leader candidate Kerry-Lynne Findlay.
Dawson Creek Canucks warns fans of Coy Cup scammers
The Dawson Creek Canucks have warned fans about scammers charging people to stream Coy Cup 2026 games.
Load restrictions now in force across Peace region
Peace region drivers will have to adjust their loads accordingly due to a new set of restrictions imposed by the Ministry of Transportation and Transit.
Pickup and snowmobile stolen from Charlie Lake
A pickup and snowmobile were stolen in Charlie Lake on March 27th, prompting a search for the items on social media and a police investigation.
Dawson Creek officers appeal for missing teenager, 15
Ariel McDonald was reported missing on Thursday, April 2nd. She has not been seen since March 31st.
Fort St. John birthing centre closes for 24 hours due to ‘staffing shortage’
The birthing centre in Fort St. John will be closed until 8 a.m. on April 3rd due to "staffing shortages."
Tickets sold out for Fort St. John’s 2026 Firefighters Charity Ball
Tickets for the 2026 Firefighters Charity ball are now sold out, according to the Fort St. John Firefighters Charitable Society.
(UPDATE) Hudson’s Hope Health Centre closure extended to next week
The Hudson's Hope Health Centre has been closed for five full working days since March 27th, and is now set to reopen on April 7th.
Natural gas supply, water security, mining and more to be on table at energy conference
Energy professionals will be gathering in Fort St. John in April for the Creating Energy Conference at the Pomeroy Hotel and Conference Centre.
Fort St. John Métis Society looks to gather delegation for national event
The Back to Batoche Métis gathering takes place from July 16th to 19th in 2026, and the Fort St. John Métis Society is looking to send about 20 members.
Northern Health warns of two new measles exposures in Fort St. John
Northern Health is warning residents in Fort St. John of two potential measles exposures on March 17th.
Applications open for Tumbler Ridge Scholarship Program
The District of Tumbler is asking for applications for its 2026 scholarship program. The deadline to apply is May 15th.
Peace Fibre Fest to return in 2026 for yarn enthusiasts
The Peace Fibre Fest began in 2019 when its founders wanted to being a yarn arts extravaganza to the Peace region.
Tumbler Ridge RCMP dispel rumours around 20 seized firearms
Tumbler Ridge RCMP officers have destroyed 20 seized firearms as part of a routine operation. They are not related to the mass shooting in February.
Registration opens for Fort St. John’s 2026 Mental Health Conference
The City of Fort St. John will host its 2026 Mental Health Conference at the Pomeroy Hotel and Conference Centre on May 21st from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
