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Young person charged with second-degree murder in Chetwynd

A young individual has been charged with second-degree murder after a woman was found dead in Chetwynd, according to the BC Prosecution Service (BCPS).

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Crime Unit deployed after Chetwynd woman found dead

The North District Major Crime Unit (ND MCU) was deployed to Chetwynd on Monday after a woman was found deceased.

In late January, Canfor announced the permanent closure of its sawmill and pellet plant located in Chetwynd, causing widespread shock and concern throughout the community. 
Chetwynd Chamber of Commerce confident in community’s resilience

The Chetwynd Chamber of Commerce recently met with the Canfor transition team to lay out what the next steps are after the announcement of the mill closure.

Fort St. John Hospital front entrance in daylight.
Northeast B.C foundations commit over $500K to Northern Health

Foundations and auxiliaries in the northeast committed over $500,000 to Northern Health in the 2021- 22 fiscal year.

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Peace region communities receiving active transportation funding

Fort St. John, Taylor and Chetwynd are receiving funding for active transportation.

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Snow squall warning issued for the South Peace

Environment Canada has issued a snow squall warning for the South Peace. The warning was issued due to heavy snow and strong winds.

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Freezing rain reported in the B.C. and Alberta Peace

Environment Canada has issued freezing rain warnings for the North and South Peace of B.C. and the Alberta Peace.

In late January, Canfor announced the permanent closure of its sawmill and pellet plant located in Chetwynd, causing widespread shock and concern throughout the community. 
Canfor shutdown likely to impact entire Chetwynd community

In late January, Canfor announced the permanent closure of its sawmill and pellet plant located in Chetwynd.

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Winter Storm warning issued for Pine Pass

A winter storm warning has been issued for the Pine Pass. The storm could bring up to 50 cm of snow by Saturday.

Fort St. John Hospital front entrance in daylight.
What has Northern Health been doing to recruit, retain healthcare professionals?

Northern Health continues to tackle recruitment and retention issues in the northeast by introducing new initiatives to add to their existing programs.

Saulteau First Nation chief Justin Napoleon (CGl) and Halfway River First Nation member Jeffery Metecheah
Local First Nation members believe in healing through forgiveness

Some Local First Nations members have expressed their belief that forgiveness and healing are essential steps toward reconciliation and acknowledgement of Canada's traumatic history.

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Chetwynd Hospital and Health Centre temporary hour change

The Chetwynd Hospital and Health Centre may have temporarily adjusted hours in the emergency department in the coming days.

South Peace MLA Mike Bernier. A professionally dressed
Local MLA concerned about communities after Canfor restructuring
A photo of the Chetwynd Sawmill and Pellet Plant. The pellet plant was opened in 2016.
Mayor of Chetwynd “disappointed” about sawmill shut down
A photo of the Chetwynd Sawmill and Pellet Plant. The pellet plant was opened in 2016.
Canfor permanently closing Chetwynd Sawmill and Pellet Plant
A screen shot of the Avalanche Canada map on January 24th
Chetwynd included in “considerable” avalanche risk area
A highway lined with pine trees in the winter.
Highway 97 to close Tuesday for avalanche control
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Freezing Rain and Snowfall warnings issued
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One dead after vehicle crash near Chetwynd
Map of Coastal GasLink Pipeline from Dawson Creek to Kitimat
Coastal GasLink over 80% completed at end of 2022
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