Blizzard Bicycle Club members impress at Dawson Creek Triathlon
Jay and Valerie Weber, both mainstays of the Fort St. John Blizzard Bicycle Club, took part in the Dawson Creek Triathlon on July 13th.
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Site C’s fifth generating unit now operational
The fifth generating unit at the Site C hydroelectric dam is officially up and running.
‘I can’t believe it’: Dawson Creek woman shares 108-pound weight loss story
Dawson Creek resident Doris May is sharing her weight loss journey after losing 108 pounds in 55 weeks.
Boundary Lake Water Station moves closer to reopening, says PRRD
A new milestone has been reached in the reopening of the Boundary Lake Water Station, according to the Peace River Regional District (PRRD).
Dawson Creek seeks environmental assessment exemption as it pursues new water pipeline
The City of Dawson Creek is pursuing an environmental exemption in its quest for an alternative water supply.
Peace region residents urged to support ban on exotic cat ownership
The BC SPCA is urging Peace region residents to support a ban on exotic cat ownership after a July 8th announcement from the Government of BC.
Court Report: July 7th to 11th
Today's court report contains all the sentences handed down in the Peace region between July 7th and 11th.
Traffic circle in Dawson Creek to close during repairs
The Dawson Creek traffic circle connecting Alaska Avenue, Highway 49 and 8th Street will be closed on July 16th.
Dawson Creek playground equipment to be dismantled due to ‘risks to users’
The City of Dawson Creek is removing playground structures in seven parks for no longer meeting Canadian Safety Association requirements.
Dawson Creek hospital ER closes for 14 hours amid ‘staffing challenges’
Dawson Creek and District Hospital will experience a diversion of its emergency department on July 14th due to staffing challenges.
Dawson Creek umpire among class of 2025 Softball BC Hall of Fame
Dawson Creek umpire Kelly Hunter will be honoured in Softball BC's Hall of Fame, and her induction ceremony is due to take place on July 11th in Surrey.
ER closure cancelled at Dawson Creek hospital
Northern Health has cancelled an emergency room closure for the Dawson Creek and District Hospital for the first time this year.
Dawson Creek hospital emergency department to close for 10 hours due to ‘staffing challenges’
Dawson Creek and District Hospital will be closed from 5 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 11th due to staffing challenges, says Northern Health.
Homebuilders could save hundreds of dollars with policy change, BC Hydro reports
BC Hydro has enacted distribution extension policy changes on July 5th aimed at reducing costs and streamlining the electricity system.
Yukon-based poet announces ‘Alaska Highway Poetry Crawl’ tour
Yukon-based Peter Jickling says his Alaska Highway Poetry Crawl is designed to build connections and foster a collective writing community.
Trial for trio charged after Dawson Creek shooting reports to begin next week
Three people charged after an alleged shooting in Dawson Creek in January 2025 are scheduled to be in court for their trial on July 14th.
$25,000 in community funding distributed by credit union
Lake View Credit Union, a South Peace-based financial services company, has shared thousands of dollars in funding with an array of community organizations in the region.
Fort St. John Senior Flyers hold year-end awards banquet
Fort St. John Senior Flyers team year-end awards for the 2024-25 season were held on July 5th at the Fort St. John Links Golf Course.
Doig River First Nation unveils high-speed connectivity in community
Members of the Doig River First Nation community will soon have access to high-speed internet connectivity.
Court Report: June 9th to 27th
Below are the latest sentences handed down from the Fort St. John, Dawson Creek and Fort Nelson Provincial Courts from June 9th to 27th.
Site C’s fifth generating unit now operational
The fifth generating unit at the Site C hydroelectric dam is officially up and running.
‘I can’t believe it’: Dawson Creek woman shares 108-pound weight loss story
Dawson Creek resident Doris May is sharing her weight loss journey after losing 108 pounds in 55 weeks.
Boundary Lake Water Station moves closer to reopening, says PRRD
A new milestone has been reached in the reopening of the Boundary Lake Water Station, according to the Peace River Regional District (PRRD).
Dawson Creek seeks environmental assessment exemption as it pursues new water pipeline
The City of Dawson Creek is pursuing an environmental exemption in its quest for an alternative water supply.
Peace region residents urged to support ban on exotic cat ownership
The BC SPCA is urging Peace region residents to support a ban on exotic cat ownership after a July 8th announcement from the Government of BC.
Court Report: July 7th to 11th
Today's court report contains all the sentences handed down in the Peace region between July 7th and 11th.
Traffic circle in Dawson Creek to close during repairs
The Dawson Creek traffic circle connecting Alaska Avenue, Highway 49 and 8th Street will be closed on July 16th.
Dawson Creek playground equipment to be dismantled due to ‘risks to users’
The City of Dawson Creek is removing playground structures in seven parks for no longer meeting Canadian Safety Association requirements.
Dawson Creek hospital ER closes for 14 hours amid ‘staffing challenges’
Dawson Creek and District Hospital will experience a diversion of its emergency department on July 14th due to staffing challenges.
Dawson Creek umpire among class of 2025 Softball BC Hall of Fame
Dawson Creek umpire Kelly Hunter will be honoured in Softball BC's Hall of Fame, and her induction ceremony is due to take place on July 11th in Surrey.
ER closure cancelled at Dawson Creek hospital
Northern Health has cancelled an emergency room closure for the Dawson Creek and District Hospital for the first time this year.
Dawson Creek hospital emergency department to close for 10 hours due to ‘staffing challenges’
Dawson Creek and District Hospital will be closed from 5 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 11th due to staffing challenges, says Northern Health.
Homebuilders could save hundreds of dollars with policy change, BC Hydro reports
BC Hydro has enacted distribution extension policy changes on July 5th aimed at reducing costs and streamlining the electricity system.
Yukon-based poet announces ‘Alaska Highway Poetry Crawl’ tour
Yukon-based Peter Jickling says his Alaska Highway Poetry Crawl is designed to build connections and foster a collective writing community.
Trial for trio charged after Dawson Creek shooting reports to begin next week
Three people charged after an alleged shooting in Dawson Creek in January 2025 are scheduled to be in court for their trial on July 14th.
$25,000 in community funding distributed by credit union
Lake View Credit Union, a South Peace-based financial services company, has shared thousands of dollars in funding with an array of community organizations in the region.
Fort St. John Senior Flyers hold year-end awards banquet
Fort St. John Senior Flyers team year-end awards for the 2024-25 season were held on July 5th at the Fort St. John Links Golf Course.
Doig River First Nation unveils high-speed connectivity in community
Members of the Doig River First Nation community will soon have access to high-speed internet connectivity.
Court Report: June 9th to 27th
Below are the latest sentences handed down from the Fort St. John, Dawson Creek and Fort Nelson Provincial Courts from June 9th to 27th.
