 Risk of “zombie deer disease” low in northeast B.C.
Chronic wasting disease, sometimes known as “zombie deer disease,” has appeared in deer in the B.C. Kootenay Region, but the risk in the northeast is relatively low.
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Court Report: February 20th to 23rd
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek Provincial Courts from February 20th to 23rd.
Prince George, Fort St. John, Dawson Creek issuing support letters for troop licence program
Councils in Dawson Creek and Fort St. John recommended issuing letters of support for the program during their February 26th regular meetings.
Skills Canada Regional competition showcases local talent
Northern Lights College’s Dawson Creek campus recently hosted the Skills Canada Regional Event, showcasing the talents of local students in trades.
Emergency Warming Centre activated in Dawson Creek
The City of Dawson Creek activated its Emergency Warming Shelter on Monday due to the cold temperatures hitting the area.
Rare two-headed calf delivered by Dawson Creek veterinarian
A veterinarian in Dawson Creek delivered a two-headed calf via C-section last week.
Hudson’s Hope, Tumbler Ridge express concern over relocation of wildfire crews
The Districts of Hudson’s Hope and Tumbler Ridge have expressed concerns over the relocation of Initial Attack Crews from Chetwynd to Dawson Creek.
Court Report: February 12th to 16th
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek Provincial Courts from February 12th to 16th.
General manager of Community Futures Peace Liard retires after 23 years
After 23 years of service, Sue Kenny is retiring from her role as general manager of Community Futures Peace Liard.
Dawson Creek home invasion suspect receives release order in Alberta
Adam Dahr, a suspect in a Dawson Creek home invasion case, was recently issued a release order by the Alberta Courts in Grande Prairie.
Repeat offender deemed unfit to stand trial on new charges
Nathan Whynot was deemed unfit to stand trial by a provincial court judge on February 6th for several charges.
Pedestrian struck in Dawson Creek suffers non-life-threatening injuries
A pedestrian suffered non-life-threatening injuries after being hit by a pickup truck on Wednesday afternoon.
Dawson Creek residents share laughs over “Mouse in Area” sign
Dawson Creek residents shared a laugh earlier in the week due to a “Caution: Mouse in Area” sign posted near the walking trail by the library.
Court Report: February 5th to 9th
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek Provincial Courts from February 5th to 9th.
Charities, non-profits can now apply for North Peace Savings Community Legacy Fund
Applications are now open for the inaugural North Peace Savings Community Legacy Fund for charities and non-profits in the Peace and NRRM.
Senior Flyers offer free game admission to kids wearing minor hockey jerseys
Peace region kids can enter the Fort St. John Senior Flyers' upcoming playoff game for free if they don a minor hockey jersey.
BC High School Rodeo Association North holds fundraising gala
The BC High School Rodeo Association North is holding a fundraiser gala later in February to raise money for their rodeos this year.
New  field operations technician program to begin at NLC in fall 2024
Acting dean of trades and apprenticeships program is “evolution” in an ever-changing energy industry.
Referrals for colposcopy in northeast B.C. directed to Fort St. John Hospital
Colposcopy services in northeast B.C. are now being offered in Fort St. John, according to Northern Health.
UPDATE: Vehicle owner charged with multiple violations in Dawson Creek hit-and-run
A hit-and-run in Dawson Creek on Sunday resulted in the vehicle's owner getting charged with multiple violations under the Motor Vehicle Act.
Court Report: February 20th to 23rd
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek Provincial Courts from February 20th to 23rd.
Prince George, Fort St. John, Dawson Creek issuing support letters for troop licence program
Councils in Dawson Creek and Fort St. John recommended issuing letters of support for the program during their February 26th regular meetings.
Skills Canada Regional competition showcases local talent
Northern Lights College’s Dawson Creek campus recently hosted the Skills Canada Regional Event, showcasing the talents of local students in trades.
Emergency Warming Centre activated in Dawson Creek
The City of Dawson Creek activated its Emergency Warming Shelter on Monday due to the cold temperatures hitting the area.
Rare two-headed calf delivered by Dawson Creek veterinarian
A veterinarian in Dawson Creek delivered a two-headed calf via C-section last week.
Hudson’s Hope, Tumbler Ridge express concern over relocation of wildfire crews
The Districts of Hudson’s Hope and Tumbler Ridge have expressed concerns over the relocation of Initial Attack Crews from Chetwynd to Dawson Creek.
Court Report: February 12th to 16th
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek Provincial Courts from February 12th to 16th.
General manager of Community Futures Peace Liard retires after 23 years
After 23 years of service, Sue Kenny is retiring from her role as general manager of Community Futures Peace Liard.
Dawson Creek home invasion suspect receives release order in Alberta
Adam Dahr, a suspect in a Dawson Creek home invasion case, was recently issued a release order by the Alberta Courts in Grande Prairie.
Repeat offender deemed unfit to stand trial on new charges
Nathan Whynot was deemed unfit to stand trial by a provincial court judge on February 6th for several charges.
Pedestrian struck in Dawson Creek suffers non-life-threatening injuries
A pedestrian suffered non-life-threatening injuries after being hit by a pickup truck on Wednesday afternoon.
Dawson Creek residents share laughs over “Mouse in Area” sign
Dawson Creek residents shared a laugh earlier in the week due to a “Caution: Mouse in Area” sign posted near the walking trail by the library.
Court Report: February 5th to 9th
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek Provincial Courts from February 5th to 9th.
Charities, non-profits can now apply for North Peace Savings Community Legacy Fund
Applications are now open for the inaugural North Peace Savings Community Legacy Fund for charities and non-profits in the Peace and NRRM.
Senior Flyers offer free game admission to kids wearing minor hockey jerseys
Peace region kids can enter the Fort St. John Senior Flyers' upcoming playoff game for free if they don a minor hockey jersey.
BC High School Rodeo Association North holds fundraising gala
The BC High School Rodeo Association North is holding a fundraiser gala later in February to raise money for their rodeos this year.
New  field operations technician program to begin at NLC in fall 2024
Acting dean of trades and apprenticeships program is “evolution” in an ever-changing energy industry.
Referrals for colposcopy in northeast B.C. directed to Fort St. John Hospital
Colposcopy services in northeast B.C. are now being offered in Fort St. John, according to Northern Health.
UPDATE: Vehicle owner charged with multiple violations in Dawson Creek hit-and-run
A hit-and-run in Dawson Creek on Sunday resulted in the vehicle's owner getting charged with multiple violations under the Motor Vehicle Act.
