New proposals could see limited return of caribou hunting to northern B.C.
A consultation on B.C. government proposals to see the caribou hunt return to the Peace region on a limited basis is open until mid-February 2026.
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Northern Health patients recieve most organ transplants in 2025 in nearly a decade
Northern Health benefitted from a record-setting number of transplants in B.C. in 2025, with 42 of the year's organ recipients being from the region.
Number of black bear deaths shrinks around B.C. in 2025, but slightly increases in north
The number of black bear deaths involving the B.C. Conservation Service was released on January 22nd.
Northern Rockies CAO to retire after 17 years with municipality
Scott Barry, who has held a variety of roles before his current post of chief administrative officer, is planning to retire from the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality in October 2026.
Man arrested after shots reportedly fired at Fort Nelson home
A reported incident involving shots being fired at a residence in Fort Nelson First Nation on January 18th has led to a man's arrest.
Standing ovation for grappler who used NCI 17 victory speech to talk mental health after father’s passing
NCI 17 showcased the latest and best of the north's up-and-coming Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) practitioners before a sell-out crowd at the Royal Canadian Legion in Fort St. John on January 24th.
‘Nobody’s coming to save us’: Fort Nelson tackles healthcare concerns with select committee
The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality's regional council has formed a select committee on healthcare as concerns continue about primary care.
Northern Health launches new webpage tracking emergency department status
The webpage provides information on whether Northern Health emergency departments are open or temporarily closed.
First Nation to host ‘day of connection, inspiration, community’ at women’s wellness event
Prophet River First Nation's Women's Winter Wellness event on January 23rd will feature workshops and speakers dedicated to self-care, self-regulation, creativity and connection.
Regulator confirms underage patron ‘enforcement activities’ on liquor licensees in Fort St. John
The Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) confirmed to Energeticcity.ca that enforcement activities related to underage patrons have been taken in the Fort St. John region.
Driver killed in fiery semi-truck crash on Highway 97
Witnesses reportedly told the RCMP they saw a "fireball" and heard explosions when a propane tanker truck caught fire on Highway 97 north of Fort Nelson on January 20th. The driver died in the incident, according to the RCMP.
Shots fired at Fort Nelson home before police search finds guns, casings and clothes
Northern Rockies RCMP officers are investigating reports that shots were fired at a Fort Nelson home in the early hours of Sunday, January 18th.
Propane tanker truck fire blocks Highway 97 north of Fort Nelson
A section of Highway 97 between Tofte Mainline and Recreation Road, 82km north of Fort Nelson, is closed in both directions on January 20th due to a propane tanker truck fire.
(UPDATE) ‘Tremendous loss’: Fire engulfs ‘multi-use building’ on Blueberry River First Nations Reserve
The fire broke out in the early hours of Saturday morning, January 17th at Blueberry River First Nations (BRFN).
More than 600 properties sold in Fort St. John in 2025
Properties worth $278.9 million were sold in Fort St. John in 2025 by BC Northern Real Estate Board (BCNREB) members, compared to $242.4 million in 2024.
(UPDATE) Energy regulator to change application forms for permits related to Blueberry River territory
Project proposals regarding work being done in northeast B.C. will all be completed using the new system by April 2026, says the BC Energy Regulator.
Regional volleyball teams compete at tournament to ‘break ice, work together’
Fort St. John’s Northern BC Volleyball Club hosted the IceBreaker tournament 2026 on January 10th and 11th.
Weather warning of 90km/h winds issued for Fort Nelson, B.C. Peace River
The Peace River region in B.C. and areas of Fort Nelson are forecasted to receive winds gusts of 90km/h on January 14th, prompting Environment Canada to issue a weather warning.
Nearly 200 forest fires fought in northeast B.C. during wildfire season 2025
Wildfire season 2025 saw 199 blazes in northeast B.C., while the province saw 1,350 in total.
Number of impaired northern B.C. drivers stopped by police in December bucks trend
Results from BC Highway Patrol’s annual winter impaired driving campaign in December 2025 shows an increase in the number of motorists stopped in the north.
Northern Health patients recieve most organ transplants in 2025 in nearly a decade
Northern Health benefitted from a record-setting number of transplants in B.C. in 2025, with 42 of the year's organ recipients being from the region.
Number of black bear deaths shrinks around B.C. in 2025, but slightly increases in north
The number of black bear deaths involving the B.C. Conservation Service was released on January 22nd.
Northern Rockies CAO to retire after 17 years with municipality
Scott Barry, who has held a variety of roles before his current post of chief administrative officer, is planning to retire from the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality in October 2026.
Man arrested after shots reportedly fired at Fort Nelson home
A reported incident involving shots being fired at a residence in Fort Nelson First Nation on January 18th has led to a man's arrest.
Standing ovation for grappler who used NCI 17 victory speech to talk mental health after father’s passing
NCI 17 showcased the latest and best of the north's up-and-coming Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) practitioners before a sell-out crowd at the Royal Canadian Legion in Fort St. John on January 24th.
‘Nobody’s coming to save us’: Fort Nelson tackles healthcare concerns with select committee
The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality's regional council has formed a select committee on healthcare as concerns continue about primary care.
Northern Health launches new webpage tracking emergency department status
The webpage provides information on whether Northern Health emergency departments are open or temporarily closed.
First Nation to host ‘day of connection, inspiration, community’ at women’s wellness event
Prophet River First Nation's Women's Winter Wellness event on January 23rd will feature workshops and speakers dedicated to self-care, self-regulation, creativity and connection.
Regulator confirms underage patron ‘enforcement activities’ on liquor licensees in Fort St. John
The Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) confirmed to Energeticcity.ca that enforcement activities related to underage patrons have been taken in the Fort St. John region.
Driver killed in fiery semi-truck crash on Highway 97
Witnesses reportedly told the RCMP they saw a "fireball" and heard explosions when a propane tanker truck caught fire on Highway 97 north of Fort Nelson on January 20th. The driver died in the incident, according to the RCMP.
Shots fired at Fort Nelson home before police search finds guns, casings and clothes
Northern Rockies RCMP officers are investigating reports that shots were fired at a Fort Nelson home in the early hours of Sunday, January 18th.
Propane tanker truck fire blocks Highway 97 north of Fort Nelson
A section of Highway 97 between Tofte Mainline and Recreation Road, 82km north of Fort Nelson, is closed in both directions on January 20th due to a propane tanker truck fire.
(UPDATE) ‘Tremendous loss’: Fire engulfs ‘multi-use building’ on Blueberry River First Nations Reserve
The fire broke out in the early hours of Saturday morning, January 17th at Blueberry River First Nations (BRFN).
More than 600 properties sold in Fort St. John in 2025
Properties worth $278.9 million were sold in Fort St. John in 2025 by BC Northern Real Estate Board (BCNREB) members, compared to $242.4 million in 2024.
(UPDATE) Energy regulator to change application forms for permits related to Blueberry River territory
Project proposals regarding work being done in northeast B.C. will all be completed using the new system by April 2026, says the BC Energy Regulator.
Regional volleyball teams compete at tournament to ‘break ice, work together’
Fort St. John’s Northern BC Volleyball Club hosted the IceBreaker tournament 2026 on January 10th and 11th.
Weather warning of 90km/h winds issued for Fort Nelson, B.C. Peace River
The Peace River region in B.C. and areas of Fort Nelson are forecasted to receive winds gusts of 90km/h on January 14th, prompting Environment Canada to issue a weather warning.
Nearly 200 forest fires fought in northeast B.C. during wildfire season 2025
Wildfire season 2025 saw 199 blazes in northeast B.C., while the province saw 1,350 in total.
Number of impaired northern B.C. drivers stopped by police in December bucks trend
Results from BC Highway Patrol’s annual winter impaired driving campaign in December 2025 shows an increase in the number of motorists stopped in the north.
