Dawson Creek RCMP report crime reduction trends amidst staffing challenges
Dawson Creek RCMP have reported a decrease in calls for service and some promising crime trends since the start of the year in their most recent monthly report to council.Â
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Dawson Creek to hold fundraising dinner to help Philippines typhoon victimsÂ
Dawson Creek will be hosting the Kalipi’s Dinner for a Cause fundraiser to provide help in the aftermath of a severe tropical storm in the Philippines.
Fort St. John approves seasonal sewer rate increase starting in 2025
The City of Fort St. John council has approved an increase to sewer rates starting in 2025.Â
New Fort St. John water rates and late payment fees set for 2025Â
The City of Fort St. John is moving forward with changes to water rates starting in 2025.Â
BC Transit to change ticket system in December
BC Transit will update its ticket system to the Umo electronic fare system starting on December 1st, 2024.Â
Public hearing approved for Co-op development in Fort St. John
The City of Fort St. John Council has tentatively approved a zoning amendment bylaw pending a public hearing in the coming weeks.Â
Snowfall warning issued for the North Peace
The North Peace could receive 10 to 15 cm of snow. Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for the North Peace.
Fort St. John raises concerns over federal international student permit changes
The City of Fort St. John Council has voted to write a letter to the federal government about policy changes set to impact international student study permits and post-graduate work permits.Â
Pouce Coupe opposes Vernon’s push to stop fossil fuel government funding
The Village of Pouce Coupe has voted to formally oppose a resolution put forward to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) to eliminate fossil fuel funding.Â
NPSS Senior Girls triumph at Peace Classic tournament
Senior girls’ and boys’ volleyball teams from North Peace Secondary School (NPSS) competed in the 2024 Peace Classic tournament this past weekend.
RCMP seize large quantity of drugs and guns after week-long investigation
The Northern Rockies RCMP announced a significant drug and firearms seizure, as well as several arrests, after a week-long investigation in Fort Nelson.Â
Fort St. John Hospital Foundation shares details of the Be an Angel Gala
The Fort St. John Hospital Foundation has shared the details of its Be an Angel Gala earlier this month.Â
PETRONAS Canada to match $20,000 in donations to Light a Moose Radiothon
With the Light a Moose Radiothon approaching quickly, PETRONAS Canada says they will be a $20,000 matching donor.Â
Saulteau First Nations to host Cultural Centre engagement meeting
Saulteau First Nations (SFN) has announced a community engagement meeting scheduled for later this week.
Evan Baker’s stellar saves lead Fort St. John Huskies to weekend winsÂ
Fort St. John Huskies goaltender Evan Baker’s steadfast goaltending led the team to two wins over the weekend.
(UPDATE) Highway 97 open at North Taylor Hill after vehicle accident
Highway 97 has been partially closed on North Taylor Hill due to a vehicle accident that occurred around 12 p.m. on November 12th.
Salvation Army report finds health care and housing as top concerns for Canadians
The Salvation Army has released the 2024 edition of its Canadian Poverty and Socioeconomic Analysis, which has found high concerns over the affordability of essential goods and services, especially among parents.Â
Fort Nelson informs public on recent fires, police presence near Cottonwood Road
The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality (NRRM) posted on Facebook on November 8th to inform and reassure the public about the city's priorities.Â
Fort St. John sees spike in theft, drop in shoplifting in October
The Fort St. John RCMP detachment has submitted an update to City Council regarding policing activities in the region, reporting a drop in shoplifting activities but an increase in vehicle thefts.
Dawson Creek RCMP continues seeking answers to hit and run in 2015
The Dawson Creek RCMP is continuing their investigation into a hit and run which took the life of one person back in 2015.Â
Dawson Creek to hold fundraising dinner to help Philippines typhoon victimsÂ
Dawson Creek will be hosting the Kalipi’s Dinner for a Cause fundraiser to provide help in the aftermath of a severe tropical storm in the Philippines.
Fort St. John approves seasonal sewer rate increase starting in 2025
The City of Fort St. John council has approved an increase to sewer rates starting in 2025.Â
New Fort St. John water rates and late payment fees set for 2025Â
The City of Fort St. John is moving forward with changes to water rates starting in 2025.Â
BC Transit to change ticket system in December
BC Transit will update its ticket system to the Umo electronic fare system starting on December 1st, 2024.Â
Public hearing approved for Co-op development in Fort St. John
The City of Fort St. John Council has tentatively approved a zoning amendment bylaw pending a public hearing in the coming weeks.Â
Snowfall warning issued for the North Peace
The North Peace could receive 10 to 15 cm of snow. Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for the North Peace.
Fort St. John raises concerns over federal international student permit changes
The City of Fort St. John Council has voted to write a letter to the federal government about policy changes set to impact international student study permits and post-graduate work permits.Â
Pouce Coupe opposes Vernon’s push to stop fossil fuel government funding
The Village of Pouce Coupe has voted to formally oppose a resolution put forward to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) to eliminate fossil fuel funding.Â
NPSS Senior Girls triumph at Peace Classic tournament
Senior girls’ and boys’ volleyball teams from North Peace Secondary School (NPSS) competed in the 2024 Peace Classic tournament this past weekend.
RCMP seize large quantity of drugs and guns after week-long investigation
The Northern Rockies RCMP announced a significant drug and firearms seizure, as well as several arrests, after a week-long investigation in Fort Nelson.Â
Fort St. John Hospital Foundation shares details of the Be an Angel Gala
The Fort St. John Hospital Foundation has shared the details of its Be an Angel Gala earlier this month.Â
PETRONAS Canada to match $20,000 in donations to Light a Moose Radiothon
With the Light a Moose Radiothon approaching quickly, PETRONAS Canada says they will be a $20,000 matching donor.Â
Saulteau First Nations to host Cultural Centre engagement meeting
Saulteau First Nations (SFN) has announced a community engagement meeting scheduled for later this week.
Evan Baker’s stellar saves lead Fort St. John Huskies to weekend winsÂ
Fort St. John Huskies goaltender Evan Baker’s steadfast goaltending led the team to two wins over the weekend.
(UPDATE) Highway 97 open at North Taylor Hill after vehicle accident
Highway 97 has been partially closed on North Taylor Hill due to a vehicle accident that occurred around 12 p.m. on November 12th.
Salvation Army report finds health care and housing as top concerns for Canadians
The Salvation Army has released the 2024 edition of its Canadian Poverty and Socioeconomic Analysis, which has found high concerns over the affordability of essential goods and services, especially among parents.Â
Fort Nelson informs public on recent fires, police presence near Cottonwood Road
The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality (NRRM) posted on Facebook on November 8th to inform and reassure the public about the city's priorities.Â
Fort St. John sees spike in theft, drop in shoplifting in October
The Fort St. John RCMP detachment has submitted an update to City Council regarding policing activities in the region, reporting a drop in shoplifting activities but an increase in vehicle thefts.
Dawson Creek RCMP continues seeking answers to hit and run in 2015
The Dawson Creek RCMP is continuing their investigation into a hit and run which took the life of one person back in 2015.Â
