Saulteau First Nations set for Pemmican Days this July
Saulteau First Nations is set to welcome back the community from July 12th to July 14th for their annual Pemmican Days taking place at Pemmican Grounds.
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Council awards hydrant and water valve upgrades contract to Knappett Industries
During the May 27th council meeting, the City of Fort St. John awarded Knappett Industries Ltd. a contract to replace aging water valves throughout the city.Â
PRRD: No injuries reported in Friday afternoon fires
According to the Peace River Regional District (PRRD), nobody was hurt in the Friday afternoon fire near 273 Road in Charlie Lake.
Chetwynd Mayor discusses staffing struggles and diversions at local hospital
Chetwynd Mayor Allen Courtoreille says hospital diversions are an unfortunate reality around the province, but the ones happening in his community are a major concern.
Hair Bin Salon to increase building capacity and expand liquor service area
Fort St. John council approved Hair Bin Salons' structural change application to increase its liquor service area capacity at its May 27th regular meeting.Â
PRRD exploring water well drilling for Rose Prairie Water Station
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has approved experimental water well drilling for Rose Prairie Water Station at 15615 259 Road, in North Pine.
Parkwood Southland Hosts 20th Annual Project Heavy Duty
The 20th annual Project Heavy Duty was held with great success at Parkwood Southland off Parkwood Avenue.
UPDATE: BC Hydro reports power outage in downtown Fort St. John
Over 40 homes and businesses in Fort St. John are without power this Monday morning.
Fort St. John Hospital closes emergency department temporarily
The Fort St. John Hospital emergency department will not be available to residents from 4 p.m. on June 1st to June 2nd at 7 a.m.Â
Fort St. John to install pond at Kin Park
Fort St. John council has awarded a contract to construct a 25,000-cubic-metre pond in the northeast area of Kin Park to assist in managing storm weather.Â
City seeks feedback on Alaska Road South greenhouse proposal
The City of Fort St. John has received a temporary use permit for a property located on Alaska Road South.
UPDATE: BC Wildfire Service lists fire in Charlie Lake as ‘under control’
A fire has been spotted near Charlie Lake.
Peace region golfer Jake Lane competes in RBC Canadian Open
A golfer hailing from the Peace region is in the field at the PGA’s RBC Canadian Open in Hamilton this weekend.
Northern Vision Care Youth Athlete of the Month: Elizabeth Scott
May’s Youth Athlete of the Month is proud of her accomplishments in gymnastics since she began working with the North Peace Gymnastics Association (NPGA) in 2021.
Council prioritizes meetings with provincial ministers ahead of UBCM Convention
Fort St. John council directed staff to schedule meetings with provincial ministers ahead of the 2024 UBCM Convention.
 New accessibility features coming to North Peace Leisure Pool
The City of Fort St. John’s recreational department announced it received funding for new accessibility equipment through a Facebook post on May 29th.
UPDATE: Gentle Pet Clinic dog surgery nightmare leaves family devastated
A Dawson Creek family is mourning the loss of one of their family dogs, and alleges it passed away following an appointment at Gentle Pet Clinic in Fort St. John.Â
UPDATE: BCWS now reports Cypress Creek wildfire at 71.72 hectares
BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) announced a new wildfire in the Cypress Creek area on May 30th.
 B.C. and Blueberry River First Nation Advance Gundy High Value Protection Plan
The provincial government and Blueberry River First Nations (BRFN) announced the advancement of the Gundy High Value 1 plan on May 30th.
Fort St. John community band seeks musicians for Canada Day performance
The Northern Winds Community Band is looking for local musicians to join their annual Canada Day performance.Â
Council awards hydrant and water valve upgrades contract to Knappett Industries
During the May 27th council meeting, the City of Fort St. John awarded Knappett Industries Ltd. a contract to replace aging water valves throughout the city.Â
PRRD: No injuries reported in Friday afternoon fires
According to the Peace River Regional District (PRRD), nobody was hurt in the Friday afternoon fire near 273 Road in Charlie Lake.
Chetwynd Mayor discusses staffing struggles and diversions at local hospital
Chetwynd Mayor Allen Courtoreille says hospital diversions are an unfortunate reality around the province, but the ones happening in his community are a major concern.
Hair Bin Salon to increase building capacity and expand liquor service area
Fort St. John council approved Hair Bin Salons' structural change application to increase its liquor service area capacity at its May 27th regular meeting.Â
PRRD exploring water well drilling for Rose Prairie Water Station
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has approved experimental water well drilling for Rose Prairie Water Station at 15615 259 Road, in North Pine.
Parkwood Southland Hosts 20th Annual Project Heavy Duty
The 20th annual Project Heavy Duty was held with great success at Parkwood Southland off Parkwood Avenue.
UPDATE: BC Hydro reports power outage in downtown Fort St. John
Over 40 homes and businesses in Fort St. John are without power this Monday morning.
Fort St. John Hospital closes emergency department temporarily
The Fort St. John Hospital emergency department will not be available to residents from 4 p.m. on June 1st to June 2nd at 7 a.m.Â
Fort St. John to install pond at Kin Park
Fort St. John council has awarded a contract to construct a 25,000-cubic-metre pond in the northeast area of Kin Park to assist in managing storm weather.Â
City seeks feedback on Alaska Road South greenhouse proposal
The City of Fort St. John has received a temporary use permit for a property located on Alaska Road South.
UPDATE: BC Wildfire Service lists fire in Charlie Lake as ‘under control’
A fire has been spotted near Charlie Lake.
Peace region golfer Jake Lane competes in RBC Canadian Open
A golfer hailing from the Peace region is in the field at the PGA’s RBC Canadian Open in Hamilton this weekend.
Northern Vision Care Youth Athlete of the Month: Elizabeth Scott
May’s Youth Athlete of the Month is proud of her accomplishments in gymnastics since she began working with the North Peace Gymnastics Association (NPGA) in 2021.
Council prioritizes meetings with provincial ministers ahead of UBCM Convention
Fort St. John council directed staff to schedule meetings with provincial ministers ahead of the 2024 UBCM Convention.
 New accessibility features coming to North Peace Leisure Pool
The City of Fort St. John’s recreational department announced it received funding for new accessibility equipment through a Facebook post on May 29th.
UPDATE: Gentle Pet Clinic dog surgery nightmare leaves family devastated
A Dawson Creek family is mourning the loss of one of their family dogs, and alleges it passed away following an appointment at Gentle Pet Clinic in Fort St. John.Â
UPDATE: BCWS now reports Cypress Creek wildfire at 71.72 hectares
BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) announced a new wildfire in the Cypress Creek area on May 30th.
 B.C. and Blueberry River First Nation Advance Gundy High Value Protection Plan
The provincial government and Blueberry River First Nations (BRFN) announced the advancement of the Gundy High Value 1 plan on May 30th.
Fort St. John community band seeks musicians for Canada Day performance
The Northern Winds Community Band is looking for local musicians to join their annual Canada Day performance.Â
