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Armed robbery suspect sought in Dawson Creek

Dawson Creek RCMP officers are looking for help identifying an armed robbery suspect.

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Chetwynd Hospital ER closes again due to physician shortage

Northern Health has announced that the Chetwynd Hospital’s emergency department is closed on Monday — the ninth time services have been unavailable since mid-April.

Fort Nelson, B.C., evacuees heading home after being forced to flee wildfires

Residents in Fort Nelson are able to go home today after being evacuated for more than two weeks due to wildfires

The Parker Lake wildfire. (BC Wildfire Service)
UPDATE: Evacuation order for Fort Nelson to be rescinded

The Northern Regional Rockies Municipality and Fort Nelson First Nations have announced that the evacuation order for the region is being rescinded as of May 27th at 8 a.m.

UPDATE : Inga Lake area wildfire now listed as ‘being held’.

The Wildfire reported five kilometres east of Inga Lake is now listed as 'being held,' according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS)  

Trio of local lacrosse players representing Cariboo-Northeast at BC Summer Games

Three athletes from Fort St. John will be representing the Cariboo and Northeast regions, known as Zone 8, at the BC Summer Games in July.

UPDATE: Two Fort St. John students bound for Canada-Wide Science Fair

More than 400 students will gather in Ottawa for the Canada-Wide Science Fair on May 26th, including Emily Mineault and Brendan Hill, two students from Fort St. John. 

Mayor says Fort Nelson, B.C., evacuation order ‘very close’ to being lifted
A justice's gavel on a wooden surface in front of books and scales.
Court Report: May 13th to 17th

Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John provincial court from May 7th to May 11th.

Canada drone company presents industrial technology for wildfires and emergency response

Dawson Creek council received a presentation on behalf of Aero Future Canada at their May 13th meeting on the prospect of bringing drone technology to the province.  

BC Hydro shares Site C reservoir plan

The reason the Site C reservoir will begin being filled late in the summer and throughout the fall is to reduce its impact on local wildlife as much as possible, according to BC Hydro.

Dawson Creek wins RCCBC award for rural healthcare innovation

The City of Dawson Creek is being recognized with an award for showing “ outstanding leadership and innovation” in the rural healthcare space.

Anne Roberts Young Elementary School hosts third annual Bike Rodeo

Students at Anne Roberts Young Elementary spent Friday morning learning bike safety and maintenance at the third annual Bike Rodeo.

School District 60 office exterior. (File)
School staffing crunch continues in School District 60

Staffing in schools continues to be a focus as School District 60 prepares for the 2024 school year. 

West Moberly First Nations to receive funding for geothermal project

West Moberly First Nations (WMFN) will receive $299,404 toward a new geothermal project.

Fort St. John Links manager emphasizes importance of family ahead of upcoming tournaments

The Fort St. John Links Golf and Country Club is getting ready for a busy season while continuing to focus on family tradition.

Hudson's Hope RCMP detachment.
Hudson’s Hope RCMP monthly bulletin: Elderly elk passes away after being stuck in fence

On April 23rd, the Hudson’s Hope RCMP responded to a residence along Twelve Mile Rd. to assist with an elk that had got stuck in a fence.

U-turn goes wrong in Dawson Creek hit-and-run

Two people have been held in Dawson Creek RCMP custody for bail hearings after being arrested for a hit-and-run incident in the city.

A grey building for the Dawson Creek RCMP detachment with a Canadian Flag in front.
Dawson Creek RCMP recover four stolen vehicles, make arrest

Police say an individual has been arrested after four stolen vehicles were recovered in Dawson Creek.

Fort St. John invites local organizations, businesses to get involved in Canada Day celebrations

With Canada Day quickly approaching, the City of Fort St. John is looking to get local organizations and businesses involved by providing grants and sponsorship opportunities.

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