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Fort St. John Hospital’s emergency department closing again
The Fort St. John Hospital’s emergency department is set to close Thursday due to “challenges with physician coverage,” according to Northern Health.
Fort St John seeks resident input on bylaw changes
The City of Fort St. John is inviting residents to two open houses regarding proposed bylaw updates for the building and sign bylaws.
Rivers recede as B.C. faces prospect of ‘unfamiliar territory’ for drought
"Prince George, Quesnel, Williams Lake, Vanderhoof, that's kind of the hot spot, and then the other (area) that would be a concern would be up in the northeast," according to head of BC's River Forecast Centre.
Fencing built as construction for Kin Park upgrades continues
Fencing is being erected on the east side of Fort St. John’s Kin Park as contractors prepare to continue working on upgrades.
PRRD launches public survey to get input on safety and security at Kelly Lake Transfer Station
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has launched a survey seeking public input on enhancing security and safety at the Kelly Lake Transfer Station.
Chetwynd Hospital faces diversion for fifth consecutive night
Chetwynd Hospital’s emergency department will be closed for the fifth consecutive evening, according to Northern Health.
UPDATE: Wildfire discovered in near Chetwynd now listed as ‘under control’
A small wildfire has been discovered northeast of Chetwynd, and the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) says it’s currently burning out of control.
Fort St. John council postpones approving contract for next phases of 89th Avenue construction until 2025
After a motion was made by councillor Trevor Bolin, the city has postponed approving a contract for the next phase of construction along 89th Avenue until 2025.
Two highway resurfacing projects happening in Chetwynd area
BC’s Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure has announced two highway repaving projects coming to Chetwynd this summer.
BC Hydro grant funds tree planting at Fort St. John’s off-leash dog park
Several new trees will be planted at Fort St. John’s off-leash dog park this week, thanks to a $7,500 ReGreening Grant from BC Hydro.
Michael Bacso enters 10th season as board president of Fort St. John Huskies
Michael Bacso is heading into his 10th season as the board president of the Fort St. John Huskies.
Fort St. John horse trainer wins competition at Red Deer Horse Expo
An award-winning horse trainer in Fort St. John took home a new trophy from this year’s Red Deer Horse Expo.
UPDATE: Wildfire discovered west of Dawson Creek now ‘being held’
A wildfire discovered west of Dawson Creek on Tuesday is now being held, according to the BC Wildfire Service.
Chetwynd’s Rotary Park gets running track funding from Northern Development
A running track is coming to the Rotary Park in Chetwynd, thanks to funding from Northern Development.
Peace region residents benefit from free bear safety sessions
For the second year in a row, Tumbler Ridge resident Kale Ericson is providing free bear safety training for residents in Northern BC.
Fort St. John council adopts policy to improve wildfire deployment
The City of Fort St. John has adopted a policy to ensure the local firefighting resources aren't overextended by remote deployments, such as wildfires around the province.
Fort St. John RCMP arrest four Alberta youths with stolen truck
On May 7th, the Fort St. John RCMP detachment reportedly received a request for assistance from the Grande Prairie detachment, saying a stolen pickup truck was believed to be in the area.
Dawson Creek U17 girls volleyball team returns from Emperor’s Cup
The Dawson Creek Volleyball Club's U17 girls team capped off their season by competing at the Emperor’s Cup in Las Vegas from May 3rd to May 5th.
Chetwynd Hospital faces emergency department diversions for four days straight
Chetwynd Hospital’s emergency department has been closed every evening since Saturday, and will close again Tuesday, says Northern Health.
Fort St. John Hospital’s emergency department closing again
The Fort St. John Hospital’s emergency department is set to close Thursday due to “challenges with physician coverage,” according to Northern Health.
Fort St John seeks resident input on bylaw changes
The City of Fort St. John is inviting residents to two open houses regarding proposed bylaw updates for the building and sign bylaws.
Rivers recede as B.C. faces prospect of ‘unfamiliar territory’ for drought
"Prince George, Quesnel, Williams Lake, Vanderhoof, that's kind of the hot spot, and then the other (area) that would be a concern would be up in the northeast," according to head of BC's River Forecast Centre.
Fencing built as construction for Kin Park upgrades continues
Fencing is being erected on the east side of Fort St. John’s Kin Park as contractors prepare to continue working on upgrades.
PRRD launches public survey to get input on safety and security at Kelly Lake Transfer Station
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has launched a survey seeking public input on enhancing security and safety at the Kelly Lake Transfer Station.
Chetwynd Hospital faces diversion for fifth consecutive night
Chetwynd Hospital’s emergency department will be closed for the fifth consecutive evening, according to Northern Health.
UPDATE: Wildfire discovered in near Chetwynd now listed as ‘under control’
A small wildfire has been discovered northeast of Chetwynd, and the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) says it’s currently burning out of control.
Fort St. John council postpones approving contract for next phases of 89th Avenue construction until 2025
After a motion was made by councillor Trevor Bolin, the city has postponed approving a contract for the next phase of construction along 89th Avenue until 2025.
Two highway resurfacing projects happening in Chetwynd area
BC’s Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure has announced two highway repaving projects coming to Chetwynd this summer.
BC Hydro grant funds tree planting at Fort St. John’s off-leash dog park
Several new trees will be planted at Fort St. John’s off-leash dog park this week, thanks to a $7,500 ReGreening Grant from BC Hydro.
Michael Bacso enters 10th season as board president of Fort St. John Huskies
Michael Bacso is heading into his 10th season as the board president of the Fort St. John Huskies.
Fort St. John horse trainer wins competition at Red Deer Horse Expo
An award-winning horse trainer in Fort St. John took home a new trophy from this year’s Red Deer Horse Expo.
UPDATE: Wildfire discovered west of Dawson Creek now ‘being held’
A wildfire discovered west of Dawson Creek on Tuesday is now being held, according to the BC Wildfire Service.
Chetwynd’s Rotary Park gets running track funding from Northern Development
A running track is coming to the Rotary Park in Chetwynd, thanks to funding from Northern Development.
Peace region residents benefit from free bear safety sessions
For the second year in a row, Tumbler Ridge resident Kale Ericson is providing free bear safety training for residents in Northern BC.
Fort St. John council adopts policy to improve wildfire deployment
The City of Fort St. John has adopted a policy to ensure the local firefighting resources aren't overextended by remote deployments, such as wildfires around the province.
Fort St. John RCMP arrest four Alberta youths with stolen truck
On May 7th, the Fort St. John RCMP detachment reportedly received a request for assistance from the Grande Prairie detachment, saying a stolen pickup truck was believed to be in the area.
Dawson Creek U17 girls volleyball team returns from Emperor’s Cup
The Dawson Creek Volleyball Club's U17 girls team capped off their season by competing at the Emperor’s Cup in Las Vegas from May 3rd to May 5th.
Chetwynd Hospital faces emergency department diversions for four days straight
Chetwynd Hospital’s emergency department has been closed every evening since Saturday, and will close again Tuesday, says Northern Health.
