Northern Vision Care Youth Athlete of the Month: Makayla Johnston
March's Northern Vision Care Athlete of the Month says she feels honoured to be selected, noting the many talented and deserving athletes in Fort St. John.
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Renovations complete on Dawson Creek ball diamonds
Renovations are complete on six ball diamonds at Kin Park in Dawson Creek, thanks in part to a $42,588 Recreation Infrastructure grant through Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT).
Taylor Bridge maintenance scheduled from April 1st to 6th
The Taylor Bridge is scheduled to undergo another round of maintenance from Monday, April 1st, until Saturday, April 6th, according to DriveBC.
Co-op Community Champion: Lisa Jewell
March marks the first time an individual has been named the Co-op Community Champion twice, a well-deserved achievement for a Fort St. John social worker who recently created a new non-profit offering support for women who escaped domestic violence or experienced trauma.
Fort St. John council proclaims April as Autism Acceptance Month
Fort St. John council has declared the month of April as Autism Acceptance Month.Â
Flyers hall of fame induction “feels great,” says club president
Fort St. John Senior Flyers president Paul van Nostrand says the upcoming induction of the 2010 roster into the BC Hockey Hall of Fame “feels great."
DPAC raises concerns over potential impact of social media on children’s mental health
Members of the District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC) of School District 60 are looking to spread awareness about social media's potential effects on children’s mental health.
Charlie Lake Trucked Waste Receiving Facility faces possible closure due to power pole replacement
BC Hydro will be working on replacing a power pole in the area, which may result in a temporary power interruption.
Workshops being held in April to help shape future North Peace Leisure Facility
The PRRD, the City of Fort St. John, and the District of Taylor have been developing plans for a new facility to replace the aging North Peace Leisure Pool, which has been open since 1997.
Fort St. John council awards $480,000 in fee-for-service grants to library and historical society
City council awarded $475,000 in grants to the Fort St. John Public Library and North Peace Historical Society during their March 25th meeting.Â
Mighty Peace Brewing seeks to extend hours of liquor service
The City of Fort St. John released a notice of intent stating Mighty Peace Brewing Co. has applied for a change to hours of liquor service.
Hudson’s Hope RCMP monthly bulletin: 28 driving violations and warnings issued
The Hudson’s Hope RCMP responded to 11 calls for service between February 21st and March 23rd.
Court Report: March 18th and 19th
Below are the latest sentences handed out in Fort St. John and Dawson Creek provincial court on March 18th and 19th.
Emergency work underway on Cecil Lake Road, detours, delays expected
Emergency work began on Cecil Lake Road at kilometre 54, near the Goodlow Cemetary, on Tuesday morning due to failing infrastructure.
Fort St. John council supports Mayor Hansen taking a leave of absence following personal loss
Fort St. John council has permitted Mayor Lilia Hansen, through a council survey poll, to take a leave of absence after a personal loss.Â
Five northeast B.C. communities to benefit from Active Transportation Infrastructure Grants Program
Five northeast B.C. communities are set to receive financial support from the provincial government’s Active Transportation Infrastructure Grants Program.
PRRD extends TELUS contract
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) voted in favour of extending their TELUS Cellular Phone Services contract by two years for $95,000 during their March 21st meeting. Â
Blizzard Bicycle Club kicks off season with Roubaix Road Race
The Blizzard Bicycle Club kicked off the 2024 season with the Roubaix Road Race last weekend.Â
Dawson Creek Fire Department battles Saturday night blaze
The Dawson Creek Fire Department responded to a report of a residential structure fire on Friday evening.
Renovations complete on Dawson Creek ball diamonds
Renovations are complete on six ball diamonds at Kin Park in Dawson Creek, thanks in part to a $42,588 Recreation Infrastructure grant through Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT).
Taylor Bridge maintenance scheduled from April 1st to 6th
The Taylor Bridge is scheduled to undergo another round of maintenance from Monday, April 1st, until Saturday, April 6th, according to DriveBC.
Co-op Community Champion: Lisa Jewell
March marks the first time an individual has been named the Co-op Community Champion twice, a well-deserved achievement for a Fort St. John social worker who recently created a new non-profit offering support for women who escaped domestic violence or experienced trauma.
Fort St. John council proclaims April as Autism Acceptance Month
Fort St. John council has declared the month of April as Autism Acceptance Month.Â
Flyers hall of fame induction “feels great,” says club president
Fort St. John Senior Flyers president Paul van Nostrand says the upcoming induction of the 2010 roster into the BC Hockey Hall of Fame “feels great."
DPAC raises concerns over potential impact of social media on children’s mental health
Members of the District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC) of School District 60 are looking to spread awareness about social media's potential effects on children’s mental health.
Charlie Lake Trucked Waste Receiving Facility faces possible closure due to power pole replacement
BC Hydro will be working on replacing a power pole in the area, which may result in a temporary power interruption.
Workshops being held in April to help shape future North Peace Leisure Facility
The PRRD, the City of Fort St. John, and the District of Taylor have been developing plans for a new facility to replace the aging North Peace Leisure Pool, which has been open since 1997.
Fort St. John council awards $480,000 in fee-for-service grants to library and historical society
City council awarded $475,000 in grants to the Fort St. John Public Library and North Peace Historical Society during their March 25th meeting.Â
Mighty Peace Brewing seeks to extend hours of liquor service
The City of Fort St. John released a notice of intent stating Mighty Peace Brewing Co. has applied for a change to hours of liquor service.
Hudson’s Hope RCMP monthly bulletin: 28 driving violations and warnings issued
The Hudson’s Hope RCMP responded to 11 calls for service between February 21st and March 23rd.
Court Report: March 18th and 19th
Below are the latest sentences handed out in Fort St. John and Dawson Creek provincial court on March 18th and 19th.
Emergency work underway on Cecil Lake Road, detours, delays expected
Emergency work began on Cecil Lake Road at kilometre 54, near the Goodlow Cemetary, on Tuesday morning due to failing infrastructure.
Fort St. John council supports Mayor Hansen taking a leave of absence following personal loss
Fort St. John council has permitted Mayor Lilia Hansen, through a council survey poll, to take a leave of absence after a personal loss.Â
Five northeast B.C. communities to benefit from Active Transportation Infrastructure Grants Program
Five northeast B.C. communities are set to receive financial support from the provincial government’s Active Transportation Infrastructure Grants Program.
PRRD extends TELUS contract
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) voted in favour of extending their TELUS Cellular Phone Services contract by two years for $95,000 during their March 21st meeting. Â
Blizzard Bicycle Club kicks off season with Roubaix Road Race
The Blizzard Bicycle Club kicked off the 2024 season with the Roubaix Road Race last weekend.Â
Dawson Creek Fire Department battles Saturday night blaze
The Dawson Creek Fire Department responded to a report of a residential structure fire on Friday evening.
