RCMP in early stages of investigation after break-in Friday morning
The Fort St. John RCMP received a report of a break-and-enter in progress Friday morning and said an investigation is underway.
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Court Report: November 6th to 10th
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek Provincial Courts from November 6th to 10th.
Fundraiser being held for local man’s legal fees after participating in Freedom Convoy
A fundraiser is being held at the Lido Friday night for Bern Bueckert to cover the costs for his upcoming trial in Ottawa.
Man with pellet gun draws significant police presence on Tuesday
Fort St. John RCMP took down a man who was allegedly holding a firearm on Tuesday afternoon, later finding out he was wanted by police and the pistol was a pellet gun.
WANTED: Daen Robert Rakose
The Fort St. John RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 44-year-old Daen Robert Rakose, who is wanted for two counts of failing to comply with a probation order.
NPSS Grizzlies Update: Volleyball teams compete in Peace River, Prince George
The NPSS Grizzlies senior volleyball teams competed in Peace River last weekend, while the junior teams travelled to Prince George to compete in zones.Â
Fort St. John repeals benchmark community policy for broader comparisons
Fort St. John council repealed the benchmark communities policy during a council meeting on Tuesday, allowing the city to now draw comparisons from any municipality.
City of Fort St. John, VRS Communities working on seniors housing complex
The City of Fort St. John and VRS Communities are working to bring a 115-unit seniors housing complex to the city’s core.
City of Fort St. John seeking exemption from carbon tax, rental act
With longer and harsher winters compared to the rest of B.C., the City of Fort St. John says the carbon tax on home heating bills is an unfair financial burden to its residents.Â
Dawson Creek chamber of commerce concerned with tax increases
A budget assumptions report was released in October and estimated that taxes need to rise from $21.1 million in 2023 to $23.4 million in 2024, $24.3 million in 2025, $25.5 million in 2026, and $26.3 million in 2027, as the city pivots to a 70/30 revenue split with their operations and the Peace River Agreement.Â
Video Huskies Player of the Week: Grayden Alexander
Grayden Alexander tells us where he played before joining the team and what he looks forward to the most this season.
City of Fort St. John celebrates People’s Choice awards
Best Community Event went to High on Ice organizer Eryn Griffith, a winter festival held every year in the North Peace, Best City Councillor went to Trevor Bolin, while Best Civic Leader went to Mayor Lilia Hansen.
Fort St. John approves zoning amendment for healthcare facility
Fort St. John council has approved a zoning bylaw amendment to allow for renovations and construction of an orthopedic clinic and rapid access primary care walk-in.Â
Fort St. John North Peace Museum update: Dinovember is back, and Christmas Tea around corner!
Dinosaurs are getting into lots of mischief at the Fort St. John North Peace Museum this month as part of Dinovember!
Fort St. John convenience store robber arrested
The Fort St. John RCMP have arrested a suspect in connection to a robbery at Winks convenience store on Friday.
UPDATE: Wanted 34-year-old man located
The Fort St. John RCMP was looking for 34-year-old Gavin James Lee Davis in November, who was wanted on multiple warrants for assault and other offences, but he has been arrested as of January 24th.
UPDATE: Jeep, pickup truck involved in vehicle incident in Taylor
Fort St. John RCMP were called to a motor vehicle incident in Taylor late Wednesday afternoon.
Salvation Army kettle campaign launches in Fort St. John
The Fort St. John Salvation Army launched its annual kettle campaign on Tuesday and is looking to raise $150,000.
North Peace Secondary School presents Monty Python-inspired King Arthur tale
Students at North Peace Secondary School (NPSS) are retelling the legend of King Arthur with a Monty Python spin for this year’s musical.
Olympic medalist gets some ice time with local speed skaters
Local speed skating enthusiasts had the opportunity to hit the ice with Olympic medalist Denny Morrison.
Court Report: November 6th to 10th
Below are the latest sentences handed out from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek Provincial Courts from November 6th to 10th.
Fundraiser being held for local man’s legal fees after participating in Freedom Convoy
A fundraiser is being held at the Lido Friday night for Bern Bueckert to cover the costs for his upcoming trial in Ottawa.
Man with pellet gun draws significant police presence on Tuesday
Fort St. John RCMP took down a man who was allegedly holding a firearm on Tuesday afternoon, later finding out he was wanted by police and the pistol was a pellet gun.
WANTED: Daen Robert Rakose
The Fort St. John RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 44-year-old Daen Robert Rakose, who is wanted for two counts of failing to comply with a probation order.
NPSS Grizzlies Update: Volleyball teams compete in Peace River, Prince George
The NPSS Grizzlies senior volleyball teams competed in Peace River last weekend, while the junior teams travelled to Prince George to compete in zones.Â
Fort St. John repeals benchmark community policy for broader comparisons
Fort St. John council repealed the benchmark communities policy during a council meeting on Tuesday, allowing the city to now draw comparisons from any municipality.
City of Fort St. John, VRS Communities working on seniors housing complex
The City of Fort St. John and VRS Communities are working to bring a 115-unit seniors housing complex to the city’s core.
City of Fort St. John seeking exemption from carbon tax, rental act
With longer and harsher winters compared to the rest of B.C., the City of Fort St. John says the carbon tax on home heating bills is an unfair financial burden to its residents.Â
Dawson Creek chamber of commerce concerned with tax increases
A budget assumptions report was released in October and estimated that taxes need to rise from $21.1 million in 2023 to $23.4 million in 2024, $24.3 million in 2025, $25.5 million in 2026, and $26.3 million in 2027, as the city pivots to a 70/30 revenue split with their operations and the Peace River Agreement.Â
Video Huskies Player of the Week: Grayden Alexander
Grayden Alexander tells us where he played before joining the team and what he looks forward to the most this season.
City of Fort St. John celebrates People’s Choice awards
Best Community Event went to High on Ice organizer Eryn Griffith, a winter festival held every year in the North Peace, Best City Councillor went to Trevor Bolin, while Best Civic Leader went to Mayor Lilia Hansen.
Fort St. John approves zoning amendment for healthcare facility
Fort St. John council has approved a zoning bylaw amendment to allow for renovations and construction of an orthopedic clinic and rapid access primary care walk-in.Â
Fort St. John North Peace Museum update: Dinovember is back, and Christmas Tea around corner!
Dinosaurs are getting into lots of mischief at the Fort St. John North Peace Museum this month as part of Dinovember!
Fort St. John convenience store robber arrested
The Fort St. John RCMP have arrested a suspect in connection to a robbery at Winks convenience store on Friday.
UPDATE: Wanted 34-year-old man located
The Fort St. John RCMP was looking for 34-year-old Gavin James Lee Davis in November, who was wanted on multiple warrants for assault and other offences, but he has been arrested as of January 24th.
UPDATE: Jeep, pickup truck involved in vehicle incident in Taylor
Fort St. John RCMP were called to a motor vehicle incident in Taylor late Wednesday afternoon.
Salvation Army kettle campaign launches in Fort St. John
The Fort St. John Salvation Army launched its annual kettle campaign on Tuesday and is looking to raise $150,000.
North Peace Secondary School presents Monty Python-inspired King Arthur tale
Students at North Peace Secondary School (NPSS) are retelling the legend of King Arthur with a Monty Python spin for this year’s musical.
Olympic medalist gets some ice time with local speed skaters
Local speed skating enthusiasts had the opportunity to hit the ice with Olympic medalist Denny Morrison.
