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The Peace River Regional District building in Dawson Creek. (PRRD)

PRRD launches regional growth strategy survey

The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) and member municipalities have released a survey as part of a regional growth strategy.

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District of Taylor seeks interested parties for former medical clinic building

The District of Taylor is seeing if any interested parties want to utilize the former Taylor Medical Clinic building.

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Fort St. John Hospital Auxiliary donates 30 specialty chairs to hospital, Peace Villa

Thirty specialty chairs are now in use at the hospital and Peace Villa, courtesy of the Fort St. John Hospital Auxiliary.

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UPDATE: Individual transported to hospital after Taylor Hill crash Wednesday evening

The Fort St. John RCMP responded to a  two-vehicle crash on the south Taylor Hill at about 5:48 p.m. on Wednesday that led to one person being transported to hospital.

Video Huskies Player of the Week: Braith Morgan

Braith Morgan tells us a little about his hockey background, who he looks up to on the team, and what he looks forward to the most in his rookie year.

A black gavel and small set of golden justice scales.
Vancouver man awarded $135,864 in damages after hit-and-run in Dawson Creek

The plaintiff, 40-year-old Akshay Avishek, was 35 at the time of the incident, and testified that he was stopped at a stop sign when his vehicle was struck from behind, which caused his vehicle to be pushed forward two to three feet. The driver of the other vehicle fled the scene.

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Hudson’s Hope developing new official community plan

The District of Hudson’s Hope is developing a new official community plan and has asked residents for their input on it.

Taylor establishing reserve funds for future capital projects

The District of Taylor is looking to establish two new reserve fund bylaws after it received $1,095,000 through the province’s Growing Communities Fund.

Women’s Resource Society looking for Christmas Hamper sponsors

The Fort St. John Women’s Resource Society needs over 20 Christmas Hamper sponsors this holiday season.

Fort St. John businesses advised to apply for Securing Small Business Rebate

The Fort St. John Chamber and District of Commerce is encouraging small businesses to apply for a grant program to prevent and repair damages from property crime.

NPSS Grizzlies Update: Senior volleyball teams host zones

The North Peace Secondary School senior volleyball teams hosted the Northern Central Zone Championships from November 17th to 18th. 

Man faces multiple identity theft-related charges in Fort St. John

Prolific offender Frank Edward Boostrom was sentenced in a local courtroom this week after receiving several charges from incidents in Fort St. John, Charlie Lake and Vancouver.

School District 60 trustees votes for Gilbert to remain as chair

The School District 60 board of trustees had their annual election this week and have voted for Helen Gilbert to remain as chair.

Fort St. John Fire Rescue building. (Fort St. John Fire Department)
Fort St. John Fire Department focuses on fire prevention in October

The Fort St. John Fire Department emphasized fire prevention in October while responding to 185 calls for services.

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Sentencing date set for Moberly Lake man guilty of sexual assault

William Fredric Townsend was found guilty earlier this year for a July 20th, 2019, sexual assault in Moberly Lake.

Poppy campaign a success in Fort St. John

The poppy campaign was a success in Fort St. John, with funds raised going towards the local legion.

Updates needed on Charlie Lake’s sewer system

Updates and repairs are needed on Charlie Lake’s sewer system, according to a presentation from McElhanney to the Electoral Area Directors Committee last month.

It’s a public road, not a driveway: judge rules in lawsuit involving Pouce Coupe neighbours

The roadway became a subject of contention in a civil lawsuit between the province and South Peace residents Curtis and Deanne Querin, who own a quarter section at the eastern outskirts of Pouce Coupe. The Querins purchased their property in 1991. 

Another work camp threatens Alaska Highway lodge, owner says

Pink Mountain lodge owner Melody Magaton says another work camp along the Alaska Highway could put her out of business, and approached the Peace River Regional District at their November 16th meeting to explain the situation to board directors. 

Huskies and minor hockey players going door to door to 'Fill the Bus' for the food bank.
Volunteers needed for Huskies Fill the Bus

The annual Fill the Bus food drive is back, and the Fort St. John Huskies are looking for volunteers to help collect donations for the local Salvation Army.

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