‘Kind and gentle soul’ killed in Charlie Lake remembered by family for ‘smile and joy’
Gurkirat Singh Manocha passed away on March 13th, 2026, after succumbing to serious injuries following an 'altercation' in Charlie Lake.
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Long-standing Spirit of the Peace Pow Wow president resigns
Connie Greyeyes has resigned from her position as board president of the Spirit of the Peace Pow Wow.
BC Grain Producers Association president talks ALC staffing cuts ‘concern’
The BC Grain Producers Association's president has spoken out against the decision to slash more than 40 Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) staffing positions.
(UPDATE) PRRD mulls zoning feedback following public engagement
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has reviewed the results of feedback gathered from residents about the new Regional Zoning Bylaw, and is moving forward with further research plans.
Registration opens soon for Energetic Amazing Race
The Energetic Amazing Race, set to take place on May 30th, features a scaled-down version of the hit reality show, The Amazing Race.
Seller pulls property from market to help family displaced by Arras house fire find new home
A family whose Arras log house burnt down in March 2026 have found a suitable new home with the help of a former Dawson Creek resident.
BCER reworks fees, levies to be paid by major energy and LNG projects
The amount of fees, levies and securities that some major LNG and energy project permit holders must pay to the BC Energy Regulator (BCER) has been changed.
Attempt to withdraw guilty plea in Tsay Keh Dene double murder case denied
Orlan Marcel Dennis' appeal to withdraw his guilty plea was denied by Justice Simon Coval on March 9th. He has yet to be sentenced for the second-degree murder of his wife and son in 2024.
Fort St. John Métis Society to host potato giveaway, round two
A second potato giveaway is happening at the Fort St. John Métis Society on the afternoon of March 27th, 2026.
Site C workers’ camp to be repurposed for North Coast Transmission Line
BC Hydro is repurposing its Site C hydroelectric dam workers’ camp for the North Coast Transmission Line (NCTL) project, set to run from Prince George to Terrace.
Hudson’s Hope Health Centre closed for 10th time since late February
The Hudson's Hope Health Centre has closed for the 10th time since February 24th, and should be back open after the weekend, on March 30th at 8.30 a.m.
Fort St. John RCMP warn drivers to move for emergency vehicles or face fines, points
Fort St. John RCMP officers ave warned drivers to slow down and stop for stopped emergency and maintenance vehicles.
Video This Week in the Peace – Councillor Bolin & MLA Kealy
On this episode of This Week in the Peace, we're joined by FSJ Councillor Trevor Bolin and North Peace MLA Jordan Kealy
HIV education and awareness non-profit to visit Indigenous communities
Positive Living North, an organization dedicated to HIV and AIDS education and awareness, will make stops in West Moberly First Nations and Blueberry River First Nations in April 2026.
‘I learn more from students than they learn from me,’ says Pita Pit’s Teacher of the Month
Trista Triska has been named Pita Pit's Teacher of the Month for March 2026. Triska teaches children with visual impairments in School District 60.
‘Never seen them up that close’: Pouce Coupe hotel worker talks encounter with moose and calf
Pouce Energy Lodge worker Diane McCarthy spoke to Energeticcity.ca about her experience with a moose and a calf on March 26th.
Snowfall warning issued for Highway 97 and Pine Pass
Environment Canada has issued a 'yellow' snowfall warning for Highway 97 and the Pine Pass, which might receive up to 15cm of snow overnight from March 26th to 27th.
Thieves target Fort St. John pizza restaurant for fourth time, leave with cash and vacuum
Thieves reportedly stole the cash register and a vacuum from Fort St. John's Olio’s Pizzeria on Sunday, March 22nd, 2026.
SONS criticizes ‘devastating’ delays to Peace Villa expansion
Save Our Local Seniors (SONS) is speaking out alongside the City of Fort St. John about delays to the Peace Villa long-term care home expansion project by the B.C. provincial government.
‘I couldn’t say no’: Indigenous artist becomes first to be featured by new project
Fort Nelson First Nation's Amber Lloyd, who works with mocassins, has been featured by Northern Rockies Arts Council's new project, ‘Artist Spotlight.'
Long-standing Spirit of the Peace Pow Wow president resigns
Connie Greyeyes has resigned from her position as board president of the Spirit of the Peace Pow Wow.
BC Grain Producers Association president talks ALC staffing cuts ‘concern’
The BC Grain Producers Association's president has spoken out against the decision to slash more than 40 Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) staffing positions.
(UPDATE) PRRD mulls zoning feedback following public engagement
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has reviewed the results of feedback gathered from residents about the new Regional Zoning Bylaw, and is moving forward with further research plans.
Registration opens soon for Energetic Amazing Race
The Energetic Amazing Race, set to take place on May 30th, features a scaled-down version of the hit reality show, The Amazing Race.
Seller pulls property from market to help family displaced by Arras house fire find new home
A family whose Arras log house burnt down in March 2026 have found a suitable new home with the help of a former Dawson Creek resident.
BCER reworks fees, levies to be paid by major energy and LNG projects
The amount of fees, levies and securities that some major LNG and energy project permit holders must pay to the BC Energy Regulator (BCER) has been changed.
Attempt to withdraw guilty plea in Tsay Keh Dene double murder case denied
Orlan Marcel Dennis' appeal to withdraw his guilty plea was denied by Justice Simon Coval on March 9th. He has yet to be sentenced for the second-degree murder of his wife and son in 2024.
Fort St. John Métis Society to host potato giveaway, round two
A second potato giveaway is happening at the Fort St. John Métis Society on the afternoon of March 27th, 2026.
Site C workers’ camp to be repurposed for North Coast Transmission Line
BC Hydro is repurposing its Site C hydroelectric dam workers’ camp for the North Coast Transmission Line (NCTL) project, set to run from Prince George to Terrace.
Hudson’s Hope Health Centre closed for 10th time since late February
The Hudson's Hope Health Centre has closed for the 10th time since February 24th, and should be back open after the weekend, on March 30th at 8.30 a.m.
Fort St. John RCMP warn drivers to move for emergency vehicles or face fines, points
Fort St. John RCMP officers ave warned drivers to slow down and stop for stopped emergency and maintenance vehicles.
Video This Week in the Peace – Councillor Bolin & MLA Kealy
On this episode of This Week in the Peace, we're joined by FSJ Councillor Trevor Bolin and North Peace MLA Jordan Kealy
HIV education and awareness non-profit to visit Indigenous communities
Positive Living North, an organization dedicated to HIV and AIDS education and awareness, will make stops in West Moberly First Nations and Blueberry River First Nations in April 2026.
‘I learn more from students than they learn from me,’ says Pita Pit’s Teacher of the Month
Trista Triska has been named Pita Pit's Teacher of the Month for March 2026. Triska teaches children with visual impairments in School District 60.
‘Never seen them up that close’: Pouce Coupe hotel worker talks encounter with moose and calf
Pouce Energy Lodge worker Diane McCarthy spoke to Energeticcity.ca about her experience with a moose and a calf on March 26th.
Snowfall warning issued for Highway 97 and Pine Pass
Environment Canada has issued a 'yellow' snowfall warning for Highway 97 and the Pine Pass, which might receive up to 15cm of snow overnight from March 26th to 27th.
Thieves target Fort St. John pizza restaurant for fourth time, leave with cash and vacuum
Thieves reportedly stole the cash register and a vacuum from Fort St. John's Olio’s Pizzeria on Sunday, March 22nd, 2026.
SONS criticizes ‘devastating’ delays to Peace Villa expansion
Save Our Local Seniors (SONS) is speaking out alongside the City of Fort St. John about delays to the Peace Villa long-term care home expansion project by the B.C. provincial government.
‘I couldn’t say no’: Indigenous artist becomes first to be featured by new project
Fort Nelson First Nation's Amber Lloyd, who works with mocassins, has been featured by Northern Rockies Arts Council's new project, ‘Artist Spotlight.'
