Canfor ‘doesn’t see path forward’ for Taylor mill
There is some uncertainty clouding the future of the Taylor pulp mill as Canfor said it doesn't see a path forward for the facility and has started exploring alternative uses for the site.
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Hudson’s Hope water treatment plant sourcing Peace River water
The water treatment plant in Hudson’s Hope is running with source water from Peace River, but the operators are facing difficulties.
Arts Council presents Creative Hub update to council
City councillors discussed the proposed Creative Hub with the Fort St. John Arts Council after being presented with a progress report.
Tumbler Ridge YMCA expands childcare services
YMCA BC has announced it will be expanding childcare services in Tumbler Ridge for school-aged children.
Local woman receives BCEHS Vital Link award for saving her husband’s life
A local woman received the BC Emergency Health Services Vital Link Award Tuesday morning for assisting in saving her husband's life last year.
City to purchase new rescue equipment
The Fort St. John Fire Department will soon be receiving new equipment to help in car wreck rescue efforts.Â
Crime Unit deployed after Chetwynd woman found dead
The North District Major Crime Unit (ND MCU) was deployed to Chetwynd on Monday after a woman was found deceased.
24th Annual Bluey Day registration opens Wednesday
The first in-person Bluey Day since 2019 is opening its registration tomorrow to raise funds for the Fort St. John Hospital Foundation.
‘Peace in the North Peace’ opens this Friday
Around 40 local artists will have their work showcased at an upcoming exhibit, highlighting Peace in the North Peace.
Pomeroy sign to be fixed after wind damage
Fort St. John council has instructed staff to have the Pomeroy Sports Centre sign fixed after it was damaged by high winds on February 9th.Â
Local chamber of commerce releases recommendations for OPS site
Amid ongoing conversations in the community on the proposed safe injection site, the local chamber of commerce has released some recommendations for the site.
Co-op Community Champion: Brent Morgan
Brent Morgan isn't just a firefighter, he is a Fort St. John resident doing whatever he can in the position he is in to give back to the community.
UPDATE: Fort St. John lawyer accused of sexual assault
A Fort St. John lawyer is in the midst of a trial for sexual assault after a night out in Vancouver in 2020, according to the Vancouver Sun.
Rising Above to host event on understanding addiction
Grand Prairie-based Rising Above Ministries will be hosting an event at the Pomeroy Sport Centre in March on understanding addiction
Court Report: February 20th to 24th
Below are the latest sentences from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek provincial courts from February 20th to 24th, 2023.
PRRD public hearing on zoning bylaw amendment
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) is holding a public hearing to discuss amendments to a zoning bylaw that would change the designation of a property type.Â
Fort St. John has a snow plow named ‘Blizzard of Oz’
During those snow-filled, cold days, residents can hopefully smile at the fact that the City of Fort St. John has a snow plow named "Blizzard of Oz.”
UPDATE: Pool to reopen after mechanical issue
The North Peace Leisure Pool is currently closed due to a mechanical issue with the chlorination system.Â
UPDATE: No injuries in fire outside FSJ Return-It
The local fire department responded to a fire outside the FSJ Return-It building Monday morning.
Hudson’s Hope water treatment plant sourcing Peace River water
The water treatment plant in Hudson’s Hope is running with source water from Peace River, but the operators are facing difficulties.
Arts Council presents Creative Hub update to council
City councillors discussed the proposed Creative Hub with the Fort St. John Arts Council after being presented with a progress report.
Tumbler Ridge YMCA expands childcare services
YMCA BC has announced it will be expanding childcare services in Tumbler Ridge for school-aged children.
Local woman receives BCEHS Vital Link award for saving her husband’s life
A local woman received the BC Emergency Health Services Vital Link Award Tuesday morning for assisting in saving her husband's life last year.
City to purchase new rescue equipment
The Fort St. John Fire Department will soon be receiving new equipment to help in car wreck rescue efforts.Â
Crime Unit deployed after Chetwynd woman found dead
The North District Major Crime Unit (ND MCU) was deployed to Chetwynd on Monday after a woman was found deceased.
24th Annual Bluey Day registration opens Wednesday
The first in-person Bluey Day since 2019 is opening its registration tomorrow to raise funds for the Fort St. John Hospital Foundation.
‘Peace in the North Peace’ opens this Friday
Around 40 local artists will have their work showcased at an upcoming exhibit, highlighting Peace in the North Peace.
Pomeroy sign to be fixed after wind damage
Fort St. John council has instructed staff to have the Pomeroy Sports Centre sign fixed after it was damaged by high winds on February 9th.Â
Local chamber of commerce releases recommendations for OPS site
Amid ongoing conversations in the community on the proposed safe injection site, the local chamber of commerce has released some recommendations for the site.
Co-op Community Champion: Brent Morgan
Brent Morgan isn't just a firefighter, he is a Fort St. John resident doing whatever he can in the position he is in to give back to the community.
UPDATE: Fort St. John lawyer accused of sexual assault
A Fort St. John lawyer is in the midst of a trial for sexual assault after a night out in Vancouver in 2020, according to the Vancouver Sun.
Rising Above to host event on understanding addiction
Grand Prairie-based Rising Above Ministries will be hosting an event at the Pomeroy Sport Centre in March on understanding addiction
Court Report: February 20th to 24th
Below are the latest sentences from the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek provincial courts from February 20th to 24th, 2023.
PRRD public hearing on zoning bylaw amendment
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) is holding a public hearing to discuss amendments to a zoning bylaw that would change the designation of a property type.Â
Fort St. John has a snow plow named ‘Blizzard of Oz’
During those snow-filled, cold days, residents can hopefully smile at the fact that the City of Fort St. John has a snow plow named "Blizzard of Oz.”
UPDATE: Pool to reopen after mechanical issue
The North Peace Leisure Pool is currently closed due to a mechanical issue with the chlorination system.Â
UPDATE: No injuries in fire outside FSJ Return-It
The local fire department responded to a fire outside the FSJ Return-It building Monday morning.
