Peace Region

NRRM opens conversation on potential Rainbow Lake connector

The NRRM met with Rainbow Lake, High Level, and Mackenzie county councils to begin discussions on the Rainbow Lake connector road.

Kiara Agnew’s body returning to Canada

The body of a Dawson Creek woman killed in Mexico a few weeks ago is flying back to Canada on Thursday.

Northern Health responds to “inappropriate” learning materials handed out at Fort Nelson school

Northern Health recently sent out a response to parents’ concerns surrounding explicit cards being handed out at Fort Nelson Secondary School.

Northeast B.C. students take part in Skills Canada

Students from across northeast B.C. gained knowledge on their potential career paths during a Skills Canada competition earlier this month in Dawson Creek.

NRRM to obtain housing for new physician

The NRRM had closed discussions concerning obtaining a house for a doctor set to arrive in  the community later this year.

Earthquakes felt in Peace Region

Video VIDEO: Salvation Army Food Truck initiative’s torch is passed to CDN Controls

The Salvation Army food truck initiative’s annual Pass the Torch event took place today.

Muslims in Fort St. John prepare for Ramadan

The Peace River Muslim Association in Fort St. John will celebrate the most sacred month in Islamic culture by strengthening their faith and spreading harmony.

Northern Vac Walking Track closing for ice removal, floor installation

The Northern Vac Walking Track will be closed from March 20th to 26th, and residents aren’t happy.

CDN Controls new sponsors for Food Bank truck

The Salvation Army has a new business sponsoring their food bank truck that collects between 200 to 300 meals every day from Site C.

Eight local boxers headed to Beatty Beatdown

Eight local boxers representing Fivestar Boxing Academy are heading to Grande Prairie this weekend to compete in the second annual Beatty Beatdown.

Kathy Kruk wins FSJ Hospital Foundation 50/50

Fort St. John resident Kathy Kruk has received over $5,000 after winning the FSJ Hospital Foundation’s 50/50 draw.

Chamber provides update to council

Fort St. John Chamber of Commerce CEO Kathleen Connolly provided Fort St. John City Council with an update on upcoming chamber events. 

Duncan Cran Elementary Arctic Winter Games underway

For the first time since 2019, Duncan Cran is hosting its own Arctic Winter Games to raise cultural awareness and self-esteem.

Firefighters Charitable Society benefitting from Doughnation Day

A local business is raising funds for the Fort St. John Firefighters Charitable Society.

Therapy dog program expanding into Peace region

A therapy dog program is expanding into the Peace region to those in need of comfort and companionship in the community.

Peace River Motorsports Association holds first-ever Ice-X event

The Peace Region Motorsports Association (PRMA) held its first-ever Ice-X racing event on Charlie Lake last Sunday. 

Council awards $8.2 million tender for 100th Street redevelopment

The City of Fort St. John has awarded the $8.2 million tender for Phase Four of the 100th Street Corridor Redevelopment project. 

Phase 1 of Hudson’s Hope water treatment plant completed

Phase 1 of the water treatment plant's return to Peace River water source has been completed as of March 1st, according to Hudson’s Hope’s mayor.