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Tumbler Ridge shooting victim Maya’s mom says UFC boss offering to fund care

The mother of Tumbler Ridge shooting victim Maya Gebala says Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) president Dana White has offered to pay for her daughter to be treated in California.

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Society reimagines Site C camp conversion after initial idea deemed ‘too complex and costly’

The North Wind Wellness Centre society is looking for support from the Peace River Regional District for its new proposal for converting the BC Hydro Site C workers' camp.

Dawson Creek rancher raises alarm about cut to ‘very important’ Farmers Information Service

Dawson Creek's Talon Gauthier, a director of the BC Cattlemen's Association, is advocating to keep the Farmers Information Service.

PRRD expands regional parks and recreation legislation

The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has expanded the scope of its Regional Parks Service through a new bylaw.

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New agreement moves Coastal GasLink pipeline project closer to second phase

TC Energy has reportedly signed agreements with LNG Canada to expand its Coastal GasLink pipeline.

Fort St. John RCMP apprehend wanted man

Jared McColm, 30, who had been wanted since March 13th in Fort St. John, has now been arrested.

Avalanche risk rated ‘considerable’ to ‘moderate’ following snowfall warning

'Considerable' to 'moderate' avalanche warnings are being reported by Avalanche Canada on March 25th in areas of the Peace River region after recent heavy snowfall.

MP recounts heroism of girl, 12, who passed last message of Tumbler Ridge victim onto his parents

Conservative MP Bob Zimmer called 12-year-old Christina a "hero" after she tried to protect two of her classmates during the Tumbler Ridge school shooting in February 2026.

Dawson Creek reopens warming centre as cold snap persists

The warming centre in Dawson Creek, being operated by the Nawican Friendship Centre, will be open 24/7 until March 27th.

Complications delay Tumbler Ridge shooting victim’s prosthetic skull surgery

Tumbler Ridge school shooting victim Maya Gebala was set to have her fourth surgery, for a prosthetic skull, but it did not go ahead due to complications.

Dawson Creek to champion mental healthcare access in NCLGA resolution

Dawson Creek is choosing to champion mental healthcare access in a resolution to the North Central Local Government Association's 2026 annual general meeting.

Annual high school all-star basketball games to feature local talent

Players from Fort St. John, Dawson Creek and Chetwynd's schools will be on display at the Northwestern Polytechnic Basketball All-Star Games in Grande Prairie on March 26th and 27th.

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PRRD to talk wind energy at local government convention

The Peace River Regional District is raising concerns about wind energy projects in a resolution to the North Central Local Government Association (NCLGA) convention in May 2026.

$6.87M in roadworks projects approved for downtown Fort St. John

The City of Fort St. John has finalized two construction projects totalling $6.87 million for downtown road maintenance and rebuilding.

Setback for Nawican Friendship Centre as it seeks funding for celebration

The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) denied an application by the Nawican Friendship Centre to provide $50,000 of funding for its $60,000 joint celebration in August, but said it would recommend alternative avenues.

Sport centre’s track, play structure and more to close for maintenance and events

Some amenities at Fort St. John's Pomeroy Sport Centre will be unavailable over the next few weeks starting on March 26th.

Fort St. John Arts Council’s annual auction raises $30K for new ‘hub’

Fort St. John Arts Council's 40th annual Art Auction, held on March 7th at the Pomeroy Hotel and Conference Centre, raised $30K for its "art hub."

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Mudfest to return to Dawson Creek in 2026 after international trip

Mudfest is returning to Dawson Creek from July 3rd to 5th, 2026.

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Fort St. John clinic hires two new doctors with capacity for 3,000 new patients

The Fort St. John Family Practice Associates Clinic is accepting up to 3,000 new patients after recruiting two new physicians.

Fort St. John business talks women’s confidence and comfort in denim

The owner of Fort St. John's Scoop and Laine Collective, Bailey Ryder, says many women mistakenly think they can't wear denim.

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