Northern Lights Rodeo squad crowned best in Canada
the Canadian College Rodeo Association varsity national championships took place from May 1st to May 3rd in Alberta.
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Residents advised to plan ahead of temporary water station outages
Two water stations in Goodlow will experience temporary service disruptions in June 2026.
BC Wildfire Service warns ‘spring dip’ to brings burn bans to Prince George Fire Centre next week
The BC Wildfire Service has stated it expects to issue burn bans for the Pringe George Fire Centre next week due to ongoing warm temperatures and dry conditions during the annual "spring dip."
Former Tsay Keh Dene manager sentenced for insurance fraud
A former human resources manager with the Tsay Keh Dene First Nation pleaded guilty April 22 to defrauding an insurance company of almost $18,000.
North Peace People’s Choice Awards 2026 Winners
Here are the winners of the 2026 North Peace People's Choice Awards presented by RE/MAX. These winners were voted by the people.
Video Peace River Regional District Quarterly Update – March 2026
Caitlin is joined by Peace River Regional District Board Chair Brad Sperling to learn what the district has been up to in the beginning of 2026
(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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Innergex moves forward with two Peace region wind energy projects
Innergex has updated the Peace River Regional District about the Stewart Creek and Bessie wind projects.
Video This Week in the Peace – PRRD Board Chair
On this episode of This Week in the Peace, we get an update from Peace River Regional District Board Chair Brad Sperling
PRRD approves $130.81 million budget for hospital district
The Peace River Regional District has approved the regional hospital district's $130 million annual budget for 2026.
Petition launched to amend Criminal Code for ‘stronger public safety’
The City of Prince George is petitioning the House of Commons to amend the Criminal Code of Canada and better support the legal system.
B.C. reveals number of U.S.-trained healthcare professionals recruited amid campaign
B.C. has announced over 400 healthcare professionals from the U.S. have been recruited to work in the province since March 2025, of which 31 are headed to work for Northern Health.
B.C. Conservatives leader candidate talks energy and healthcare in Fort St. John visit
Iain Black is a former MLA and CEO running for the Conservative Party of B.C. leadership position, who visited Fort St. John in March 2026.
Price will not be only consideration selecting contractors to build, design new pool, city says
The City of Fort St. John intends to use an “integrated project delivery procurement model” to select bids for the new pool, which is a move away from choosing the cheapest contractor that met the project’s standards.
Measles cases remain static across B.C. in latest report
The BC Centre for Disease Control has reported no increases in measles cases in its second weekly report of March 2026 on the 12th.
PRRD offers $250,000 towards new Foundry in Fort St. John
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has tentatively agreed to offer Foundry Fort St. John $250,000 in funding.
Residents advised to plan ahead of temporary water station outages
Two water stations in Goodlow will experience temporary service disruptions in June 2026.
BC Wildfire Service warns ‘spring dip’ to brings burn bans to Prince George Fire Centre next week
The BC Wildfire Service has stated it expects to issue burn bans for the Pringe George Fire Centre next week due to ongoing warm temperatures and dry conditions during the annual "spring dip."
Former Tsay Keh Dene manager sentenced for insurance fraud
A former human resources manager with the Tsay Keh Dene First Nation pleaded guilty April 22 to defrauding an insurance company of almost $18,000.
North Peace People’s Choice Awards 2026 Winners
Here are the winners of the 2026 North Peace People's Choice Awards presented by RE/MAX. These winners were voted by the people.
Video Peace River Regional District Quarterly Update – March 2026
Caitlin is joined by Peace River Regional District Board Chair Brad Sperling to learn what the district has been up to in the beginning of 2026
(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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Innergex moves forward with two Peace region wind energy projects
Innergex has updated the Peace River Regional District about the Stewart Creek and Bessie wind projects.
Video This Week in the Peace – PRRD Board Chair
On this episode of This Week in the Peace, we get an update from Peace River Regional District Board Chair Brad Sperling
PRRD approves $130.81 million budget for hospital district
The Peace River Regional District has approved the regional hospital district's $130 million annual budget for 2026.
Petition launched to amend Criminal Code for ‘stronger public safety’
The City of Prince George is petitioning the House of Commons to amend the Criminal Code of Canada and better support the legal system.
B.C. reveals number of U.S.-trained healthcare professionals recruited amid campaign
B.C. has announced over 400 healthcare professionals from the U.S. have been recruited to work in the province since March 2025, of which 31 are headed to work for Northern Health.
B.C. Conservatives leader candidate talks energy and healthcare in Fort St. John visit
Iain Black is a former MLA and CEO running for the Conservative Party of B.C. leadership position, who visited Fort St. John in March 2026.
Price will not be only consideration selecting contractors to build, design new pool, city says
The City of Fort St. John intends to use an “integrated project delivery procurement model” to select bids for the new pool, which is a move away from choosing the cheapest contractor that met the project’s standards.
Measles cases remain static across B.C. in latest report
The BC Centre for Disease Control has reported no increases in measles cases in its second weekly report of March 2026 on the 12th.
PRRD offers $250,000 towards new Foundry in Fort St. John
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has tentatively agreed to offer Foundry Fort St. John $250,000 in funding.
