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PRRHD tax adjustment incoming for Dawson Creek hospital

The PRRHD has announced a “proactive” tax adjustment to support the Dawson Creek hospital replacement project.

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PRRD confirms topics for meeting with Attorney General

The PRRD has confirmed the topics they will speak to the Attorney General and Solicitor General about at their meeting in Victoria. 

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Shady Acres residents bringing awareness on dangerous water

Residents of Shady Acres have been dealing with water issues since 2019, and a meeting held on March 7th hopes to spark change and awareness.

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Baldonnel private school ranked top 100 in province

A Baldonnel private school is among the top 100 schools in the province, according to the Fraser Institute’s annual elementary school rankings.

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Fort St. John receiving over $5 million

Fort St. John will receive over $5 million of the $14 million being provided to Northeast B.C. communities through the province’s Growing Communities Fund.

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PRRD to host community meeting in Rose Prairie

The PRRD is planning to host a community meeting to give Area B residents an update on the Rose Prairie water station.

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Sperling officially declared Area C director

Brad Sperling will be sworn in as the Area C director on March 7th.

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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. 

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Brad Sperling reelected as Area C director

Brad Sperling has been reelected as the Area C director

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RCMP attempting to remedy theft

Residents are noticing higher rates of thefts in recent years and are looking to the RCMP for answers.

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Second advance voting for Area C by-election open

The last advance voting opportunity for the Area C by-election opened Wednesday at the Pomeroy Sports Centre. 

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Upper Pine Gospel Chapel continues services

After the Upper Pine Gospel Chapel burned down in early 2023, services continue as the board deals with insurance.

Taylor, PRRD receiving funding for firefighting equipment, training

Taylor and the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) are receiving funding for firefighter equipment and training through the B.C. Government.

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Grizzly Bear most dangerous animal in B.C.
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Advanced voting for Area C by-election available today

Advanced voting for the Area C by-election opened today at the Pomeroy Sports Centre. 

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Freezing rain warning issued for Peace River region

Environment Canada has issued a freezing warning for the B.C. Peace River region from Thursday night until Friday morning.

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Upper Halfway Elementary getting new gym

The installation of walls for Upper Halfway Elementary’s new gym began this week. 

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PRRD updates Board of Variance bylaw 
PRRD approves new plan for invasive plants

The Peace River Regional District has approved a new strategic plan to handle invasive plants in the area. 

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Prespatou water station offline
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