‘It’s an honour’: Grande Prairie STARS members awarded for Tumbler Ridge response
Two Grande Prairie STARS members were recognized for their work during the Tumbler Ridge school shooting and were awarded on April 14th.
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Local realtor selected as director for BC Northern Real Estate Board
Zara Geelen was named one of six directors for 2026-2027 by the BC Northern Real Estate Board, according to a press release on April 13th.
Youth Athlete of the Month returns, powered by Fort Motors
Each monthly winner of Fort Motors' Youth Athlete of the Month will receive a $100 gift card to Ernie’s Sports Experts and have their story published online courtesy of Energeticcity.ca.
Peace region load restrictions now in effect 24 hours a day
Weight restrictions for Peace region truckers have been extended to 24 hours a day from April 9th, after previously only being enforced between 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Guild distributes quilts made to spread love to Tumbler Ridge
Quilters province-wide sent pieces to Tumbler Ridge after an appeal in the wake of the tragedy in February.
Snowfall, ‘rapidly changing’ weather expected, says Environment Canada
Heavy snowfall is expected in northern B.C. on April 6th, according to a weather alert from Environment Canada.
Tumbler Ridge misses top Kraft Hockeyville prize
The District of Tumbler Ridge lost out to the town of Taber, Alberta, which will get $250,000 toward arena upgrades and an NHL pre-season game. As runner up, Tumbler Ridge will be given $100,000 instead.
Tumbler Ridge makes friendly wager with fellow Kraft Hockeyville finalist ahead of winner announcement
The town of Taber, Alberta and Tumbler Ridge made a friendly hockey jersey bet on the outcome of Kraft Hockeyville.
Applications open for Tumbler Ridge Scholarship Program
The District of Tumbler is asking for applications for its 2026 scholarship program. The deadline to apply is May 15th.
Tumbler Ridge RCMP dispel rumours around 20 seized firearms
Tumbler Ridge RCMP officers have destroyed 20 seized firearms as part of a routine operation. They are not related to the mass shooting in February.
Session on understanding youth trauma to be held in Tumbler Ridge
Safer Schools Together, in partnership with BC Childrens Hospital's Mental Compass, will be hosting the youth trauma support session on April 1st, 2026.
‘Hold her close and never let go’: Tumbler Ridge victim makes strides towards recovery
David Gebala has been able to hug his daughter, Maya Gebala, for the first time since she suffered gunshot wounds to her head and neck as a result of the February 10th attack at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School.
Northeast B.C. communities to be given $86,000 for firefighting equipment
Tumbler Ridge, Pouce Coupe and the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality are the communities in northeast B.C. to receive funding for firefighting equipment from the Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness.
Tumbler Ridge Raptors invite police to skate-off as district awaits Kraft Hockeyville result
The Tumbler Ridge RCMP detachment had a skating session and slap-shot competition against members of the Tumbler Ridge Minor Hockey Association club, the Raptors.
Warning of up to 10 cm of snowfall in Tumbler Ridge, says Environment Canada
Environment Canada says as much as 10 centimetres of snow could fall in Tumbler Ridge overnight from March 29th to 30th.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Local realtor selected as director for BC Northern Real Estate Board
Zara Geelen was named one of six directors for 2026-2027 by the BC Northern Real Estate Board, according to a press release on April 13th.
Youth Athlete of the Month returns, powered by Fort Motors
Each monthly winner of Fort Motors' Youth Athlete of the Month will receive a $100 gift card to Ernie’s Sports Experts and have their story published online courtesy of Energeticcity.ca.
Peace region load restrictions now in effect 24 hours a day
Weight restrictions for Peace region truckers have been extended to 24 hours a day from April 9th, after previously only being enforced between 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Guild distributes quilts made to spread love to Tumbler Ridge
Quilters province-wide sent pieces to Tumbler Ridge after an appeal in the wake of the tragedy in February.
Snowfall, ‘rapidly changing’ weather expected, says Environment Canada
Heavy snowfall is expected in northern B.C. on April 6th, according to a weather alert from Environment Canada.
Tumbler Ridge misses top Kraft Hockeyville prize
The District of Tumbler Ridge lost out to the town of Taber, Alberta, which will get $250,000 toward arena upgrades and an NHL pre-season game. As runner up, Tumbler Ridge will be given $100,000 instead.
Tumbler Ridge makes friendly wager with fellow Kraft Hockeyville finalist ahead of winner announcement
The town of Taber, Alberta and Tumbler Ridge made a friendly hockey jersey bet on the outcome of Kraft Hockeyville.
Applications open for Tumbler Ridge Scholarship Program
The District of Tumbler is asking for applications for its 2026 scholarship program. The deadline to apply is May 15th.
Tumbler Ridge RCMP dispel rumours around 20 seized firearms
Tumbler Ridge RCMP officers have destroyed 20 seized firearms as part of a routine operation. They are not related to the mass shooting in February.
Session on understanding youth trauma to be held in Tumbler Ridge
Safer Schools Together, in partnership with BC Childrens Hospital's Mental Compass, will be hosting the youth trauma support session on April 1st, 2026.
‘Hold her close and never let go’: Tumbler Ridge victim makes strides towards recovery
David Gebala has been able to hug his daughter, Maya Gebala, for the first time since she suffered gunshot wounds to her head and neck as a result of the February 10th attack at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School.
Northeast B.C. communities to be given $86,000 for firefighting equipment
Tumbler Ridge, Pouce Coupe and the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality are the communities in northeast B.C. to receive funding for firefighting equipment from the Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness.
Tumbler Ridge Raptors invite police to skate-off as district awaits Kraft Hockeyville result
The Tumbler Ridge RCMP detachment had a skating session and slap-shot competition against members of the Tumbler Ridge Minor Hockey Association club, the Raptors.
Warning of up to 10 cm of snowfall in Tumbler Ridge, says Environment Canada
Environment Canada says as much as 10 centimetres of snow could fall in Tumbler Ridge overnight from March 29th to 30th.
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.
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.
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.
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.
