Fort Nelson store of more than four decades to close forever
Fort Nelson's Style Rite, also known as the "workhorse warehouse," is set to shutter at the end of March 2026 after 46 years.
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Taylor’s Business Facade Improvement Program now open for applications
Organizations that apply to the District of Taylor's Business Façade Improvement Program must have a complete business plan with photos.
South Peace Scouts to ‘scout’ Dawson Creek neighbourhoods for Christmas trees pick up
The 1st South Peace Scouts will be picking Christmas trees from Dawson Creek neighbourhoods on January 10th from 8 a.m.
Whiskey Pickle pub re-applies to expand patron capacity
The Whiskey Pickle pub in Dawson Creek has applied to expand its patron and staff capacity from 24 to 70 people.
No let up in speeding violations in winter conditions, ICBC data reveals
The Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) tabulated data from January to June 2025 which suggests speeding is just as prominent in winter months.
Tourmaline renews free Sunday swims at North Peace Leisure Pool for another year
Tourmaline Oil's renewed sponsorship means free swims at the North Peace Leisure Pool will continue every Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in 2026.
Huskies begin marathon final month by scoring 23 goals in three games
The Fort St. John Huskies netted 23 goals in three Strike Group North West Junior Hockey League (NWJHL) matchups from January 2nd to 4th, 2026.
Fort St. John property assessment values rise slightly for 2026
According to BC Assessment, the overall value for a singe-family home in Fort St. John has seen a two per cent increase.
Taylor woman calls for quicker plowing of Highway 97 turn lanes
A Taylor driver is calling for quicker plowing of turn lanes into Fort St. John from Highway 97 as the region faces heavy snowfall.
Energeticcity.ca Weekly Review: Looking Back at 2025
In this edition of the Weekly Review, we take a look back at 2025 and get ready for 2026. Plus, the most-read stories of the week.
Fort St. John Senior Flyers finalize rescheduled game versus Spirit River
The Fort St. John Senior Flyers' game against the Spirit River Rangers, originally to be played in December, will be made up on January 7th at the North Peace Arena.
Dawson Creek pub applies to expand patron capacity
The Whiskey Pickle pub has applied for a permanent increase in the number of patrons allowed in its licensed service area, from 24 to 45.
Oil and gas worker launches not-for-profit free job board for trades industry
Tim Mason recently launched CrewedUp, a not-for-profit job board designed specifically for workers and employers in the oil and gas and trades sectors.
City to schedule referendum on new pool in late 2026
The City of Fort St. John intends to hold a referendum on a new pool in October 2026, once designs and cost estimates are announced.
‘Terrible tragedy’: Snowmobiler dies in avalanche near Tumbler Ridge
Three snowmobilers were in the Bullmoose riding area near Tumbler Ridge when one of them was buried by an avalanche in a fatal incident on December 30th, 2025.
Wildlife society theorizes burned bear ‘hibernated in slash wood pile’ as its condition improves
The bear - rescued near Dawson Creek - was likely burned while attempting to hibernate in a slash pile, according to Northern Lights Wildlife Society manager.
Registration set to close for 2026’s first long-track speed skating time trial
The Fort St. John Speed Skating Club's time trials - including on January 3rd - are race prep for future meets, such as the BC Long Track Championships in January.
Planned outages to affect over 400 BC Hydro customers in Fort St. John
BC Hydro has scheduled two outages in Fort St. John, one on January 6th and the other on January 13th, 2025.
Fort St. John fireworks display to ring in New Year’s Eve
Fort St. John's early fireworks display can be seen from the field northeast of the Fort St. John Hospital from 8 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. on December 31st.
Fort St. John mayor reflects on 2025, outlines major projects ahead
Mayor Lilia Hansen said residents can expect “significant progress” in 2026 with major projects such as the new water reservoir and pool.
