Fort Nelson First Nation issues evacuation alert for Fontas area
Fort Nelson First Nation (FNFN) has issued an evacuation alert for residents within the area of the Fontas River, telling people to be “ready at a moment’s notice” to leave.
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Pride society explains celebration season’s importance after MLA’s ‘woke indoctrination’ comment
Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy called pride season "woke indoctrination" in social media post.
(UPDATE) Power outages around Dawson Creek resolved
Power outages have been reported in and around Dawson Creek.
PRRD offers online grant writing courses and workshops to non-profits
The Peace River Regional District in partnership Clear Course Consulting is offering free online grant writing courses and workshops for non-profits.
Canada Day 2025 event organizers offered micro-grants up to $1k
Local businesses and organizations celebrating Canada Day 2025 can apply for a one-time micro-grant of up to $1,000 from the City of Fort St. John.
‘I appreciate everyone’: Community rallies after husband and father’s terminal diagnosis
The Fort St. John community is fundraising to help Tony Lloyd, who has been diagnosed with glioblastoma - a fast-growing brain tumour.
Prophet River track athlete to participate in high school provincials
Chanelle Chipesia-Burton of Prophet River First Nation will be among nine members from Fort Nelson Secondary School (FNSS) to take part in the BC High School Track and Field Championships in Langley.
Drivers warned of traffic circle closure coming to Dawson Creek
The traffic circle connecting Highway 2 (Alaska Avenue), Highway 49 and 8th Street in Dawson Creek will be closed on Tuesday, June 3rd, from 4 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Etcho Creek wildfire grows to 70,000+ hectares
The Etcho Creek wildfire - the largest so far in the province - has grown beyond 70,000 hectares.
Energeticcity.ca Weekly Review: Get Ready for Summer Events
In this edition of the Weekly Review, get ready for summer events across the Peace region. Plus, the most-read stories of the week.
ESS for Kiskatinaw River wildfire evacuees renewing throughout weekend
Evacuees displaced by the Kiskatinaw River wildfire are being advised that the City of Dawson Creek is renewing its Emergency Support Services (ESS) this weekend.
Area restriction issued for Pocket Knife Creek wildfire
An area restriction has been issued because of the ongoing blaze in the Fort St. John fire zone.
Several wildfires in Fort Nelson area expand
Several wildfires in the Fort Nelson zone have grown, according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS).
Dozens of firefighters assigned to tackle Kiskatinaw River blaze, says BCWS
The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) blames the rapid growth of the Kiskatinaw River wildfire on warmer-than-usual temperatures and strong winds across central and northern B.C. over the last 24 hours.
Cyclist overcomes flat tire and gusty winds to win Blizzard Bicycle Club time trial
Winds of up to 57 km/h welcomed riders on Thursday, May 30th for the event, a 16-kilometre race to round out the month at Baldonnel Elementary School, with a statement from the club saying riders “had their hands full.”
Hudson’s Hope among several areas earmarked for road resurfacing
A 35-kilometre stretch of Highway 29 from Hudson's Hope to Canyon Drive is designated for "recycling asphalt surfacing."
