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Erstine Lake wildfire grows to 40 hectares

BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) has reported a wildfire in the Erstine Lake area now measuring 40 hectares.

Downtown Eastside social housing project expands to four lots, with health services

Pro-Palestinian protesters vow to fight on, as numbers dwindle at B.C. encampment

National speed skating competitions return to Fort St. John

Fort St. John is among 11 communities across Canada that will be hosting national-level speed skating competitions for the 2024-25 season.

Northern Health, Adrian Dix respond to criticisms after Dawson Creek hospital ER closure

Northern Health and the Ministry of Health have responded to criticisms from Peace River South MLA Mike Bernier after a surprise emergency department closure in Dawson Creek this week.

Provincial jobs increase despite economic headwinds

The Ministry of Jobs, Economic Development and Innovation has released the Labour Force Survey results for June, showcasing an overall increase in jobs across the province. 

Fort Nelson ER diverted again due to nursing shortage this weekend

Northern Health announced Fort Nelson General Hospital’s emergency department will be diverted on Friday morning and continue into the weekend.

Silverberry Secure Landfill to possibly undergo new management

SECURE Energy Services Inc. has applied to the B.C. Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) to transfer the environment assessment certificate for Silverberry Secure Landfill north of Fort St. John.

Dawson Creek’s Slice of Summer returns in 2024

The City of Dawson Creek’s recreational department announced the return of Slice of Summer Park n’ Play days for 2024 in a release on July 3rd.

Federal government announces $19M for Science World upgrades in B.C.

Evan Saugstad: You Paying Your Fair Share?

Peace region resident Evan Saugstad shares his thoughts on the capital gains tax increase.

Fort St. John raceway seeks volunteers for July races

Northern Lights Raceway is appealing to race fans and the public for volunteers for races scheduled from July 6th to July 8th.

Tumbler Ridge receives report on controlled burn activities from BCWS

The District of Tumbler Ridge received a report regarding controlled burns from the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS). 

UPDATE: Severe Thunderstorm Watch over in Fort St. John and Fort Nelson

Environment Canada is warning North Peace residents to expect some potentially extreme weather Wednesday night.

Fort St. John Curling Club highlights growth in membership among the community

Representatives of the Fort St. John Curling Club presented to the council the club's highlights and accomplishments in recent years. 

UPDATED: Fort St. John Co-op cardlock systems operating

Cardlock systems are down again at both Fort St. John Co-op locations.

B.C. ranch-owning pilot dead, two passengers injured in private helicopter crash

Vancouver home sales fall 19 per cent in June as inventory continues to build: board

Dawson Creek RCMP alleges Alberta woman went on crime spree in last week of June

Dawson Creek RCMP say the department had four occurrences with a woman from Alberta over three days. 

Register Now for Saulteau’s Healing the Land Conference

Early bird registration has begun for Saulteau First Nations’ “Healing the Land” conference scheduled for this fall.