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United States crews joining Donnie Creek firefighting

An American hotshot crew of approximately 20 people arrived on Wednesday to assist on the record-breaking Donnie Creek wildfire, with another team arriving Thursday.

West Kiskatinaw fire smoke above trees on a blue sky.
Warmer weather may cause aggressive fire behaviour in South Peace

Aggressive fire behaviour may take place for the wildfires in the South Peace due to a string of warmer days expected.

Tse’k’wa society receives $400,000 on National Indigenous Peoples Day

On a day celebrating the history, heritage and resilience of First Nations, the Tse’k’wa Heritage Society received $400,000 that will be used to make the historic site in Charlie Lake fully accessible for visitors.

Cover photo for a letter from Adam Reaburn
News is disappearing from your Facebook feed

Our General Manager Adam Reaburn shares information on how news is disappearing from your Facebook feed and how that will impact you.

Crews continue work on fires near Tumbler Ridge

Crews continue working on the South Peace Complex, consisting of the West Kiskatinaw River and Peavine Creek fires.

A fire and smoke burning before a road and a large evergreen forest.
Record-breaking Donnie Creek wildfire continues to grow

The record-breaking Donnie Creek wildfire continues to grow and is approximately 553,360 hectares.

Tse’k’wa, Fort Nelson facilities receive funding for accessibility upgrades

Tse'k'wa and two Fort Nelson facilities are among 14 tourism operations in northern B.C. to receive funding for accessibility accommodations.

An aerial view of the City of Fort St. John.
Fort St. John property taxes due July 4th

Fort St. John property taxes and applications for homeowners grants are due July 4th. 

A grey and white map showing the areas of B.C. being affected by June 20th's smokey skies bulletin.
Special air quality statement reissued for Peace River region, Fort Nelson

Due to the wildfire smoke in the area, a special air quality statement has been reissued in Northeastern B.C., including Fort St. John.

Stage North headed to Surrey for MainStage

The Peace River Zone Theatre Festival wrapped up at North Peace Secondary School earlier in June, and Stage North will be headed to provincials in Surrey next month.

Donnie Creek, Tommy Lakes Evacuation Order downgraded

Donnie Creek and Tommy Lakes Evacuation Order #6 has been cancelled by the Peace River Regional District (PRRD).

Bo Hedges competing with Team Canada. (Wheelchair Basketball Canada)
Team Canada men’s wheelchair basketball finishes sixth at IWBF World Championships

Team Canada men’s wheelchair basketball team finished in sixth place at the IWBF World Championships in Dubai.

Aerial view of Fort Nelson. (Fort Nelson Chamber of Commerce)
NRRM applies for UBCM funding for social, housing, transportation needs strategy

 The NRRM applied to the UBCM Complete Communities Program for up to $150,000 in funding to support social, housing, and transportation needs.

Injured employees had complained of long commutes prior to bus crash: union
Peavine Creek wildfire now being held

The Peavine Creek wildfire is now being held, meaning the fire is not likely to spread beyond predetermined boundaries under current conditions, according to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS). 

A picture of the Donnie Creek wildfire taken from the air.
Donnie Creek wildfire now largest in B.C.’s history

The Donnie Creek wildfire has become the largest wildfire in the province’s history at 534,388 hectares.

A green, white and red map showing the air quality statement has ended in northeastern B.C.
Special air quality statement ends for Peace River region, Fort Nelson

The special air quality statement issued on June 8th has ended for northeast British Columbia.

Northern Health has signed a long-term lease agreement for the property located at 10067 – 100 Avenue.
Northern Health moving ahead with health services centre

Despite opposition, Northern Health will move ahead with a health services centre at 10067 - 100 Avenue in Fort St. John.

All but one person injured in B.C. bus crash discharged from hospital
Explore Tse’K’wa’s 12,000-year history on June 21st

Attendees will have the opportunity to access the historic Tse'K'wa cave through the site's new interpretive trail

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