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Two arrested after truck rams cruiser near Dawson Creek
Sometime before 2: 30 a.m on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, an officer spotted a Dodge pickup truck driving on Highway 97 that was believed to...
M.Wright
Jun 29, 20251 min read


Community spirit shined during the Bright Nights in June
The annual three-day event was recently held in the North Peace, showcasing colour and creativity while celebrating culture, talent and...

T.W. Buck
Jun 29, 20251 min read


Peace Villa Expansion Approved for Fort St. John
Residents in northeastern B.C. will soon benefit from more long-term care options, as the business plan for expanding Peace Villa in Fort...
M.Wright
Jun 29, 20252 min read


Chain reaction: Bike theft reports lead to the recovery of stolen merchandise
$1200 worth of merchandise was recovered following the arrest of a bicycle thief in the North Peace. A female was reported to the RCMP...

T.W. Buck
Jun 6, 20251 min read


Possession of imitation firearm charges laid in the North Peace
An imitation firearm was discovered on a suspect whom RCMP had arrested following reports of shoplifting. Photo from media release. Local...

T.W. Buck
Jun 4, 20251 min read


A local athlete is driving dreams and on par for glory
North Peace golfer Levi Fowler will be competing at the 2025 Special Olympics BC Summer Games. Photo of Kim Turney, Levi Fowler and...

T.W. Buck
Jun 4, 20251 min read


#19 Blindscentz
NATIONAL ACCESSIBILITY WEEK National Accessibility Week is from May 25th to May 31. The purpose of the week is to bring awareness of the physical, digital and systematic barriers experienced by Canadians. I would like to share with you what is important to me and just a few of the barriers I experience as a blind abled person. These opinions are my own and do not represent those of other blind individuals. I would like to access my community in a way that is safe. I wan

Edwina Nearhood
Jun 4, 20253 min read


Hair today, gone tomorrow at the 26th annual Bluey Day
The North Peace community spirit was shining bright as the Bluey Day fundraiser surpassed their targeted goal of $100,000. Photos...

T.W. Buck
Jun 4, 20251 min read


Our Beloved Queen
The king is dead long live the queen. When I watched the King arriving by plane in Canada recently, it reminded me of when his parents...

Submitted
Jun 1, 20252 min read


Something to smile about!
More than $32,000 raised this year in the North Peace during the Smile Cookie Campaign. Supplied photos Paying it Forward was the theme...

T.W. Buck
May 19, 20251 min read


Suspect acquired after shots fired in FSJ
Multiple reports of shots fired in the North Peace have resulted in the arrest of Kelly Shular. A suspect has been identified in a home...

T.W. Buck
May 19, 20252 min read


More than $4 million rewarded to City to reduce flood risks
The City of Fort St. John has received $4.2 million to reduce flood risks from various hazards in a changing climate. These funds from...

T.W. Buck
May 19, 20252 min read


Celebrating the heart of healthcare
National Nursing Week honoured the woman and men who play vital roles in our health care system May 12 – 18. There are many types of...

T.W. Buck
May 19, 20251 min read


Fire ban enacted amid rising risk
The Prince George Fire Centre has enacted a fire prohibition which began on May 16 throughout the Peace region. A prohibition for...

T.W. Buck
May 19, 20251 min read


Weekly Horoscope
Brought to you by the spirit of the Peace region—where the skies are big, the roots run deep, and the stars still shine bright. Aries...

T.W. Buck
May 19, 20252 min read


Street banner design competition winners announced!
The FSJ Arts Council and the City announced five winners for a street banner art competition recently. The City of Fort St. John held a...

T.W. Buck
May 19, 20251 min read


North Peace Secondary School students win gold!
Two students from Fort St. John are bringing home the gold medal for a provincial skills competition that recently took place. Photo from...

T.W. Buck
May 13, 20251 min read


Business After 5 with the FSJ Hospital Foundation
An immersive tour of the Fort St. John hospital was held recently in the North Peace, which provided guests with a deeper understanding...

T.W. Buck
May 13, 20252 min read


Red Dress Day in the Peace
Monday, May 5th was the 15 annual Red Dress Day, continuing to raise awareness for murdered and missing Indigenous women and girls. Photo...

T.W. Buck
May 13, 20252 min read


Investigating the Fish Creek Fire
The City has declared the recent fire in Fish Creek will be thoroughly investigated as the suspected cause of the blaze was human....

T.W. Buck
May 9, 20252 min read
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