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Suspect in custody after alleged armed break and enter
On Sunday, June 15, at about 4: 49 a.m. RCMP received a report of a break and enter. The report stated a male had broken into the...
M.Wright
4 days ago2 min read
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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
4 days ago1 min read
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A new beginning: Ground broken on Canada’s first Indigenous Healing Centre
Northeastern B.C. residents are one step closer to having a new addictions treatment and recovery Centre open its doors in their...
M.Wright
4 days ago3 min read
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Sawdust and skill at Chainsaw Carving Championship
The annual Chetwynd Chainsaw Championship is back June 5-7th 8:00am – 6:00pm, and June 8th 8:00am – 1:00pm. Photos from a previous...

T.W. Buck
Jun 41 min read
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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 191 min read
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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 191 min read
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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 192 min read
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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 132 min read
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'Ringing out' ceremony held to honour Captain Ken Reitsma in Dawson Creek
Captain Ken Reitsma has officially retired after a 34-year career with the Dawson Creek Fire Department. Photo supplied by the Dawson...

T.W. Buck
May 91 min read
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RCMP identify victim in DC homicide
A recent suspicious death in Dawson Creek which occurred earlier in April is now being considered a homicide according to RCMP A photo of...

T.W. Buck
Apr 261 min read
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Preparing for the wildfire season around the corner
Firefighters across the region gather for pre-season training in preparation for 2025 wildfires. Hundreds of firefighters from municipal...

T.W. Buck
Apr 161 min read
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Dawson Creek death under investigation
On Monday, April 14, 2025, Dawson Creek RCMP discovered human remains. Â The circumstances surrounding the death are considered...

T.W. Buck
Apr 151 min read
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RCMP recruiting in the Peace
April 3, 2025 Â From April 10 to 13, 2025, RCMP recruiters will be visiting Fort St. John to host a series of interactive sessions,...

T.W. Buck
Apr 41 min read
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Firearms Trafficking Investigation Results in Multiple Charges
April 3, 2025 Â 18 criminal charges have been laid against a 43-year-old Dawson Creek man following a firearms trafficking investigation....

T.W. Buck
Apr 31 min read
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Have you seen this vehicle?
April 3, 2025, Â The Dawson Creek RCMP are requesting assistance in identifying a vehicle that struck a pedestrian. Photo from RCMP media...

T.W. Buck
Apr 31 min read
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Provincial health officer claims respiratory illness season is over
British Columbia’s provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry declares the end of respiratory illness season. In a statement released on...

T.W. Buck
Apr 12 min read
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B.C. says goodbye to consumer carbon tax
With the removal of the consumer carbon tax in British Columbia, people will experience instant savings. Submitted photo from Shaun Kelly...

T.W. Buck
Apr 12 min read
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King Charles III’s Coronation Medals were presented to deserving residents in the Peace recently
Individuals from the Peace Region received their medals from Bob Zimmer, recognizing their valuable service and contributions to their...

T.W. Buck
Mar 233 min read
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One day you're wanted, next day you're caught.
A wanted man in the Peace Region was apprehended by frontline police officers after attempting to break into a truck in a Fort St. John...

T.W. Buck
Mar 222 min read
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PRRD Launches Public Engagement for New Regional Zoning Bylaw Initiative
The PRRD is working on a new Regional Zoning Bylaw to replace the five existing zoning bylaws according to a media release, some of which...

T.W. Buck
Mar 221 min read
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