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Dawson Creek death under investigation
On Monday, April 14, 2025, Dawson Creek RCMP discovered human remains. The circumstances surrounding the death are considered...

T.W. Buck
Apr 15, 20251 min read


RCMP recruiting in the Peace
April 3, 2025 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 4, 20251 min read


Firearms Trafficking Investigation Results in Multiple Charges
April 3, 2025 18 criminal charges have been laid against a 43-year-old Dawson Creek man following a firearms trafficking investigation....

T.W. Buck
Apr 3, 20251 min read


Have you seen this vehicle?
April 3, 2025, The Dawson Creek RCMP are requesting assistance in identifying a vehicle that struck a pedestrian. Photo from RCMP media...

T.W. Buck
Apr 3, 20251 min read


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 1, 20252 min read


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 1, 20252 min read


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 23, 20253 min read


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 22, 20252 min read


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 22, 20251 min read


More charges laid related to murder in Dawson Creek
Nolan Douglas Schmidt, 23, is now facing multiple new charges after he was charged with second-degree murder following a shooting in the...

T.W. Buck
Feb 28, 20251 min read


Peace Region represented at Skills Canada British Columbia (SCBC)
The provincial competition of Skills Canada British Columbia (SCBC) is being held on April 16, in Abbotsford, BC. Supplied photos The...

T.W. Buck
Feb 23, 20252 min read


Blindscentz
Eighty Characters I was recently building a social media platform. I was required to include a short biography of eighty characters. I...

Edwina Nearhood
Feb 23, 20252 min read


RCMP continue to investigate the murder of Lance Patterson
As the investigation into the murder of Lance Patterson continues, the police are now asking for the public’s help. Photo from RCMP media...

T.W. Buck
Feb 10, 20252 min read


Solstice 2024
Celebrating the Dark Winter Solstice has so much more meaning for me now. On this longest night, as I reflect on the past, it seems to me...

Edwina Nearhood
Dec 31, 20242 min read


The Ever-Changing Energy Policies of BC
Bear Flat Dispatch December 22, 2024 The BC Government recently announced 9 new wind projects to be built that will produce almost the...
Ken Boon
Dec 31, 20243 min read


22 new cameras added to DriveBC
In 2024, new technology enabled DriveBC to install 22 additional cameras, providing 37 more views to enhance motorist safety,...

T.W. Buck
Dec 31, 20242 min read


The province reflects on wildfires and building climate resiliency
The BC Wildfire Service collaborated with individuals and communities in 2024, across British Columbia to combat wildfires and strengthen...

T.W. Buck
Dec 31, 20242 min read


How many trees were planted in B.C throughout 2024?
Provincial efforts saw more than 280 million trees planted throughout BC’s forests during 2024. Caring for B.C.'s forests has...

T.W. Buck
Dec 31, 20242 min read


New funding aims to attract more veterinarians to rural areas in British Columbia
A new program will help draw in and keep livestock veterinarians in rural areas of the province while providing ranchers and farmers with...

T.W. Buck
Dec 16, 20242 min read


The Velveteen Rabbit Poem
The fists pounded on every door in the home. The pads of their feet are rhythmic as the two boys roam. "What did Santa bring me?" the...
Norma Rae
Dec 16, 20242 min read
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