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Second annual scrap drive hauls in over $22K for local healthcare
The second annual ABC Recycling’s Scrap Drive was a smashing hit in the North Peace, raising a staggering $22,102 with roughly 150 tons...

T.W. Buck
4 days ago1 min read
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Shining a Light on Local Heroes: 2025 Community Awards in Fort St. John
The annual Community Awards are divided into four categories which include businesses, individuals, recognizing outstanding youth, and...

T.W. Buck
4 days ago2 min read
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RCMP seek witnesses after assault in broad daylight
The RCMP are requesting information regarding a severe assault that took place in Fort St. John on September 1. Â The assault which took...

T.W. Buck
6 days ago1 min read
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Peace Region Sees Surge in Overdoses; Naloxone Doses Proving Less Effective
Health authorities are warning of an increase in overdose events in Fort St. John, and a health warning was issued which is set to expire...

T.W. Buck
Sep 32 min read
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Fort St. John DQ raises over $14K for BC Children’s Hospital on Miracle Treat Day
There’s something special about the way Fort St. John rallies together, and this year’s Miracle Treat Day at Dairy Queen was another...

T.W. Buck
Sep 32 min read
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Mentorship Program aims to grow local talent through public art
A Mural Mentorship Program designed to improve the local arts community has been launched by the City and local Artist in Residence...

T.W. Buck
Sep 31 min read
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BC Highway Patrol investigating fatal crash at Bijoux Falls
A recent fatal collision on Highway 97 near Mackenzie, BC, is being investigated by the BC Highway Patrol, who are interested in the...

T.W. Buck
Sep 11 min read
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A New Identity for Canada in a New EraÂ
Canada faces a defining moment amid rapid global change. Canada risks falling behind unless we redefine our national identity to match...
Philip Acey
Sep 13 min read
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Multiple vehicle collision results in one death
One person has died following a collision between an SUV and a tanker truck on Highway 97 North, just outside Fort St. John, on Monday...

T.W. Buck
Aug 311 min read
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Downtown gets a makeover, one brushstroke at a Time
Downtown Fort St. John has been getting a little brighter lately, thanks to the steady work of a local artist Francine Freeman who has a...

T.W. Buck
Aug 154 min read
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PM Carney to support our Forces with long-overdue pay raise
The new Canadian government is getting to work on rebuilding, modernizing and strengthening the Canadian Armed Forces. Â Prime Minister...

T.W. Buck
Aug 112 min read
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Police Sweep Leaves Drug Operation High and Dry
A recent drug trafficking investigation in Fort St. John has resulted in the execution of a search warrant, two arrests, and the seizure...

T.W. Buck
Aug 111 min read
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The Sky’s the Limit at This Year’s North Peace Airshow
The skies over North Peace came alive on August 2nd and 3rd as the Fort St. John International Airshow brought thrilling aerobatics and...

T.W. Buck
Aug 112 min read
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Gold Fever Strikes Again at Championship Event
The community recently came together for the 53rd World Invitational Gold Panning Championship in Taylor, BC. The 2025 World's...

T.W. Buck
Aug 102 min read
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Another Dam Update for Site C: Final Generating Unit is Online
Site C is fully operational as the sixth and final generation unit is finally online at the dam which was a historic milestone for BC...

T.W. Buck
Aug 102 min read
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Three Workers Rescued After Tunnel Collapse at Red Chris Mine
Two separate ground falls in a tunnel accessing the underground area of an inactive project at the Red Chris Mine in British Columbia...

T.W. Buck
Aug 93 min read
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Standing Against Exploitation: YXJ Joins National Fight to End Human Trafficking
North Peace Regional Airport (YXJ) announced their partnership with #NotInMyCity in a media release on July 15 th . Photo from media...

T.W. Buck
Aug 42 min read
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