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BLINDSCENTZ:IN SEARCH OF CONFIDENCE
My second heartversary has come and gone which means I have not seen the light of day for a long time. Memories and colors have lost their crispness. I am adjusting. The learning curve is steep. I think it is difficult for my loved ones and friends to adjust. They want to protect me and keep me safe. I end up feeling disempowered and far to reliant on others for help. I am fiercely independent. My physical recovery took 22 months. My stamina is just returning. The

Edwina Nearhood
Dec 16, 20243 min read


Toxic Drug Alert in the North Peace
Northern Health & First Nations Health Authority issued a Toxic Drug Alert for Fort St. John on December 13. A pink substance marketed...

T.W. Buck
Dec 16, 20241 min read


Bullet on the loose in Fort St. John
Homeowner reports damage to Fort St. John RCMP caused by a stray bullet. Photo from the Fort St. John RCMP Local RCMP received a report...

T.W. Buck
Dec 13, 20241 min read


Assault leads to an arrest in the North Peace
A single individual finds themself in custody following an assault near the 259 rd. Local RCMP were called around 8:30pm on Monday,...

T.W. Buck
Dec 13, 20241 min read


An individual is facing charges following multiple investigations
Several charges involving Coby Roy Skiffington have been approved by the BC Prosecution Service according to a media release. ...

T.W. Buck
Dec 12, 20241 min read


Head - on collision claims a life
A multi-vehicle collision near Shepherds Inn on Highway 97 has claimed a life. The local RCMP received a report on Monday, November 25,...

T.W. Buck
Dec 5, 20241 min read


December Library Report
Dear Fort St. John, November went by quickly, and December promises to be just as busy. Not only do we have returning programs like:...
Matthew Rankin
Dec 5, 20242 min read


The Dam reservoir is full, now what?
BC Hydro announced early last month that the Site C reservoir finished filling after 11 weeks, with a 43-meter increase to water level at...

T.W. Buck
Dec 5, 20242 min read


Blindscentz: Celebrate the Wins!
I DID IT! Yesterday I took the bus from the hospital home all by myself! I almost started to cry with so much emotion while on the bus. It is a good thing I had on my sunglasses. My heart was filled with such empowerment. I have built many little skills over the past months. I set a goal at the beginning of this year to be able to at least travel on affixed route independently. It began with navigating to the bus stop and back. I then travelled via bus to the hospit

Edwina Nearhood
Dec 5, 20243 min read


December's Horoscope
Aries This week your fiery energy meets the crispness of winter air. You'll feel inspired to tackle projects you've been putting off but...

T.W. Buck
Dec 5, 20242 min read


Missing Hiker Sam Benastick has been found!
The Northern Rockies RCMP were informed on Tuesday, November 26, that Sam Benastick had been located after around 50 days on his own in...

T.W. Buck
Dec 5, 20241 min read


Petition gains momentum to re-launch search for James 'Jim' Barnes
Efforts to renew the search for James 'Jim' Barnes and his dog Murphy have gained momentum, as they remain unaccounted for following a...

T.W. Buck
Dec 5, 20242 min read


Rising above the North Peace
The Rising Above Crane Event was recently held in Fort St. John, where an individual spent most of the weekend suspended in the skies of...

T.W. Buck
Dec 5, 20241 min read


Huskies with a couple of wins last weekend
The Fort St John Huskies started last weekend on home ice, playing the North Peace Navigators on November 29. The goal scoring started...

T.W. Buck
Dec 5, 20242 min read


Peace Region RCMP will soon be wearing body cams
RCMP throughout the Peace Region will soon be wearing body cams, which roll out in January 2025, according to a media release. RCMP...

T.W. Buck
Dec 5, 20243 min read


10 things to do in the North Peace during the Holidays!
1. Wheelchair Basketball is open to all and will be held at Margaret Ma Murray Community School on December 5, from 5:15 – 6:45pm and has...

T.W. Buck
Dec 5, 20242 min read


North Peace Winter Horoscope
Aries Your inner fire burns brightly this week, as the first snowfalls whisper reminders to slow down. Bundle up and lean into the cozy...

T.W. Buck
Nov 22, 20242 min read


Harvey Epp received the COPA Directors Award for his contributions to aviation
COPA's Volunteer Awards Program recognizes exceptional individuals and organizations each year, for their outstanding contributions to...

T.W. Buck
Nov 22, 20241 min read


Be an Angel Gala raises $162,000
The 30th Anniversary Be an Angel Gala was held earlier this month, celebrating three decades of enhancing health care in the North Peace....

T.W. Buck
Nov 22, 20241 min read


10 things to do in the North Peace
1. Country Dance Lessons at the Pomeroy Sport Centre November 21, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Payment must be made prior to the start of the...

T.W. Buck
Nov 22, 20242 min read
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