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UPDATE: Steven Louis McPhee has been caught
The Fort St. John RCMP needs public assistance to locate Steven Louis McPhee who is 56 years old according to their media release. ...

T.W. Buck
Aug 1, 20251 min read


RCMP investigating suspected arson at Fort St. John barber shop
Fort St. John RCMP are investigating a suspected arson after a weekend blaze caused damage to a local barber shop. Police responded to...

T.W. Buck
Aug 1, 20251 min read


False alarm
The Fort St. John RCMP received a call at about 2: 16 p.m. on July 18, 2025 for a possible robbery at a motel located near 99A Avenue and...

T.W. Buck
Aug 1, 20251 min read


Steve Thorlakson Awarded Fort St. John's Highest Honour
A special ceremony was held at City Hall on July 15 th , where Fort St. John City Council honoured Steve Thorlakson with the prestigious...

T.W. Buck
Jul 25, 20252 min read


Grill seekers invaded Centennial Park for Ribfest
Fort St. John was smoking last weekend, and it wasn’t just the barbecues. Thousands descended on Centennial Park with empty stomachs and...

T.W. Buck
Jul 15, 20251 min read


North Peace gets a fly by flex from Canada’s biggest bird
All eyes were in the skies last Saturday in the Fort St. John, as the largest plane in the Canadian military thundered through the skies...

T.W. Buck
Jul 15, 20251 min read


Peace Gallery North hosts ‘Among Petals and Pebbles’
North Peace local artist Diana Hofmann welcomed a full house for the opening reception on July 4 th , of Peace Gallery North’s latest...

T.W. Buck
Jul 15, 20251 min read


North Peace glory at 2025 World Jet Boat Championship
Engines thundered in Taylor, BC, as boat captain Gord Humphrey and navigator Jason Palfy tore up the river in their pursuit of...

T.W. Buck
Jul 11, 20251 min read


Community left waiting as water station reopening delayed
Officials say the new timeline for reopening is unconfirmed as summer demand peaks. Crews from the Peace River Regional District...

T.W. Buck
Jul 10, 20251 min read


Hate crime unit gets a boost
The rising number of hate crimes throughout communities in British Columbia has warranted a response from the RCMP. The B.C RCMP are...

T.W. Buck
Jul 9, 20253 min read


North Peace celebrates Canada’s 158th Birthday
Residents of the North Peace came together on July 1 st to celebrate the 158 th birthday of our nation. Photos by Jenn Michelle...

T.W. Buck
Jul 7, 20251 min read


Northern Angel Summit Reveals 2025 Top 12 Startup Finalists
The Northern Innovation Network has unveiled the 12 standout startups moving forward in the 2025 Northern Angel Summit. Photo from media...

T.W. Buck
Jun 29, 20252 min read


Letter to the Editor: NPSS Thanks Shell Canada
North Peace Secondary School would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Shell Canada for their generous support of our Metalwork...

Submitted
Jun 29, 20251 min read


23rd Annual Have a Heart Radiothon
The Fort St. John Hospital Foundation has announced the success of its 23rd Annual Have a Heart Radiothon, which brought in more than...

T.W. Buck
Jun 29, 20253 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...

T.W. Buck
Jun 29, 20252 min read


RCMP arrest three individuals following fatal assault
A man has passed away following a fatal assault in Fort St. John on June 24 Fort St. John RCMP were called to the 9900-block of 99 Avenue...
M.Wright
Jun 29, 20251 min read


2025 Scrap Drive Aims to Double Donations for Local Health Care
The FSJ Hospital Foundation launches its 2025 scrap drive with ABC Recycling this weekend, which is a friendly competition to see which...

T.W. Buck
Jun 29, 20251 min read


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
Jun 29, 20252 min read


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
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