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Local RCMP apprehend repeat offender in FSJ
Local RCMP were conducting a targeted investigation on December 10, regarding recent break and enters around Fort St. John Photo from the...

T.W. Buck
Dec 17, 20241 min read
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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
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A few things to do during the Holidays!
1 . Peace Country Christmas: A Hallmark Parody Musical at the North Peace Cultural Centre (NPCC) December 19, 7:30-9:30pm. 2 . Home for...

T.W. Buck
Dec 16, 20242 min read
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The North Peace welcomes nine new medical professionals
Northern Health and the City of Fort St. John announced the welcoming of nine new medical professionals into the North Peace. The North...

T.W. Buck
Dec 16, 20242 min read
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North Peace says heartfelt goodbye to local watering hole
Local watering hole Casey’s Pub has been reduced to ash, following a significant structure fire on December 8. Seven apparatus and 16...

T.W. Buck
Dec 16, 20241 min read
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Police canine locates suspect In the South Peace
Police Dog Services and canine Rev helped RCMP locate and arrest a suspect after he allegedly broke into a rural residence. Photo from...

T.W. Buck
Dec 16, 20241 min read
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Bear Flat Dispatch: Life Goes on at Ninety-Nine
The year 2024 has been another crazy eventful year. On a local level, BC Hydro flooded the entire Site C reservoir in less than 2 ½...
Ken Boon
Dec 16, 20241 min read
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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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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...
Edwina Nearhood
Dec 16, 20243 min read
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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. Â A pink substance marketed...

T.W. Buck
Dec 16, 20241 min read
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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
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Assault leads to an arrest in the North Peace
A single individual finds themself in custody following an assault near the 259 rd. Â Local RCMP were called around 8:30pm on Monday,...

T.W. Buck
Dec 13, 20241 min read
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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. Â ...

T.W. Buck
Dec 12, 20241 min read
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Head - on collision claims a life
A multi-vehicle collision near Shepherds Inn on Highway 97 has claimed a life. Â The local RCMP received a report on Monday, November 25,...

T.W. Buck
Dec 5, 20241 min read
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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
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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
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Blindscentz: Celebrate the Wins!Â
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...
Edwina Nearhood
Dec 5, 20243 min read
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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
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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
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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
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