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A local printing shop’s Photos with Santa fundraiser is returning to the Energetic City.

In this edition of the Weekly Review, here are some events happening in November 2026. Plus, the most-read stories of the week.

Dino story time, scavenger hunt and terrarium kits at the museum. Children can learn how the North Peace looked during the time of dinosaurs, win prizes and make crafts.

The Peace River Regional District has approved changes to its Solid Waste Regulation and Fees Bylaw.

Fort St. John residents are getting into the holiday spirit with a variety of holiday events throughout November.

Meetings of the PRRD Board and Peace River Regional Hospital District Board will be held beginning at 10am on October 8, 2026 at the Dawson Creek office. Continue reading

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Former firefighter Rich Rogers had only seconds to react. What he did next likely helped save lives.

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Forecasters say wind gusts could reach between 80 and 100 kilometres per hour as the system moves eastward across the province.

Tumbler Ridge annual Christmas market returns to support of the public library.

The initiative between the City of Fort St. John and the FSJ Arts Council, invites emerging artists to create banner design.

Pembina Pipeline Corp. says it earned $570 million during the third quarter, rising from $286 million a year earlier.

The Fort St. John Huskies will take on the County of Grande Prairie Wheat Kings and the Dawson Creek Kodiaks in NWJHL action this weekend.

The B.C. Ministry of Agriculture and Food is warning of a disease affecting outdoor rabbits in Fort Nelson.

A former firefighter credited his training after being the first to help victims of a northern B.C. shuttle bus crash that injured 20 people.

Economists warn B.C. Premier-designate Lorne Doerkson that the new federal budget may not work as a template to tackle the province’s deficit.

Northern Health has recorded more than 44 hours in emergency department closures in October.

BC Hydro said it has spend approximately $150 million on annual vegetation management in preparation for storm season.

The South Peace Division of Family Practice has reported spending close to $54,000 of its grant-in-aid funding.

Elders Ken Cameron of Saulteau First Nations and Dean Dokkie of West Moberly First Nations will teach about culture, language and more over two days at NLC’s Fort St. John campus.

The North Peace Veterinary Clinic is sharing a warning about a screwworm outbreak.

Nenan Dane Zaa Deh Zona seeks to raise funds for a youth delegation to attend the Gathering Our Voices event, scheduled for March 2027 in Victoria.

With CJDC TV News at six pre-empted on television due to Thursday Night Football, Michael Popove will be anchoring the newscast online.

A new BC Hydro report says the line between wildfire season and storm season is becoming increasingly blurred.

The MLA for Prince George-Mackenzie says a lack of cellphone coverage along Highway 39 created an extra challenge for first responders attending a bus crash Wednesday.

Kealy elected to be tried before a judge and jury. His trial is expected to last five days.

The Groove Dance Studio will present a theatre and dance production of “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” as part of its ninth season lineup.

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The bail hearing for a Fort St. John man facing four charges in connection with an alleged violent home invasion and sexual assault on October 27 has been postponed.

The Outdoor Recreation Fund of B.C. grant will offer a range from $2,000 to $10,000 for projects improving outdoor education, supporting stewardship and making the outdoors accessible.

The Dawson Creek Kodiaks picked up a much-needed victory Wednesday nigh at the Ovintiv Events Centre.

The signing concerned a future community housing development in Fort St. John.

A trivia fundraiser for a local non-profit returns to Fort St. John this weekend.

Three water stations will be temporarily closing in Dawson Creek over the next few days.

The Dawson Creek Kinsmen Club is helping its community with sizable donations to multiple local non-profit groups.

The Buick Creek Water Station will closed on Nov. 9 due to scheduled maintenance.

At least 10 fatal bear attacks have occurred in British Columbia since the 1990s, following the deaths of a mother and daughter in Bella Coola.

The judicial interim release hearing for man charged with multiple offences has been adjourned to Nov. 9.

Poor cell service complicated the emergency response to a bus crash that injured 20 people near Mackenzie, B.C.

Former MLA Jordan Kealy’s sexual assault case’s next pre-trial conference has been scheduled for March 2027.

Elections BC begins its final ballot count to decide several close races following British Columbia’s provincial election.

The DIstrict of Taylor has sworn in its new council and mayor for the 2026-2030 term.

Dawson Creek has received approval for up to $100,000 in grant funding for solar installations at the Dawson Creek Art Gallery and Dawson Creek Regional Airport.

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B.C. premier-designate Lorne Doerkson says he does not see a quick end to the U.S. trade war despite Democratic victories in the midterm elections.

Police say the bus had left the roadway, and multiple injuries were reported, including serious injuries.

The North East BC Soccer Association began in spring of 2026, aimed at making the beautiful game more accessible and affordable.

The Fort St. John Co-op Haunted Walk raised $5,000 over the course of two days.

NLC early childhood education and care students organized the winter clothing drive in October, partnering with several local daycares and organizations.

The Peace River Regional District may consider dropping out of the 2027 Northern Development Initiative Trust Business Facade Improvement Program.

The Fort St. John Hospital Foundation still has tickets available for its fundraiser gala on Nov. 7.

Taylor Curling Club is looking for volunteers and donations ahead of Remembrance Day.

Donate, enter a 50/50 draw or order a goodie box to support the NLC’s healthcare students from the Peace Region from Nov. 1 to Dec. 1.

The Minister of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness has repealed a ministerial order for the Old Fort geotechnical assessment.

Today’s court report contains all the sentences handed down in the Peace region between Oct. 26 and Oct. 30.

Twenty people were injured after a data centre shuttle bus crashed off Highway 39 near Mackenzie, B.C., leaving several in serious condition.

Youth in the Northern Rockies region have a chance to fulfill their hoop dreams this month in Fort Nelson.

revor Bolin has officially begun his first term as Fort St. John’s mayor after taking his oath of office.

Maya Gebala, who was badly injured during the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., has received the first international award from a U.S.-based charity

Firefighters will go door-to-door collecting non-perishable food donations for residents in need.

The Peace River Regional District has awarded a contract worth more than $600,000 for reliable internet and cellular connectivity.

The B.C. Conservatives raised $2.73 million in political donations in the third quarter, nearly tripling the amount collected by the NDP.

Seven categories, cash prizes and no entry fee. Gardeners and photographers can share their summer shots at the cultural centre on Nov. 12.

The Peace River Regional District has made decisions regarding the six assent vote questions posed to voters during the 2026 General Local Election.

Tumbler Ridge mass shooting survivor Maya Gebala has received an international youth heroism award from a U.S. foundation.

The City of Fort St. John has sworn its mayor and councillors for the 2026-2030 term.

The B.C. Conservative Party’s first election in in almost a century comes on the promise of repealing DRIPA.

School District 60 swore in its school board trustees to serve for the next four years.

A B.C. tribunal ruled that social media platform X cannot be fined for not deleting an intimate image after geoblocking the content in Canada.

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Firefighters were called to a fully involved structure fire in a two-storey duplex on 94th Street Friday.

Predators, Trackers and Flyers squads from around the peace region hit the ice in league and tournament play.

The Dawson Creek Canucks remain unbeaten to start the NPHL season after edging the Valleyview Jets 3-2.

The Peace River Regional District is providing its support for the District of Chetwynd’s Emergency Support Services grant application.

B.C. premier-designate Lorne Doerkson says the newly elected Conservative caucus is unified but warns difficult and unpopular decisions lie ahead.

The Fort St. John RCMP are looking for missing person Kiyara Janet Blue, who went missing on Oct. 28.

The Fort St. John Fire Department is investigating a structure fire in a two-storey duplex which happened on Oct. 30.

FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. — Doig River First Nation’s (DRFN) economic arm has announced a sponsorship of a local rec hockey team. Uujo Developments will sponsor the Uujo Braves to compete in the 2026-27 Fort St. John Men’s Rec Hockey League season, according to a post on the company’s LinkedIn page. The post from Oct. […]

The District of Taylor reported success after its annual emergency response and management exercises.

Tournament co-founder began the event when she was still a teenager, with the Hudson’s Hope Hockey Tournament taking place starting Nov. 27.

In this edition of the Weekly Review, we have some new additions to the newsroom. Plus, the most-read stories of the week.

The Fort St. John Fire Department is investigating a fire that took place near midnight on Oct. 30.

4U Youth aims to provide a safe place for youth in the North Peace Region where they feel they belong.

Held annually at its offices, Nenan Dane Zaa Deh Zona’s annual general meeting will be held online on Nov. 5, in an effort to showcase the organization and get more engagement from Indigenous families in the region.

With Halloween falling on a Saturday this year, police across B.C. are preparing for a busy weekend.

After almost a decade of existence, the Fort Nelson Handgames Society announced it has ceased operations, according to a Facebook post.

The Canucks improved to 3-0 on the season after Wes Shipton scored the winner just 52 seconds into overtime.

Open AI ask the court for judicial review of the OIPC’s order demanding that it provide answers and documents to support the investigation.

The City of Fort St. John is bringing back it’s ‘Kits for Kids’ activities.

Ottawa has designated the Roberts Bank port expansion as a project of national interest to accelerate the $5.9-billion Vancouver container terminal.

Former B.C. cabinet minister Ravi Kahlon is focusing on family after the NDP election defeat but has not ruled out a return to politics.

The Fort St. John Women’s Resource Society is asking the community to volunteer for its second annual Starry Skye’s gala.

The Emergency Services will be closed until Nov. 2 due to staffing challenges.

Ladies night out is back at Dunvegan Gardens on Nov. 5 and 6.

Fort Nelson Child Care Resource and Referral is under the Child Care BC umbrella, providing services for young children and families.

OpenAI has filed a legal challenge against a B.C. privacy order seeking records related to the Tumbler Ridge mass shooting.

The 2026 documentary Fire in Our Hearts chronicles the 2018 wildfire season and has already garnered critical acclaim.

With CJDC TV News at six pre-empted on television due to Thursday Night Football, Michael Popove will be anchoring the newscast online.

Maya Gebala, who survived the horrific mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, has been released from hospital—262 days after she was airlifted to B.C. Children’s Hospital.

The Huskies outshot the Kodiaks 51-24 on their way to a 5-4 road victory at the Ovintiv Events Centre.

The Fort St. John Huskies three-game losing streak was halted after beating the Dawson Creek Kodiaks on Oct. 28.

Mamwentuh Housing Society is addressing safety concerns connected to the Nawican Friendship Centre Shelter.

A 34-year-old man has been arrested and charged with sexual assault following a violent home invasion in Fort St. John, B.C.

Many events are taking place on Nov. 11 across the peace, including in Taylor, Fort St. John and Dawson Creek.

Mike Broad is facing a number of charges including sexual assault and break and enter.

A person has been charged with multiple offences after a violent home invasion and sexual assault incident in the city.

Tumbler Ridge shooting victim Maya Gebala is being released from the hospital after spending 262 days recovering from her injuries.

The City of Fort St. John is asking the Ministry of Transportation and Transit to review current vegetation maintenance along provincial highways.

A peace resident has been handed a jail sentence and a driving prohibition for impaired driving causing death and injury.

Former MLA Jordan Kealy’s pre-trial conference for the sexual assault case has been adjourned to next week.

The new BC Hydro app makes it easier to save money, earn rewards, and understand where energy is being used.

The annual Show ‘N’ Shine event held by the Northland Trailblazers Snowmobile Club will be held on Nov. 28.

An audit reveals Environment Canada quietly abandoned its plan to ban thermal coal exports without any official direction or public notice.

Kevin Falcon has stepped down as leader of the deregistered BC United party following the British Columbia provincial election.

The emergency department in Tumbler Ridge will be shut for a whole day due to a service interruption.

Jennifer Whiteside has been unanimously chosen as the BC NDP’s interim leader following the party’s defeat in the provincial election.

A local nurse is helping Dawson Creek families plan their trick-or-treating routes this Halloween by creating a map showing decorated homes across the community.

Fort St. John RCMP are asking for help identifying the suspect in a violent home invasion and sexual assault on Oct. 27.

The unusually high number of spoiled ballots could be interpreted as a form of political protest

A violent home invasion and sexual assault occurred after RCMP say a suspect followed a woman home.

A full closure of Highway 97 at the Marten Creek Bridge is scheduled for an hour on Saturday, October 31.

The facility will be renamed the Co-op Community Centre, marking the end of Pomeroy Lodging’s naming rights arrangement.

The week-long food drive runs from November 8 to 14 in Dawson Creek.

When officers arrived, they located two suspects attempting to flee the site in a pickup truck and took both into custody.

The bottle drive was generated to raise funds toward a spring trip to Europe by North Peace Secondary School Students

Prophet River First Nation announced the closure of all offices and programs, including a scheduled lands meeting.

Fire in Our Hearts documents the experience of the Cheslatta Carrier Nation south of Burns Lake during the wildfire season of 2018.

A person charged with multiple counts of impaired driving will be charged on Oct. 29 at the Fort St. John Law Court.

The City of Fort St. John recognized and honoured two outgoing council members for their service to the Fort St. John community.

A dozen B.C. legislators qualified for their pensions just one day before the provincial election was held.

Foundry Fort St. John is hosting a workshop with LivingWorks in November.

Fort St. John RCMP are looking for a suspect involved in an Oct. 27 home invasion involving sexual assault on 87 St.

The Pomeroy Sport Centre will now be named the Co-op Community Centre for the next 15 years.

The next BC NDP leader must rebuild fiscal credibility after a projected record $14-billion deficit, says a former top adviser.

More than two hundred people gathered at the North Peace Pregnancy Care Centre main annual fundraiser event.

The event honouring employers who are inclusive with those with developmental disabilities took place on Oct. 26 at the North Peace Cultural Centre in Fort St. John.

Lucas’s Pitstop has been nominated as Moose Media’s Small Business of the Month for October, presented by Tanalea L. Belter CPA.

Economists question whether the incoming B.C. Conservatives can simultaneously cut taxes, reduce the provincial deficit, and grow the economy.

Halfway River First Nation is bringing employment opportunities closer to home with its first job and career fair next month.

The transition will give the region more direct control over future investments, expansion plans and air service development.

Early-bird pricing for tickets begins Nov. 2, with the gala set to take place Feb. 6.

Prime Minister Mark Carney and B.C. Premier-designate Lorne Doerkson discussed plans to boost the economy and infrastructure in British Columbia.

Jennifer Thoss has been named mayor of Lytton, B.C., after a drawing of lots broke a 45-vote tie with incumbent Denise O’Connor.

The 2026 edition of Of the Vine brought around 170 guests to support the FSJACL mental and wellness program.

The City of Fort St. John has updated its Works in Progress Schedule for the fourth quarter.

The city says improved air connections would help support economic development.

Doig River First Nation Councillor Brittany Robertson said it was important to the Nation to support and encourage youth in sports.

The RCMP confirmed the closure was due to an altercation which took place in the morning on Oct. 27.

Petronas Energy Canada has fulfilled its $500,000 commitment to the North Peace Community Foundation.

The City of Dawson Creek is offering residents the chance to play sports at Kin Arena for only a toonie.

The City of Fort St. John said the 2026 municipal election saw the highest voter turnout since 2005.

The Fort St. John RCMP reports an overall increase in theft in September.

Scott Burley talks about Wheels of Hope and his role as a volunteer driver.

Canada tables a bill to amend its medical assistance in dying laws, allowing advance consent while halting expansion for mental illness.

The Hudson’s Hope and Health Care Society’s main responsibility is to oversee Silver Willow Court, a retirement home in the District of Hudson’s hOpe.

Environment Canada warns that pockets of heavy snow will hit parts of the B.C. Interior, creating hazardous driving conditions.

Students and families can participate in the program, according to SD60’s Indigenous Cultural Coordinator, to learn about Pow Wow Dancing and teachings.

Lorne Doerkson points to Fort St. John as a key part of his vision for the province’s economic future.

The mayor-elect, who recently completed chemotherapy treatments, said he was honoured when the Huskies approached him about participating in the event.

Businesses in the Chetwynd area are in the running for one of five categories for the 2026 Business Excellence Awards.

The Fort St. John Huskies lost matchups to the County of Grande Prairie Wheat Kings and Beaverlodge Blades on Oct. 23 and 24.

BC Ferries CEO Nicolas Jimenez is out as the board launches a leadership transition, appointing Brian Anderson as interim chief executive.

Today’s court report contains all the sentences handed down in the Peace region between Oct. 19 and Oct. 23.

RCMP say they were called to the residence on Saturday after people reported hearing multiple gunshots in the area.

The Dawson Creek public has announced its Christmas craft sale will be taking place on Nov. 7.

Junior Grizzlies’ squads from North Peace Secondary School hosted a two-day tournament Oct. 23 and 24, showcasing teams from around the peace region.

Fort Nelson Community Literacy Society seeks new board members at its AGM, as well as addressing programming planning and more.

The District of Tumbler Ridge is seeking feedback from the community about the 2026 General Local Election.

Voter turnout in the B.C. election dropped to a record low of 48.1 per cent, falling below half for the first time in modern history.

Carve or paint, with all supplies included, to celebrate Halloween at the public library on Oct. 28.

Poppy pins arrive at Fort St. John businesses on Oct. 26, and donations will support local veterans in need.

The Fort St. John Women’s Resource Society is looking for winter glove donations to keeps its Outreach Store clients warm.

The Conservative Party of B.C. will form a majority government in province after securing 63 seats across the province.

Linda Unrau, named October’s Co-op Community Champion for her positive impact in the community.

The Cowichan Tribes will propose a plan in January to protect private property rights in their landmark Aboriginal title case in British Columbia.

Federal Conservatives are advancing a bill to repeal the oil tanker ban on British Columbia’s northern coast to allow new crude shipments.