Author: Jasmine Ali

Police in British Columbia are investigating after human remains were found inside a burnt vehicle near Dawson Creek earlier this week. Officials say the discovery points to a homicide and are asking the public for help as they search for answers. According to local authorities, the remains were discovered inside a grey 2005 Mazda 6 that was completely burned. The vehicle was found on October 13, 2025, near 251 Road and the Kiskatinaw River, about 40 kilometers from Dawson Creek. Investigators say the cause of the fire and the events leading up to it remain unknown. The area has since…

Early Wednesday, a Dawson Creek shed fire destroyed multiple storage sheds near a busy commercial area. Firefighters were called to the scene just before 4 a.m. in the 1600 block of Alaska Avenue, next to Home Hardware. Upon arrival, crews found three sheds fully engulfed in flames. Backup support was summoned, bringing a total of 14 firefighters to the scene. Officials said the fire began in one shed and quickly spread toward a nearby warehouse. The team managed to prevent the fire from reaching the larger building, saving it from serious damage. Fire authorities described the incident as suspicious. Dawson…

Police are investigating the discovery of a missing woman’s body in Dawson Creek as a suspected homicide. Emily Ogden, 24, was reported missing from Fort St. John on March 29. Her remains were recovered on April 14 in Dawson Creek, prompting local authorities to launch a suspicious death investigation. The case has now been formally treated as a homicide. The RCMP E Division major crime section has taken over the investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding Ogden’s death. Staff Sgt. Kris Clark of the B.C. RCMP emphasized the importance of public assistance. He said authorities want to know if anyone…

The City of Dawson Creek is inviting residents to provide feedback as it updates its zoning bylaw. A public survey is open until September 10 at 4:30 p.m., giving residents a chance to share their views. The city is currently in the community engagement stage and wants input on zoning-related topics. Officials say public feedback will help shape land use rules and guide future development. This update follows provincial legislation that requires all municipalities in British Columbia to review and revise zoning bylaws by December 31. Dawson Creek’s update also reflects recent local changes, including new master plans, policy updates,…

Northern Health has announced a temporary closure at Dawson Creek and District Hospital’s emergency department. Residents are advised that the ER will be closed for 10 hours on Thursday, August 21, from 5 a.m. to 3 p.m. The closure is due to staffing challenges, marking the second emergency department shutdown in northeast British Columbia within a short period. Fort Nelson General Hospital also faced a temporary closure on August 20 for similar staffing issues. Residents in the Dawson Creek area who experience life-threatening emergencies during the closure are urged to call 9-1-1 immediately. Ambulance services will transport patients to the…

For years, the safety of Highway 2 between Dawson Creek and the Alberta border has been a concern for local leaders. Now, with interprovincial trade once again in the spotlight, the debate over Twinning Highway 2 Safety has resurfaced. Dawson Creek’s mayor, Darcy Dober, says the province’s refusal to move forward with expansion is a missed opportunity to improve both safety and trade. Highway 2 is one of the most important routes in northeastern British Columbia. It serves as a key connection for goods and travelers between British Columbia and Alberta. But according to local officials, the highway is struggling…

Dawson Creek is planning a $100 million water pipeline to the Peace River as ongoing droughts threaten its drinking water supply. The city hopes the project will secure water for the next 50 to 100 years. For the past four years, Dawson Creek has faced worsening drought conditions that have put pressure on local water resources. City officials say building a new pipeline is essential to ensure residents and businesses have a reliable water supply. The proposed pipeline would stretch 55 kilometres north to the Peace River. Officials emphasize that this long-term solution could help the city cope with future…

Dawson Creek, BC is entering a period of major change as the city moves forward with several important infrastructure projects to support its growing population. With more people choosing to live in the Peace Region and an increasing number of businesses setting up operations, the city is making key investments to improve services, roads, housing, and long-term planning. One of the most important developments is the $25 million investment in water and sewer infrastructure. Many of the city’s underground systems were built more than 50 years ago and are no longer reliable. City officials have announced that this funding will…

Dawson Creek, a city in northeastern British Columbia, faces a growing water crisis due to an ongoing severe drought. The city is moving quickly to build a $100-million water pipeline as the Kiskatinaw River — its main source of drinking water — hits record low levels. The river serves about 15,000 people, but water levels have dropped so much that the city fears the supply will soon fall below daily needs. Mayor Darcy Dober said the city is asking the provincial government for help to find new water sources. He also wants the province to speed up the pipeline approval…