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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Another perspective on NPLP and extended planning process
The following Letter to the Editor is a rebuttal from Tyler Holte to Steve Thorlakson’s Letter to the Editor published on March 24.
Heavy snowpack builds moisture reserves, farmers watching Spring melt
As winter wraps up, and the snow begins to melt, both the provincial and federal governments report that the Peace was the only region of the province…
 • Tania Finch
Reigniting the Peace: FSJ looks to relight the flame of volunteerism
Volunteers have long been the backbone of the North Peace, making everything from kids’ sports to community crime prevention, to cultural activities…
 • Tania Finch
In Conversation: Findlay on Northern dichotomy, importance of experience for a leader
The Peace River Region, with its variety of industries, resources, and hard-working citizens is an area that the province is lucky to be able to claim…
 • Tania Finch
Dental hygienists highlight benefits of oral care on overall health
On March 23, Council proclaimed April 5 – 11, 2026 as National Dental Hygiene Week, following a presentation from three local dental hygienists…
 • Tania Finch

March 2026

Repurposing of Site C workcamp is very welcome news: Sperling
Peace River Regional District Board Chair Brad Sperling says BC Hydro’s announcement that the Site C workcamp will be re-purposed is “very welcome news…
 • Tania Finch
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: City must work in harmony with region on pool project - former Mayor
Well folks to say that I am absolutely astounded at the lack of critical or strategic thinking by our city council, and their staff advisors would be a…
In Conversation: Milobar on why the Northeast is key to BC’s future
Unlocking the natural resource power of Northeastern British Columbia i…
 • Tania Finch
Some flexibility in design, but no Plan B for FSJ’s new aquatic centre
Upcoming meeting agenda reveals funding scenarios that may allay residents' cost concerns
 • Tania Finch
A Classic Perspective in a Disposable Age – today is our birthday!
It’s the third anniversary of The Broken Typewriter as you see it today.
 • Tania Finch
Housekeeping: Electrifying the Fence at The Broken Typewriter
If you’ve noticed a few new blurbs at the bottom of my posts lately, don’t worry everything’s fine at The Broken Typewriter. That’s just part of the new…
 • Tania Finch
BC Cons leadership race tightens as MLAs bow out, endorse rivals
It’s been a busy weekend on the Conservative Party of BC’s leadership campaign trail, wi…
 • Tania Finch
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