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Commentary – Security blankets and worry dolls
What a perfect world it would be if each of us could start a day with a fresh outlook, free from all worries! Each culture, I am sure, has come up with a remedy. We all need a release, some…
Bad weather plays havoc on summer plans
Summer is a busy time for major outdoor community events like rodeos and music festivals. Organizers have usually relied on good weather where people and the activities are safe from active weather. However, it’s sure been more than a stormy…
Clegg’s Corner – Remembering the first fallen officer
I was working in Rycroft at the Central Peace Signal in 1987-88 before coming to South Peace News. I met Const. Irving Kurz. He was quite a historian and wrote a book called Policing the Central Peace. In it, he…
Commentary – Art with no heartbeat
“Where there is hope, there is life!” These words were spoken to me by my mother’s friend about 10 years ago. They’ve stuck with because of their truth. For all the doom and gloom out there, hope remains. The latest…
Last Splash of Summer perfect way to end August
Smoky River Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is gearing up to help youth wrap up summer fun with its last major event of the season. FCSS community programmer Tianna Todd says they have a day full of fun planned…
Calling all youth to Nerf Wars!
Smoky River Family and Community Support Services is gearing up to have a battle for the ages, and they want your children and youth to come out to have some fun. “NERF Wars is essentially a fun event we hold…
SARDA, Living Lab hosting plot tour Aug. 13
Are you interested in learning about how agricultural producers use management practices to improve soil health and overall farm productivity? SARDA Ag Research in partnership with Peace Region Living Lab are hosting the Peace Region Living Lab Plot Tour on…
Yaremko hired as Donnelly’s CAO
Village of Donnelly is welcoming a new chief administrative officer to its team. Donnelly resident and newest part of its administrative team, Sara Yaremko is excited to assume her new role as CAO. She effectively began her new role Aug.…
SARDA celebrates 40th anniversary!
SARDA Ag Research held its 40th Anniversary celebration on Aug. 5-6 at its headquarters west of Donnelly. The event was meant to put a focus on the entire agricultural industry, inclusive of grains, pulses, oilseeds, forage and specialty crops in…
Editorial – AI good, bad and more uglies
A few weeks ago, a politician in the New Brunswick legislature was called out for using an AI (Artificial Intelligence) generated speech. The story how he was caught is unusual. Old versions of AI used to need “prompts”. Newer versions…
The Page – August 5, 2026
Wow! Wasn’t that a show!From the parade to the action provided by the best professional cowboys and cowgirls, the 2026 High Prairie Elks Pro Rodeo was another smashing success!The Page gives a big tip of the cowboy hat to the…
Parks Day celebrates Alberta’s playgrounds
Winagami Lake Provincial Park between High Prairie and McLennan celebrated Canada Parks Day with an afternoon of activities July 18. Held the third Saturday of July, the day celebrates national, provincial and territorial parks and to encourage people to learn…
Inviting all ‘scientists’ to McLennan Bird Walk
Smoky River Family and Community Services is gearing up to get your children involved and enthralled in the world of science. On Aug. 11, the team from FCSS is hosting Science in the Park to help stimulate your kiddo’s brains…
Todd joins Smoky River FCSS staff
Smoky River Family and Community Support Services is pleased to welcome and introduce its newest employee, community programmer Tianna Todd. Todd says she is excited to be in her new role and is excited to help provide some interesting programming…
Discover one of Peace River’s hidden gems
If you’re an outdoor enthusiast and like to get out and explore all of what nature has to offer, Northern Sunrise County is inviting you to attend its Pat’s Creek Trail Guided Hike. The Hike is to be held Aug.…