Diamonds dedicated in memory of young men

Not a dry eye was remaining on June 12 at the grand opening of Falher Ball Diamonds as two of the diamonds were officially named in memory of two young, respected and loved Falher men. “The official names of the…

Smoky River Family and Community Support Services will be hosting a program to help youth develop necessary skills to bring into adulthood. S.T.E.P. Forward will be beginning this month, the acronym meaning skills, training, empowerment, and personal growth. FCSS community…
Ducharme hired to help lead Highway 686 project

United Northern Developments Limited Partnership (UNDLP) has appointed a new chief administrative officer (CAO) to support operations as the Highway 686 project advances. Jude Ducharme, of Peace River, will support governance, operations, and provide executive leadership in administration and operations.…
Rotaract awarded Key to the Town

Peace River kicked off its annual Rotaract River Days with an inaugural Key to the Town presentation. Peace River Rotaract received the key in recognition of the organization’s extraordinary volunteer service and lasting contribution to the community. Mayor Shelly Shannon…
A great day for Falher! Sports court opens!

An outdoor recreational facility has been added in Falher to serve the region. The Smoky River Outdoor Community Multisport Court and Beach Volleyball Courts park at Ecole Héritage officially opened in a ribbon-cutting ceremony June 13 during the annual Falher…

What enabled Abraham to journey on when the road he was taking took some very unusual turns – like leaving the security of Haran, being promised to be the founder of a great nation while not yet having any children…

Was there ever a time we all voted for the candidate we thought was the “best” person for the job? Maybe! Actually, most of us at one time or another, voted for the party, despite for all intents and purposes…

The Page hates to remind everyone, but the daylight hours are now getting shorter!That’s right! Less daylight and summer has barely started!This year’s summer solstice occurred June 21 at 2:24 a.m. Now this big rock we live on tilts away…
Crosswalk painting remembers the past

Peace River Aboriginal Interagency Committee hosts an annual Truth and Reconciliation crosswalk painting to ensure the conversations continue about Indigenous history in Canada. The beautiful work of Indigenous artist Judy (Jude) Ducharme is on display in Peace River each year…

At its regular meeting June 9, Northern Sunrise County council approved amendments to Policy 1.38 Generative Artificial Intelligence. “The amendments support the County’s obligation under the new privacy legislation by strengthening requirements related to the protection of personal and confidential…
Almost $5,000 raised at first Colour Run

Over 200 participants took part in the first-ever Peace River Colour Run held June 13. The event was held at the Peace River Agricultural Society grounds, and organizer Candace Dobransky says she was overwhelmed with the turnout. “We were thrilled…
Act of vandalism inspires man to act

Many communities across Alberta allow non-profit organizations to apply to their municipality to paint crosswalks in celebration or reflection of important moments in history. These crosswalks are inclusive of, but not limited to, Métis Landscape Crosswalks, Decorative Crosswalks to add…
Tornado strikes Girouxville

A tornado touched down in the village of Girouxville June 15 that pulled trees from the Earth, ripped roofs on homes and corporate buildings, and left community members scrambling to work collectively in the aftermath. Just after 8 p.m. on…