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Nampa/Northern Sunrise County Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is bringing two workshops to the region to help attendees discover and address their unconscious biases. Unconscious Bias Training for Youth: Supporting Understanding and Belonging will be held on May 19…
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On April 27, Peace River town council was asked to allot additional capital funding to its 101st Street Storm Sewer Repair Capital Project. The tenders for the storm sewer and roadway repair were received in time for the Feb. 12…
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Volunteers serve an important role in every community across Canada. National Volunteer Week in Canada was celebrated from April 19-15. Every year, organizations and communities honour their volunteers at special gatherings. In many areas in Alberta, the events are hosted…
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While some Canadians turn up their noses at socialist governments like Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, we are lumped in with them by those few Americans who think much beyond their borders. Even if we think free enterprise, capitalism, and doing…
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Obituary – William Ross Cowell

William Ross Cowell, a lifelong resident of High Prairie, passed away on April 20, 2026, in the High Prairie Health Complex at the age of 65 years. He had a short but hard fight with cancer. A heartfelt thank you…
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The Page has inarguable proof the world is a better place now than it was 100 years ago!He’s in it now! The Page is more than a bit miffed at the federal Conservatives and NDP.In case you missed it, gasoline…
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Peace River School Division (PRSD) has received a grant April 21 to help enhance its North Peace Commercial Driving Academy. The Division received $958,532 from the Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors’ Industry Advancement Grant. The funding will be used to…
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If you’re looking for a fun-filled activity to do with your dad, the annual Father’s Day Fishing Derby will return to Cecil Thompson Pond June 14. The event is an initiative by Northern Sunrise County, in partnership with RendezVous RV…
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Smoky River Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is seeking assistance from the public to nominate volunteers for this year’s volunteer appreciation awards. The awards are an annual tradition that is meant to recognize community members who go above and…
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The Town of Peace River has officially approved its 2026 budget, focusing on some key priorities and actions. Mayor Shelly Shannon says the budget reflects a disciplined approach to operations and long-term planning. “We’re proud of the balance we’ve struck…
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Flood alert removed in Peace River April 24

The town of Peace River was under flood alert last week, with high waterflows causing concern for ice jams forming within the boundaries of the community, putting it under imminent risk of flooding. Areas that were under close observation were…
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Peace River and surrounding communities are gearing up to welcome the Northern Connections Expo this weekend to the Baytex Energy Centre. The Northern Connections Expo will be held May 1 from 4-9 p.m. and May 2 from 10 a.m. to…
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Out my front window last week, I saw sitting on a huge expanse of snow and ice, a gaggle of geese! Maybe 40 or so birds. I could almost read their minds: “What in heaven’s sake are we doing here?”…
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Alberta RCMP MCU investigates homicide in Peace River

Peace River, Alta. – On April 23, 2026, around 4:23 a.m., Peace River RCMP were called to the Petro-Canada on 78 street for a male found deceased at the gas pumps. Peace River RCMP responded and obtained video surveillance showing…
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