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Poof! Just like that!Lesser Slave riding may disappear!

Pearl LorentzenLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter (Edmonton) – Scott Sinclair, MLA for Lesser Slave Lake, and Town of Slave Lake Mayor Francesca Ward have made public announcements against proposed changes to the provincial electoral boundaries for the Lesser Slave Lake and…
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Richard FroeseSouth Peace News (Peace River) – Two men are facing charges in connection with a break-and-enter at a Peace River residence on Oct. 18. Peace Regional RCMP responded to a report of a home alarm around 6:30 a.m., indicating…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News (High Prairie) – Despite having one of the highest crime rates in Alberta, High Prairie town council is prepared to continue sending its peace officers to the Smoky River region. Council agreed by a 5-2 vote…
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(McLennan) – The Town of McLennan will have familiar faces on its council again for the next four years, with Mayor Jason Doris leading the charge. Councillors for this term include Sue Deslaurier, Margaret Jacob, Darlene Payou, and Yvonne Sawchyn.…
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Public invited to help shape the future (Falher) – Smoky River Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) and Smoky River Adult Learning are seeking residents’ assistance to help them improve services the organizations offer. A survey was released last week…
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PR Pioneers prepare for playoffs

The Peace River Pioneers are preparing for the playoffs in the Alberta High School 9-a-Side Football League. Above, Peace River Pioneer player Jacob Nousek (No. 1) runs into the end zone for a touchdown as he passes High Prairie Renegade…
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Fuel-Up: a special business for special people

New business at BerwynHead line:Cut line for photo:The Fuel-Up Community Access Centre board of directors includes, left-right, Jamie Friesen, Barry Dale, Michael Kuhn, Gus de Jong, Hilda de Jong and Rachelle Koch. (Berwyn) – The Village of Berwyn is pleased…
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Expectations surpassed! Over 445,000 signed!

Forever Canadian canvasser Cathy Wilcox, left, sits with Lorraine Shelp, who signed the petition Sept. 3 in High Prairie. (Edmonton) – A province-wide petition to advocate for Alberta remaining part of Canada has collected more than 455,000. “On Oct. 28,…
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Rev. Terry Goerz,Redeemer Lutheran Church. We are told in 2 Corinthians 5, “God gave us the ministry of reconciliation” and “God has committed to us the message of reconciliation. We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making His…
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Richard Froese Local government elections are over and elected candidates on municipal councils and school division boards will be taking public office in the coming days. Thanks to all the candidates who filed nominations in the recent election to offer…
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Chris Clegg Let’s see! The cost of living for Albertans is out of control. President Donald Trump’s tariffs are wreaking havoc on Canada’s and Alberta’s industries and economy. Teachers are on strike. Nurses may be the next to go! But…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Routhier Facility Enhancement Society (RFES) is hosting a fundraiser that will help to make your child smile and feel some Christmas Cheer. The group is hosting a Elf Magic Kit fundraiser. Each kit includes 24 days…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Northern Rural Chicks are at it again, hosting a Boots & Bling event, focusing on men’s mental health. The event will be held on Nov. 15 at the Smoky River Community Hall, with doors opening at…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Village of Donnelly council will look slightly different, after two new candidates put their names forward for the 2025 municipal election. Three incumbents were acclaimed to council, with former Mayor Myrna Lanctot, Deputy Mayor Vance Yaremko,…
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