Julia Magsombol In deciding what to write for this commentary, there were many topics I could have addressed. I kept returning to the impact of moving—mainly because I am new to Slave Lake and have moved frequently since I was…

Richard Froese Canada is a great country to live in – with all its freedoms, opportunities and places to see and visit. Canadians are proud to call this nation their home. Probably the greatest Canadian icon is the RCMP Musical…

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Canine parents are welcomed to take part in a fundraiser for Peace Regional SPCA on Sept. 6. Miserable Miles Unleashed will be making a comeback during the ever-popular Miserable Miles that takes place in the Peace…

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter A suicide first-aid course is going to be offered in Peace River Sept. 24 and 25 to help people acquire skills to help intervene with a person thinking about suicide. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)…

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Peace River and area residents will be joining together to discuss suicide and its aftereffects at this year’s World Suicide Prevention Day gathering at Riverfront Park. The event will be held on Sept. 10 and is…

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Northern Sunrise County has officially joined the mass number of Alberta municipalities claiming Agricultural Disaster, mainly for livestock producers in the municipality. “On August 8, 2025, a decision with an e-mail vote was made by Council…
Nampa Community Complex celebrates 50 years

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Nampa Community Complex will be celebrating its 50th birthday on October 5, and board members are welcoming all community members to join in the festivities. The event will be held from 2 pm until 5 pm,…

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Peace River Administration has created a flowchart to address how bylaw complaints and encampment removals are handled in the community. Mayor Elaine Manzer says this information will also provide information on what can be released publicly.…

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Peace River Area Monitoring Program (PRAMP) is hosting a Meet and Greet on Sept. 11 and they’re hoping members of the community will come out to see what their team’s work is all about. The event…
Mud Bog a main attraction at Ag Fair

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Smoky River Agricultural Society’s Agricultural Fair was held on the weekend of August 16, with organizers happy with the turnout and all the support. “We appreciate all the people who attended our Smoky River Agricultural Fair…
Smoky River Transportation Committee accepting bus rentals

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Smoky River Transportation Committee members joined together on Aug. 19 to officially welcome its new 18-passenger bus, set to help people in the Smoky River Region access transportation to community and private functions. “We’re excited to…

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter If you’re looking for a fun family event to take part in this fall, Northern Sunrise County/Nampa Family and Community Support Services will be hosting its annual Marche Familial on Sept. 7.Marche Familial will be held…

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Nampa/Northern Sunrise County Family and Community Support Services will be hosting a seminar for women over 40 to help navigate How Sex Changes as We Age. “FCSS is offering this session to support the health and…