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Donnelly woman coming home as part of Musical Ride

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News When the Canadian-famed RCMP Musical Ride presents a show in Donnelly on Aug. 27, it will be a homecoming for one of the 32 riders. Smoky River Agricultural Society hosts the Musical Ride at the Smoky…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter If you have a child about to attend trades school, Northern Sunrise County has created a special bursary program to help fund their endeavours. Available are three bursaries of $1,000 each, for residents of Northern Sunrise…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Lemonade may be a sweet treat, but what one local family does for the Stollery Children’s Hospital each year is even sweeter! Each year in August, the Lessard – Blanchette – Wirove – Maisonneuve families hosts…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter The Smoky River Agricultural Fair is set to return this weekend, and organizers are welcoming people from around the region to participate in all the fun at the Agricultural Fairgrounds in Donnelly. The event is held…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter The M.D. of Smoky River No. 130 has officially declared the M.D. an Agricultural Disaster area. Council and administration recognize the extreme drought conditions that have plagued the Smoky River region this year, noting there has…
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Toes were tappin’ and hands clappin’ at jamboree

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Toes were tappin’ and hands were clappin’ at the 12th annual Triangle Hoedown Jamboree held July 24-27 at the Pioneer Threshermans Association grounds. Spirits and energy remained high despite the rain and cool temperatures that forced…
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The Page didn’t know it is a Canadian tradition to put a sprig of wheat in the bride’s bouquet for good luck.He thought it was poison ivy! Guys, you know this is true!How do you get your girlfriend or wife…
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Jeff Burgar Last week, I saw an interesting story. A&W has taken over from In-N-Out the Number 2 spot as America’s favourite burger. Habit Burger and Grill, whatever brand that is, is first. In-N-Out was shuffled down the list. Interestingly,…
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By George! 103 years old you don’t say!

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Longtime High Prairie resident George Bennett celebrated his 103rd birthday on July 30. A resident of Pleasantview Lodge in High Prairie, he enjoys the special milestone. “It’s pretty nice to reach 103 years old,” Bennett says.…
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Jeff Burgar Would you rather buy hamburger made from Canadian beef? A Canadian roast? Or a Canadian pack of steaks for your next barbecue? On those steaks, you might have to get a bank loan to pay for them! Most…
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Obituary – Bernie Bradley Cardinal

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bernard Bradley Cardinal, who left us on July 17, 2025, in High Prairie, AB, at the age of 32 years. Bernard was born on Aug. 3, 1992 in Edmonton,…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Northern Sunrise County Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is welcoming seniors 55 years and older to attend a few exciting community events this month. The community van helps to take seniors to various events throughout…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter If you’re a fan of great music and fresh air, make sure to attend the next Outdoor Concert Series, set to take place on Aug. 6 in Peace River. The Outdoor Concert Series is put on…
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