The Page August 12, 2026
“The only reason I wear glasses is for little things. Like driving my car. Or finding it.” – Grandpa Jonesy “What do you mean what’s it like to be in a coma? I hate to disappoint you but how am…
Peace River Parade of Programs Sept. 3 at Chateau Nova
Peace River Family and Community Support Community Services (FCSS) is proud to present its Fall Parade of Programs Sept. 3. The event will be held at Chateau Nova from 5:30-7 p.m., and FCSS programmer Tamara Brunham says it’s a great…
Snooze and loose! SARDA show bookings going fast
SARDA Ag Research is now accepting registrations for its SARDA Agricultural Trade Show in Falher April 1-3, 2027. Executive director Vance Yaremko says they have chosen to expand their event to include an additional venue. The event will be now…
Let’s sit down and have a serious discussion!
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 a collaborative effort between…
Peace River council sets rules on political activity
At its regular meeting Aug. 10, Peace River administration spoke to council about a Political Activity Directive meant to provide guidance to staff and the community regarding political activity at town facilities. “It has been quite a topic lately will…
Tradition continues for Smoky River family
If you like to have a sweet treat now and then and love to help great causes, a local family is about to open up a lemonade stand for one day to support Stollery Children’s Hospital. Each year the Lessard/Blanchette/Wirove/Maisonneuve…
Commentary – Security blankets and worry dolls
What a perfect world it would be if each of us could start a day with a fresh outlook, free from all worries! Each culture, I am sure, has come up with a remedy. We all need a release, some…
Bad weather plays havoc on summer plans
Summer is a busy time for major outdoor community events like rodeos and music festivals. Organizers have usually relied on good weather where people and the activities are safe from active weather. However, it’s sure been more than a stormy…
Clegg’s Corner – Remembering the first fallen officer
I was working in Rycroft at the Central Peace Signal in 1987-88 before coming to South Peace News. I met Const. Irving Kurz. He was quite a historian and wrote a book called Policing the Central Peace. In it, he…
Commentary – Art with no heartbeat
“Where there is hope, there is life!” These words were spoken to me by my mother’s friend about 10 years ago. They’ve stuck with because of their truth. For all the doom and gloom out there, hope remains. The latest…
Last Splash of Summer perfect way to end August
Smoky River Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is gearing up to help youth wrap up summer fun with its last major event of the season. FCSS community programmer Tianna Todd says they have a day full of fun planned…
Calling all youth to Nerf Wars!
Smoky River Family and Community Support Services is gearing up to have a battle for the ages, and they want your children and youth to come out to have some fun. “NERF Wars is essentially a fun event we hold…
SARDA, Living Lab hosting plot tour Aug. 13
Are you interested in learning about how agricultural producers use management practices to improve soil health and overall farm productivity? SARDA Ag Research in partnership with Peace Region Living Lab are hosting the Peace Region Living Lab Plot Tour on…
Yaremko hired as Donnelly’s CAO
Village of Donnelly is welcoming a new chief administrative officer to its team. Donnelly resident and newest part of its administrative team, Sara Yaremko is excited to assume her new role as CAO. She effectively began her new role Aug.…
SARDA celebrates 40th anniversary!
SARDA Ag Research held its 40th Anniversary celebration on Aug. 5-6 at its headquarters west of Donnelly. The event was meant to put a focus on the entire agricultural industry, inclusive of grains, pulses, oilseeds, forage and specialty crops in…