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Big Lakes County plans to repair outdoor rink in Grouard

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News An outdoor skating rink in Grouard overtaken by weeds and garbage will be repaired in the coming months as a community project planned by Big Lakes County. At its regular meeting Aug. 14, discussed a notice…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Peace River town council received an update on property taxes collected to date at its regular meeting on Aug. 12. Property taxes are assessed annually and collected from property owners to meet the financial needs of…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Peace River town council held a public hearing on Aug. 12 to discuss the possibility or rezoning a parcel of land from Residential to Direct Control District. The request for the rezoning came from landowners who…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter More delays are being experienced by the Town of Peace River in its agreement to obtain ownership of the federal portion of the North End boat launch. “The previous council had been offered the boat launch…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News There is no need for a byelection at Grimshaw. Two nomination packages for the two vacant sets were received by the Aug. 6 deadline. As a result, Lynn Florence and Bob Regal have been acclaimed to…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter The M.D. of Smoky River council has requested its ratepayers and residents respond to a survey to help direct their decisions. Reeve Robert Brochu says council felt it necessary to create a survey to get some…
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Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Another part of Big Lakes County may get a walking trail in the coming years. At its regular meeting July 24, council directed administration to explore options to construct a walking trail near Spruce Point Park.…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News Despite claims it is open and transparent, High Prairie town council continues to ignore requests to release detailed expenses on what the SAGE Report cost town taxpayers. The SAGE Report prompted High Prairie town council to…
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Health concerns warrant review – Reeve Airth

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Big Lakes County council has responded to a letter from an MLA who heard concerns from council representatives who shared local healthcare concerns at a brief meeting in March. Reeve Tyler Airth wrote a letter to…
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Malanowich, Stevens added to Big Lakes Wall of Fame

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Two women noted for their dedicated community service in Big Lakes County were honoured last week as the newest inductees on the Big Lakes Wall of Fame. Holly Malanowich and Marilyn Stevens were recognized July 24…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter A Northern Sunrise County resident who requested redistricting of her property near Sunrise Gateway Business Park will have to provide extra information before council will consider the amendment. The resident approached council earlier this year to…
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Town of Peace River soon to have new home

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Town of Peace River has purchased a building to move its official municipal operations to a facility that is going to improve accessibility and functionality. Mayor Elaine Manzer says that the current building wasn’t accessible to…
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Big Lakes, Northland agree on use of Grouard school

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Big Lakes County has completed a joint-use agreement with Northland School Division for Grouard Northland School. At its regular meeting July 24, council approved to enter into a joint-use and planning agreement (JUPA). The Municipal Government…
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Big Lakes ready to engage its citizens

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Big Lakes County council members are ready to increase their presence at community events to listen to views, ideas, questions and concerns from citizens. At its regular meeting July 24, council approved a motion to increase…
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