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Chris CleggSouth Peace News The M.D. of Smoky River has decided to not close its office in future years for the new Sept. 30 federal holiday now known as National Day of Truth and Reconcilia- tion.Instead, they will release a…
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Big Lakes adds 5 to Wall of Fame

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Five people who volunteer in their communities east of High Prairie had their names added to the Big Lakes County Wall of Fame.Neil and Maureen Renneberg, of Joussard, were honoured for their dedicated services as 2021…
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Richard FroeseSouth Peace News The Peace River and District Chamber of Commerce celebrates Small Business Week, Oct. 17-23, while businesses continue to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic.Chamber president Peter Herritt appreciates the support of businesses.“The Peace River and District Chamber…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News Customers in Northern Sunrise County can expect a credit on their water bills in the near future.Council agreed at its Sept. 28 meeting to refund its customers a $50,000 credit provided by their water provider, NEW…
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Richard FroeseSouth Peace News A proposal to install solar energy at the Falher Regional Recreation Complex continues to move forward.At its regular meeting Sept. 22, Falher town council approved a recommendation to proceed apply for grants to install ground-mount solar…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News The Town of High Prairie’s mayor is suggesting councillors be thanked for their public service.“It would be nice to have some sort of way. . .to show some appreciation,” he said at council’s last meeting Sept.…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News Do you make an effort to celebrate Halloween in a ‘spook’ta-cular way?Once again, the Town of High Prairie is hosting its Halloween decorating contest in October.Councillor Donna Deynaka brought forth the matter at council’s Sept 28…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News Northern Sunrise County is also celebrating Halloween with a decorating contest.Residents are encouraged to decorate their house and yard with lights, jack-o-lanterns and other sorts of ghoulish decorations for a chance to win one of four…
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Fire Prevention Week – Big Lakes promotes fire safety

Big Lakes County Fire Services has a proud history of serving and protecting the residents and visitors of Big Lakes County.They deliver high-quality service throughout the year through fire prevention programs, public education, fire suppression, and rescue operations.This year, Fire…
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Richard FroeseSouth Peace News The Town of Falher has declared a new federal statutory holiday Sept. 30.At its regular meeting Sept. 20, council designated the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation recently announced by the federal government to reflect on…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News The Town of McLennan is closing its office Sept. 30 to recognize National Day of Truth and Reconciliation.Although council unanimously voted to close its office, the debate did not indicate everyone was totally in favour.“I’m totally…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News Northern Sunrise County will not be closing its office to mark National Day of Truth and Reconciliation Sept. 30, but they will be supporting a community event to mark the occasion.Council agreed unanimously at its meeting…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News The Town of High Prairie is closing its office Sept. 30 to honour National Day of Truth and Reconciliation.Councillor Michael Long opened debate at the Sept. 14 meeting by telling council he was asked by a…
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Richard FroeseSouth Peace News A request for more stop signs at a Falher residential intersection is not getting the green light from Town of Falher council.At its regular meeting Sept. 20, council received a study report of traffic at the…
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