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Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Easter will be celebrated April 9 and a tradition that started in High Prairie years ago is back!People in the Peace country and around the world are invited to join the Holy Week Bible Reading Marathon…
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Murder mystery returns to Jean Cote

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News A murder in Jean Cote was solved at a popular murder mystery dinner theatre that returned after being cancelled in 2021 and 2022 by COVID-19 restrictions.Secrets, Scandals and Superheroes was presented by the Local Actors Having…
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New Peace region dance group launched

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News A new dance group for youth in the Peace region has been launched.Peace Region Hopak Dance Group performed Feb. 25 in High Prairie at the annual Zabava presented by the Ukrainian Cultural Society of High Prairie.The…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News High Prairie RCMP are investigating an incident March 10 at the Sports Palace where the Edson Eagles bus was shot at with a pellet gun.Alberta RCMP Media Relations Officer Const. Kelsey Davidge confirms the investigation is…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Village of Donnelly council will be hosting a candidate open house on March 15, before their mandated byelection later this month.The open house will be held to introduce the two candidates who have put their name…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter SARDA Agricultural Research will be hosting its much-anticipated biennial trade show this weekend in Falher.The trade show will be held in Falher from March 16-18 and will feature some new elements for all interest groups. The…
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FABuLAS rallying to aid Centre Chevaliers

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter FABuLAS is welcoming people from around the region to participate in its Easter Brunch on April 2.The Falher & Area Beautification & Leisure Activities Society (FABuLAS) is hosting the brunch as a fundraiser for the Centre…
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The High Prairie Agricultural Society is inviting dog owners to Dog Obedience and Agility sessions at the High Prairie Agriplex each Tuesday until the end of May from 7-8 p.m.Owners are asked to bring a leash, treats and appropriate footwear…
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Twilight skaters dazzle on ice

The Twilight Figure Skating Club based out of Donnelly held its 2023 Skating Carnival Feb. 26 at the Guy-Donnelly Sportex. The event gives the skaters a chance to perform the skills learned during the season in front of family and…
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Many hands make light work!

More than 35 dozen apple pies were made at Pleasantview Lodge in High Prairie on Feb. 25 as an annual fundraiser for the Pleasantview Lodge Auxiliary. About 65 volunteers, from youth to seniors in their 90s, made 450 pies, which…
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Friends of a cancer victim in High Prairie are holding a fundraising supper at the High Prairie Legion Hall March 11.“We are having a fundraising supper for our dear friend, who has been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer,” writes Nilda…
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Zirka Dancers showcase proud Ukrainian culture

The Ukrainian Cultural Society of High Prairie presented its annual Zabava celebration Feb 25 at the Edmo Peyre Hall. The show featured the High Prairie Zirka Dancers. Colourful outfits and skills by 27 youth dancers from ages two to teens…
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A benefit night for Joe and Frankie Hyde, who lost their home in a fire Feb. 2, will be held at the Triangle Hall 16 km west of High Prairie March 11.Doors open at 6 p.m. for the silent auction.…
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Carifelle contesting UCP nomination vote

Joe McWilliamsFor South Peace News Feb. 26, Scott Sinclair won the United Conservative Party nomination for Lesser Slave Lake. It was a very tight result, with just three votes the margin of victory over Martine Carifelle.As of March 3, Carifelle…
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