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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Peace River is set to welcome back its popular Job Fair, set to take place at Riverdrive Mall in downtown Peace River on Sept. 24. “The Peace River Job Fair is being organized in conjunction with…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Northern Sunrise County and Town of Peace River are set to enjoy their last Outdoor Concert Series of the summer. The concert series was created by the two communities as a way to celebrate the beautiful…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Town of Peace River is excited to welcome residents and people in the region to celebrate Alberta Day at the NAR Train Station on August 29th from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. “The province helped to…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Smoky River Agricultural Society is hoping you’ll head to its fair grounds in Donnelly Aug. 27 to attend the ever-anticipated RCMP Musical Ride. The society explains a team of up to 32 riders and horses bring…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter All cancer survivors, family members, community members, cancer patients, and visitors will be joining forces next month to raise funds for the Terry Fox Foundation. The annual Terry Fox Run will be held at the McLennan…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Peace River Family and Community Support Community Services is proud to present its annual Fall Parade of Programs Sept. 4. The event will be held at Chateau Nova from 5:30-7 p.m., and FCSS programmer Tamara Brunham…
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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 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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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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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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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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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Wildlife enthusiasts are welcome to take part in the Summer Wildlife Day at Harmon Valley Park on Aug. 23. Hosted by Northern Sunrise County, ALUS, and Sora Ecological Consulting’s Robb Stavne from noon until 4 p.m.,…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Northern Sunrise County is hosting its final summertime barbeque at the end of the month, and they are inviting people to attend to spend some time with their neighbours. The Community Meat Up Barbeque will be…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter If you’re looking for a fun activity to do in August, look no further than Paddle the Peace, hitting the waters of Peace River on Aug. 16. Registration opened June 1, and although all paddling spots…
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