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Francophone ‘winter magic’ promised at annual Carnaval

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Francophone culture takes centre stage at the 42nd annual St-Isidore Carnaval from Feb. 14-16. Plenty of fun, food and activities will be featured at the Carnaval, to be held at the St-Isidore Cultural Centre, and organized…
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Zirka shines at Malanka full house

The Ukrainian Cultural Society of High Prairie held its annual Malanka celebration Feb. 1 at the Edmo Peyre Hall. Zirka dancers delighted the audience with their dazzling performance after a delicious meal. If pictures do indeed tell a thousand words,…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Are you concerned that you do not have basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation skills and want to ensure you acquire the skills in case someone in your presence is in need? Northern Sunrise County/Nampa Community Services will be…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Your opportunity to learn how to properly handle food to prevent food contamination is coming to St. Isidore Cultural Centre in March. Nampa/Northern Sunrise County Community Services is providing a Food Safety Course March 17 and…
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Murder-mystery returning to Jean Cote

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News The popular murder-mystery dinner-theatre returns to the small community of Jean Cote with a hilarious theme seniors can relate to. Seniors on a Cruise will be presented by the Local Actors Having Fun (LAHF) Troupe on…
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Zirka Dancers perform for seniors

The Zirka Dancers of the Ukrainian Cultural Society of High Prairie presented a special performance for seniors Jan. 29 at the Edmo Peyre Elks Rodeo Building. The Zirka Dancers also performed at its main show at the Malanka event on…
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Peace River Chamber hands out Davis Awards

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Peace River & District Chamber of Commerce held its annual Davis Awards on Jan. 25 to recognize outstanding businesses in the region. “Small businesses are the backbone of small communities like ours, so it is important…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter If you are looking for a place to spend some quality time with your family, make sure to consider the Family Day event being held at the Nampa and District Complex. The event will be held…
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New name, same great event!

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Peace River is set to welcome back its much-anticipated Northern Connections Expo, formerly known as the Spring Trade Show, from April 25-26 at the Baytex Energy Centre, and they are currently taking reservations for booths. “We…
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‘Pasta’ salt and pepper, please!

A Spaghetti Extravaganza fundraiser Jan. 22 at the High Prairie Legion Hall was co-hosted and co-sponsored by Audrey’s Catering and Wholesale Market. High Prairie Air Cadet Squadron received $660, says parent volunteer Laura Kemp. High Prairie Legion received $294, president…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter The Town of Peace River is gearing up to host its annual Family Fest on Feb. 17 at the Baytex Energy Centre. “The Community Services department of the Town of Peace River, which includes great programs…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Nampa/Northern Sunrise County Family and Community Support Services will be hosting a fun event on a brand-new ice surface early in February. The entire community is welcome on Feb. 8 to participate in the Family Skate…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Are you ready to hit the slopes and spend a day with your friends enjoying the majestic scenery at the Little Smoky Ski Hill? Then make sure to reserve your spot with the Smoky River Family…
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High Prairie Gun Show returns April 26-27

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News The 22nd annual High Prairie Gun and Sportsman Show returns April 26-27 with momentum already growing. Exhibitor packages were sent out in early January by the High Prairie Fish and Game Association with strong response, says…
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