Eats & treats for Christmas!
Pleasantview Lodge in High Prairie hosted its annual Christmas Bazaar on Nov. 29. The bazaar was an opportunity for residents to sell or buy Christmas baking, crafts and other special items for Christmas gifts.
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High Prairie Light-Up shines in the night!
Crowds gathered for the 36th annual High Prairie Winter Light-Up at the Town of High Prairie Civic Square on Nov. 29 to kick off the Christmas season. The High Prairie Community Beautification Association hosted the event with the Town of…
Advent light shines at St. Andrew’s School
High Prairie St. Andrew’s School held its annual Advent Celebration on Nov. 29 to start the Christmas season to celebrate the birth of Jesus. The entire elementary student body celebrated the event in the small gym with songs, lighting candles…
Call it the DeWet Trail!
McLennan has named its walking and cycling trails in honour of the man who contributed so much to their creation. On Nov. 6, residents gathered to show their appreciation to Dr. Pieter DeWet, a well-respected and long-time physician in McLennan.…
We filled a bus for the food bank!
High Prairie School Division collected more than 700 pounds of food and more than $1,000 in cash donations during the annual Fill-a-Bus campaign Nov. 29. The food and donation drive was held at Freson Bros. during the High Prairie Winter…
HP Festival of Trees Dec. 10
The dazzling Festival of Trees returns to the High Prairie Health Complex Dec. 10 from 6-8 p.m. Held by the host Festival of Trees committee, events include a visit from Santa Claus, a family scavenger hunt and entertainment provided by…
Quiet library rocks to the sounds of Christmas
The High Prairie Municipal Library hosted its annual Children’s Christmas Party on Nov. 22. The party attracted 125 people. Children enjoyed a variety of games and activities, such as the Saran Wrap game where children try to tear open a…
Never too cold!
A couple dozen brave souls participated in the High Prairie MITAA Recovery Walk Nov. 23. The first true day of winter greeted walkers with cold and snowy weather. The MITAA Centre helps people with all addictions and promotes the well-being…
Fundraising efforts exceed $19,000!
Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Support for the High Prairie Wilderness Camp keeps growing! More than $19,000 was raised at the camp’s annual fundraiser Nov. 23 at Triangle Hall. “We raised $19,060.50,” says camp director Aaron Harbidge, who launched the camp…
A first Christmas enjoyed by some!
The Children’s Resource Council hosted its annual Little Elves Christmas Party on Nov. 29 at the Children’s Centre in High Prairie. Children up to six years of age enjoyed a variety of activities such as crafts, playing and a special…
Battle of the Badges scheduled for Jan. 18 in Peace River
Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter A friendly battle for charity is about to take place in Peace River at this year’s annual Battle of the Badges. “The funds this year are being donated to the Peace River Regional Women’s Shelter and…
Registrations being accepted for 2025 SARDA Trade Show
Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter SARDA Ag Trade Show is now accepting registrations for its show set to take place at the Falher Regional Recreation Complex from March 27-29, 2025. “We offered our 2023 booth holders to retain their booths prior…
Super Saturday celebration is returning to Berwyn
Chris CleggSouth Peace News Saturday, Dec. 7 will be a special day at Berwyn! Super Saturday returns to the village with a parade starting festivities at noon on Main Street. Organizers encourage community organizations, groups and businesses to enter a…
High Prairie Light-Up celebration Friday
The annual High Prairie Light-Up celebration traditionally held the last Friday of November (this year on Nov. 29) promises to be bigger and better this year with added events and activities. “Our group is trying to expand High Prairie Light-Up…
Peace River planning for Santa Claus Parade
Emily PlihalLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter Peace River children will be excited to hear that Santa Claus will be in town on Nov. 30! Peace River Chamber of Commerce executive director Reilly Bassendowski says they are hosting the annual Santa Claus…