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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Youth are invited to take part in this year’s Youth Christmas Craft Workshop at Café du Coin in St. Isidore. The workshop is being hosted by Northern Sunrise County/Nampa Family and Community Support Services on Dec.…
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‘Tis the Season

High Prairie Native Friendship Centre hosted a time for people to make Christmas wreaths in the afternoon of Nov. 14. People of all ages – from young children to seniors – enjoyed the time to make wreaths as people get…
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High Prairie gathers to remember, reflect

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Citizens of the High Prairie region gathered to honour and remember those who served in wars at the Remembrance Day service Nov. 11 at the High Prairie Royal Canadian Legion. Legion President Don Ebbett read the…
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St. Andrew’s reflects, remembers

Junior high and senior high students at St. Andrew’s School in High Prairie marked Remembrance Day with its special assembly Nov. 8. Members of the High Prairie branch of the Royal Canadian Legion were special guests. Students read several poems…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News In the anticipation of Christmas, sometimes we forget why we celebrate the joyous occasion. The congregation at High Prairie St. Mark’s Anglican Church will hold a celebration Dec. 6 to remind us why we celebrate Christmas.…
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A Christmas Craft Market will also be held at the Driftpile Cree Nation Community Hall Nov. 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shoppers are urged to attend and purchase gifts and decorations while supporting local vendors. To book a…
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Smoky River Food Bank, FCC partner to Drive Away Hunger

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Smoky River Food Bank and Farm Credit Canada (FCC) joined forces to Drive Away Hunger on Oct. 16 and they’re still accepting donations to help ensure people are comfortable and fed this winter. “FCC runs the…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Smoky River Palliative Care Society is welcoming back its Light Up a Memory fundraiser from Nov. 15 until Jan. 1. “It is a fundraiser that offers a way for our loved ones to be remembered,” explains…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Northern Sunrise County/Nampa Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is gearing up to host Father Christmas in an exciting family skate in mid-December. Santa Skate is set to take place at the Nampa Complex on Dec.…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Town of Peace River and surrounding municipalities, it is time to gear up for this year’s Prance Around the Peace happening later this month! Peace River Chamber of Commerce is hosting a scavenger hunt on Nov.…
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Those who served will always be remembered

Chris CleggSouth Peace News The High Prairie Native Friendship Centre again took the lead Nov. 8 during Indigenous Veterans Day to ensure the service and sacrifices of Indigenous people is recognized and remembered. A flag raising ceremony occurred at the…
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Students learn valuable lesson

Nov. 4, students at High Prairie Elementary School continued a tradition that began over a decade ago by taking part in the No Stone Left Alone ceremony. Students went to the High Prairie Anglican Church cemetery and were greeted by…
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Moving feet are happy feet!

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter A whole lot of fun and education can be found at the Peace River Baytex Energy Centre every week for parents looking for a great activity to do with their children. Town of Peace River recreation…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter It is time for businesses in Peace River to join together to celebrate Christmas with a little murder. Murder Mystery, that is! Peace River Chamber of Commerce executive director Reilly Bassendowski says they’ve decided to create…
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Light Up the Park ‘perfect’ start to celebration

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Town of Peace River residents and visitors to the community are eagerly waiting for the annual Light Up the Park, set to take place on Nov. 29. Light Up the Park has become a much-anticipated event…
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