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McLennan Christmas Light Up set for Dec. 1
Chris CleggSouth Peace News The Bird Capital of Canada will kick off the holiday season with its annual Town of McLennan Light Up Wednesday, Dec. 1.The Town is partnering with the Northern Alberta Railway Museum, and Kimiwan Birdwalk and Leisure…
2 decorating contests to enter in Falher
Chris CleggSouth Peace News A Falher tradition since 2015 called Light Up Your Business continues!“The Town of Falher has been campaigning the local businesses yearly since 2015 to put up Christmas lights and decorations during the Christmas season at their…
PR Chamber ringing in Christmas
Santa Claus is coming to town, the old-fashioned way!Last year, the Peace River Santa Claus Parade was cancelled due to COVID-19. Instead, in partnership with the Town of Peace River and the Peace River and District Chamber of Commerce, Santa…
Light Up the Park returns to PR after 1-year hiatus
Chris CleggSouth Peace News Light Up the Park is Peace River’s kickoff to the holiday season and promises to be as spectacular as in years past.The event occurs Nov. 26 at 7 p.m. at Riverfront Park.“Light up the Park is…
Canadiens alumni coming to Falher
Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Former stars of the NHL Montreal Canadiens are coming to Falher on Feb. 3.The Town of Falher will host a legends hockey game as the Canadiens will face an alumni team of the Falher Pirates of…
Words of Wisdom provides insight to long, happy marriage
“I want everyone to understand is just how important and treasured this album will be to your family and close friends, not just now, but decades from now,” Jodi Sware Chris CleggSouth Peace News Want some hints on what it…
Council recognizes Stout
Chris CleggSouth Peace News A former councillor for the Town of McLennan was recognized for his 33 years of service to the community at a meeting Nov. 8.Dwayne Stout, who was defeated in the Oct. 18 municipal election, thanked council…
Peace River takes time to remember
Importance of poppy remembered at ceremony
Richard FroeseSouth Peace News People gathered outside for brief Remembrance Day ceremonies Nov. 11 in McLennan and other neighbouring communities in the Smoky River Region.Weather was sunny and cool as about 50 people gathered at the cenotaph outside the McLennan…
Wings extend streak in overtime thriller
Richard FroeseSouth Peace News The High Prairie Red Wings won an overtime thriller to remain unbeaten in the West Division of the Greater Metro Junior A Hockey League.Daylan Bellerose scored a power play goal in overtime as the Red Wings…
Surprise donations gleefully accepted
Richard FroeseSouth Peace News A food bank and a women’s shelter in the High Prairie region are grateful for generous donations of food and other items from a Filipino church organization.The Sucker Creek Emergency Women’s Shelter received a $3,000 cheque,…
Santa’s Little Helpers returning in HP
Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Young families and others less fortunate in High Prairie will be supported at Christmas with special vouchers for food offered by the High Prairie and District Children’s Resource Council.Santa’s Little Helpers will provide vouchers and toys…
Renegades win first-ever playoff game
Richard FroeseSouth Peace News The High Prairie Renegades picked up a win in their first-ever playoff game in the high school Mighty Peace Football League.Renegade quarterback Jace Supernault led the attack as High Prairie beat the Peace-Wapiti Titans 32-19 on…
Red Wings still rolling
Richard FroeseSouth Peace News The High Prairie Red Wings remain the only unbeaten team in the West Division in the Greater Metro Junior A Hockey League after the first month of the season.High Prairie closed out October with two wins…