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Smoky River Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is gearing up to celebrate National Child’s Day Nov. 20. FCSS director Crystal Trembly explains National Child Day is a day dedicated to promoting rights of children and recognizing Canada’s commitment to…
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Foundation accepts $3M gift

The Peace River Community Health Centre received a generous $3 million donation from former local businessman Marshall Eliuk to the Peace River and District Health Foundation. The generous gift has triggered the renaming of the centre to the Marshall Eliuk…
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It’s time again to bring some smiles to the faces of people in your communities and help raise money for important non-profit organizations! Running from Nov. 17-23, the Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie Campaign is back to brighten the lives…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter It is that time of year when everyone is looking to spread some Christmas cheer, so what better way to kick off the holiday season than heading out to the Falher Christmas Expo and Santa Day?…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Seniors looking for more health and wellness programs in the area are welcome to attend the Seniors Health and Wellness Fair on Nov. 20 in Peace River. The event will be at the Chateau Nova Peace…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Northern Rural Chicks are at it again, hosting a Boots & Bling event, focusing on men’s mental health. The event will be held on Nov. 15 at the Smoky River Community Hall, with doors opening at…
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Indigenous Cultural Site a place for all to heal

Chris CleggSouth Peace News A celebration held at the Sacred Heart Health Centre at McLennan Sept. 30 served two important purposes, said Terry Calliou, Indigenous wellness coordinator for Alberta Health Services, at the centre. The opening of the Indigenous Cultural…
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Emily PlihalLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter A spooky good time is about to hit the ice at Baytex Energy Centre, as organizers are set to host its annual Halloween Skate. “The Town of Peace River is hosting the Halloween Skate as…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Peace River & District Chamber of Commerce has opened the nomination period to recognize exemplary businesses in the region by nominating them for a Davis Award. Chamber of Commerce executive director Reilly Bassendowski says the awards…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Duelling Pianos is making its way back to Falher on Dec. 6 as a fundraiser for two prominent groups in the community. Diamonds in December, the 12th Annual Gala at the Smoky River Community Hall, is…
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Women raise money to support cultural events

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Two Peace River women have been raising funds for Peace River Aboriginal Interagency Committee, a local organization they think does great work in the community. “We raised these funds for Peace River Interagency Aboriginal Committee because…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter If you have a teen who will be hitting the road in their own set of wheels soon, you may want to consider attending the Teen Driver Safety Night at St. Isidore Cultural Centre later this…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Northern Sunrise County/Nampa Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is gearing up for another fun youth outing for its residents. The group will be bringing children 10 years old and older to the Corn Maze and…
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