Spend time with a pup on a Dog Day Out
Do you love dogs but don’t have a schedule that allows you to adopt one into your home and life? Peace Regional SPCA has come up with an idea to allow people to spend quality one-on-one time with a canine…
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Avis memorial donates to food bank
Posthumously, a Smoky River Region woman made a significant contribution to the Smoky River Regional Food Bank. Avis Gagne, one of the founding members of the food bank asked that attendees of her celebration of life generously donate food items…
Obituary – Gerard Lapointe
Gerald grew up and farmed in Donnelly, AB, initially working on the family farm with his parents and siblings before starting his own. He met the love of his life Huguette, and they were married in 1964. He was a…
Women’s fundraising efforts dedicated to education and healing
Two Peace River women are about to raise money for Peace River Aboriginal Interagency Committee, with a variety of items designed to spread awareness regarding Truth and Reconciliation. “I believe in and support the 94 Calls to Action from the…
Miserable Miles, SPCA perfect partnership
Dog parents and supporters of the Peace Regional SPCA are urged to take part in a super fun run taking place Sept 5. Miserable Miles Unleashed will be making a comeback during the ever-popular Miserable Miles that takes place in…
Study at no cost to Smoky River taxpayers examines greenhouse gases
The M.D. of Smoky River No. 130 participated in a Greenhouse Gas Reduction Pathway Feasibility Study, with the Project Completion Report finalized June 19. “This study was 100 per cent grant funded, with 80 per cent coming from FCM (Federation…
Tradition continues for Smoky River family
If you like to have a sweet treat now and then and love to help great causes, a local family is about to open up a lemonade stand for one day to support Stollery Children’s Hospital. Each year the Lessard/Blanchette/Wirove/Maisonneuve…
Todd joins Smoky River FCSS staff
Smoky River Family and Community Support Services is pleased to welcome and introduce its newest employee, community programmer Tianna Todd. Todd says she is excited to be in her new role and is excited to help provide some interesting programming…
Teddy bears, stuffies rescued
A few children from the Smoky River region had their teddy bears and/or favourite stuffies receive some tender loving care at a Teddy Bear triage July 20 at the Sacred Heart Health Centre Ambulance Station. Broken bones, a broken tail,…
Time to relax, enjoy!
Sacred Heart Community Health Centre at McLennan celebrated National Indigenous Peoples Day June 21 at the hospital, on the lawn east of the main building. A barbecue was held including salads, hotdogs and hamburgers, and refreshments. Indigenous music was also…
Organizers postpone STEP, hoping for more youth in fall
A program designed by Smoky River Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) to help with youth develop necessary skills to bring into adulthood has been postponed until fall. STEP (skills, training, empowerment and personal growth) Forward was to begin in…
Shutterbugs! Get your cameras ready!
If you are an avid photographer or you have just snapped a beautiful picture in the region and want it to live in print for an entire year, Northern Sunrise County has a contest to help you realize your dream.…
Yard Showcase highlights neat properties in Northern Sunrise County
Northern Sunrise County will be hosting a Yard Showcase to commend home, farm, and acreage owners for taking great care of their property. “Northern Sunrise County established the Yard Showcase Awards to promote community pride, environmental stewardship, and the creation…
Come to McLennan where science, teddy bears mix
Does your child have anxieties about medical environments you would like them to overcome? Smoky River Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) will be hosting a Teddy Bear Triage to use a role-play activity to help children understand and overcome…
SARDA preparing for its 40th anniversary celebration
SARDA Ag Research is hosting its 40th Anniversary celebration in August and organizers are hoping you’ll bring the whole family to celebrate! “We’re hosting our 40th Anniversary and Agricultural Showcase on Aug. 5 and 6 west of Donnelly at our…