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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Two free seminars will be held in the region to help people ask questions about succession, retirement, and estate planning. Verstappen Assurance Inc. Cooperators, along with three industry professionals, will be hosting a seminar at the…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News Two residents of a home at Girouxville required medical attention for non-life threatening injuries after an armed break and enter Feb. 12, reports Const. Julie-Ann Strilaiff, Peace Regional RCMP public information officer. A Smoky River man…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News The proposed tariffs by American President Donald Trump could have a devastating effect on the local lumber industry and High Prairie regional economy mounting to millions of dollars. It was the message delivered by West Fraser…
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Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Peace River School Division has several activities scheduled during the PRSD Families Matter Week from Feb. 18–21. A 13-year tradition, the week recognizes the important role families have in student success, says an PRSD news release…
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West Fraser fears impact of tariffs on its operations

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Production at High Prairie Forest Products would be impacted by potential tariffs on forest products going to the United States. General manager Brandon Marsh addressed Big Lakes County council about the negative impacts at its regular…
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Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Big Lakes County has named members to the inter-municipal weed and pest appeal board for 2025. At its regular meeting Feb. 12, council appointed Brianne Brault, George Blackhurst, Duane Nichols and Doug Meneice to represent Big…
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Richard FroeseSouth Peace News An official at Tolko Industries projects potential tariffs on forest products going to the United States would hurt forestry operations in the High Prairie region and across Canada. Forestry Supt. Chris Valaire addressed Big Lakes County…
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New Pratt class begins exploration into world of art

High Prairie E.W. Pratt High School Art students can’t draw a straight line! However, this is a good thing when they study the art element of line and the principle of pattern. Their imaginations take a simple line and twist,…
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Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Potential tariffs on forest products going to the United States could have a significant impact on the forestry operations in the High Prairie region and across Alberta, according to a provincial forestry association. Alberta Forest Products…
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Loewen promotes Alberta hunting in USA

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Central Peace – Notley MLA and Forestry and Parks Minister Todd Loewen has returned from trip to the United States to promote outdoor experiences, hunting and opportunities in the province. He was scheduled to return to…
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Shelter asks for public’s help to restock period pantries

The period pantries located at 10011-98 Street in Peace River and in the north end across from Springfield Elementary are both incredibly void of period products. Family Violence advocate Nadine Robinson asks that the community rallies together to help refill…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Northern Sunrise County Protective Services is gearing up to host its annual Awards Night for its team of dedicated volunteers who strive to make our community safer. The County’s fire chief and director of protective services…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Nucleon Energy is proposing projects in the Birch Hills County, and recently hosted three education sessions in the county and M.D. of Smoky River to get a response and to gauge interest from community members in…
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The Town of Grimshaw was proud to participate in the “Tough Enough to Talk About It” mental health program, hosted by the Resource Centre for Suicide Prevention North Peace Branch, Jan. 29. “Tough Enough to Talk About It” is a…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News A man sustained non-life-threatening injuries after being shot with a handgun during an argument at Grouard Feb. 1. High Prairie RCMP responded to a report of a firearm being discharged and injuring the adult male. Police…
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