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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter A Peace River community group is being negatively affected by a decision made by Facebook to suspend their account indefinitely. Peace River Rotaract is a community group that has notably raised $16,450 through an online foodbank…
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Sweets up for bids!

On Feb. 14, Kinuso School held its annual cake auction fundraiser for the graduating class. Creativity was at a high as cooks put their personal touches on some amazing, sweet-tasting creations.
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New administrative team appointed at St. Andrew’s School

Holy Family Catholic Regional Division has appointed a new administrative team at High Prairie St. Andrew’s School. The Division announced Feb. 15 that Matthew Morrisey is assuming the role of principal while the role of vice-principal will be shared by…
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New students bring fresh ideas to Pratt Art class

High Prairie E.W. Pratt Art students were pouring their hearts out during Valentine’s Day. Students continue to find new and personal ways for age-old expressions! Students are taught by Rhonda Lund.
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‘Pasta’ salt and pepper, please!

High Prairie St. Andrew’s School hosted its annual Grade 9 Travel Club pasta supper fundraiser Feb. 15 for the club’s annual week-long trip to Toronto from May 27 to June 1. The evening also included a silent auction and other…
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Kinuso, Swan River students help prepare traditional feast

Kinuso and Swan River Grade 7-12 students had an opportunity to learn some traditional Cree skills in a land-based learning exercise hosted by Swan River First Nation. On Feb. 1-2, students learned how to prepare a traditional Cree feast from…
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Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Peace River and area has a Farmers Market that is sure to delight people who like homegrown or homespun goods. Peace River Farmers Market Manager Michelle Dubrule says the market is held once a month in…
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Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Peace River School Division has updated its policy on school and program vitality. At its regular meeting Jan. 18, the board approved final reading on the updated policy. The policy was updated to remain vague on…
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Richard FroeseSouth Peace News A young man who damaged several vehicles and ran over the hand of one of the owners during an incident near Kinuso in 2022 will spend just over two years in a federal prison. Devon Lee…
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Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Two school divisions have issued news releases regarding police charges laid against a former school teacher. Holy Family Catholic Regional Division is taking necessary steps to ensure the safety and well-being of all students, states an…
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Grimshaw town council reviewed the Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) annual report provided by Tracy Halerewich, director of community services, at its Jan. 24 meeting. The report outlined programming and initiatives in 2023. Council expressed appreciation for the work…
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Art students bit by Valentine’s bug

“Goodbye” with some final works, from talented High Prairie E.W. Pratt High School students of the first semester. “Hello, Happy Valentine’s Day” from new Art students of the second semester at Pratt. Students receive instruction from Rhonda Lund.
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Special tribute for special man

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Everyone who visits J.B. Wood Continuing Care Centre in the High Prairie Health Complex now has a better understand of the man for whom the centre is named. A visual tribute to the late Dr. John…
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