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Are you a parent who would like to find additional support? Smoky River Adult Learning will be hosting a free parenting program called Nobody’s Perfect every Tuesday in March from 8-9:30 p.m. The program is targeting parents with children ages…
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Cooking enthusiasts looking to have a career as a chef, or anyone interested in learning about safe food preparation, are invited to participate in Smoky River Adult Learning’s Food Handler’s Safety Certificate course in March. Smoky River Adult Learning administration…
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With condensed hours at the Out of the Cold Shelter in Peace River, there is an increase of use at the Peace River Community Soup Kitchen and organizers are asking for members of the community to step up to volunteer.…
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It’s time again to get your children’s teeth checked to make sure they have a healthy dental future, with Nampa/Northern Sunrise County Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) offering a free clinic to families. Tiny Teeth Clinic Workshop will be…
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Alberta Forestry and Parks Minister is pleased the government is adding five new waterbombers to battle wildfires. Alberta secured a contract with De Havilland Canada for five new locally-built water bombers, says a government news release Feb. 17. “Investing in…
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Family and Community Support Services around the region will be beginning annual Volunteer Income Tax Programs to help seniors and low-income individuals file 2025 income tax returns. Smoky River FCSS director Crystal Tremblay says she will begin processing taxes March…
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Peace River Environmental Society (PRES) is making a call for members to help challenge the proposed nuclear plant. PRES feels that there are better, cheaper, cleaner, and quicker solutions to change the electrical legacy grid. “PRES is responding to the…
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Bingo! We have a winner!

Nord Ouest FM’s radio bingo made another person super-happy Jan. 18 with a big win totaling $5,000. “Lisette Bekewich from Nampa got the win,” says Nord Ouest FM communications and marketing agent Marianne Houle. “This one was a Play Off…
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A place everyone is welcome!

A new space in Falher has just opened that provides a welcoming place for people to gather in a comfortable setting. Le 3e espace celebrated its grand opening on Feb. 2 at its location at 020 Central Ave in Falher.…
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Is nuclear a ‘new clear’ vision for energy needs?

Nuclear Energy Engagement and Advisory Panel hosted a public townhall meeting in Peace River to discuss how nuclear power could be integrated into Alberta’s energy mix. The meeting was held at the Quality Hotel and Conference Centre on Jan. 21.…
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6 more weeks of winter predicted for Peace Country

A hoary marmot at Jasper, Alberta. Marmots are one of Alberta’s popular substitutes for groundhogs on Groundhog Day. Others include ground squirrels. For those watching things closely today, it was another mixed bag of reports from our local forecasters in…
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A new service in the area will provide support, respite, and companionship services for individuals and caregivers. The Iris Project founder Nicole Helmus says she felt it was necessary to create a service that would help to bridge the gaps…
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Northern Sunrise County is hosting a Right-of-Way open house for residents on Feb. 4. The meeting is meant to allow county residents to express their concerns and thoughts on everything from weed control and soil conservation to agricultural lands and…
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Nord Ouest FM in Falher is seeking new board members and asking interested individuals to attend the Assemblée Générale Extraordinaire to show their interest. “Nord Ouest FM is hosting another meeting because we did not receive enough nominations for board…
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Peace Regional RCMP were busy during the Christmas and New Year’s holiday. Police opened 444 files from Dec. 10 to Jan. 2, Peace RCMP public information officer Const. Julie-Ann Strilaiff says. Peace RCMP reported a higher number of traffic collisions…
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