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Coronavirus examined at Vanier science fair

Richard Froese South Peace News Students at Georges P. Vanier School in Donnelly were in the spotlight at the school’s annual junior high school science fair Feb. 27. A total of 44 projects were presented by Grade 7-8 students, says…
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Chase the Ace jackpot continues to balloon

Tom Henihan South Peace News McLennan Parks and Recreation Board’s Chase the Ace began on Jan. 10, and the progressive raffle will run to Friday, March 13 or until someone draws the Ace of Hearts. In compliance with the rules…
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Skaters dazzle in ‘Winter Wonderland’

Tom Henihan South Peace News This year’s Twilight Figure Skating Club annual season-end carnival, “Winter Wonderland Showcase,” was held at the H.W. Fish Arena in McLennan on Feb. 23. For Twilight skaters, the carnival provides an opportunity to exhibit the…
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‘Snow’ perfect sculptures!

One of many events at the 38th annual Carnaval de St. Isidore Feb. 14-16 was snow sculpture. Many entrants adhered to the Carnival theme “Invasion des Emojis” despite the cold weather. Included are three samples.
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Country needs adjustment

Susan Thompson South Peace News The official fair deal panel tour may be over, but MLAs continue to hold town halls in local communities across Alberta to gather feedback for the provincial government on Alberta’s place within Canada. Central Peace…
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Peace Energy Co-op grand opening Feb. 26

Susan Thompson South Peace News The Peace Energy Co-operative is holding a grand opening of their new office on Feb. 26. The office is located at 9907 101 Ave in Peace River. The event will be at 11:30 a.m. and…
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Rec space for toddlers opens in McLennan

Tom Henihan South Peace News Parents of small children living in the McLennan area now have a valuable new service in the community at J&E Barkhouse Recreation Activities, which opened Feb. 13. The recreation activities centre, located in Providence School,…
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Carnaval de St. Isidore spotlights francophone culture

Richard Froese South Peace News Francophone culture was centre stage at the 38th annual Carnaval de St. Isidore on Feb. 14-16. A variety of activities and colourful entertainers were featured in and around the St. Isidore Cultural Centre organized by…
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Never too cool for a refreshing run!

Tom Henihan South Peace News Smoky River Runners held its third annual Family Day, Frosty Fun Run, Feb. 16. This year’s event was sponsored by McLennan Parks and Recreation Board, with the McLennan Royal Purple donating the Elks Hall for…
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PR Airport to be turned over to non-profit organization

Susan Thompson South Peace News After a special public meeting with all of the Town of Peace River’s municipal partners, council has decided to move ahead with the process of turning ownership and operations of the airport to a non-profit…
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Rural crime prevention starts with you

Susan Thompson South Peace News Fighting rural crime is not just about enforcement, but also about community members coming together to help prevent crime. That was the main message at the Rural Crime Prevention Conference at the Sawridge Inn in…
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PR KFC approved for drivethrough

Susan Thompson South Peace News Town of Peace River residents may remember the KFC site was developed with the current use back in 1968, and was originally home to a restaurant called Chicken Village. However, the Land-Use Bylaw didn’t allow…
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MP Viersen helps bring anti-slavery bill to Senate

SPN Staff On Feb. 5, the All-Party Parliamentary Group to End Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking introduced the Modern Slavery Act in the Senate. Peace River – Westlock M.P. Arnold Viersen is the co-chair of APPG. “Modern day slavery and…
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Huskies win, Pirates scuttled

Chris Clegg South Peace News In the end, the Falher Pirates must be left wondering what might have been. The Pirates were punted from the NPHL playoffs after losing a 6-3 home ice decision to the visiting Grimshaw Huskies Feb.…
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