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Never too young to learn!

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Kindergarten students at St. Andrew’s School in High Prairie learned about war and local people who served during a tour of the High Prairie branch of the Royal Canadian Legion on Nov. 7 leading up to…
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Light Up the Park ‘perfect’ start to celebration

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Town of Peace River residents and visitors to the community are eagerly waiting for the annual Light Up the Park, set to take place on Nov. 29. Light Up the Park has become a much-anticipated event…
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World of colour explored by Pratt students

“Colour, what a deep and mysterious language!” said the great artist, Paul Gauguin. High Prairie E.W. Pratt High School Art students use the language of colour to express thoughts and ideas in their work.
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Red Wings still hot on the heels of the Eagles

Chris CleggSouth Peace News If the Edson Eagles think they are going to run away and hide from the High Prairie Red Wings in their battle for first place, they just might have to take care of business themselves when…
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Almost half of wildfires human caused

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News The wildfire season in Alberta ended Oct. 31 and the Peace River Forest Area states just over 100 fires were reported. Since the beginning of 2024, the forest area responded to 110 wildfires, PRFA information officer…
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Peace Pioneers ranked third in province

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News The Peace River Pioneers have advanced to the second round of playoffs in the Alberta High School 9-a-Side Football League. The undefeated Pioneers shut out the High Prairie Renegades 59-0 in the Peace Division semifinals Oct.…
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Prospectors eliminated from playoffs

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News The Peace River Prospectors were eliminated from the playoffs in the Mighty Peace Bantam Football League in the first round. The Prospectors lost 33-22 to the Grande Prairie Norsemen on Oct. 22 in Wembley on a…
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Lapse in third period opens door for A’s

Chris CleggSouth Peace News When your goal is to win a league title, earning three points in your first three games is not exactly the start to the season you might like. Just ask Falher Pirates’ coach Dan Aubin after…
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Drinking and driving mock disaster aims to send strong message home

Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Northern Sunrise County Protective Services held its annual RISK (Reduce Injury through Student Knowledge) program to help educate students of the effects of drinking and driving. The program was introduced to the County nearly 20 years…
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Regals’ return pleases packed house

Chris CleggSouth Peace News It was well worth the wait, albeit far too long. Senior hockey returned to the High Prairie Sports Palace Oct. 26 for the first regular season game in 2,092 days with a bang as the defending…
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Carving skills put to the test!

A fun time was enjoyed by about a dozen teenagers at the High Prairie Municipal Library Oct. 25. Pumpkin carving was held to the delight of the teens, who also enjoyed a few treats and some spooky music.
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Artists explore the world of the haunted

Trick or Treat! You’ve been tricked! This week, High Prairie E.W. Pratt High School students are back with not-so-pretty pictures! They created a gallery of haunting spooks in time for Halloween! Students receive instruction from teacher Rhonda Lund.
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Big Lakes County lends support to new medical centre in GP

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Big Lakes County supports a not-for-profit medical centre being built in Grande Prairie to provide better services and professionals for residents in the Peace region. At its regular meeting Oct 23, council approved a motion that…
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Santa’s Little Helpers expect higher demand

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Many families, seniors and other adults in High Prairie will celebrate Christmas with a turkey, ham and gift cards courtesy the Children’s Resource Council. Santa’s Little Helpers will provide food and toys, as well as items…
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Plans to upgrade outdoor rink at Grouard continue

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Big Lakes County continues to pursue a proposal to upgrade an outdoor skating rink in Grouard to possibly include winter and summer usage. At its regular meeting Oct. 23, council received a repair summary report for…
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