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.…
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.…
Peace River & District Chamber of Commerce elects new executive
The Peace River & District Chamber of Commerce held its annual general meeting Jan. 14. In the front row, left-right, are: chamber executive director Reilly Bassendowski; Lynne Florence – Northern Sunrise County; Town of Peace River economic development officer Kariene…
Shelter applauds much-needed donation
Peace River Regional Women’s Shelter has received a much-needed donation from Swift Oilfield, helping to offset some of the costs of day-to-day operation. Shelter executive director Sandra O’Doherty says donations made to the shelter help to fund many of the…
20 quilts made to warm others’ homes
A little love in the form of homemade quilts is making the homes of multiple people in the Smoky River region a little cozier this winter. Smoky River Family and Community Support Services director Crystal Tremblay says a group of…
Welcome extended to all beaders!
If you are looking for a safe space to gather and enjoy the company of other people who love beading, the Beading Circle will be hosted throughout upcoming months at the Peace River Library. “I believe this is our third…
Need child care? Space is available!
There is a gem of a childcare facility waiting to help provide care to young people while their parents are at work, right in the heart of Nampa. The Nampa and District Daycare Society has been providing childcare in the…
Rotaract reopens Subzero Skateway
A group of hearty Peace River residents braved the cold to celebrate the opening of Subzero Skateway on Dec. 14. Peace River Rotaract hosted a Winter Welcome to reintroduce the popular Skateway back to the community for the second year.…
Pirates outgun hometown Regals
Sometimes an old-fashioned rivalry game is just what the doctor ordered to get a team’s season back on track! The Falher Pirates, defending champions of the NPHL but who were sputtering out of the gate with a 2-3 record in…
BRAVO! A job well done, Peace River School Division!
Peace River School Division is thrilled to receive the Coup de Coeur Award at the 2025 BRAVO Award Gala presented by the Canadian Association of Communicators in Education (CACE). PRSD Communications co-ordinator Kristin Dyck accepted the award on behalf of…
World-class athlete to visit North Peace
A local team of non-profit organizations and citizens are working tirelessly to provide youth mentoring and role modeling to youth in the region. Grimshaw director of Community Services Tracy Halerewich says she, Peace Regional RCMP Const. Arthur Sunday, and Peace…
Foundation accepts $3M gift
The Peace River Community Health Centre received a generous $3 million donation from former local businessman Marshall Eliuk to the Peace River and District Health Foundation. The generous gift has triggered the renaming of the centre to the Marshall Eliuk…
Nearly 300 animals rescued!
Emily PlihalLocal JournalismInitiative Reporter Approximately 300 domestic and livestock animals have been rescued from an animal rescue facility in Northern Alberta. Valleyview RCMP organized the seizure of the animals with Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society (AARCS) and Canadian Animal Task…
Poof! Just like that!Lesser Slave riding may disappear!
Pearl LorentzenLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter (Edmonton) – Scott Sinclair, MLA for Lesser Slave Lake, and Town of Slave Lake Mayor Francesca Ward have made public announcements against proposed changes to the provincial electoral boundaries for the Lesser Slave Lake and…
Fuel-Up: a special business for special people
New business at BerwynHead line:Cut line for photo:The Fuel-Up Community Access Centre board of directors includes, left-right, Jamie Friesen, Barry Dale, Michael Kuhn, Gus de Jong, Hilda de Jong and Rachelle Koch. (Berwyn) – The Village of Berwyn is pleased…