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Demolition of landmark school in Peace River begins

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News An old francophone school building in Peace River will soon be history. Built in 1976, the former Ecole des Quatre-Vents building is set to be demolished starting March 7, Conseil scolaire du Nord-Ouest (CSNO) announced in…
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Young scientists get creative

Students at Prairie River Junior High School in High Prairie participated in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Day activities on March 1. Teams were timed and assessed in activities that included creating a paper roller coaster, bottle rocket launching,…
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Students learn ABCs of CPR

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Students at six Peace River School Division schools had the opportunity in February to get trained in bystander CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) and use of an AED (automated external defibrillator). Training for students from Grades 4-12 is…
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Canvassing begins!

The arduous task of gathering names on the recall petition for Town of High Prairie Mayor Brian Panasiuk, and councillors Donna Deynaka and James Waikle has started. The petiton was filed Feb. 16 by resident Darcy Foster and later found…
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Students shown opportunities in forest sector

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Career opportunities in the forest industry were presented to junior high school students at a forestry career fair Feb. 29 in High Prairie. Employers and industry partners presented options at the fair held at the Edmo…
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Study to determine impact of development

Pearl LorentzenFor South Peace News Caribou, moose, and grizzlies are species of interest for local Indigenous governments and they are using camera traps to study them. Swan River First Nation (SRFN) is between Slave Lake and High Prairie south of…
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Family Day fun in Peace River

Peace River rolled out the welcome mat for Family Day activities Feb. 19. The Baytex Energy Centre had many games and activities for children (of all ages!) to enjoy. Free hot chocolate and raffles added to the fun. Misery Mountain…
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‘Ruff’ day at Pleasantview

Pleasantview Lodge in High Prairie celebrated dogs with its annual dog show Feb. 28. Lodge residents and friends were treated to 14 dogs who activity co-ordinator Nicole Noble described as “paws-itively adorable”. Last year, the event featured 15 dogs.
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Many hands make light work!

More than 35 dozen apple pies were made at Pleasantiew Lodge in High Prairie on Feb. 24 as an annual fundraiser for the Pleasantview Lodge Auxiliary. About 90 volunteers, from youth to seniors in their 90s, made about 450 pies,…
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New worlds created in eyes of Art students

High Prairie E.W. Pratt High School Art students reinvent the world around them through their work. In other words, “They own their ideas!” Art is about invention and exploring at Pratt and students put both to good use. Students receive…
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The High Prairie Golden Age Club

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News The High Prairie Golden Age Club welcomes more seniors to join in times of fun and friendship. The club invites seniors aged 50 years and older to the High Prairie Golden Age Centre for a special…
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Property crimes in High Prairie soar 25%, says Barber

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Property crime was a major issue for High Prairie RCMP in 2023. Sgt. Jason Barber says the problem continues. “Reported mischief with damage to property was up 25.5 per cent from 2022, likely due to an…
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Toot! Toot!

Chris CleggSouth Peace News Reading is often described as a long ride to success in education. To meet that goal, the McLennan Library Board has recently installed a play train structure in the library for children to enjoy. The idea…
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Curbing rural theft priority for McLennan RCMP

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News The McLennan RCMP were busy in 2023 as reports of crime in the Smoky River region increased from 2022. Sgt. Allan Paterson says the detachment responded to 1,480 calls in 2023. “That’s an increase of about…
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Red Wings crush Ice Kings

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News The High Prairie Red Wings swept two games against the Fox Creek Ice Kings last week as they continue to gear up for playoffs. The Red Wings crushed the Ice Kings 10-1 at home Feb. 23…
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