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Courtesy: Peace River School Division Election 2025 Peace River School Division Board of Trustees elections will take place on Monday, October 20, 2025, along with municipal elections. In preparation, the Board of Trustees have appointed Secretary/Treasurer Rhonda

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Courtesy: Town of Peace River Peace River and County of Northern Lights Fire Department members recognized at Annual Awards Night December 19, 2024 – The Peace River and County of Northern Lights Fire Departments held their Annual

Ciourtesy: VV RCMP Valleyview RCMP investigate fatal hit and run collision on Highway 43  Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation, Alta. – On Dec. 21, 2024, at 6:30 a.m. Valleyview RCMP received a report of a deceased person on

Courtesy: HP RCMP Faust RCMP arrest individual following attempt to flee traffic stop High Prairie, Alta. –  On Nov. 26, 2024, at approximately 11:46 p.m., Faust RCMP and Lakeshore Regional Police Service conducted a joint traffic stop

Courtesy: PR RCMP Peace Regional RCMP lay charges in flight from police officer Northern Sunrise County, Alta. – On Dec. 5, 2024, Peace Regional RCMP were patrolling in the area of Township Road 822 and Range Road

Police are looking for a suspect in a stolen vehicle investigation. Peace Regional RCMP say the vehicle had been stolen from Fort St. John last week. Dashcam footage was available and officers are looking to identify the

Peace Regional RCMP say that they have seized 14.5 grams of suspected fentanyl. Officers responded to a report early this morning where an unknown, suspicious substance was located at a business in the area of 56 Street

Courtesy: Northland School Division NSD host first meeting with Superintendent’s Elder and Knowledge Keeper Advisory Council Northland School Division (NSD) continues to strengthen its commitment to Truth and Reconciliation through the creation of the Superintendent’s Elder and

With the influx of Snow in the Peace Region, Ski Hills are setting up dates to open up for the season. Whispering Pines Ski Hill in Worsley is already open for the season. The Fairview Ski Hill

The Brick in Peace River is celebrating Christmas cheer. The Brickley Bear campaign was underway last week, wuith proceeds going to the Stollary Children’s Hospital. Reports indicate over 300 bears were sold, and over $6,000 was raised

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Courtesy: Forest Capital of Canada The Mackenzie Region of Alberta awarded the Forest Capital of Canada two years in a row FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—After embracing the title in 2024, the Mackenzie Region of Alberta is delighted to

Courtesy: Village of Berwyn Arena Discussions Council engaged in discussions with Jonathan McLeod of the Berwyn Arena Society regarding the future of the Berwyn Arena. Council encouraged McLeod to engage with the community to gather support and

Courtesy: Town of Peace River Town of Peace River Council Approves 2025 Budget The Town of Peace River Council has officially passed the 2025 municipal budget, focusing on taxpayer fairness, financial sustainability, and essential infrastructure investment. “The

Courtesy: MD of Peace Preliminary Budget Council approved the 2025 preliminary budget of $6,379,960 of which $4,980,660 is operating funds and, $1,399,300 is capital funds. The MD of Peace serves a population of 1581 in 651 residences

Canada Post operations are set to resume at 8 am local time on Tuesday, December 17, following an order from the Canada Industrial Relations Board for the 55000 striking employees to return to work. This decision came

This is a significant development in Canadian politics, with Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland announcing her resignation from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s cabinet. Freeland’s decision comes after Trudeau offered her a different position, a

Courtesy: Town of Grimshaw Appointment of Returning Officer and Deputy Returning Officer In accordance with the Local Authorities Election Act, Council appointed the Returning Officer and Deputy Returning Officer for the 2025 Municipal Elections. Municipal Secretary Belinda

Courtesy: RCMP RCMP warn public of texting scam RCMP are warning the public about a text message scam involving speeding violation tickets. RCMP have received reports of a scam that is circulating throughout Alberta. The scam involves

Courtesy: Fairview RCMP Fairview RCMP make arrests following break and enter Clear Hills County, Alta. – On Nov. 29, 2024, at approximately 1:52 a.m., Fairview RCMP responded to reports from community members regarding a break and enter

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Courtesy: Government of Alberta Building safer and stronger highways December 11, 2024 Media inquiries Hundreds of road and bridge projects completed in 2024 will ease traffic congestion, improve safety and enhance travel on Alberta highways. Alberta’s highways are

Courtesy: Town of Peace River  Penny Steffen, president of the Peace Regional SPCA, presented an update about the organization. Subsequently, Council directed Administration to provide a financial contribution of $62,355 for the demolition of the Town-owned structure

Courtesy: RCMP Help prevent mail theft this holiday season Edmonton, Alta. – Despite the current Canada Post strike, holiday deliveries are still making their way to doorsteps across the province. This time of year, brings an influx

Courtesy: Peace River School Division PRSD Appoints Dr. Thompson as Superintendent of Schools December 10, 2024 – Dr. Jeff Thompson has been appointed to the position of Superintendent of Schools for the Peace River School Division. This

Courtesy: MD of Greenview Kevin O’Leary in cooperation with the Municipal District of Greenview to develop world’s largest AI Data Centre Industrial Park ‘Wonder Valley’ in the Greenview Industrial Gateway (“GIG”) near Grande Prairie in North West

Courtesy: Town of Fairview Here are the highlights of the December 3, 2024 Regular Meeting of Council RCMP Quarterly Report: Constable Kurt Fink, Detachment Commander for the RCMP, presented the quarterly report: – Community crime incidents are