North Peace Performing Art Festival starts this weekend (Donna Brunham)
They are displaying the talents of the Peace Region’s Fine Arts. The 31st annual North Peace Performing Arts Festival starts this weekend at various venues across the area. The event start Sunday at St. James’ Cathedral in
Driftpile and federal Indigenous Ministry sign agreement pertaining to the Nation’s children, youth and families

Courtesy: Driftpile First Nation Driftpile Cree Nation signs agreement with Canada supporting First Nations jurisdiction over child and family services February 27, 2025 — Edmonton, Alberta — Indigenous Services Canada Today, Chief Dwayne Laboucan, the elected Council
High Level offers new platform for community

Courtesy: Town of High Level Town of High Level launches new platform to enhance community engagement The Town of High Level is making it easier for residents to learn about and provide input on community projects with
Paddington In Peru: A Fitting End To The Trilogy
Well at long last Paddington in Peru made its way to cinema’s in North America, after a UK release in November and it’s North American Release getting pushed from January to February, and it was certainly worth
HPSD piloting Extended Stop Arm Program (Sheldon Bossert)

They are extending the safety aspect for students on the bus. The High Prairie School Division is piloting the Extended Stop Arm on one of the busses in the fleet. The Arm extends out by 6 1/2
BLC Partnering on housing initiatives

Courtesy: Big Lakes County ENABLING HOUSING CHOICE NORTH PROJECT IN BIG LAKES COUNTY ALBERTA — On behalf of the Rural Development Network (RDN), the Sustainable Housing Initiative (SHI) has partnered with Big Lakes County to collaboratively explore
Falg Raising ceremonies happening in March
Courtesy: PRSD Treaty 8 and Métis Flag Raising Ceremonies Planned for Fairview and Grimshaw February 26, 2025 – In recent weeks, many Canadians have spent time reflecting upon what it means to be truly Canadian. Unlike other
PR RCMP nab two in traffic stop

Courtesy: PR RCMP Peace Regional RCMP make arrests after traffic stop Peace River, Alta. – On Feb. 24, 2025, around 12:45 A.M., Peace Regional RCMP were conducting proactive patrols and initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle
PRSD sends strong message for Pink Shirt Day (Kristin Dyck, Cheyenne Testowich)
It’s a strong message by people donning a strong colour. The message is clear, and it’s aided by a colour of purpose. Pink Shirt Day is today, in support of anti-bulling initiatives. Kristin Dyck is the Communications
Water testing occurring frequently in Berwyn
Courtesy: Village of Berwyn We have heard concerns regarding water quality in the Village, and we want to ensure that everyone has accurate information. Water testing is conducted weekly, and samples are sent to a certified lab