Peace River Dancers shine on World Stage

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A huge shout-out to our local dancers who’ve made waves at the Dance World Cup! Rachel Greidanus, Aubrey LePage and Kambriea Burns of the Society, each placed in the top 11 in the world for their solo

Camp Day Raises Money for Kids to Summer Camp

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Tim Hortons is sending a big thank you to Canada! This year’s Camp Day campaign raised over $13 million for the Tim Hortons Foundation Camps. Since its inception, Camp Day has raised more than $275 million, helping

T55 Daily News Blast

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Tuesday July 22, 2025 Police say the shots were discharged at a vehicle, after authorities learned a firearm was pointed at the victims, who knew the suspect. 41 year-old Rodney Conrad Ominayak of Little Buffalo was arrest

NDP Calling For Support For Drought Affected Farmers

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With drought conditions affecting farmers across the province, the NDP opposition is calling on the provincial government to take action. Heather Sweet, the NDP Shadow Minister for Agriculture, says farmers need more support to help get feed

PR RCMP arrest one after shots fired

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A suspect is in custody after a shots-fired incident near Peace River on July 13th. RCMP say Rodney Conrad Ominayak, 41, pointed a firearm at known victims before fleeing in a pickup with a quad in the

Fire Bans still present, despite recent rains

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Northern Alberta is still quite dry, and has higher ratings for fire danger. This despite spotty shower activity in the Peace region over the weekend. The town and MD of Fairview both have Fire Bans in effect,

Ag. Disaster declared in the MD of Greenview (Tyler Olsen)

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They based their decision on worsening drought conditions, persistant moisture shortages and severe grasshopper infestations. The MD of Greenview have declared Agriculture disasters for the livestock industry. Dry conditions, dating back to last year, have not subsided

Alberta RCMP warning about new street drug

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Alberta RCMP have issued a province-wide alert after a 16-year-old died from a fake pill laced with a deadly opioid. The counterfeit pills look like the anti-anxiety drug Xanax, but contain isotonitazene — a powerful, fatal opioid.

Fairview Amateur Rodeo this weekend (Riley Buker)

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It’s a gathering to see the best in Amateur Rodeo, but also to have fun. The annual Fairview Amateur Rodeo is this weekend at the Rodeo grounds. Lots of events are happening including the 4H Sale, The

Manning Rodeo this weekend (Brent Nordstrom)

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It’s a staple for 73 years that has the whole family excited. The annual Manning Rodeo starts today at the Battle River Ag. Grounds, with lots of events on the schedule. There’s also concessions, kids activities and