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Peace River reports fewer calls in 2026

by | Oct 11, 2026 | | 0

Richard Froese South Peace News (Peace River) – Peace River Fire Department and the County of Northern Lights Fire Services are teaming up to recognize Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 4-10. Peace River and Northern Lights fire...

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Nerf Wars returns to library in PR

by | Oct 10, 2026 | | 0

Sara Driedger South Peace News (Peace River) – Foam darts are flying between the shelves at the Peace River Library with the return of its Nerf Wars program. The program, scheduled from 4:45 to 6 p.m., is open to participants...

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Renegades score 11 TDs in lopsided win

by | Oct 10, 2026 | | 0

Richard Froese South Peace News (High Prairie) – The High Prairie Renegades blanked the Valleyview Cougars 76-0 at home Sept. 24 to remain unbeaten in three games in the Alberta High School 9-a-Side Football League season. One...

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Pioneers tame Wolfpack

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Richard Froese South Peace News (Hinton) – The visiting Peace River Pioneers defeated the Hinton Wolfpack 41-14 on Sept. 25 in Alberta High School 9-a-Side Football League action. Starting running back Noah Ruether scored three...

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