Town of Peace River Approves 2026 Budget

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The Town of Peace River has approved its 2026 municipal budget, with a focus of balancing fiscal responsibility while maintaining services and investing in key priorities. Mayor Shelly Shannon said the plan balances cost control with efforts

Ecole Providence in McLennan closes in June – reactions

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The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division Board of Trustees has announced that École Providence in McLennan will close at the end of the current school year. The decision comes after a review of long-term enrolment trends, school

RCMP Weekly Wanted…

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From the RCMP’s Weekly Wanted file, police in the area are searching for Wayne Donald Crowell. He’s noted for activities in Grande Prairie and Clairmont, but police do state that activities and presence could possibly extend to

T55 Daily News Blast

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Wednesday April 15, 2026 Reactions have come from the Town of McLennan on the announcement of the closing of Ecole Providence. Mayor Jason Doris says they will continue to advocate on behalf of residents and seek clarity

NDP Launches Campaign Against Separation

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With the possibility looming of a separatist referendum in Alberta, the NDP has launched its own campaign to take action against that. Party leader Naheed Nenshi says “For Alberta, For Canada” is a movement for anyone who

New Hunger Games Trailer Sunrise on the Reaping

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We just got our first look at the new hunger games movie releasing later this year. This one follows Haymitch Abernathy and his time at the games. The last prequel was fantastic and mad me appreciate the

Provincial Government cancels Red Earth Creek School project

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A major school construction project in northern Alberta is facing delays after coming in significantly over budget. During a special meeting on April 9, the Peace River School Division Board of Trustees received an update from Superintendent