
Positive COVID-19 Cases Identified In HFCRD Schools
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division says they’ve identified some positive cases of COVID-19 in their schools. They have three at Good Shepard School in Peace River, two at Ecole Providence in McLennan, and one at Glenmary
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COVID-19 UPDATE: January 15
On January 15, Alberta Health Services confirmed 785 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 115,370. 13 people passed away, which means 1,402 Albertans have now
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COVID-19 UPDATE: January 14
The provincial government says some restrictions will be relaxed as of Monday, January 18. Personal wellness businesses – such as salons and tattoo parlours, for example – can serve customers by appointment only. The province is also permitting
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COVID-19 UPDATE: January 13
On January 13, Alberta Health Services confirmed 875 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 113,618. 23 people passed away, which means 1,368 Albertans have now
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COVID-19 UPDATE: January 12
On January 12, Alberta Health Services confirmed 652 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 112,743. 38 people passed away, which means 1,345 Albertans have now
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NDP calling for public education on COVID vaccines
NDP Health Critic, David Shepherd joins the Trending 55 Hot Seat to answer several questions on how the province is handling the distribution of the COVID-19 vaccines. One of the major suggestions the Edmonton City Centre MLA
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On January 11, Alberta Health Services confirmed 639 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 112,091. 23 people passed away, which means 1,307 Albertans have now
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COVID-19 UPDATE: January 8
On January 8, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,183 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 109,652. 24 people passed away, which means 1,241 Albertans have now
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COVID-19 UPDATE: January 7
On January 7, Alberta Health Services confirmed 968 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 108,469. 24 people passed away, which means 1,217 Albertans have now
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COVID-19 UPDATE: January 6
On January 6, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,123 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 107,501. 25 people passed away, which means 1,193 Albertans have now
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COVID-19 UPDATE: January 5
On January 5, Alberta Health Services confirmed 843 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 106,378. 26 people passed away, which means 1,168 Albertans have now
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COVID-19 UPDATE: January 4
On January 4, Alberta Health Services confirmed 5,107 new cases of COVID-19 over the last five day, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 105,535. 96 people passed away, which means 1,142 Albertans have now
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Majority of poll voters expect restrictions to continue
The results are in for the final Trending 55 Newsroom Poll of the Week for 2020. The provincial government plans to reviews its public health restrictions on January 12, and we asked what you felt would happen.
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COVID-19 UPDATE: December 30
On December 30, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,287 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 100,428. 18 people passed away, which means 1,046 Albertans have now
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COVID-19 UPDATE: December 29
On December 29, Alberta Health Services confirmed 879 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 99,141. 26 people passed away, which means 1,026 Albertans have now
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High Prairie emergency room is open to walk-in patients
According to Alberta Health Services, the emergency room at the High Prairie Health complex is open. According to Mayor Brian Panasiuk, town council reached out to AHS to find out what is happening with the emergency department.
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COVID-19 UPDATE: December 21
On December 21, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,240 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 91,459. Nine people passed away, which means 860 Albertans have now
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COVID-19 UPDATE: December 18
On December 18, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,414 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 87,581. 25 people passed away, which means 815 Albertans have now
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COVID-19 UPDATE: December 17
On December 17, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,571new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 86,168. 30 people passed away, which means 790 Albertans have now died
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COVID-19 UPDATE: December 16
On December 16, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,270 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 84,597. 16 people passed away, which means 760 Albertans have now
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COVID-19 UPDATE: December 15
On December 15, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,341 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 83,327. 11 people passed away, which means 744 Albertans have now
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COVID-19 UPDATE: December 14
On December 14, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,887new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 81,986. 15 people passed away, which means 733 Albertans have now died
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Positive COVID Case At St. Andrew’s School
St. Andrew’s School in High Prairie has confirmed that a positive case of COVID-19 was at the school while contagious. School administration immediately started the contact tracing process and have personally contacted all families and staff who
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COVID-19 UPDATE: December 11
On December 11, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,738 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 76,762. 18 people passed away, which means 684 Albertans have now
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COVID-19 UPDATE: December 10
On December 10, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,566 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 75,054. 13 people passed away, which means 666 Albertans have now
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COVID-19 UPDATE: December 9
On December 9, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,460 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 73,488. 13 people passed away, which means 653 Albertans have now
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COVID-19 UPDATE: December 8
On December 8, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,727 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 72,028. Nine people passed away, including two in the northern zone,
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Province makes masks mandatory as COVID-19 cases continue to rise
Face coverings are now mandatory all over the province when indoors. Chief Medical Officer of Health, Doctor Deena Hinshaw was joined by Premier Jason Kenney, Health Minister Tyler Shandro, and Minister of Jobs, Economy and Innovation Doug
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COVID-19 UPDATE: December 7
On December 7, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,735 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 70,301. 16 people passed away, including one in the northern
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COVID-19 UPDATE: December 4
On December 4, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,828 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 64,851. 15 people passed away, including one in the northern
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High Level passes mandatory mask bylaw; not in effect yet
High Level Town Council passed a mandatory face-coverings bylaw last week, but it is not in effect, yet. According to Mayor Crystal McAteer, the rule that was passed is similar to others in the region that it
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COVID-19 UPDATE: December 3
On December 3, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,854 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 63,023. 14 people passed away, including one in the northern
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Majority of poll voters feel we need more restrictions
The results are in! In our most recent Trending 55 Newsroom’s Poll of the Week, we asked if you felt the COVID-19 restrictive measures announced by Premier Jason Kenney will help reduce the spread of the virus.
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COVID-19 UPDATE: December 2
COVID-19 UPDATE: December 2 On December 2, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,685 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 61,169. 10 people passed away, including
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Shepherd reffers to government’s COVID-19 restrictions as a ‘grab-bag of half-measures’
A member of Alberta’s Official Opposition Caucus joins the Trending 55 Hot Seat each week, and the latest topics is the government’s response to the second wave of COVID-19. This week, we are joined by NDP Health
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COVID-19 UPDATE: December 1
On December 1, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,307 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 59,484. 10 people passed away, which means 551 Albertans have
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COVID-19 UPDATE: November 30
On November 30, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,733 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 58,177. Eight people passed away, which means 541 Albertans have
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COVID-19 UPDATE: November 27
On November 27, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,227 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 53,105. Nine people passed away, which means 519 Albertans have now died from
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COVID-19 UPDATE: November 26
On November 26, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,077 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 51,878. Nine people passed away, including one person in the northern zone,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: November 25
On November 25, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,265 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 50,801. Nine people passed away which means 500 Albertans have now died
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COVID-19 UPDATE: November 24
On November 24, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,115 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 49,536. 16 people passed away, including one person in the northern zone,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: November 20
On November 20, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,155 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 43,952. 11 people passed away, including one person in the northern zone,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: November 19
On November 19, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,105 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 42,797. Eight people passed away, which means 451 Albertans have now died
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Mandatory mask bylaw now in effect in Peace River
Residents and visitors will have to wear a mask within the Town of Peace River, or face a $100 fine. Mayor Tom Tarpey called a special council meeting for the third reading of the Mandatory Face-Coverings Bylaw,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: November 18
On November 18, Alberta Health Services confirmed 730 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 41,692. 11 people passed away, which means 443 Albertans have
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COVID-19 UPDATE: November 17
On November 17, Alberta Health Services confirmed 773 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 40,962. Five people passed away, which means 432 Albertans have
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Mandatory mask bylaw will be before council on Monday
If the council for the Town of Peace River is going to give its blessing to a mandatory face coverings bylaw, it will have to wait until Monday. The prospective bylaw would call for masks in public
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COVID-19 UPDATE: November 16
On November 16, Alberta Health Services confirmed 860 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 40,189. 20 people passed away, which means 427 Albertans have
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PR Town Council Debating Mandatory Masks Again
The Town of Peace River is once again considering the possibility of making masks mandatory in public spaces. Town Council previously debated a “mask bylaw” earlier in the fall, but the recent rise in COVID-19 cases means
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COVID-19 UPDATE: November 13
On November 13, Alberta Health Services confirmed 907new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 37,312. Five people passed away, which means 398 Albertans have now
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COVID-19 UPDATE: November 12
On November 12 Alberta Health Services confirmed 860 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 36,405. 10 people passed away, which means 393 Albertans have
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Three cases of COVID-19 confirmed at Good Shepherd School
The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division says three people at Good Shepherd School in Peace River have tested positive for COVID-19. The division sent out a release on Monday of two cases, but according to officials, the transmissions
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COVID-19 UPDATE: November 10
On November 10, Alberta Health Services confirmed 713 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 34,873. Seven people passed away, including two in the northern
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COVID-19 UPDATE: November 9
On November 9, Alberta Health Services confirmed 644 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 34,160. Six people passed away, which means 369 Albertans have
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All Glenmary Classes To Be Done Online
All classes at Glenmary school will be done online for the next week. This comes after the school was notified of 4 additional positive cases of COVID-19. They previously announced that only senior high students were transitioning
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COVID-19 UPDATE: November 3
On November 3, Alberta Health Services confirmed 2,268 new cases of COVID-19 over the last four days, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 29,932. 15 people passed away, which means 338 Albertans have
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Senior High Classes At Glenmary To Be Done Online
UPDATE: Due to a total of four cases of COVID-19 confirmed at the school, online learning will continue until at least November 16. The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division also announced that all extracurricular activities are suspended
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Most voters say they would not get a COVID vaccine
The results are in! In last week’s Trending 55 Newsroom’s Poll of the Week, we wanted to know that if a vaccine for COVID-19 was rolled out, would you get it? According to the votes, a relative
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COVID-19 UPDATE: October 28
On October 28, Alberta Health Services confirmed 410 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 26,565. Four people passed away, which means 323 Albertans have
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COVID-19 UPDATE: October 27
On October 27, Alberta Health Services confirmed 422 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 26,155. Two people passed away, which means 309 Albertans have
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Fairview Flyers player tests positive for COVID-19
The Fairview Flyers and North Peace Navigators will not be playing their exhibition game scheduled for Friday. According to a statement on the Flyers’ Facebook page, one player tested positive for COVID-19 on Monday. The statement goes
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COVID-19 UPDATE: October 26
On October 26, Alberta Health Services confirmed 1,440 new cases of COVID-19 over the weekend, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 25,733. Seven people passed away, which means 307 Albertans have now died
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COVID-19 UPDATE: October 23
On October 23, Alberta Health Services confirmed 432 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 24,261. Four people passed away, which means 300 Albertans have
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COVID-19 UPDATE: October 20
On October 20, Alberta Health Services confirmed 323 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 22,996. One person passed away, and 293 Albertans have now
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High Level Council brings back mask debate
High Level Council is bringing back the discussion on mandatory face coverings. The bylaw is currently under debate in council after it was defeated in August. The town is currently polling its residents and business owners to
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COVID-19 UPDATE: October 15
On October 15, Alberta Health Services confirmed 244 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 21,443. One person passed away, and 288 Albertans have now
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COVID-19 UPDATE: October 14
On October 14, Alberta Health Services confirmed 243 new cases of COVID-19 over the long weekend, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 21,199. One person passed away over the weekend, and 287 Albertans
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COVID-19 UPDATE: October 13
On October 13, Alberta Health Services confirmed 961 new cases of COVID-19 over the long weekend, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 20,956. Four people passed away over the weekend, and 286 Albertans
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COVID-19 UPDATE: October 9
On October 9, Alberta Health Services confirmed 277 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 19,995. One person passed away over the last 24 hours,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: October 8
On October 8, Alberta Health Services confirmed 364 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 19,718. Two people passed away over the last 24 hours,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: October 7
On October 7, Alberta Health Services confirmed 143 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 19,354. No one passed away over the last 24 hours,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: October 6
On October 6, Alberta Health Services confirmed 276 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 19,211. One person passed away over the last 24 hours,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: October 2
On October 2, Alberta Health Services confirmed 122 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 18,357. Three people passed away over the last 24 hours,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: October 1
On October 1, Alberta Health Services confirmed 173 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 18,235. No one passed away over the last 24 hours,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 30
On September 30, Alberta Health Services confirmed 153 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 18,062. One person passed away over the last 24 hours,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 29
On September 29, Alberta Health Services confirmed 160 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 17,909. One person passed away over the last 24 hours,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 25
On September 25, Alberta Health Services confirmed 153 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 17,343. No one passed away over the last 24 hours,
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Major Crimes Unit Investigating Possible Murder in Paddle Prairie
The High Level RCMP is investigating a situation that left one man dead. According to the detachment, it got a 911 call at 7:30 on Monday evening of a disturbance at a residence on the Paddle Prairie
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 24
On September 24, Alberta Health Services confirmed 158 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 17,190. One person passed away over the last 24 hours,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 23
On September 23, Alberta Health Services confirmed 143 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 16,032. Two people passed away over the last 24 hours,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 22
On September 22, Alberta Health Services confirmed 150 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 16,889. Two people passed away over the last 24 hours,
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CDC Discourages Trick Or Treating This Halloween
The CDC has released its recommended guide lines for the holidays, including Halloween, amid the coronavirus pandemic. Door-to-door trick-or-treating is discouraged this year due to the pandemic. Low risk activities include carving pumpkins and decorating your home,
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AHS declares COVID-19 outbreak at Springfield Elementary School
Alberta Health Services is reporting an outbreak of COVID-19 at Springfield Elementary School. According the the public health agency, the school, which is located in the north end of Peace River has two-to-four positive cases. According to
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 21
On September 21, Alberta Health Services confirmed 358 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 72 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 16,739. One person passed away over the weekend. Overall, 256
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 18
On September 18, Alberta Health Services confirmed 146 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 16,381. One person passed away over the last day, in
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 17
On September 17, Alberta Health Services confirmed 146 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 16,274. No one passed away over the last day and
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 16
On September 16, Alberta Health Services confirmed 171 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 16,128. No one passed away over the last day and
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 15
On September 15, Alberta Health Services confirmed 124 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 15,957. No one passed away over the last day and
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 14
On September 14, Alberta Health Services confirmed 418 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 15,833. One person passed away over the weekend and overall,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 11
On September 11, Alberta Health Services confirmed 111 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 15,415. No one passed away in the last 24 hours
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Tarpey says mandatory mask bylaw in Peace River unlikely
Peace River Mayor, Tom Tarpey is not expecting a bylaw on mandatory face coverings to be brought forward. The town did a survey of: residents within the town, businesses and visitors in the region who visit Peace
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 10
On September 10, Alberta Health Services confirmed 113 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 15,304. Five person passed away in the last 24 hours,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 9
On September 9, Alberta Health Services confirmed 98 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 15,191. One person passed away in the last 24 hours,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 8
On September 8, Alberta Health Services confirmed 619 new cases of COVID-19 over the long weekend, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 15,093. Five people passed away in that time period, and 242
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 4
On September 4, Alberta Health Services confirmed 164 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 14,474. No one passed away in the last 24 hours,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 3
On September 3, Alberta Health Services confirmed 130 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 14,310. No one passed away in the last 24 hours,
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High Level Councillor says mask bylaw needed more clarity
Michael Morgan is explaining why he voted in favour of a mandatory face-coverings bylaw on first reading, and opposed it on the second reading. The High Level Councillor says the perspective bylaw needs to be clearer. “The
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 2
On September 2, Alberta Health Services confirmed 114 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 14,180. One person passed away in the last 24 hours,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: September 1
On September 1, Alberta Health Services confirmed 164 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 14,066. Two people passed away in the last 24 hours,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: August 28
On August 28, Alberta Health Services confirmed 158 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 13,476. No deaths were reported in the last 24 hours,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: August 26
On August 26, Alberta Health Services confirmed 127 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 13,210. No deaths were reported in the last 24 hours,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: August 25
On August 25, Alberta Health Services confirmed 77 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 13,083. One person has passed away in the last 24
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School divisions announce opening dates for classes
Four school divisions within the Peace and Mackenzie regions are delaying the start of the upcoming academic year. The Holy Family Catholic Regional Division, the Peace River School Division, the Fort Vermilion School Division and the Northland
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COVID-19 UPDATE: August 24
On August 24, Alberta Health Services confirmed 258 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 72 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 12,748. Four people passed away in the last 72 hours,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: August 21
On August 21, Alberta Health Services confirmed 144 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 12,748. Two people passed away in the last 24 hours,
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COVID-19 UPDATE: August 19
On August 19, Alberta Health Services confirmed 82 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 12,501. Two people passed away, including a person in Mackenzie
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Two pharmacies in the Peace Region offering COVID-19 testing for asymptomatic people
The province is releasing a list of pharmacies that are offering COVID-19 swabs for asymptomatic people. Two drug stores in the Peace Region are offering the testing in Valleyview and Peace River. Pharmasave Valleyview on 3808 Highway
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COVID-19 UPDATE: August 18
On August 18, Alberta Health Services confirmed 89 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 12,419. 225 Albertans have now died from COVID-19. In the
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COVID-19 UPDATE: August 12
On August 12, Alberta Health Services confirmed 121 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 11,893. It was also reported that one people passed away.
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Town of High Level wants input from residents on a mandatory mask bylaw
The Town of High Level is consulting with the public on how to proceed with a face coverings bylaw. The town released a five-question survey, including if you would support a bylaw that would make face coverings
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COVID-19 UPDATE: August 11
On August 11, Alberta Health Services confirmed 85 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 11,772. It was also reported that three people passed away,
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Council wants to consult with community before making a decision on the mask debate
Peace River is not ready to make a decision when it comes to the discussion on whether face masks should be mandatory. A briefing note was before town council last night on the topic and everyone around
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COVID-19 UPDATE: August 10
On August 10, Alberta Health Services confirmed 257 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 72 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 11,687. It was also reported that five people passed away.
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Peace River Town Council briefing note for tonight’s meeting includes discussion on mandatory masks in indoor places
The Town of Peace River is ready to have a discussion about making face masks mandatory. While a bylaw in included in the council package, a town official told the Trending 55 Newsroom that it is a
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High Level Council considering mandatory mask bylaw for indoor spaces
High Level’s mayor says the town is considering taking a proactive approach to limiting the spread of COVID-19. Crystal McAteer says council received a petition with over 1,000 signatures suggesting a mandatory mask bylaw. “We were debating
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COVID-19 UPDATE: August 4
On August 4, Alberta Health Services confirmed 303 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 96 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 11,146. It was also reported that five people passed away.
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COVID-19 UPDATE: July 31
On July 31, Alberta Health Services confirmed 127 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 10,843. It was also reported that one person passed away.
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COVID-19 UPDATE: July 29
On July 29, Alberta Health Services confirmed 133 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 10,603. It was also reported that three people passed away.
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COVID-19 UPDATE: July 24
On July 24, Alberta Health Services confirmed 111 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 10,086. It was also reported that two people passed away.
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COVID-19 UPDATE: July 20
On July 20, Alberta Health Services confirmed 368 new cases of COVID-19 over the weekend, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 9,587. It was also reported that three people passed away. 170 Albertans
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COVID-19 UPDATE: July 17
On July 17, Alberta Health Services confirmed 105 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 9,219. It was also reported that two people passed away
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Albertans still ‘able to pick up masks from drive-thrus at restaurants’ according to government
On July 13th, the Alberta government released that 20 million free masks are now available. 9 million of the masks were available at over 700 partner fast-food locations, including 100 new locations across the province. The government
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COVID-19 UPDATE: July 10
On July 10, Alberta Health Services confirmed 77 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 8,596. It was also reported that no one passed away
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COVID-19 UPDATE: July 9
On July 9, Alberta Health Services confirmed 37 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 8,519. It was also reported that four people passed away
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COVID-19 UPDATE: July 6
On July 6, Alberta Health Services confirmed 130 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 72 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 8,389. It was also reported no one passed away in
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COVID-19 UPDATE: July 3
On July 3, Alberta Health Services confirmed 57 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 48 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 8,259. It was also reported no one passed away in
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 30
On June 30, Alberta Health Services confirmed 41 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 8,108. It was also reported that no one passed away
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 29
On June 29, Alberta Health Services confirmed 71 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 8,067. It was also reported that no one passed away
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Small and medium-sized businesses could be eligible for provincial relaunch grant
The Government of Alberta is rolling out support for small and medium-sized businesses as they attempt to relaunch following the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a release from the province, the Small and Medium Enterprise Grant is as
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 26
On June 26, Alberta Health Services confirmed 37 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 7,888. It was also reported that no one passed away
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 25
On June 25, Alberta Health Services confirmed 26 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 7,851. It was also reported that one person passed away
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 23
On June 23, Alberta Health Services confirmed 45 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 7,781. It was also reported that no one passed away
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 22
On June 22, Alberta Health Services confirmed 32 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 7,736. It was also reported that one person passed away
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 19
On June 19, Alberta Health Services confirmed 46 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 7,625. It was also reported that no one passed away
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 18
On June 18, Alberta Health Services confirmed 49 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 7,579. It was also reported that one passed away. 152
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 17
On June 17, Alberta Health Services confirmed 48 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 7,530. It was also reported that no one passed away.
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 16
On June 16, Alberta Health Services confirmed 35 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 7,482. It was also reported that no one passed away.
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 15
On June 15, Alberta Health Services confirmed 20 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 7,453. It was also reported that one person passed away.
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Town of Peace River lays out plan for re-opening some municipal facilities
The Town of Peace River has a plan when it comes to reopening some of its recreation facilities. The town announced that the: Baytex Energy Centre, Peace Regional Pool, as well as the spray park will soon
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 12
On June 12, Alberta Health Services confirmed 30 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 7,346. It was also reported that no one passed away.
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Government unveils three school re-entry scenarios; plans to make final decision by August 1
Education Minister, Adriana LaGrange says there is a possibility students between kindergarten to grade 12 could return to classes. LaGrange revealed three scenarios: In-school classes resume with near-normal operations and public health measures in place A partial
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 10
On June 10, Alberta Health Services confirmed 64 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 7,276. It was also reported that no one passed away.
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Central Peace-Notley MLA, Todd Loewen talks about Stage Two of Alberta’s relaunch
The Trending 55 Newsroom caught up with Central Peace-Notley MLA, Todd Loewen to discuss Stage Two of the province’s relaunch coming out of COVID-19. We also asked Loewen about a speech he made in the legislature about
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 8
On June 8, Alberta Health Services confirmed 64 new cases of COVID-19 over the last 48 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 7,202. It was also reported that three people passed away
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Masks available at various drive-through locations in the Peace and Mackenzie regions
If you are stopping by a fast-food restaurant, you could end up driving away with more than you payed for. The Alberta Government gave packages containing four non-medical masks each to approximately 600 A&W, McDonalds and Tim
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 5
On June 5, Alberta Health Services confirmed 7 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 7,098. It was also reported that no one passed away in the last 24 hours.
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Northland School Division Superintendent talks about budget, adapting due to pandemic
The Northland School Division Board of Trustees recently passed the 2020-21 budget. The Trending 55 Newsroom had a chance to chat with school division Superintendent, Doctor Nancy Spencer-Poitras about this year’s financial blueprint, and how the pandemic
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 4
On June 4, Alberta Health Services confirmed 15 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 7,091. It was also reported that one person passed away in the last 24 hours.
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 3
On June 3, Alberta Health Services confirmed 19 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 7,076. It was also reported that two people passed away in the last 24 hours.
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Peace River Chamber of Commerce inviting residents and business owners to a virtual town hall with provincial cabinet minister, chief medical officer of health
The Peace River and District Chamber of Commerce is giving people in the region an opportunity to hear from a provincial cabinet minister tomorrow evening. The Alberta Chamber of Commerce is hosting a virtual town hall with
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 2
On June 2, Alberta Health Services confirmed 13 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 7,057. It was also reported that there were no deaths in the last 24 hours.
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COVID-19 testing available for everyone
Peace and Mackenzie region residents can now get tested for COVID-19. Last week, Chief Medical Officer of Health, Doctor Deena Hinshaw announced that testing would be expanded for all Albertans, whether they are symptomatic or not. You
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COVID-19 UPDATE: June 1
On June 1, Alberta Health Services confirmed 34 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 7,044. It was also reported that there were no deaths in the last 24 hours.
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COVID-19 UPDATE: May 29
On May 29, Alberta Health Services confirmed 22 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,977. It was also reported that two people passed away in the last 24 hours.
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Lesser Slave Lake MLA Pat Rehn talks about a fair deal, and thanks residents for efforts on containing COVID-19
The Trending 55 Newsroom catches up with Lesser Slave Lake MLA, Pat Rehn about the province’s pursuit of a fair deal in confederation. Rehn also thanks his constituents for doing their part to help limit the spread
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COVID-19 UPDATE: May 28
On May 28, Alberta Health Services confirmed 29 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,955. It was also reported that two people passed away in the last 24 hours.143
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COVID-19 UPDATE: May 27
On May 27, Alberta Health Services confirmed 25 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,926. It was also reported that two people passed away in the last 24 hours.141
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COVID-19 UPDATE: May 26
On May 26, Alberta Health Services confirmed 22 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,901. It was also reported that one person passed away in the last 24 hours.139
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COVID-19 UPDATE: May 25
On May 25, Alberta Health Services confirmed 19 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,879. It was also reported that three people passed away in the last 24 hours.138
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COVID-19 UPDATE: May 21
On May 21, Alberta Health Services confirmed 33 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,768. It was also reported that four people passed away in the last 24 hours.132
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Big Lakes County cautiously re-opening to the public
Administration buildings in Big Lakes County are now open, but with some rules due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The county’s main office in High Prairie is open but officials say only a maximum of six people can
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COVID-19 UPDATE: May 20
During the Provincial COVID-19 update on May 20th, Alberta Health Services announced 19 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,735. The number of deaths has not increased for
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COVID-19 Update: May 19
On May 19, Alberta Health Services confirmed 33 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,716. It was also reported that there were no fatalities in the last 24 hours.
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PRSD donates grant money to community organizations supporting families during pandemic
With school buildings closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Peace River School Division is donating grant money it cannot use. The division announced its remaining funds from Alberta Education’s nutrition fund are being shared between 15 community
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COVID-19 Update: May 15
As part of her daily COVID-19 briefing, Alberta Chief Medical Officer of Health, Doctor Deena Hinshaw says outdoor gatherings can now have a limit of 50 people. Hinshaw also said that if such gatherings are taking people,
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COVID-19 Update: May 14
On May 14, Alberta Health Services confirmed 50 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,457. It was also reported that one person in the Calgary Zone passed away. 121
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Town Of Peace River Reopening Facilities
Some public facilities in the Town of Peace River will start to reopen. The following sites will be reopened starting tomorrow. – Lower West Peace Tennis/Pickleball Courts, – All Playgrounds, – Curtis Marshall Memorial Skate Park, and,
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COVID-19 Update: May 13
On May 13, Alberta Health Services confirmed 62 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,407. It was also reported that two people passed away. 120 Albertans have now died
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COVID-19 Update: May 12
On May 12, Alberta Health Services confirmed 45 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,345. It was also reported that one person passed away. 118 Albertans have now died
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Alberta NDP calling for stronger supports for small businesses ahead of economic relaunch
The provincial New Democrats wants to see grants made available for small businesses as public health restrictions are eased. Former Premier, Rachel Notley made the suggestions, which also includes commercial rent relief. Notley was joined by small
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Province’s new website gives guidelines for businesses re-opening
The Alberta government is giving businesses advice as they prepare for stage one of the province’s re-launch. Economic Development, Trade and Tourism Minister, Tanya Fir, says the information on the website will help businesses open while also
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COVID-19 Update: May 11
On May 11, Alberta Health Services confirmed 47 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,300. It was also reported that two people passed away. 117 Albertans have now died
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MP Warkentin wants to see plan from Ottawa to get students working in food supply sector
Grande Prairie-Mackenzie MP, Chris Warkentin says the federal conservatives want to see more support for farmers and food producers. “Canadian farmers and producers in our food supply chains are facing a critical shortage of workers, due to
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COVID-19 Update: May 8
On May 8, Alberta Health Services confirmed 81 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,098. It was also reported that a woman in her 80’s in the Calgary Zone
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Northern Lakes College Convocation cancelled
Post-secondary students finishing their education this year will have to wait until next year to celebrate. According to a release from Northern Lakes College, this year’s graduating class has decided to postpone the ceremony until it can
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High Prairie Elks 2020 Pro Rodeo cancelled
High Prairie Elks #279 is announcing the cancellation of this year’s Pro Rodeo. This year would have been the 60th anniversary of the annual summer tradition in High Prairie. According to the High Prairie Elks, the rodeo
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COVID-19 Update: May 7
On May 7, Alberta Health Services confirmed 54 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,017. It was also reported that two people have passed away. 114 Albertans have now
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COVID-19 Update: May 6
On May 6, Alberta Health Services confirmed 70 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 5,963. It was also reported that six people passed away. 112 Albertans have now died
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COVID-19 Update: May 5
On May 5, Alberta Health Services confirmed 57 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 5,893. It was also reported that two people passed away. 106 Albertans have now died
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Province says infrastructure projects at Peace River Correctional Centre are underway
The Government of Alberta is spending some dollars which will keep 71 people working. Infrastructure Minister, Prasad Panda made the announcement today. “Our government is injecting more than $12.7 million into the Peace River economy to tackle
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COVID-19 Update: May 4
On May 4, Alberta Health Services confirmed 70 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 5,836. It was also reported that nine people passed away, including one person in the
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Financial planning during a pandemic
The Trending 55 Newsroom recently caught up with Cameron Dechent, a Certified Financial Planner with Thompson and Wagner. We had a chance to ask him about how the pandemic has affected markets compared to the financial crisis
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COVID-19 Update: May 1
On May 1, Alberta Health Services confirmed 218 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 5,573. It was also reported that three people passed away, including one person in the
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Peace River Rotaract Club hoping to feed families in need
Peace River’s newest service club wants to help anyone in the community in need. The recently established Peace River Rotaract Club says its first fundraising event will be for the Salvation Army Food Bank. Club President, Rylee
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MP Viersen has several questions for Special Committee on COVID-19 Pandemic
Peace River-Westlock MP, Arnold Viersen was one of a limited number of MP’s in the House of Commons yesterday. Viersen first had an opportunity to ask five questions of the Special Committee on the COVID-19 Pandemic. The
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COVID-19 Update: April 29
On April 29, Alberta Health Services confirmed 315 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 5,165. It was also reported that seven people passed away, all in the Calgary Zone.
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Poll voters slightly favour virtual sittings of Parliament
In a really close vote on the Trending 55 Poll of the Week, more residents of the Peace and Mackenzie areas feels Parliament should be meeting virtually. We had 161 voters this past week and just under
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COVID-19 Update: April 28
On April 28, Alberta Health Services confirmed 154 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 4,850. It was also reported that five people passed away. 80 Albertans have now died
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COVID-19 Update: April 27
On April 27, Alberta Health Services confirmed 216 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 4,696. It was also reported that five people passed away. 75 Albertans have now died
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Embracing technology has college in a good position to weather COVID-19 storm
Northern Lakes College is in an interesting position to be able to handle the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. President Ann Everatt says the college was well positioned to deal with the health crisis. “We were more
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Mass gathering restrictions forces cancellations of summer festivals and events
Doctor Deena Hinshaw says the restrictions for groups of 15 or more will be in place for the summer. In her daily update, Hinshaw, Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, says the social distancing rules to limit
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COVID-19 Update: April 24
On April 24, Alberta Health Services confirmed 297 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 4,017.It was also reported that five people passed away. 72 Albertans have now died from
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COVID-19 Update: April 23
On April 23, Alberta Health Services confirmed 319 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 3,720. It was also reported that two people passed away. 68 Albertans have now died
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Financial and renters support during COVID-19 crisis called by NDP
Alberta’s NDP leader, Rachel Notley has called upon the UCP government to provide financial support for Albertans struggling with paying rent during the COVID-19 pandemic. The NDP’s proposed plan is very similar to British Columbia’s recently introduced
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Viersen and conservatives want to see more in-person sittings in the House of Commons
The Member of Parliament for Peace River-Westlock says there needs to be more in-person sittings in the House of Commons. Arnold Viersen says the conservatives wanted three in-person sitting a week with around 30 MP’s. Instead a
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COVID-19 Update: April 22
On April 22, Alberta Health Services confirmed 306 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 3,401. Chief Medical Officer of Health, Doctor Deena Hinshaw says Sucker Creek is the first
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Auto dialer available to inform residents of negative COVID-19 results
Alberta Health Services is using technology to inform people tested for COVID-19 of negative test results. Last week, AHS gave anyone who was tested for the virus the option to receive negative test results via an automated
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Peace River Mental Health Centre temporarily closed
This past weekend’s flooding of Downtown Peace River has caused a clinic to close for the time being. The Peace River Addiction & Mental Health Clinic, located on 98 Street in the Powell Building was one of
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COVID-19 Update: April 20 (Two cases of virus confirmed in Mackenzie County)
On April 20th, Alberta Health Services confirmed 105 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 2,908. Mackenzie County says AHS told officials that two of the new cases are in
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