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Fairview RCMP have two in custody

Courtesy: Fairview RCMP Fairview RCMP make arrests following break and enter Clear Hills County, Alta. – On Nov. 29, 2024, at approximately 1:52 a.m., Fairview RCMP responded to reports from community members regarding a break and enter

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Thursday December 12, 2024 At a recent meeting, Peace River Town Council has contributed over $62,000 to the demolition of the old SPCA building, adjacent to the Belle Petroleum Center. Council has passed the Utility Rates bylaw,

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PR Council Highlights

Courtesy: Town of Peace River  Penny Steffen, president of the Peace Regional SPCA, presented an update about the organization. Subsequently, Council directed Administration to provide a financial contribution of $62,355 for the demolition of the Town-owned structure

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Wednesday December 11, 2024 The Peace River School Division has appointed Dr. Jeff Thompson as Superintendant of Schools. Thompson took over from Adam Murray last month, after Murray left for Yellowknife. West Fraser in High Level has

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Tuesday December 10, 2024 33 year-old Justin Jesse Christian has been located deceased. Christian was reported missing on Friday, and surveillance footage sightings happened during his last known whereabouts last Wednesday. Artificial Intelligence companies are looking for

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Fairview Council Highlights…

Courtesy: Town of Fairview Here are the highlights of the December 3, 2024 Regular Meeting of Council RCMP Quarterly Report: Constable Kurt Fink, Detachment Commander for the RCMP, presented the quarterly report: – Community crime incidents are

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Monday December 9, 2024 Peace Regional RCMP have released more information on a missing person case that they’re investigating. 33 year old Justin Jesse Christian was last seen in the early morning hours on Wednesday of last week.

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Friday December 6, 2024 Crews are continuing to work on snow removal from the streets of the Peace Region. Drivers are expected to obey road signs and parking by-laws with clearing in progress. Residents are also being

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Thursday December 5, 2024 Shipping is at a stand-still with the Canada Post Strike on, but the opportunity to Shop Local is presenting itself this Christmas season. Shopping on-line is also taking a backseat right now, which

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MD of Peace Council Highlights…

Courtesy: MD of Peace Bridge Funding Council reviewed funding applications for bridge repairs at SW 8-82-25-W5, NW 13-83-23-W5, and SE 33-80-26-W5. Council directed Administration to submit the funding applications under the Strategic Transportation Infrastructure Program.  Public Works

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PRSD publishes Anti-Racism Policy

Courtesy: Peace River School Division PRSD Publishes Anti-Racism Policy, begins implementation The Peace River School Division (PRSD) has taken significant strides towards implementing its newly approved Policy 20: Anti-Racism. The Division is grateful to the dedicated work

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Wednesday December 4, 2024 Grimshaw Town Council was provided an update from the RCMP at a recent meeting. The report showed a 2% crime reduction from this time last year. The 14th annual Alberta Pond Hockey Championships

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Berwyn Council Highlights…

Courtesy: Village of Berwyn 🖊️ 2025 Budget Council will meet on December 15, 2024, for a full-day meeting to review and discuss the Village of Berwyn’s 2025 budget. 🖊️ Local Government Fiscal Framework (LGFF) Funding Council reviewed pricing for

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