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Top Stories This Week - May 9, 2012


Weird science.


Manoir du Lac staff and residents in McLennan dabbled in the field of science April 28. While many other balloons popped, eight-year-old Suzan Kocherla (top photo) and staff member Aillen Garcia successfully put a skewer through their balloon without the same result.



M.D. of Smoky River council approves budget

During a special meeting May 1, M.D. of Smoky River council approved an $18.2 million budget for 2012.


Road construction work commences on Hwy. 49

Motorists accessing Highway 49 west of Falher and south of Donnelly Corner will soon have new pavement beneath their wheels.


Peace Oil Sands Conference promotes latest advances

The second annual Peace Oil Sands Conference had it all, from vendors promoting their technologies to bus tours of petroleum operations within the Peace River area.

Opinion


Commentary: Street man offers wisdom equal to a study

A few years ago, two young men who routinely live on the streets did not welcome a story I had written about homelessness.


SRE Sports: Manning Comets to join NPHL next season

The North Peace Hockey League (NPHL) is expected to have another team heading into the 2012-’13 season.


SRE From The Hip: Irresponsible dog owners – when is enough, enough?

When is enough, enough?


SRE Where Things Stand: Peace Oil Sands Conference shows 'green' advances

The time may come when environmentalists won’t have a leg to stand on in their fight against Alberta’s oilsands development.


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Spotlight: Dual credit program gives students skills and career choices

This school year, for the first time, students in High Prairie School Division have the opportunity to learn new skills and explore potential careers, thanks to the Dual Credit Program done in partnership with Northern Lakes College.


Spotlight: SARDA celebrates 25 years

A producer-initiated group is going even stronger than before, after 25 years of existence.


Your Horoscope for the second week of May

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Think of this week as the opportunity to rest and recharge, Taurus. Schedule a family movie night or lounge in the yard instead of packing your schedule.


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