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Valemount facing economic crisis after Jasper wildfire closes highways last summer

Valemount facing economic crisis after Jasper wildfire closes highways last summer

The Village has been lobbying the federal, B.C. and Alberta governments for $1.5 million in financial support, which would be distributed to local businesses through a third party.
A little slice of heaven at new church-turned-restaurant in Boyle

A little slice of heaven at new church-turned-restaurant in Boyle

How one Boyle staple preserved the legacy of another
Smoky Lake RCMP use bait trap to track stolen property, seize over 30 firearms

Smoky Lake RCMP use bait trap to track stolen property, seize over 30 firearms

Using different investigative techniques, including a bait trap, Smoky Lake RCMP were able to seize several items that had been reported stolen, along with over 30 firearms, and have laid charges against one person.
Three people arrested after Vegreville armed robbery, pursuit near Elk Island Park

Three people arrested after Vegreville armed robbery, pursuit near Elk Island Park

A Cold Lake resident is among the three people charged following a reported armed robbery in Vegreville on March 23.
Jasper SkyTram reopens after surviving wildfire last summer

Jasper SkyTram reopens after surviving wildfire last summer

Located within Jasper National Park, the Jasper SkyTram takes visitors to an elevation of 2,263 metres where they can explore Whistlers Peak and take in the panoramic views.
Two collisions with elk reported near Diamond Valley

Two collisions with elk reported near Diamond Valley

Two separate vehicle collisions with three elk were reported to RCMP on the morning of March 25.
Crossfield hopes to bring Kraft Hockeyville 2025 home on April 5

Crossfield hopes to bring Kraft Hockeyville 2025 home on April 5

As one of the top four semi-finalists of Kraft Hockeyville 2025, the Town of Crossfield looks forward to bringing the title home on April 5.
RCMP warning about "spoofing" scam where callers claim to be police

RCMP warning about "spoofing" scam where callers claim to be police

The Airdrie RCMP is warning the public about a recent scam involving fraudsters who are using "spoofing" technology to impersonate Canada Post and the RCMP.
U.S. Tariffs on grocery goods leads to uncertainty for shoppers

U.S. Tariffs on grocery goods leads to uncertainty for shoppers

The tariffs, initially set for Feb. 4, have been subject to multiple delays and revisions, creating uncertainty for consumers in small towns where food costs are already higher than in urban centres. The fluctuating tariff policies have made it challenging for local grocers to predict pricing trends, and residents are feeling the impact at the checkout.
The plague still on our houses

The plague still on our houses

New series looks at how pandemic changed St. Albert
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