Innisfail News

The Alberta government's announcement last week it will fund the final stage of the long awaited South Red Deer Regional Wastewater project for Central Alberta is good news for Innisfail taxpayers, said Mayor Jim Romane.

Innisfail and Penhold residents won't have to drive to Calgary to fly with Air Canada any longer. On July 10, Air Canada announced it is starting service to the Red Deer Regional Airport Sept. 3.

It has been a long time coming for Doug Whorrall. The 81-year-old Innisfail resident has waited six decades for this day.

Concerned about an apparent lack of police presence in town, Bowden council is inviting the commander of the Olds RCMP detachment to a future meeting to talk about reported spikes in crime in the community.

After watching the American television reality show The Amazing Race for 22 seasons, Innisfail's Pierre Cadieux is finally realizing a dream come true for himself and best friend – Airdrie's Jamie Cumberland.

A Penhold boy is still receiving medical treatment and is slated for surgery after being struck by a vehicle on June 27 at an intersection, said Innisfail RCMP.

The bell has rung and the battle is on for mayor for this year's upcoming municipal election. Incumbent Jim Romane, 67, has announced he is seeking reelection for mayor in the Oct.

Municipal election season is off to a good start in Penhold with current and new members of council ready to jump into the race. Mayor Dennis Cooper is planning on running for the title of “your worship” once again when the election is held Oct. 21.

The municipal inspection report on the affairs of the Town of Penhold will be released soon.

Innisfail's Discovery Wildlife Park has come to the aid of the flood stricken Calgary Zoo and it was a “once in a lifetime experience.