Innisfail News

The 37th Annual Ivan Daines, Friends and Heroes Country Music Pick-nic was yet another success, seeing dozens of recording artists and thousands of people, who came out to enjoy the unique blend of country music and horse demonstrations.

Spring was a horrible time for Kristen Grimstad, a newcomer to Innisfail who recently moved to town from Red Deer with his wife and four children to escape the frenzied energy of city living.

The showdown that arose over a miniature saloon in Penhold has reached new heights. Penhold resident Ken McCarthy built a miniature saloon for his yard three months ago and has been battling for the structure's survival ever since.

At least two Bowden councillors will not seek re-election this fall. While Mayor Robb Stuart and Coun.

Domestic violence in Innisfail reared its ugly head in a disturbing way during the last week of July with RCMP laying criminal charges in each of seven cases reported to Mounties. Innisfail RCMP Cpl.

The Dickson Store Museum, which has meticulously documented the region's distinct Danish history since 1991, has received a big boost to ensure its heritage's long-term survival.

There has been plenty of moisture and rain this spring and early summer but visitors to the Innisfail & District Historical Village have lots of protective cover this year thanks to the Rotary Club of Innisfail.

In response to complaints about bad smells and misuse, Bowden council has approved the elimination of a problematic community compost area north of the Bowden arena.

Looking over the colourful patchwork of canola fields and cropland from 3,000 feet above the ground in an aircraft with no engine definitely sounds like an adventure not meant for the faint of heart.

The second phase of the Downtown Revitalization Project along Main Street is nearly done – ahead of schedule and on budget. Traffic began to move again last weekend between 47th Avenue and 49th Avenue.