Innisfail News

Weather contributed to accidents Icy conditions on roads in the area put many drivers and passengers in the region into situations they would probably have preferred to avoid this week.

In the midst of a labour dispute Education Minister Jeff Johnson dropped by Innisfail Feb. 25 for a morning meeting with school board and county officials.

Council gave the thumbs-up to booze in the bleachers as Innisfail prepares to host the Senior AA/A Provincials April 5-7. Changes to the arena's liquor licence will allow alcohol to be served during games and at the Saturday night cabaret until 1 a.

Penhold residents are about to see a change to the way their utility bills are calculated which will lead to an increase to most users. But town officials say the new rates will still not raise enough cash to cover the cost of services.

Whether or not Laebon Homes will apply to move Waskasoo Creek in order to move forward with a development in Penhold is up for debate.

If you walk past the stately columns of the Old Red Deer Courthouse and sneak by the big white van into the door around back you'll find yourself in the midst of creative chaos.

Local youth got a taste of the magical world of Once Upon a Time at a Sunday afternoon princess party. About 40 kids showed up Feb.

With the thermometer topping four degrees and a slew of games to join in, Feb. 16 was a Saturday to remember. For the 2013 edition of Winterfest over 100 people, from tots to adults, came to have a little fun and taste some delicious food.

The Town of Penhold held an open house at the multiplex Feb. 12 to give residents a glimpse into the future of the town and a chance to ask questions.

MP Earl Dreeshen presented Mayor Jim Romane with a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal Feb. 19 in council chambers for his involvement in civic life.