Sundre News

A spectacular Sundre sunset as seen from one of the walking trails along the banks of the Red Deer River on Tuesday, Jan. 16.

A National Energy Board panel has following an oral hearing given the Sundre Crossover Pipeline project the green light.

Sundre’s mayor spoke with the Round Up last week about progress made on several fronts over the past year. When asked during a lengthy phone interview on Wednesday, Jan.

Sundre resident Thiess Larose, 12, grips tightly onto his sled as he launches off of a small jump on Snake Hill last Tuesday, Jan. 2, when the weather finally warmed up following a bout of extremely cold temperatures that saw the mercury dropping down to the -30 C range, and lower with windchill factor. He came out with his dad Brett and his sister Marin, 10, who all enjoyed the chance to play in the snow without running the risk of frostbite.

No one was injured when the driver of this vehicle attempted to make a northbound turn onto Centre Street from First Avenue NW last Wednesday, Jan. 3. After coming to a stop at the intersection, the motorist proceed to turn left but unfortunately did not see a vehicle driving southbound on Centre Street, resulting in a minor motor vehicle collision. All of the parties involved amicably handled the situation, which did not require emergency services to be dispatched.

Sundre's administration met with Alberta Transportation representatives near the end of November to discuss matters that affect the community locally and regionally, council heard recently.

Sundre's council recently learned in greater detail the benefits of being a member of the Parkland Regional Library service, and heard that the facilities continue to provide a crucial community service despite the digital age.

A canoe trip along the Red Deer River might not be the first thing that comes to mind when considering plans in the middle of December.

Sundre's council heard earlier this month an update on the municipality's community services department.