Sundre News

RIMBEY ó RCMP have arrested a Red Deer man suspected of using a truck previously stolen from the Sundre area in the attempted theft of another pickup near Rimbey.

Local resident Arnie Gess, a member of the Sundre Golf Club for about 11 years, winds up to tee off at the course's No. 1 hole for the first time of the season on Friday afternoon. He was among about a dozen friends who split up into three groups.

Carl Arnold, a Sundre resident of more than 10 years, tracks a golf ball last week at the Coyote Creek Golf and RV Resort's driving range. The course opens this week.

Phil Callaway performs a stand-up comedy act during a sold-out 55-plus comedy show at the Sundre Arts Centre on April 18.

Charges were recently withdrawn against one of two Sundre residents police had arrested in connection with a prowling of outbuildings on a rural property. Amy Adams, 33, had faced several charges stemming from a Dec.

Organizing the annual Sundre Pro Rodeo requires a massive undertaking that is greatly facilitated by volunteers. "A lot of hands make light work," said Jim Bowhay, the Sundre Pro Rodeo committee's vice-president.

Reducing the number of property crimes, which have been a growing problem throughout the province over the past few years, remains a top priority for police, the Sundre RCMP detachment's commander recently told council. Sgt.

The Sundre RCMP detachment's commander recently told local municipal officials that the number of impaired driving charges dropped significantly last year.

The Foothills Lodge steering committee tasked with recommending a future use for the former and now vacant seniors' living facility is one step closer to submitting to the provincial government a report outlining its preferred option. Coun.

Whether actually running as a candidate for council or simply making sure to stay informed about the local issues, Sundre residents should get involved in the coming municipal election, the mayor said.