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Leaders adapt to new political reality
The recent Provincial Election saw a change in the political landscape of Alberta. While new MLAs are getting acquainted with their role in the Legislature, community leaders are figuring out how to...
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*Update* Red Deer River levels listed as falling
*Update* The Red Deer River continues to be under a High Stream Flow Advisory as of the afternoon of Friday, June 8. The status of the water level has now been listed as falling. “We’re...
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River rising leads to high stream advisory for Red Deer River
Eyes are on the Red Deer River. On Wednesday afternoon, Alberta Environment and Sustainable Development issued a high stream flow warning for the river downstream of the Dickson Dam. Read more ...
View ArticleBishop Fred Henry to bless new St. Anthony’s School Wednesday
This Wednesday, students, staff and families will have something to celebrate at the grand opening and blessing of the new St. Anthony’s School. Read more ...
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Johnny’s library opens
In November of 2010, an explosion at a resort in Mexico shattered the life of a Drumheller family. The Charmont family lost its patriarch Chris and youngest child John. While the pain will likely...
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Ferry site misuse dangerous warn staff
Residents are being asked to be careful around the Bleriot Ferry. The cable assembly counterweight could be dangerous and Alberta Transportation is asking that residents not park underneath the...
View ArticleSundre pipeline spill poses no danger for Drumheller water
The Red Deer River has been hard hit this past week after intense rains caused the river to rise high enough to warrant high stream warnings and flood watches. However, a new crisis has arisen...
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Mower stolen from soccer fields
The Drumheller Minor Soccer Association discovered Monday thieves had made away with the mower at the Drumheller Soccer Field. Mark Chambers made the discovery when he went out to the fields to...
View ArticleTown, former Community Enforcement supervisor sued
A Carbon man is suing the Town of Drumheller and a former Community Enforcement supervisor for general and punitive damages stemming from a traffic stop last year. Read more ...
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CN offers rail to municipal group
CN is hoping to sell the rail line between Lyalta and Delia to a group of counties and municipalities. The group, which contains Starland and Wheatland counties and the Town of Drumheller, will be...
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Golden Hills School Division halves fees
Come fall of 2012, when teachers and students return to school from summer holidays, Golden Hills School Division will be implementing a new change. Read more ...
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Mitchell Dawson Run/Walk keeps memory alive
A mother and young man are continuing their efforts to help everyone burdened with asthma. Lindy Dawson and Cody Bryant are holding another Run/Walk in Memory of Mitchell Dawson & Asthma...
View ArticleHope Health aims to open clinic in fall
Crews will be busy at work at the former St. Anthony’s School building this summer to launch the Hope Clinic come the fall. Read more ...
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Close calls prompt Alberta Transportation to consider Hwy 9 crosswalk upgrade
The crosswalk that spans Highway 9 between the Tim Hortons and Greentree neighbourhood has been a source of concern recently for students attending Greentree School. Read more ...
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Town calls for action on unsightly right of way
Frustration is mounting on the part of the Town of Drumheller in regards to the unkept rail right of way through the town. Read more ...
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Craigmyle Church considered for heritage resource status
After five years of work, the light is at the end of the tunnel for the Craigmyle Historic Society. Read more ...
View ArticleEscapee to serve time in maximum security prison
Courtesy The Red Deer Advocate The Drumheller Mail An inmate at the Drumheller Institution serving a life sentence for murder received a five-year prison sentence after pleading guilty on Friday,...
View ArticleCougar proves to be elusive
Fish and Wildlife officers are still on the lookout for cougars as another calf was killed in the Rockyford area. The Mail reported in the June 20 edition that the Newell family lost two calves....
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Heritage Garden taking shape
Between cloud bursts, work is back on track this summer for the completion of the Heritage Garden. Read more ...
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Golden girls!
The sun rose high in the sky on Sunday, July 8. Temperatures soared as the Drumheller Rage girls softball team played for a gold medal. Despite the heat and the pesky mosquitoes buzzing all around...
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