Express Staff   On Sept. 19, the RCMP responded to a complaint of a wood theft on a rural property, southeast of McLennan. Between Sept. 16 and 18, a large quantity of chopped and prepared firewood was stolen from a…

Progressive Conservative Party of Alberta News release Edmonton – Today (Sept. 14), the Progressive Conservative caucus is questioning the provincial government’s vague plan to bring in new investment and create jobs by implementing a renewable sources target by 2030. “With…
Backpack Buddies

Smoky River Family and Community Support Services – In Focus Colby Robbins FCSS Youth Programming Coordinator Smoky River FCSS would like to introduce you to their second year of Backpack Buddies. This program addresses a very real need in our…

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Any obstacle can be overcome if you set your mind to it, Aries. Your combination of intellect and work ethic will serve you well in the coming weeks. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Others are…

Manoir du Lac, McLennan October 2, 2016 2-4 p.m. Draws at 3 p.m. Contact Pat Penner at (780) 324-3746 for more information, including admission prices  
Manoir du Lac “Lunch Box Social” a unique event

Tom Henihan Express Staff The Manoir du Lac Family Lunch Box Social held on September 10 had a festive atmosphere as family and friends of Manoir residents gathered to socialize and share lunch together. The Family Lunch Box Social is…
Celebrating the life of Don Fish

Tom Henihan Express Staff A Celebration of the life of Don Fish took place at the McLennan Legion Hall from 2pm to 6pm, September 10. Community members, fellow veterans and family were present to celebrate his life and reminisce about…

Spotlight Staff As part of the Alberta Jobs Plan, the provincial government is giving support to municipalities and organizations to work together on economic development projects that diversify and grow local economies. Through the new Community and Regional Economic Support…
Birds that flock together, stay together

It’s migration season for the ducks and geese, as you can see them flying overhead in the region day and night. In this photo, a large flock of geese and some ducks take off from a field at Donnelly Corner…