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Ecole Providence begins new school-year with clear objectives

Tom Henihan Express Staff @SmokyRiverExprs The RCMP had their blue lights flashing on Highway 2 in McLennan on September 1 to ensure that drivers were mindful that Ecole Providence students were beginning the first day of the new school year.…

September 6, 2016 · by Admin2015 ·

Smoky River Family and Community Support Services – In Focus

Another successful Smoky River FCSS Summer Youth Program comes to an end. For the summer of 2016 there were many youth throughout our region and surrounding areas that joined us this summer for weeks of fun esteem building activities, crafts,…

September 6, 2016 · by Admin2015 ·

Quality of life as it relates economic development

Dan Dibbelt Smoky River Regional Economic Development When we think economic development, most of us imagine new business coming to town. We picture heavy equipment moving dirt and work crews building new buildings. We picture vacant storefronts being replaced with…

September 6, 2016 · by Admin2015 ·

RCMP seek public’s help for tire theft investigation

Express Staff On Aug. 24, the McLennan RCMP Detachment received a complaint of rims and tires stolen from a vehicle parked at Go Auto Falher. Four five-spoke aluminum-painted rims with Michelin P245/60 R18 tires were removed from a vehicle located…

September 6, 2016 · by Admin2015 ·

Village of Donnelly – summary of Aug. 17 council meeting and the Aug. 25 special meeting

Express Staff August 17 meeting . Old Dump Site – due to environmental impact this site will be allowed to continue its natural process of degradation for the remaining 10 years. This will follow the post closure care plan period…

September 6, 2016 · by Admin2015 ·

Beginning the new school year, Routhier opens its doors to students and the community

Tom Henihan Express Staff @SmokyRiverExprs On August 30, teachers and staff at Routhier School were busy getting prepared for the first day of the new school year on August 31. “We are excited for all the kids to come through…

September 6, 2016 · by Admin2015 ·

Grand opening held for the new ‘Red Apple’ store in Falher

  Mac Olsen Express Staff After several months of renovations, ‘Red Apple’ has taken the place of ‘The Bargain! Shop’ in Falher. A grand opening was held Aug. 27, with staff and senior representatives of the chain in attendance. A…

September 6, 2016 · by Admin2015 ·

Annual barbeque celebrates the end of another successful year at Kimiwan Birdwalk

Tom Henihan Express Staff The Kimiwan Birdwalk Interpretive Centre in McLennan held its annual End of Season Barbeque on August 25, celebrating the conclusion of another year. “We had a very successful year with over 3,000 people coming through as…

September 6, 2016 · by Admin2015 ·

Sports minister congratulates Alberta’s Olympians at Rio event

Government of Alberta News release   Ricardo Miranda, Minister of Culture and Tourism responsible for sport, has issued a statement following the conclusion of the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. “Over the past 16 days, the world has watched…

September 6, 2016 · by Admin2015 ·

First annual cash scramble draws 36 players, deemed a good turnout

Mac Olsen Express Staff   Despite the heavy rain, 36 golfers converged at the 5 Star Golf Club for the first annual cash scramble. “For the first year, this is a good turnout,” says organizer Dave Chapados. “We want to…

September 6, 2016 · by Admin2015 ·

PIC – Getting into the swing of things

Ray Skaksen makes his drive from the seventh teeoff at 5 Star Golf Club on Aug. 20. He and other kids participated in Dave Chapados’ lessons.

September 5, 2016 · by Admin2015 ·

The CTF evokes ‘The human cost of endless tax hikes’

Canadian Taxpayers Federation News release It’s no secret that small business owners across Alberta have been hit hard this year. Rising property taxes are one of the factors at play, with many business owners facing property tax hikes in the…

September 5, 2016 · by Admin2015 ·

Accountability and transparency needed for long-term care operators

Friends of Medicare News release Friends of Medicare are calling for accountability and transparency for private for-profit operators like Park Place Seniors Living in light of today’s announcement from Alberta Health that they will be opening 99 beds in Edmonton’s…

September 5, 2016 · by Admin2015 ·

Stepping Stones Triple P

Family and Community Support Services – In Focus Georgia Dubois Director Supermarket meltdowns? Mealtime tantrums? Bedtime battles? When you’re the parent or caregiver of a child with a disability, sometimes life can be extra challenging. For parents or guardians or…

September 5, 2016 · by Admin2015 ·

Horoscope for fifth week of August 2016

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, once you have your mind set on something, it is hard to get you to think about anything else. This dedication can be an asset at work in the days ahead. TAURUS – Apr…

September 5, 2016 · by Admin2015 ·