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Smoky River Bantams lose to Valleyview Ice Bears in exhibition game
The Smoky River Bantams hosted the Valleyview Ice Bears for an exhibition game in the evening of Oct. 11. The Ice Bears won the game 7-6 and Smoky River coach Mitch Maisonneuve says his team is getting into shape and…
Peace River rodeo enthusiast seeks sponsorship and donations for upcoming event
Pictured above and below is Brody Bandurka. He is seeking donations and sponsorship so he can compete in Las Vegas in December. Submitted by Bandurka family My name is Brody Bandurka, I am 10 years old and attend TA Norris…
GPV Vipers golfers attend regional, provincial tournaments
Mac Olsen Express Staff The golf season wrapped up for junior high and senior high students in September, with some bringing home medals or placing high in their respective categories. The junior high students competed in in a zone tournament…
Falher Pirates are still filling their roster
Mac Olsen Express Staff The 2016/17 NPHL season is just weeks away and the Falher Pirates are still filling positions on the team. “We’re inviting prospective players to come out,” says general manager Gilbert Desharnais. Tryouts will be held on…
Falher Curling Club holds annual general meeting, plans for 2016/17
Mac Olsen Express Staff The Falher Curling Club held their annual general meeting at the Falher Regional Recreation Complex on Oct. 5 and plans are under way for the 2016/17 season. Alain Blanchette read the minutes of the AGM in…
PICs – Georges P. Vanier volleyball teams are ready for action
Manatees meet their best times at provincials
Mac Olsen Express Staff The Smoky River Manatees Swim Club didn’t bring home any medals from provincials, but the outcome is pleasing for coach Natasha Smit. Six swimmers and four alternates went to provincials in Edmonton during Aug. 19-21. The…
2016 Golden Walleye Classic Team-by-Team Results
Captain, Partner Day 1 Day 2 Total …
Smoky Lanes Bowling is re-opening soon for the new season
Mac Olsen Express Staff Attention, all bowlers and bowling teams. Smoky Lanes Bowling in Girouxville is re-opening for a new season on Sept. 20, so drop in and register for league bowling as soon as possible. “We’re looking forward to…
Slave Lake-Calgary team collects $44,400 at the 28th annual Golden Walleye Classic
Mac Olsen Spotlight The weather was miserable for the first day, but it improved substantially for the second and third days. So the two-person teams headed out to their respective fishing spots to reel in the walleye, hoping to collect…
Rain did not stop the Capitals Golf Tournament
Tom Henihan Spotlight On the morning of Saturday September 3, it was doubtful if the second annual Sucker Creep Capitals Fall 4 Ball Tournament would go ahead. Those who had already shown up asked tournament organizer Lonnie Willier if he…
30 dedicated golfers compete at McLennan 3-Ball – Best Ball tournament
Tom Henihan Spotlight In spite of inclement weather, ten teams, comprised of three players per team, participated in the annual 3-Ball – Best Ball cash scramble tournament at Smoky River Regional Golf Course in McLennan on Saturday August 27. Twelve…
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.
28th annual Golden Walleye Classic at Shaw’s Point Resort
The 28th annual Golden Walleye Classic is being held at Shaw’s Point Resort this Labour Day long weekend. The event was delayed one day, due to the rain and rough waves on Lesser Slave Lake. Here are some photos of…