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Michele Fournier returns to role as Mayor of McLennan

Tom Henihan Express Staff @SmokyRiverExprs Having served as Mayor from 2004 to 2007, Michele Fournier is certainly not new to the Town of McLennan Council. Fournier, who will be acclaimed Mayor of McLennan again on October 23, says she was…

October 14, 2017 · by Admin2015 ·

Marie Anne Jones new member of McLennan Town Council

Tom Henihan Express Staff Marie Anne Jones, educational assistant and librarian at Ecole Providence is a new member of McLennan Council. “I had been thinking about it for a long time and finally just figured it’s time to do it,”…

October 13, 2017 · by Admin2015 ·

Attracting new businesses to Falher would also mean more youth would stay here, says incumbent

Mac Olsen Express Staff @SmokyRiverExprs Rene Limoges is seeking a second term on the Falher council and he emphasizes that if new businesses can be attracted, more youth could be attracted to stay in the community too. “If you can…

October 12, 2017 · by Admin2015 ·

“After School Program” Mondays and Wednesdays at McLennan Municipal Library

Tom Henihan Express Staff @SmokyRiverExprs The McLennan Municipal Library’s “After School Program,” began on Monday October 2 with six to eleven year olds building Lego structures during their first session. The After School Program for ages 6 to 11 year…

October 12, 2017 · by Admin2015 ·

Robert Lauze touts work ethic, integrity in bid for Falher council

Mac Olsen Express Staff @SmokyRiverExprs Born and raised in Falher, and with his family roots going back three generations in the region, Robert Lauze wants to venture into politics and has thrown his bid in for Falher council. “It’s an…

October 12, 2017 · by Admin2015 ·

Buchinski is community minded, advocates for Falher’s interests

Mac Olsen Express Staff Donna Buchinski is seeking re-election to the Falher council and touts her strength as being community minded and always looking out for Falher’s interests. “I’ve been on numerous boards and committees and have given many volunteer…

October 12, 2017 · by Admin2015 ·

Doris Doyle awarded Senate of Canada commemorative medal for her unwavering commitment to local community

Tom Henihan Express Staff @SmokyRiverExprs Long-time, local volunteer and fundraising events organizer, Doris Doyle will be a recipient of a Senate of Canada 150th Commemorative Medal. One hundred and fifty people throughout Canada will receive the medals that mark the…

October 12, 2017 · by Admin2015 ·

Dam floods due to heavy rain at SRRWMC water intake project on Little Smoky River

Tom Henihan Express Staff While in the midst of a major project at its intake plant on the Little Smoky River, the Smoky River Regional Water Management Commission (SRRWMC) experienced a small setback to the operation due to prolonged wet…

October 9, 2017 · by Admin2015 ·

Missoula Children’s Theatre to perform Alice in Wonderland at Routhier School using local cast

Tom Henihan Express Staff Routhier Facility Enhancement Society with the support of Routhier School is bringing the Missoula Children’s Theatre residency to Falher culminating with two public performances of Alice in Wonderland on October 6 and 7. Live theatre is…

October 9, 2017 · by Admin2015 ·

Ecole Heritage students participate in their annual Terry Fox Run

Mac Olsen Express Staff @SmokyRiverExprs The morning was warm and the day bright, a perfect time to do what Terry Fox did 37 years earlier – demonstrate a commitment to help others in their hour of need. Teachers, students and…

October 7, 2017 · by Admin2015 ·

Ecole Providence Students learn about Terry Fox before embarking on annual run

Tom Henihan Express Staff Ecole Providence students participated in the school’s annual Terry Fox Run on Wednesday September 30. Before the kids took to the trails below Lake View Avenue they posed for a photograph though they were anxious to…

October 6, 2017 · by Admin2015 ·

From making cosmetics to cooking and painting, FCSS “PD Day Adventures” provides fun, learning experiences

Tom Henihan Express Staff This school year’s first FCSS “PD Day Adventures” took place at Ecole Providence in McLennan on Monday, September 25. “Last year I was doing PD Day trips for the youth but unfortunately the different school divisions’…

October 5, 2017 · by Admin2015 ·

An increase in number of booths at second annual McLennan Trade and Recreation Fair a sign event is gaining momentum

Tom Henihan Express Staff @SmokyRiverExprs The second annual McLennan and District Chamber of Commerce, “Trade and Recreation Fair” took place at the H.W. Fish Arena in McLennan on Saturday September 23. The Trade and Recreation Fair is free to visitors…

October 5, 2017 · by Admin2015 ·

Grimshaw Gun Shows draws dealers, visitors from all over

Mac Olsen Spotlight The Grimshaw Curling Rink was filled with firearms and hunting goods dealers during the weekend of Sept. 23-24, and co-organizer Jerrold Lundgaard takes satisfaction with the outcome. “I’m pleased with the support of the volunteers and the…

October 5, 2017 · by Admin2015 ·

Former Smoky River resident wins prestigious award for 1938 Chevrolet hotrod at Grove Cruise Show and Shine

Tom Henihan Express Staff @SmokyRiverExprs Roger Cote grew up on a farm in Whitemud Creek where he lived until he graduated from high school in Falher. Following graduation, he moved around the province working in such places as Grande Prairie…

October 2, 2017 · by Admin2015 ·