Food & Health

Food: Clearing the Freezer with Pumpkin Soup

With snow falling and the freezer needing defrosting, I found some frozen pumpkin begging to be used. A quick and comforting pumpkin soup was the perfect solution for a cold Sunday. If you don’t have frozen pumpkin on hand, store-bought canned puree works just as well. […]

Arts & Culture

Community Christmas Celebration Returns to MCCC

Morinville and area residents are invited to attend the 44th annual Community Christmas Celebration on Tuesday, Dec. 19, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Morinville Community Cultural Centre. This beloved interdenominational event highlights local talent and continues its tradition of uniting the community through music, faith, and festive cheer. […]

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Crime & Police

Alberta Restricts Photo Radar to Safety Zones, Ends Revenue-Driven Use

The Alberta government has announced sweeping changes to the province’s photo radar policies, aiming to end its use as a “cash cow” and restore public trust in traffic enforcement measures. Effective April 1, 2025, photo radar will be restricted to school, playground, and construction zones, with additional provisions to ensure its application focuses solely on safety. […]

Morinville News

Canada Post Strike Costs Small Businesses $76 Million Per Day, CFIB says

The Canada Post strike, now entering its second week, has cost Canadian small- and medium-sized businesses an estimated $765 million in losses, according to the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). At a rate of $76.6 million in daily losses, the CFIB warns the strike could result in a total cost of over $1 billion by Wednesday if a resolution is not reached. […]