August 2014 – Page 3 – Morinville News

Local car enthusiasts assist with local cancer fundraiser

Aug 17, 2014 Comments Off

Lucie Roy photos

A Morinville woman turned adversity into hope with a fundraiser in aid of the Alberta Cancer Foundation over the weekend. The Leap of Faith Golf Tournament, Silent Auction and Show and Shine took place Aug. 16 at Terrae Pines Golf Course and the Morinville Royal Canadian Legion Branch 176. Although organizer Tina Gougeon had hoped to raise $5,000 for the cause, local support ballooned that amout to more than $8,200 when the numbers were tallied Saturday night… […]

Take Note: Upcoming town info

Aug 17, 2014 Comments Off

Here is what is going on in the Town of Morinville in the near future… […]

Canadian Forces Prairie Slo-Pitch wraps up in Morinville

Aug 14, 2014 Comments Off

by Lucie Roy

Morinville – The Canadian Armed Forces Men’s and Women’s Slo-Pitch Regional Tournament for the Prairie Region was held this week in Morinville. The tournament had four men’s teams and three women’s teams playing at the Morinville Skyline Diamonds Wednesday and Thursday… […]

Competitive hockey not the only sport on the ice this fall

Aug 13, 2014 Comments Off

Although competitive hockey will dominate the ice when it reappears in the Ray McDonald Sports Center later this month, it is not the only activity planned this hockey season. FunTeam Hockey, ringette and more skating opportunities will also share the frozen oval… […]

Column: Joe Morinville

Aug 12, 2014 Comments Off

Heard last week at Timmies all the local politicians were taking a swing at one another out in Cardiff, but it turned out they was just swinging… […]

Aug. 13 Print Edition Download

Aug 12, 2014 Comments Off

Our weekly print edition will be at our more than 100 locations in Morinville, Cardiff and Legal Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday, and in 1400 mailboxes Thursday as well… […]

Letter: Country Fair coming

Aug 12, 2014 1

The Morinville Farmers’ Market is hosting its first (of hopefully many) Country Fair, on Saturday August 23rd, 2014… […]

Our Morinville and Area in Photos

Aug 12, 2014 Comments Off

Our Morinville & Area is an opportunity to view life through our community members’ lenses. Photos can be taken in Morinville and the surrounding communities in Sturgeon County or even cool photos from places our readers have visited… […]

Morinville Housing Report

Aug 11, 2014 Comments Off

Our housing market showed a dramatic drop in average July prices, but the average days on the market seemed to keep steady.
Last month, Morinville saw 19 single family homes and three condominiums sell at average prices of $344,094 and $214,633, respectively…. […]

Column: Running strengthens self and family

Aug 11, 2014 Comments Off

Just a little over three years ago, this publication introduced me to the Morinville community as a neophyte runner who had gotten into the sport as a way to battle the bulge, fend off anti-depression medication and experience life as a fitter, healthier person…. […]

Take note: Upcoming Town info

Aug 11, 2014 Comments Off

The Town is asking residents to fill out an off-leash dog park survey online or complete the document at the Town office. They are asking people to fill out the survey by Aug.21, 2014…. […]

Wheelbarrow Gardener Column: Does your garden reflect your personality?

Aug 11, 2014 1

I had the pleasure of being one of the judges for the Morinville’s Best Garden competition. I spent the morning with other judges and media touring 17 different gardens and exploring the personality displayed in the gardens through the use of plants and design elements…. […]

Letter: Couple pleased with pay-it-forward experience in town

Aug 11, 2014 Comments Off

Editor:

On August 9 we went for breakfast at the Friends and Neighbours Family Restaurant after spending the night at the Morinville RV Park… […]

Letter: Wounded Warrior Weekend director expresses thanks

Aug 10, 2014 Comments Off

As some 200 vets and first responders from UK, Australia, US and Canada, arrived in Edmonton, they were overwhelmed at the reception provided by Wounded Warrior Weekend Committee, the Edmonton International Airport and Renaissance Airport Hotel management and staff… […]

Sturgeon County ASB Tour delights

Aug 10, 2014 1

The annual Sturgeon County Agricultural Service Board Tour is an event many look forward to each summer and this year more than 130 registered for the tour, 160 for the annual dinner and awards presentation…. […]

PPCLI celebrates 100th Anniversary

Aug 10, 2014 1

Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry celebrated their 100th Anniversary over the weekend. The four-day event included a PPCLI Parade at Edmonton Garrison Saturday as well as Military Heritage Day at the base Saturday. Below are some photos from the day… […]