Local News
Morinville resident’s family research leads to a surprise
Next time you hold a ski pole grip think of this Canadian with family roots in Morinville.
Researching family history can prove quite interesting. […]
Month: January 2019
Business
Morinville Farmers’ Market to resume in February
The Morinville Farmers’ Market returns to the arena Feb. 1 and will run weekly from 3 p.m to 7 p.m. […]
Arts & Culture
Documentary about Alberta’s African-American settlers coming to Morinville in February
The discrimination experienced by black settlers in Alberta and Saskatchewan in the early 1900s is the subject of the award-winning documentary. We are the Roots: Black Settlers and Their Experiences of Discrimination on the Canadian Prairies.
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Local News
Exceptional women sought for International Women’s Day event
Residents have just under three weeks to nominate exceptional area women for some special recognition. For the past 23 years, the St. Albert Bahá’í community has sponsored an annual celebration of United Nations International Women’s Day by recognizing the contributions women make to society. […]
Crime & Police
RCMP warn public about counterfeit Canadian bills
Spruce Grove, Alta. – On Jan. 15, 2019 the Spruce Grove RCMP were alerted to counterfeit Canadian currency in circulation from local businesses. The currency in question was missing several security features and was printed on regular paper instead of the new polymer material. […]
Business
Sheldon Fingler joins Canadian Rental Association executive
Morinville resident Sheldon Fingler, the owner of Infinite Event Services, has been asked to join the Executive Team for the Canadian Rental Association. Fingler recently took on the position of Chair of the Shared Interest Group for Party and Events within that organization and is now expanding his role with the national body. […]
Province
Speed signs to be covered when workers not present
Contractors working on Alberta roadways will need to cover up speed signs when workers are not present or no safety issues exist or face fines for failing to do so.
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Business
DQ launches a new app with free mini DQ BLIZZARD
Dairy Queen has a new Mobile App and are launching it with a special offer for Morinville and area residents – a mini DQ BLIZZARD Treat. […]
Crime & Police
Morinville RCMP make drug seizures following search warrants
Bon Accord, Alta. – On January 8, 2019, the General Investigation Section of the Morinville RCMP executed a search warrant on a residence in Bon Accord after receiving information relating to the making and selling of illegal drugs from this home. […]
Business
Smith Music taking you inside the studio and backstage
Smith Music in Morinville recently launched a new series of videos on the Smith Music website and on Youtube that gives you an inside look at the life of a professional musician and a behind-the-scenes look at the music industry.
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Local News
4 the Love of the Game tournament returns next week
Thirty years after Novice hockey player Dennis Blair Borduzak passed away, his memory is kept alive through a memorial tournament now in its 22nd year. The annual 4 the Love of the Game Tournament skates off in Morinville and Legal Jan. 24, bringing together 26 teams for a full weekend of hockey action. […]
Columns
Book Bites – Stories in English and French
Cozy Corner Stories is an ongoing and longstanding program that takes place at the Morinville Community Library on Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
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Business
Column: Chamber Chatter
Forget the black ties; it’s no formal affair. Just come as you are for that casual flair.
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Crime & Police
RCMP warning of vacation rental scam
RCMP in Strathcona County are investigating a vacation rental scam posted on Kijiji.
Police say the scam begins with a person searching for a rental property, either an apartment or home in a desired destination.
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Local News
Town and MMBA partnering for baseball camp
The Town of Morinville is hosting a pre-season Baseball Camp on Apr, 7, 14, and 28 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. for players aged 5 to 7 and from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m for players aged 8 to 12. cost for the program is $25 for players 5 to 7 and $30 for players 8 to 12.
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Local News
Morinville Kings take two over the weekend
It was back-to-back weekend wins for the Morinville Senior AA Kings. The Kings went to Devon Friday night, returning with a 3-0 win over the Barons, and capped it on home ice Saturday night with a 9-2 win over Sylvan Lake. […]