Editorial & Opinion
Letter: The New Regional Reality
When Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Deena Hinshaw holds her daily Alberta news briefings updating Canadians on the province’s COVID-19 crisis, […]
Month: June 2020
Local News
Area seniors celebrated with a parade
The Appreciation Parade for Seniors’ Week took place Saturday 6 June in Legal, Morinville, Villeneuve, Bon Accord, Gibbons and Redwater. […]
Local Sports
Sturgeon Hockey Club presents Puchala Special Moments Award to three players
Parks Beck, Trinity Duchscher and Gavin Richardson were selected to receive the Brian Puchala Special Moments Award, presented this year for the tenth time.
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Business
CFIB wants government to increase interest free loans to business
Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) is calling on the federal government to increase the Canadian Emergency Bank Account (CEBA) loan amount (currently up to $10,000) as well as the forgivable portion. […]
Crime & Police
Fort Saskatchewan RCMP seize $25,000 worth of suspected crack cocaine
On May 30 at approximately 9:20 pm, members of the Fort Saskatchewan Traffic/Crime Reduction Unit were conducting traffic enforcement on Highway 16 and Range Road 191.
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Crime & Police
Police nab stolen car in Fort Saskatchewan
On May 29, 2020 while conducting pro-active patrols throughout the community, members of the Fort Saskatchewan RCMP observed a vehicle not complying with vehicle equipment regulations.
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Columns
Column: Superhero Nurse Stretches
We would like to thank all the nurses that are working so hard now and always to keep us safe and healthy. You are a valued member of the front line and we want to thank you for the skill, kindness, compassion and dedication you bring to your job. […]
Crime & Police
Police lay charges in Sturgeon County auto theft investigation
Six days after making arrests in Sturgeon County related to the theft of six vehicles, Morinville RCMP have provided an update on those charged.
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National News
Canadian seniors to receive special payment in early July
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Thursday that the previously announced special payment to seniors will arrive in early July. Seniors eligible for the Old Age Security (OAS) pension and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) will receive their special one-time, tax-free payment during the week of July 6. […]
Editorial & Opinion
Letter: Sturgeon Hockey Club holding virtual AGM June 17
Our annual AGM is an opportunity for SHC to present our annual report, elect directors to our committees, and most importantly connect with all of the valued members of our Association.
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Morinville News
Town taking cartoonish approach to completing the census
The Town of Morinville is taking a cartoonish approach to encourage residents to complete the census, quite literally. A new animated cartoon has Morinville Mayor Barry Turner standing on the road near East Boundary Road asking people to do the census.
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Editorial & Opinion
Editorial: Alberta RCMP remind citizens to lock up their %$#@
In a perfect world, people could leave their vehicles unlocked with wallets in the console, cameras on the seat, and a sign on the windshield saying “VEHICLE UNLOCKED.”
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Province
Government says it’s standing up for gun owner’s rights
The Government of Alberta announced Wednesday it will listen to law-abiding firearms owners while further cracking down on criminals who thy say wilfully put Albertans’ lives at risk.
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Local News
Heritage Lake stocked with 2800 trout
On Wednesday morning 800 Brown Trout and 2000 Rainbow were stocked at Heritage Lake.
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Local News
Morinville raises the Pride Flag
Mayor Barry Turner proclaimed June 2020 “Pride Month” in Morinville and on Tuesday the raising of the Pride Flag took place at Town Hall. […]
Crime & Police
UCP says Alberta Parole Board would protect Albertans from repeat offenders, NDP skeptical
If passed, Bill 18, the Corrections (Alberta Parole Board) Amendment Act, would create the Alberta Parole Board, something the UNCP says would ensure a “fairer, faster and more responsive justice system.” The government says that the Parole Board would reflect Albertan values and meet the community needs. […]