Local News
Morinville moves to fire restriction
As of 4 p.m. today, May 31, the Morinville Fire Department is lifting the fire ban and moving to a fire restriction. […]
Month: May 2023
Sturgeon County
Fire and OHV ban lifted, fire restriction in effect in Sturgeon County
Effective today (May 31) at 4 p.m., Sturgeon County and the towns of Bon Accord, Legal and Redwater are under a fire restriction. […]
Crime & Police
Morinville RCMP investigate serious motor vehicle collision
On May 31, 2023, at 10:10 a.m., Morinville RCMP received a report of a two-vehicle collision on Highway 28 and Sturgeon Road. […]
Local News
Fluffy Friends Bring Joy to Seniors at Heritage Lodge
Although seniors at Heritage Lodge are used to guests visiting, they have had some unique visitors this past while—fluffy baby chickens. […]
Morinville News
Dale Nally returns to the legislature as part of UCP majority
Incumbent UCP MLA Dale Nally defeated NDP candidate and former Sturgeon County Councillor Karen Shaw in Monday’s general provincial election. […]
Editorial & Opinion
Letter: System-generated error found on Morinville 2023 Tax Notices. All tax notices being re-printed and re-mailed
Since mailing tax notices last week, the Town of Morinville has identified a system-generated error that resulted in an inaccurate amount owing showing on tax notices. […]
Crime & Police
Alberta RCMP conduct over 140 check stops during National Impaired Driving Enforcement Day
On Saturday, May 20, 2023, the Alberta RCMP participated in the National Impaired Driving Enforcement Day, focusing on removing alcohol- and drug-impaired drivers from our provincial roadways. […]
Crime & Police
UPDATE: Morinville RCMP Seek Assistance in Locating Missing Person
Morinville RCMP are requesting the public’s assistance in locating 61-year-old James Garfield Melanson. James was last seen on May 28, at 5 p.m., near downtown Morinville. There is a concern for his well-being. […]
National News
Canadian Privacy Commissioners Launch Investigation into OpenAI’s ChatGPT Privacy Practices
In a collaborative effort to protect the privacy rights of individuals, the privacy authorities of Alberta, British Columbia, and Québec have initiated a joint investigation into OpenAI, the renowned artificial intelligence (AI) company operating ChatGPT. […]
Local News
Our Morinville: The Week In Photos
Here are some shots captured with our and your cameras over the past week. […]
Local News
Morinville to consider improved snow-clearing standards for residential roads
Clearing residential streets when compacted snow accumulates to a depth of 12 centimetres instead of the current 15 centimetres was recommended in an update report on the town’s snow and ice control program presented to council at its regular meeting on Tuesday, May 23. […]
Arts & Culture
Morinville resident in Edmonton Musical Theatre’s 45th-Anniversary show
Twenty-six-year-old Morinville resident Roderick Barrett is one of 32 people in the show. He plays one of the leading roles, The Johnny Platter Show singer, Lance. […]
Crime & Police
Alberta RCMP Highlights Programs for Sexual Violence Victims
During Sexual Violence Awareness Month in Alberta, the RCMP is drawing attention to programs available for victims of sexual violence. May was designated Sexual Violence Awareness Month in 2018 by the Government of Alberta, which aimed to combat sexual violence. […]
Local News
Bon Accord 4-H Beef Club selects its champions
Above: Morinville Mayor Simon Boersma, and Tammy Round, Senior Relationship Manager with Farm Credit Westlock, presented Colton Fenske with the […]
Regional News
Redwater approves 4.53% tax increase for 2023
For the average Redwater home, assessed at $208,500, the annual tax amount for 2023 will be $2,073, equivalent to $173 per month. The budget increase translates to an additional $100 annually or $8 per month for the average Redwater home. […]
Local News
Morinville signs Fire Service Agreement with Sturgeon County, Mutual Aid Agreement with Alexander
Morinville announced the signing of a Fire Services Agreement with Sturgeon County and a Mutual Aid Agreement with Alexander First Nation during the Regular Meeting of Council Tuesday night. […]