The Morinville Jets continued their impressive start to the season, defeating the Sherwood Park Knights 7-4 on Wednesday night in a high-scoring affair at the Riviere Qui Barre Arena. This victory marked the Jets’ fifth consecutive win, leaving them undefeated in regulation with a 5-0-1 record and securing their position at the top of the CJHL’s West Division. […]
Minister for Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction, Dale Nally, has accepted recommendations to maintain the current liquor retail model in Alberta. This decision follows a comprehensive review by the MLA Advisory Committee, which was tasked with evaluating the province’s liquor retail framework. […]
The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) has welcomed the federal government’s announcement of several significant changes aimed at alleviating the cost pressures faced by Canadian small business owners. These changes come after months of advocacy from the CFIB, which included over 31,000 signed petitions from small business owners addressing these pressing issues. […]
A new Leger poll released by the Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) reveals that a majority of Canadians oppose the federal government’s plan to ban the sale of new gas and diesel vehicles by 2035. According to the poll, 59% of Canadians are against the ban, while only 29% support it, with 12% undecided. […]
The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) is launching its annual #SmallBusinessEveryDay Big Thank You Contest today to mark the beginning of Small Business Month. The contest encourages Canadians to celebrate and support the entrepreneurs who continue to drive local economies, even in the face of mounting challenges. […]
On Sept 30, 2024, at 00:40 a.m., Morinville RCMP received a report of a church fire on Highway 642 and Range Road 272 on Alexander First Nation. Upon arrival, the Roman Catholic church was fully engulfed in flames. […]
With a focus on building trust, RCMP Constable Tanner Wills has stepped into his new role as School Resource Officer (SRO), determined to make a positive impact on students’ lives at Morinville Community High School (MCHS) and Sturgeon Composite High School. […]
submitted by Chad Hill, Sturgeon Spirits Head Coach Thursday, September 26 was Sturgeon Spirits’ annual Senior Recognition Night in Metro […]
Alberta’s government says it is taking steps to give communities a greater role in setting policing priorities through the RCMP. By passing the Police Amendment Act, 2022, the province aims to strengthen the relationship between the RCMP and the municipalities they serve, while improving police accountability. New regulations, set to take effect on March 1, 2025, will mandate civilian governance bodies for municipalities policed by the RCMP, ensuring community voices are heard. […]
On Sunday, September 29, St. Jean Baptiste Parish held a special Blue Mass in appreciation of first responders, including firefighters, the RCMP, and the Canadian Armed Forces. Celebrant Reverend Father Trini led the service, recognizing those who selflessly serve the community. […]
Alberta’s small business confidence took a dip as the province headed into fall, reflecting the disappointment many business owners faced over the summer. According to the latest Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) Business Barometer, short-term optimism decreased by 1.9 points, while long-term confidence saw a slight increase of 0.3 points in September. […]
The creation of Morinville’s 2025 municipal budget took a significant step forward on Saturday, Sept. 21, with a presentation of administration proposals at an all-day town council meeting. […]
SCARS (Second Chance Animal Rescue Society) recently received an urgent request from an RCMP officer asking for help with 14 starving dogs. Despite operating at full capacity, SCARS worked with fellow rescue organizations to respond. Although the dogs were rescued, SCARS is struggling to keep up with the rising number of pleas for help, underscoring a broader crisis in animal welfare in Alberta. […]
The Morinville Jets had an impressive week, securing three wins in as many games to add another six points to their early-season tally. The team faced off against the Fort Saskatchewan Hawks on Wednesday, the Leduc Co-Op Riggers on Friday, and closed the week with a Sunday matchup against the Stony Plain Flyers at home. […]
Here are some photos captured by our and your cameras over the past week. […]
National Fire Prevention Week runs from Oct. 6 to 12, and this year’s theme is Smoke Alarms: Make Them Work for You! As Fire Prevention Week approaches, Morinville Fire Chief Brad Boddez and his crew will kick off the awareness week with an open house at the Don Found Fire Station, followed by a month of fire prevention activities. […]
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