News about Morinville
In a 6-1 vote, Council has selected Administration’s recommendation for an architectural firm to design the community’s new multi-use rec facility. With only Councillor Stephen Dafoe opposed, Council approved awarding the contract to Architecture Tkalcic Bengert (ATB), one of 11 companies to submit a proposal by the Aug. 31 deadline. […]
The Morinville Block Parent Association is at risk of folding if a new executive cannot be found by Oct. 5. In a press release issued Sept. 15, the current board of directors announced the program will close in Morinville Oct. 15.
“There have been many attempts to improve the number of Block Parent homes in Morinville over the years and to gain awareness and interest in the program,” said the Board’s Chair Tanya Sloan. “Unfortunately, there are currently less than 20 and that number continues to decline.” […]
Group fitness classes will be available in the Morinville United Church basement this week, offering residents an opportunity to get fit in a group setting. Personal Trainer Michelle Logan is the owner of Fit Girl Athletics, a new home-based company that offers personal training in her home studio and group fitness instruction at the church. […]
Small Business Week is more than a month away and the Morinville and District Chamber of Commerce’s annual gala along with it. But the local business advocacy group is already making plans for the big day by seeking nominations for business of the year in a variety of categories. Nominations Opened Sept. 8 and will close Oct. 8. […]
Morinville Fish and Game Association (MFGA) held their Annual General Meeting and regular meeting in their new clubhouse Sept. 10. Servus Credit Union Branch Manager Kym Moore and employee Lorraine Blackburn presented a $5000 donation to the club. In her presentation Moore said the MFGA continue to strengthen the community […]
Morinville Mayor Lisa Holmes will be the next president of the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA). The AUMA is made up of elected officials from urban municipalities including cities, towns, villages, summer villages and specialized municipalities. The group advocates the interests of members to the provincial and federal governments as well as other stakeholders. […]
DQ coming
Construction was in progress on Tuesday across from Tim Hortons for a $1.23 million development. The construction is a building that will include a DQ and other potential businesses.
– Lucie Roy Photos […]
Saturday mornings at 9:30 will find skates laced and kids on the ice at the Ray McDonald Sports Centre. While hockey continues to dominate ice time in Morinville, this particular Saturday morning slot will be reserved for ringette, soon to start its second full season in the community. […]
An upcoming event will give Morinville residents an opportunity to learn about photo radar as well as find out more about what the Town’s peace officers do.
The Photo Enforcement Public Education Night takes place Wednesday, Sept. 16 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the parking lot of the Morinville Community Cultural Centre. […]
About 40 people from Morinville and surrounding areas attended Council’s Sept. 8th meeting to express concerns about the rec centre project. Alanna Hnatiw, one of the members of the Sturgeon Recreational Facility Citizen Group, presented to Council on their behalf. […]
Town approves AltaGas Franchise Agreement
Town to put emergency sirens in budget for debate
Town approves citizen software for budget talks
Town defers south entrance sign […]
The Morinville Community Cultural Centre will kick off its fifth LIVE at the CCC performance series Sept. 26. Half a decade into bringing entertainment to Morinville it is no surprise that Cultural Services Coordinator Laurie Stalker sees this season as a magical time. It is also no surprise that the first show of that magical season is a magician. Sheldon Casavant will open the season with his entertaining and interactive show Sept. 26 at 3:30 p.m. The event, sponsored by Morinville Sobeys, offers families an affordable afternoon of entertainment. Tickets are $10 per person or $30 per family (maximum four people). […]
New Morinville Christian School (MCS) Principal Rachel Ritchot came from Kelowna, BC where she ran an after-school program. Before that, she taught in Fort St. John. Ritchot will be teaching the senior students and oversee the more than 40 students attending the K to 12 school this year. […]
About 30 Christian Heritage Party of Canada (CHP) supporters and interested residents popped by Higher Grounds Espresso Bar Sept. 3. Party leader Rod Taylor, Sturgeon River-Parkland candidate Ernest Chauvet, and Edmonton-Mill Woods candidate Peter Downing visited to speak on the party’s platform. […]
Pool balls cracked and video games beeped Thursday night with the official reopening of the Morinville Teen Centre. The facility, originally located across from the arena in Lions Park, closed recently, but was reopened Sept. 3 in classier digs. […]
The Rotary Club of Morinville has partnered with Sturgeon School Division, Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools, and the Boys and Girls Club, Big Brothers & Big Sisters (BGCBBBS) of Edmonton. The groups will undertake a student mentorship program for students in Morinville and the surrounding community. A signing ceremony was held at the club’s Sept. 2 meeting. […]
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