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Alberta Restricts Photo Radar to Safety Zones, Ends Revenue-Driven Use

Dec 2, 2024 1

The Alberta government has announced sweeping changes to the province’s photo radar policies, aiming to end its use as a “cash cow” and restore public trust in traffic enforcement measures. Effective April 1, 2025, photo radar will be restricted to school, playground, and construction zones, with additional provisions to ensure its application focuses solely on safety. […]

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The Week in Photos

Dec 2, 2024 Comments Off on The Week in Photos

Here are some shots we captured over the past week. Around Town Shoppers Drug Mart Vice President of Operations Todd […]

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Morinville Jets Dominate Warriors in 7-3 Victory

Nov 25, 2024 Comments Off on Morinville Jets Dominate Warriors in 7-3 Victory

The Morinville Jets made a decisive rebound from their midweek loss to the Edmonton Mustangs with a 7-3 victory over the Beverly Warriors on Sunday night. The road win boosts the Jets’ impressive record to 18-4-1 for the season. […]

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Morinville RCMP Arrest Break & Enter Suspects in Sturgeon County

Nov 19, 2024 Comments Off on Morinville RCMP Arrest Break & Enter Suspects in Sturgeon County

On November 15, 2024, RCMP Morinville Detachment members responded to a complaint of a break-and-enter in progress at a residence in Sturgeon County near Morinville. Police attended and arrested two suspects near the scene. A third suspect fled from the scene but was quickly apprehended with the assistance of a police dog. […]

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Fill a Truck for the Morinville Food Bank During Lite Up the Nite

Nov 18, 2024 Comments Off on Fill a Truck for the Morinville Food Bank During Lite Up the Nite

As the holiday lights twinkle and the community gathers for the annual Lite Up the Night Festival, residents have a special opportunity to spread seasonal cheer by supporting the Fill a Truck for the Morinville Food Bank! event, taking place Saturday, Nov. 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Morinville Cultural Centre parking lot.  […]

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Community Generosity Lights Up Santa Store Auction, Raising Funds for Local Families

Nov 18, 2024 Comments Off on Community Generosity Lights Up Santa Store Auction, Raising Funds for Local Families

The spirit of the Christmas season shone brightly on Saturday, Nov. 16, as the Midstream Support Society hosted its 27th annual Santa Store Auction. The event raises funds to ensure children have gifts to open on Christmas morning and families receive assistance with utility bills during difficult times. […]