Local News
The Week in Photos
Above: Another great shot by Donald Boutilier. Helping a cause The Santa Store Auction raised $12170 this year for the […]
Province
Government says school nutrition program has been effective
The Government of Alberta is crediting its school nutrition program for giving 5,000 students more energy and the ability to be better able to focus in class. […]
Columns
National Column: School’s response to controversial lecture a disservice to students
If the biggest problem facing transgender people in Canada is the inaccuracy of the pronoun used to refer to them, you could say we have made great strides in understanding gender fluidity. […]
Columns
National Column: Vet’s case underscores weak animal cruelty laws
How far have we come in protecting animals? Based on money spent in the pet industry, you might be forgiven for thinking we have come a long way.
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Business
Jandel Homes helping Marvelous Moms again this year
Jandel Homes’ Meadows of Morinville community hosted a Fill a House Cocktail Reception and Silent Auction Monday night in aid of the Morinville Marvelous Moms’ Adopt-a-Family Program.
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National News
Notley and Kenney pleased with Nebraska Keystone XL decision
Premier Rachel Notley and United Conservative Leader Jason Kenney are applauding a decision by Nebraska state officials to approve TransCanada’s $10-billion Keystone XL pipeline Monday.
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Columns
National Column: Long road to recovery for Indigenous sacred objects
There’s a story Paul Williams likes to share, though he’d rather not say when it’s from or who it’s about. Most of the things involved we can never show you either – they’re sacred objects, and meant only for very specific eyes. By Williams’ own request, we can’t even tell you where they are. […]
Columns
National Column: UN peacekeeping retreat unfair but politically wise
It began two years ago with Justin Trudeau’s bold campaign promise to restore the great Canadian tradition of United Nations peacekeeping. […]
Local News
Community groups eligible for grants supporting women’s equality and empowerment,
Status of Women is inviting community groups to apply for grants for local projects that make life better for women and girls in Alberta. […]
Arts & Culture
The week ahead and beyond in local activities
Below is a list of local community activities as well as promotions and specials at local businesses. Now until Jan. […]
Local News
Midstream Santa Store Auction raises funds for those in need
The Midstream Support Society’s 20th Annual Santa Store Charity Auction took place at Coach’s Corner Saturday night. Auctioneer Brad Ward had roughly 50 bidders bidding on 86 lots, raising $12,170 between bids, a special prize draw, and a 50/50 draw. […]
Local News
Town to look into vaping rules and minors
At the Nov. 14 Council meeting, Deputy Mayor Stephen Dafoe spoke on the gap in rules regarding the sale of vaping materials to minors.
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Province
Liquor bag program invites students to design messages on impaired driving
With holiday season upon us, the government says Alberta’s youth are creating “impactful and creative messages” to remind Albertans of the dangers of drinking and driving.
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Local News
D.A.R.E. program may make a comeback
The Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) program was removed this year from the Morinville Detachment Community Initiatives program due to the time it takes to run the program and to the current shortage of RCMP members. […]
Local Sports
Morinville Sports Shorts
Above: The MCHS Boys Volleyball team came out of weekend zones with the North Central 3A Zones Championship. See story […]
Local News
Andre Noel recipient of Senate 150th Anniversary Medal
The Senate of Canada celebrated the 150th anniversary of its first sitting Nov. 6 by awarding commemorative medals, struck by the Royal Canadian Mint. The Senate 150th Anniversary Medal commemorates the first time senators came to Ottawa to sit in Parliament on Nov. 6, 1867. […]