A unique housing project in the Smith neighbourhood is a first of its kind for the Grande Spirit Foundation (GSF). Construction on the 160-unit building, of which 30 per cent are affordable housing units, is expected to begin within a few weeks. “We're hoping that this building is constructed over 2025 and occupancy into 2026,” […]
This fall will see the construction of a $1 million wheelchair-accessible housing development in Beaverlodge. On Sept. 14, the town’s Subdivision and Development Board approved an application for two 1,550 sq. ft. semi-detached two-bedroom, two-bathroom housing units on the corner of 8th St. and 6th Ave. “We are building handicapped places for people who need […]
Two young brothers who were the subjects of an Amber Alert in July were found safely in BC Sept. 17 after a 10-week investigation. The Alberta RCMP Major Crimes Unit announced on Sept. 18 that the boys, 4 and 6, were found in West Kelowna, accompanied by their mother Krista Morrison and Daniel Ludwig, the […]
In our first referendum review installment we looked at how to make the most of casting your ballot on Referendum Day by making sure you have everything you need to vote and telling you about the multiple options you have to get your ballots into a box. This week, we’re going to talk a little […]
While collection days and service contractors will stay the same, residents around the province can expect a new, enhanced recycling program that will be more convenient and will accept more materials, starting Oct. 1. The changes come as the province moves into Phase 2 of implementing its new recycling regime after Phase 1 was deemed […]
It has been known by many names over the years, but no matter what the masthead has said, or who has been in charge, the mission of the local newspaper remains the same — attend and report on the local happenings of a community for the people who live there. That’s what Trevor Harris had […]
Despite efforts to the contrary, the Beaverlodge Skating Club has officially ceased operations after being inactive since 2022. The club, which offered figure skating to youths from three years old to Grade 12 for over 50 years, held a meeting Sept. 2 to disperse assets and funds of the club. In its last year of […]
With the days until the Oct. 19 referendum winding down, Elections Alberta is preparing for one of the highest voter turnouts in the province’s history. It’s going to be a busy day but there are ways to make sure your vote counts. The most efficient of them is to be prepared by knowing what you’re […]
