It’s busy work, being a rural midwife, and it’s one full of stories. Deanna Reiswig said she and other registered midwives in the region face plenty of challenges in the field of rural midwifery. “Sometimes babies are born on the way to us, or us on the way to them,” she said. “We’ve had midwives […]
Food security, permaculture, design projects and – yes – garden seeds have become an anchor on Sexsmith’s historic Main Street. Heritage Farm’s Seed School opened its doors in October, bringing seasonal workshops on a variety of topics including small farm agriculture and creative design to residents across the South Peace. Owner Wendy Smith said the […]
Promoting economic growth while maintaining Sexsmith’s small-town feeling are two of Chrystal Widsten’s main priorities. Having first moved to the community in August of 2018, and stepping up as librarian at the Shannon Municipal Library in September of that year, Widsten has been involved with the Town of Sexsmith Family & Community Support Services (FCSS), […]
The Grande Prairie Royal Canadian Legion Branch #54 says at least 13 of its poppy bins have been stolen by an individual claiming to be a volunteer. The Legion became aware of the missing poppy boxes just after Remembrance Day, when volunteers were out collecting them. “I'm a veteran, and I'm just pissed off about […]
Free support and resources for those living with cancer and their caregivers are now available in the Grande Prairie region. Wellspring Alberta launched in-person services last week and is beginning programming with Cancer Connect, a space where people on the same journey can connect and find support. “Our goal is to make sure that no […]
Horse and wagon teams took to the streets in Sexsmith on Saturday, Nov. 22 as part of the town’s annual Reverse Santa Claus Parade. Joined with the Sexsmith Fire Department, volunteers collected donations from across town to help kick off the Sexsmith & Area Food Bank Christmas hamper program. Multiple horse-drawn wagons took to the […]
Lights, music and holiday cheer come home to Sexsmith this weekend. The light-up event kicks off Christmas in Sexsmith at 6:30 p.m. From 5:30 to 8 p.m., guests will also be able to enjoy free sleigh rides, grab a picture with St. Nick himself at the gazebo on Main Street, and warm up with carollers, […]
