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Drumheller firefighters stand down from Nordegg wildfire
They were willing and able, but conditions were favourable and members of the Drumheller Fire Department ready to battle wildfires were stood down.
inSide Drumheller reported in its May 17 edition that three fire firefighters Mike Devaleriola, Ryan Young and Steve Hatt were ready to roll and provide their services to the residents of Nordegg who were threatened by wildfires. inSide Drumheller also learned that Cody Blasken made himself available to help. They were to report on Saturday morning, however at the last minute, they were asked to stand down.
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Police warn of dangers of Airsoft guns
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Principal requests North Dinosaur Trail school zone
The principal of St. Anthony’s School is hoping to get motorist...
Pharmacists say new drug plan could cost patients more
Thousands have signed a petition to support local pharmacies in...
Calgary Zoo dinosaurs migrating to valley
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Local teacher speaks about Lyme related illness battle
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On the Run: The road so far
May 24, 2013
Catch up with The Drumheller Mail/inSide Drumheller reporter Michael James as he trains for the Dinosaur Valley Half Marathon and shares his insight in biweekly feature On the Run. April 12, 2013 I have been looking at myself in the mirror lately and I haven’t been liking what I see. There is some excess baggage building up. With that in mind, I… Read More
I’m adding an outdoor patio to my café this…
May 24, 2013
Dear Working Wise: I’m adding an outdoor patio to my café this summer and need a little extra help. I am considering hiring my 13-year-old nephew, but I’m wondering if there are any issues related to hiring someone that young? Signed, Anxious Owner Dear Anxious: Summer jobs are a great way for teens to save money for a car or their post-secondary… Read More
Starland voices water concerns to Minister of…
May 24, 2013
Starland County fired off a stern letter to the Minister of Environment expressing concerns over water. Water continues to be one of the most important issues for municipalities and Starland CAO Ross Rawlusyk has some grave concerns about some of the ideas presented at the Alberta Government’s consultation on water issues. Last month the… Read More
Hanna man sentenced for catlaytic converter theft
May 24, 2013
A Hanna man received a 45-day sentence for possession of a small amount of pot and stolen property. Patrick Wells appeared in provincial court in Drumheller on Friday, May 10. He pleaded guilty to theft under $5,000 and simple possession of marijuana. The court heard how on May 4 at 1:30 a.m. Hanna RCMP observed a vehicle leaving a dealership in… Read More
Is There a Fountain Of Youth?
May 24, 2013
We are all looking for it - the key to youth and eternal health. Does it exist?? Well, there's no such thing as a fountain of youth per se, but a recent study teaches us that there are some things that we CAN do to age successfully. The study looked at over 5,000 people in the United Kingdom, to try to figure out what sorts of... Read More
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Seven tips for hiking safetly in Alberta's…
May 23, 2013
The badlands are one of Alberta’s most striking landscapes. Erosion has sculpted the terrain over thousands of years and spending some time to hike in them can an adventure. In a short hike, you can see Alberta’s wildlife, amazing vistas, and fossils from the beasts who lived here millions of years ago. As beautiful as they are, hiking through the… Read More
Province unveils seniors property tax deferral…
May 23, 2013
The Alberta Government is giving seniors the province to keep a little extra money in their pockets and help them stay in their homes longer. On April 22, the province unveiled a new property tax deferral program, where homeowners 65 years and older can defer all or part of their residential property taxes through a low-interest home equity loan… Read More
Four suspects identified in graffiti blitz
May 23, 2013
Drumheller RCMP have identified four suspects thought to be responsible for recent widespread vandalism in Drumheller. On the weekend of May 4 and 5, businesses, garages, and vehicles in Drumheller were the victims of vandalism, in which they were “tagged” with graffiti. Drumheller RCMP responded and have identified four suspects believed to be… Read More
LESLIE Melvin Edgar
May 22, 2013
LESLIE, Melvin Edgar January 7, 1952 - May 16, 2013 Melvin Edgar Leslie of Hussar passed away suddenly May 16, 2013 at the age of 61. Born in Lethbridge, raised in Hussar; Mel passed on as a proud Correctional Officer since 1995. Prior to his career with the Correctional Service of Canada he was a Journeyman Instrumentation Technician. His cowboy… Read More
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May 22, 2013
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My son works for a small construction company.…
May 21, 2013
Dear Working Wise: My son works for a small construction company. It’s frustrating to hear that he works in unsafe conditions at times, without proper equipment, supervision and training. Who is responsible for ensuring his safety? Signed, Worried Dear Worried: Safety is everyone’s responsibility. Your son is responsible for working safely,… Read More
New app for troubleshooting statin intolerances…
May 21, 2013
The University of British Columbia has come out with an excellent tool for physicians to help assess cardiovascular risk and manage cholesterol issues, which is a free app which can be downloaded here. This is a fabulous program which has a number of highlights: 1. Framingham risk score can be calculated with recommendations based on the 2012... Read More
Who Are You? Peter McDiarmid
May 17, 2013
Age: 58. Occupation: Head chef, Dinosaur Trail Golf and Country Club. What do you like most about your job? I love to cook, working with other people, and apprenticing new cooks. How long have you been in Drum? My wife and I moved here March 4. Where are you from? Born and raised in Calgary, but I spent most of my cooking career in Banff, Bow… Read More
Passion Play launches 20th anniversary season
May 17, 2013
This past week over 40 staff showed up to begin work at the Passion Play site. In another week more than 100 volunteer actors will begin rehearsals. 2013 will be the 20th performance season of the Canadian Badlands Passion Play and the success we have enjoyed over the years has been due, in great part, to the support of the people and businesses… Read More
DVSS to present “fine arts night”
May 17, 2013
The school year is coming to a close in a hurry, and the year’s activities are winding down. In celebration of the school’s achievements in the Fine Arts, the combined drama, art, band and choral departments will present a concert at the Kaleidoscope Theatre that will highlight some of the things they have worked on throughout the year. The Drama… Read More
Man charged in raid fined $1,000 for drug…
May 17, 2013
The third person charged in a drug raid last October was sentenced in provincial court last Friday. Peter Shokal appeared in provincial court in Drumheller for trial on May 10. He pleaded guilty to possession of cocaine. His charge dates back to October 25 of last year, when Calgary’s combined force Special Enforcement Unit worked with the… Read More
Tyrrell reopens Cretaceous Garden
May 17, 2013
A three-tonne petrified tree stump, two gingko trees and an intact dinosaur footprint found just steps from the museum are treasures in the Royal Tyrrell Museum’s Cretaceous Garden, reopening Friday, May 17, after almost two years of renovations. The garden was closed in the fall of 2011 to allow improvements to visitor flow and accessibility for… Read More
Drumheller hockey cool to pewee body checking ban
May 17, 2013
It seems the Drumheller hockey community isn’t warming up to new rules to take hitting out of hockey at the peewee level. Hockey Alberta announced last week that it would be eliminating body checking from the peewee division starting in the 2013-2014 season. “Our players’ safety is the foundation in making this decision,” said Hockey Alberta’s… Read More
Legacy Funds support seniors, soccer
May 17, 2013
The World’s Largest Dinosaur Legacy Fund delivered once again for two local community groups. On Friday, May 3, the Drumheller and District Chamber of Commerce presented the Pioneer Trail Society and Drumheller Minor Soccer Association with $695 and $3,000, respectively. For the Pioneer Trail Society, the money will help pay for the purchase and… Read More
Health benefits of nordic walking!
May 15, 2013
Think those people who look like they are walking outdoors with ski poles look a little goofy? Well, think again - those people are taking strides towards better health. It's called Nordic Walking - quite simply - walking with poles. It was originally developed in Scandinavia as an off-season ski training activity, and didn't become an... Read More
BAXTER Bryan A.
May 15, 2013
Baxter, Bryan A. February 7, 1941 - May 10, 2013 “What matters most is the dash between the years.” - Linda Ellis Bryan Allen “Bucky Buckskin” Baxter of Calgary, AB passed away peacefully at the Drumheller Hospital comforted by family and friends. As one of the original employees of Foothills Hospital, Bryan worked there from before the hospital… Read More
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