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Good Samaritan makes family connection

A local woman made a family connection while helping out a stranded traveller.Irene Gilliard was biding her time on social media last Saturday morning, when she saw a request for help from a stranded traveller.Gilliard explains she connected with the woman,… Read More
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DVSS cake auction raises over $3,100 for Terry Fox Foundation

Drumheller Valley Secondary School (DVSS) held its annual cake auction to raise money for the Terry Fox Foundation on Friday, September 15. There were a wide array of cakes and other confectionery with a total of 58 items donated for the auction, including a… Read More
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Local writer explores pivotal 1993 federal election

An interesting young man has written an interesting book about an interesting time in Canadian politics.Brandon Holden, son of Michelle and Trevor is studying Education at Red Deer Polytechnic. He also just self-published his first book called 47 Days: The… Read More
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Wheatland County supports Redland resident request for water servicing

Wheatland County council provided its support in regards to a request from a group of residents from the hamlet of Redland to establish potable water connections to the Wheatland Regional Corporation (WRC) regional waterline for individual residents during… Read More
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Back in the atmosphere

It is a sight that residents and visitors never tire of. The Calgary Balloon Club annually picks a sunny September Sunday to traverse the sky over the valley feasting on the autumn colours. The club has been doing this for decades, this year taking off St.… Read More
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Drumheller welcomes new Recreation, Arts and Culture manager

Town of Drumheller council officially welcomed Rick Ladouceur as the new Recreation, Arts and Culture manager during the Monday, September 11 Committee of the Whole meeting, although he took over the role in late August.Mr. Ladouceur has extensive training… Read More
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Dragons head into regular season with road trip

The regular season begins this week for the Dragons after wrapping up the exhibition season against South Conference teams.On Wednesday, September 6, the Dragons were in Calgary to take on the Canucks. Calgary started strong and was up by three goals before… Read More
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Prairie Land archers shine in South Africa tournament

A team of archers from Prairie Land Public School Division excelled at an archery tournament in South Africa.The Mail reported in its July 26th edition that Holly and Natalie Karg of JC Charyk School in Hanna, and Vance Laughlin of Youngstown and Sean Murphy… Read More
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Special Areas updating Land Use Order

The Special Areas Board is in the process of updating the Land Use Order and is looking for feedback on proposed changes from the public.The current Land Use Order was last updated in 2015 and needed to be reviewed to help streamline regulations, reduce red… Read More
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Two charged following firearms complaint

On Sept. 15, 2023, at 8:51 a.m., Drumheller RCMP received a report of individuals discharging a firearm at another vehicle and driving dangerously on Highway 56 North of Drumheller. Both occupants of the vehicle were observed entering a residence in Rumsey,… Read More

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Back in the atmosphere

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It is a sight that residents and visitors never tire of. The Calgary Balloon Club annually picks a sunny September Sunday to traverse the sky over the valley feasting on the…

Wheatland County supports Redland resident request for water servicing

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Wheatland County council provided its support in regards to a request from a group of residents from the hamlet of Redland to establish potable water connections to the…

Two charged following firearms complaint

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On Sept. 15, 2023, at 8:51 a.m., Drumheller RCMP received a report of individuals discharging a firearm at another vehicle and driving dangerously on Highway 56 North of…

Drumheller RCMP arrest male following Monday stabbing

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Drumheller RCMP arrested a male in relation to a stabbing incident on Monday, September 11.At approximately 6:15 p.m. on Monday, a 45-year-old male from Drumheller attended…

Prairie Land archers shine in South Africa tournament

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A team of archers from Prairie Land Public School Division excelled at an archery tournament in South Africa.The Mail reported in its July 26th edition that Holly and Natalie…

Drumheller ball players win silver at Western Canadians

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The Drumheller Miners U13 baseball team had a great season with an appearance at the provincials, and two of their players were asked to join the Alberta Championship team…

Titans top Canmore

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The defending provincial champion Drumheller Titans have started the season ranked in the top spot after a convincing win over Canmore.The Titans are 2-0 after an exhibition…

Strong turnout for Dinosaur Half

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Participants in the Dinosaur Valley Half Marathon enjoyed beautiful weather, a challenging new route and a chance to post some personal bests. The event features a 5k family…

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League play kicks off for senior Titans

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The Titans are on the cusp of beginning the 2023 football season and after a win over Brooks in exhibition play they are confident in the future.The Titans are on their way…

Dragons battle through preseason play

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The Dragons are ironing out the wrinkles and getting a good look at new players as they continue through their preseason schedule.The exhibition season began for the Dragons…

Area seniors rock at Alberta 55+ Summer Games

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August 17 saw just over 900 participants and their guests invade Brooks, Alberta as they registered for the Alberta 55 + Summer Games. With their schedules in hand for the…

Dragons exhibition season starts tonight

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Tonight Drumheller hockey fans have the first opportunity to trade the sweltering August sun for the crisp air of the Drumheller Memorial Arena.The Drumheller Dragons begin…

Drumheller Miners shine at provincials

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The Drumheller Miners U13 AA baseball team had a great season that culminated with a great appearance at provincials.The team entered the start of the year in the Baseball…

New course for Dino Half

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September 10 is race day, and the Dinosaur Valley Half Marathon is on course, albeit a new course, for a great event.The event, which includes a 5K family fun walk and run,…

First time winner at Shaw

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54 year-old Ken Duke (left) won his first tournament on the PGA Champions Tour Sunday at Canyon Meadows Golf Course, after 100 tries, and banked $360,000 in the process. Duke…

Community Football adds Atom team

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The football field at DVSS is already a busy place, as the Bantam Titans and the Peewee Terrapins are back on the gridiron.This year they are joined by Atom players.“This is…

Obituaries

Condolences to the family of Steven Kevin Briggs

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BRIGGSSteven Kevin September 11, 2023 It is with profound sadness that the family of Steven Kevin Briggs announce his passing on September 11, 2023 at the age of 62, after a…

Condolences to the family of Ronald Gordon Culshaw

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CULSHAWRonald Gordon January 12, 1948 - September 15, 2023 Ron was born in Drumheller on January 12, 1948. He married his childhood sweetheart Linda in 1968 and they moved to…

Condolences to the family of Ethel Margaret Day

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DAYEthel Margaret September 17, 1929- September 11, 2023 Ethel Margaret Day of Drumheller, Jeff’s beloved wife and partner of 72 years passed away on September 11, 2023 just…

Condolences to the family of Timothy Raymond Harty

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HARTYTimothy Raymond September 6, 1954 - August 22, 2023 It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Timothy Raymond Harty on August 22, 2023 at the age of…