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Drumheller Pickleball Club formed

With the growth of pickleball in the community, fans of the game have organized and formed a new Drumheller Pickleball Club.About 19 people came out to its formation meeting on Wednesday, September 18. They are now in the process of registering as a… Read More
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Delia Mayor sets record straight regarding online claims

The Mayor of Delia issued a letter to residents of the village hoping to clarify some allegations that were shared on social media regarding property taxes.A post was created on a local Facebook page alleging the village has covertly granted a tax reduction… Read More
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Hanna RCMP lay drug charges after traffic stop

On the evening of Tuesday, September 24, a Hanna RCMP officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the 600 block of 12 Avenue West.As a result of the traffic stop, the officer located a passenger in violation of a court-imposed release order requiring… Read More
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Standard makes progress on industrial expansion

The Village of Standard is working on sustainable growth with the development of a new business park.Mayor Martin Gauthier tells the Mail the project has been in the works for a few years.“About five years ago, we started looking into it,” he said. “Now we… Read More
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Trochu Housing Corporation breaks ground on new facility

The long-awaited Trochu Seniors Housing facility has ceremoniously broken ground. In the middle of a field west of the Arboretum, dignitaries and guests gathered on a breezy September 9th morning to welcome the beginning of project construction.Trochu Mayor… Read More
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Area schools raise over $25K for Terry Fox

Fly on the Wall at DVSS Terry Fox Run Students at DVSS have worked hard to make a difference for those fighting cancer through their annual Terry Fox School Walk Run.The school has been building on the event year after year and this time raised over… Read More
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Hanna Land Owners Group formed over solar concerns

Residents of Hanna, concerned about a solar power installation in the community, have organized.Pace Canada Development LCC has been working towards the Harvest Sky Solar Development. It is planned to be installed on a 360-acre site North of the Ag Centre and… Read More
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Wheatland Housing Management Body report a successful operational review

Wheatland Housing Management Body recently underwent a routine Operational Review. Operational reviews give management bodies an opportunity to review and discuss operations and administration of the management body.Among other intents the Operational Review… Read More
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Tyrrell on track for record breaking year

The Royal Tyrrell Museum is on track for another banner year, with visitation continuing to rise. As of September 15, the Tyrrell has welcomed close to 415,000 visitors in 2024, which is up about half a percent from last year to date. While the increase is… Read More
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St. Anthony’s student honoured with Adele Dyck Memorial Award

After 50 years the memory of a St. Anthony’s student who was taken tragically lives on through one of the school’s most prestigious awards.St. Anthony’s held its annual Awards Night on Tuesday, September 10. 15-year-old Jasper O’Dwyer was presented the… Read More

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Standard makes progress on industrial expansion

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The Village of Standard is working on sustainable growth with the development of a new business park.Mayor Martin Gauthier tells the Mail the project has been in the works…

Area schools raise over $25K for Terry Fox

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Fly on the Wall at DVSS Terry Fox Run Students at DVSS have worked hard to make a difference for those fighting cancer through their annual Terry Fox School Walk Run.The…

Tyrrell on track for record breaking year

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The Royal Tyrrell Museum is on track for another banner year, with visitation continuing to rise. As of September 15, the Tyrrell has welcomed close to 415,000 visitors in…

St. Anthony’s student honoured with Adele Dyck Memorial Award

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After 50 years the memory of a St. Anthony’s student who was taken tragically lives on through one of the school’s most prestigious awards.St. Anthony’s held its annual…

Area schools gear up for Terry Fox Run

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It is a Canadian Tradition built around a Canadian hero, and support for the Terry Fox School run in the area remains strong.The Annual Terry Fox School run is a tradition…

Shift of dynamic in Parliament as MPs head back after summer

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It has been a dynamic week in federal politics as NDP leader Jagmeet Singh announced that the party would be pulling out of its agreement with the Federal Liberals to support…

Council adopts minimum tax for equitable taxation

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The Town of Drumheller has announced plans to address tax inequalities in preparation for the 2025 Annual Budget. With 4,328 taxable properties generating $10.6 million in…

Area athletes represent Alberta at National Senior Games

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Tuesday, August 27, saw the Alberta team of just under 600 lead the Parade of Athletes into the ExpoCite at the Canada 55 plus Senior Games in Quebec City.A total of roughly…

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Pickleball League formed for summer play

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The game of pickleball has been growing exponentially across the globe and right here in the valley. At the same time, the skill level is going up and now a casual league has…

Minor hockey player vegas-bound for tournament

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A young Drumheller hockey player is Vegas-bound for tournament play this summer.Emmett Gouy, 8, son of Shane and Katrina, played his regular season with U9 Sunrise Auto…

U16 Smash volleyball team wins national silver

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The U16 Smash girl’s volleyball team shined at nationals, taking home a silver medal.The Smash is the sole Drumheller Club Volleyball team that went to nationals this season.…

U17 Smash earn bronze at provincials

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The U17 Smash Blue Club Volleyball team ended their season on a high note with a bronze medal at Provincials.The Smash went to provincials in Calgary on the weekend of April…

Local swimmers compete at provincials

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A couple local swimmers were having a great season in the water, and qualified for winter provincials.Eddie Boyd and Grady McGougan trained and competed this season with the…

Special Olympics Alpine Skiers wrap up season

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This season involved the team’s competition athletes participating in a regular low-key season focussing on dryland and on-snow training on an off-competition year.Three…

Dragons prep for post season

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The Dragons are in the stages of preparation for the postseason as the play-in round continues.The AJHL this season was dealt a shock with the defection of five teams to the…

Raptors fall in triple overtime heartbreaker

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It was as close as it could possibly get as the Kneehill Chiefs and the Drumheller Raptors U18 battled it out for the league championship over the weekend.The Drumheller…

Obituaries

Condolences to the family of Vivian Ruth Noy

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NOYVivian Ruth September 29, 1941 - August 21, 2024 Viv passed away peacefully on August 21st surrounded by her loving family.She spent her early years on the farm in Semans,…

Condolences to the family of Don Nelson Vickers

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VICKERSDon Nelson November 4, 1938 - August 14, 2024 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Don Nelson Vickers on August 14, 2024, in Continuing Care, Drumheller after…

Condolences to the family of Elizabeth "Jane" Huculak

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HUCULAKElizabeth “Jane” July 19, 1956 - August 8, 2024 Elizabeth “Jane” Huculak, born July 19, 1956, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2024, surrounded with loved ones by…

Condolences to the family of Wilkie Roderick (Rick) Sharpe

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SHARPERick January 30, 1938 - August 8, 2024 Wilkie Roderick Sharpe (Rick) passed away on August 8, 2024, at the Peter Lougheed Hospital with family at his side. Rick will be…