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la Grange called to bar in Drumheller

On Thursday, December 12, Jacko (Jack) la Grange was called to the Alberta Bar Association at the Alberta Court of Justice in Drumheller.la Grange has been in Drumheller for over a year and has been articling at Barry & James LLP, under the principalship of… Read More
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Students host annual Seniors Dinner

The Annual Rotary Seniors Dinner went off without a hitch as local students from DVSS, St. Anthony’s and Greentree School hosted about 300 of the community’s senior members to a Christmas Dinner with all the fixings on Thursday, December 12. (l-r) Jim… Read More
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Town Community Assistance grants aid in local initiatives

The Town of Drumheller is pleased to announce the successful allocation of the Community Assistance Grant, aimed at enhancing community programs, projects, and events throughout the Drumheller Valley.The recent allocation of more than $45,000 in either cash… Read More
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Cantata delights

For around two decades, music has filled the air getting in tune for Christmas at the annual Christmas Cantata directed by Becky Neuman. This year The Appalachian Winter, a Cantata for Christmas was presented at the Bethany Lutheran Church in Morrin and then… Read More
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Drumheller council approve 2025 Operating, Capital budgets

Town of Drumheller council has approved the 2025 Operating budget of over $22.04 million and its 2025 Capital budget of $5.0 million during the regular Monday, December 16 council meeting.Chief Financial Officer Victoria Chan explained this includes a… Read More
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Emergency services respond to collision

Drumheller Firefighters along with the RCMP responded to a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of 2nd Avenue West and 2nd Street West near the Vientmanese Noodle House, shortly after 11 a.m., Friday, December 20. Firefighters quickly responded quickly… Read More
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Town makes changes to Minimum Tax Rate bylaw

Town of Drumheller council passed first and second reading of a proposed bylaw during the regular Monday, December 2 council meeting which would roll all property tax rolls from manufactured home communities into a singular tax roll which the park owner… Read More
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Spicy addition to Salvation Army campaign

The Salvation Army was given a spicy boost this year during its Christmas campaign.Fermented Fire Hot Sauce is a family business that has been in operation in Munson for the last two years. It created a special Hot Honey Mustard Sauce and emblazoned the label… Read More
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Free Christmas dinner tradition continues

A tradition built on the spirit that no one should spend Christmas alone continues with the annual free Christmas dinner.The tradition has endured for decades, and this year once again Yavis Family Restaurant and The Salvation Army are hosting a free… Read More
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Local organizations receive legacy funds

The Drumheller and District Chamber of Commerce (DDCC) through the World’s Largest Dinosaur (WLD) Legacy Fund has selected five local organizations to receive a total of $40,000.Eight applications for capital projects were received by the Chamber of Commerce… Read More

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Drumheller council approve 2025 Operating, Capital budgets

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Town of Drumheller council has approved the 2025 Operating budget of over $22.04 million and its 2025 Capital budget of $5.0 million during the regular Monday, December 16…

Emergency services respond to collision

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Drumheller Firefighters along with the RCMP responded to a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of 2nd Avenue West and 2nd Street West near the Vientmanese Noodle House,…

Town makes changes to Minimum Tax Rate bylaw

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Town of Drumheller council passed first and second reading of a proposed bylaw during the regular Monday, December 2 council meeting which would roll all property tax rolls…

Spicy addition to Salvation Army campaign

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The Salvation Army was given a spicy boost this year during its Christmas campaign.Fermented Fire Hot Sauce is a family business that has been in operation in Munson for the…

Free Christmas dinner tradition continues

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A tradition built on the spirit that no one should spend Christmas alone continues with the annual free Christmas dinner.The tradition has endured for decades, and this year…

Local organizations receive legacy funds

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The Drumheller and District Chamber of Commerce (DDCC) through the World’s Largest Dinosaur (WLD) Legacy Fund has selected five local organizations to receive a total of…

Hanna RCMP seek assistance in locating suspects

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The Hanna RCMP have laid charges in two cases and are asking for the public’s help in locating the suspects.On May 28 of this year Hanna RCMP received a report of a break and…

Drumheller RCMP launches holiday season check stops

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As part of Public Safety, Traffic Safety, and Detachment Priorities, Drumheller RCMP has again launched the Alberta Checkstop Program for the month of December 2024.The…

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Dragons drop two over weekend

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It was a tough weekend for the Dragons with two highly competitive games under their belt.The Dragons hosted the Whitecourt Wolverines on Saturday, October 19 in front of 811…

Dragons split opening weekend

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Just two games into the season, and it appears the Dragons and Olds Grizzlys are developing a bit of a rivalry.The Dragons opened the regular season on the road on Friday…

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…

Obituaries

Condolences to the family of Raymond “Jeffrey” Laval

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December 4, 1968 - December 4, 2024 We are heartbroken to announce the sudden passing of our son Jeff in Pattay, Thailand.Jeff passed away in a motorcycle accident.We always…

Condolences to the family of Jaime Nicole Ryan

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January 10 1984- October 1 2024 It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Jaime Nichole Ryan, due to a tragic vehicle accident on October 1st 2024,…

Condolences to the family of Mary Agnes Coe

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August 30, 1934 - November 13, 2024 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of longtime Drumheller resident Mary Agnes Coe, widow of Richard (Dick) Coe and beloved…

Condolences to the family of Helen Anne Berlando (née Looten)

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May 3, 1932 - November 21, 2024 Our beloved Mother, “Nonie,” aunt, and friend, Helen Anne Berlando (née Looten) passed away peacefully at the Drumheller Health Centre with…