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Kneehill approves bush buggies for Carbon, Three Hills

Kneehill County is due to replace two bush buggies in their fire service area.The Carbon Fire Department bush buggy was due to be replaced in 2023 and the Three Hills bush buggy is scheduled for replacement in 2024.Protective Services Manager Debra Grosfield… Read More
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RCMP conduct training exersize in valley

Residents of Drumheller Valley and area may see increased police presence from time to time due to police training operations in the area.On Thursday, September 5 2024, a “Police Training Advisory” was issued through local media and social media in response… Read More
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Diving skills helps retrieve lost cell phone

Expert diving skills came in handy to preserve the memories of one man’s family.Last week one of the operators of the Bleriot Ferry lost his phone in the river. It contained images of his mother and father who had passed away. Word quickly spread looking for… Read More
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Town recruiting members for Remuneration Task Force

The Town of Drumheller seeks six passionate individuals to join a temporary council committee, the Remuneration Task Force.Members will review council remuneration, roles, and responsibilities and compare practices with other municipalities.To be eligible,… Read More
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AUPE rallies at hospital amid bargaining

Local members of the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) let their voices be heard on Tuesday, August 27.The group was in front of Drumheller Health Centre marching in the Time for Action Bargaining Rally.Central Region Vice President Darren Graham… Read More
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Drumheller RCMP drug investigation leads to arrests and search warrant

Drumheller, Alta. - In June of 2024, Drumheller RCMP General Investigation Section (G.I.S.) officers initiated a drug trafficking investigation in and around the community of Drumheller.At approximately 6:30 a.m. on August 27, 2024, Drumheller G.I.S. officers… Read More
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Carbon mulls Viability Review

The Village of Carbon is hosting an Open House on Tuesday, October 8, and the topic of discussion will be a Viability Review.A Viability Review is a process that helps municipalities determine their ability to continue as a municipality or develop a plan that… Read More
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Town completes upgrades to off-leash dog park

In June 2024, the Newcastle Recreation Area celebrated a remarkable transformation with a restoration project that included upgrading the area’s off-leash fenced-in dog park.Situated south of Diamond 2 at the Newcastle Recreation Area, these upgrades to the… Read More
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Progress made on curling rink site

The Town of Drumheller is making substantial progress at the former curling rink site, marking a significant milestone in the town’s ongoing revitalization efforts.Completing the building’s demolition signifies a new chapter for the community, as plans for… Read More
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Provincial forecasted surplus up $2.6 billion

Higher than-expected oil prices are pushing the Alberta forecasted surplus to $2.9 billion at the end of 2024-2025.The government presented its First Quarter update on Thursday, August 29. This report showed the forecasted surplus $2.6 billion higher than… Read More

Canadian Obesity Summit Starts Tomorrow!



I'm very excited to be attending and presenting at the third Canadian Obesity Summit in Vancouver this week!  There's a fantastic array of workshops, symposia and poster presentations which provide diverse learning opportunities across the spectrum of obesity, from contributors to comorbidities and complications of obesity, to all aspects of...


I'm very excited to be attending and presenting at the third Canadian Obesity Summit in Vancouver this week!  There's a fantastic array of workshops, symposia and poster presentations which provide diverse learning opportunities across the spectrum of obesity, from contributors to comorbidities and complications of obesity, to all aspects of treatments from lifestyle through to many topics about bariatric surgery.  I'll be speaking about the effect of newer type 2 diabetes treatments on body weight on May 2 - come and say hello if you're in the neighborhood!
Dr Sue Pedersen www.drsue.ca © 2013 

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AUPE rallies at hospital amid bargaining

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Local members of the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) let their voices be heard on Tuesday, August 27.The group was in front of Drumheller Health Centre marching…

Drumheller RCMP drug investigation leads to arrests and search warrant

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Drumheller, Alta. - In June of 2024, Drumheller RCMP General Investigation Section (G.I.S.) officers initiated a drug trafficking investigation in and around the community of…

Carbon mulls Viability Review

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The Village of Carbon is hosting an Open House on Tuesday, October 8, and the topic of discussion will be a Viability Review.A Viability Review is a process that helps…

Town completes upgrades to off-leash dog park

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In June 2024, the Newcastle Recreation Area celebrated a remarkable transformation with a restoration project that included upgrading the area’s off-leash fenced-in dog…

Progress made on curling rink site

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The Town of Drumheller is making substantial progress at the former curling rink site, marking a significant milestone in the town’s ongoing revitalization efforts.Completing…

Provincial forecasted surplus up $2.6 billion

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Higher than-expected oil prices are pushing the Alberta forecasted surplus to $2.9 billion at the end of 2024-2025.The government presented its First Quarter update on…

Back to School in Morrin

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Students at Morrin School are heading into the 2024 school year in a brand new school with brand new leadership.Back to school is on August 28 for students at Morrin School.…

Rock Band offered at Delia School

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Delia School has new leadership as it heads into the 2024-25 school year.Mr. Blair Raugust has been appointed Principal of Delia School. Mr Ryan Duckworth who had been at…

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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…

Dragons split shootout finishes

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The Dragons earned three out of a possible six points last week, with two games going all the way to shootouts.The Dragons were on home ice on Tuesday, January 9 to take on…

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…