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RMA supports Kneehill resolution on renewable energy development

Kneehill County has the support of Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) with its position to lobby the Alberta government to make the electricity grid more stable.A resolution brought forward by Kneehill County received support from the RMA at its annual… Read More

Red Bag Food Drive coming November 28

While Christmas is a joyous time, it can also be a time of stress, especially for people and families who are struggling to make ends meet.In Drumheller, The Salvation Army works hard to help fill some of these needs, and with the support of the community,… Read More

Material delays slowed Gordon Taylor Bridge project

While progress is being made on the Gordon Taylor Bridge, crews are working through some delays.While many in the valley impacted by the construction work on the only connector in Drumheller over the Red Deer River were hoping the first phase of the project… Read More

Drumheller RCMP on scene at a serious motor vehicle collision - Update Highway 9 reopened for traffic

Drumheller, Alta – Drumheller RCMP are advising that Highway 9 near highway 836 has been re opened for regular traffic. On Nov. 14, 2024 shortly after 7:00 a.m., Drumheller RCMP with the assistance of 3 local Fire departments and EMS responded to a report of… Read More

Drumheller RCMP respond to assault in progress

On Thursday, October 31 at approximately 4:30 p.m., Drumheller RCMP members responded to an assault in progress call at a rural location in Starland County east of Michichi.On arrival, RCMP members took an adult female suspect into custody.It was alleged that… Read More

High hopes for Dorothy Elevator repairs

The iconic Dorothy Elevator is still hanging on and there are some hopes that repairs can be made before it deteriorates more.The Dorothy Elevator is one of the most photographed historic elevators in the province. Built in 1928, the Alberta Pacific Grain… Read More

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Drumheller Performing Arts Festival cancels 2025 season

One of Drumheller's longest-enduring events has decided to take a year off.The Drumheller Music Festival, now called the Drumheller Performing Arts Festival has been a staple in the valley for over 80 years, only missing performances due to wartime and most… Read More

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89-year-old bridesmaid saves the day

It was a joyous Thanksgiving weekend for the Cardamone family as they celebrated the wedding of Ryan and Maria.One person beaming from the wedding party was grandmother Anna May, 89.She arrived at the wedding at St. Anthony's Church on Saturday, October 12 to… Read More

Salute a Veteran banner project grows to 87

What was started as a humble way to honour veterans six years ago has grown into a fixture in the community on Remembrance Day.In 2018, the Drumheller Genealogy Club, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 22 and the Town of Drumheller unveiled a unique way to… Read More

Drumheller council propose five per cent water, six per cent sewer rate increase

Town of Drumheller council adopted the 2025 Utility Operating and Capital budgets, which were presented during the regular Monday, November 4 council meeting.Chief Financial Officer Victoria Chan explained the 2025 Utility Operating budgets of $4.6 million… Read More

Sochi subway squats!

A little Friday fun. Check it out - as part of a campaign to make Russians healthier, and also to promote the Sochi Olympic Winter Games, the Moscow Metro is offering metro tickets for 30 squats (instead of the usual price of 30 rubles). I love it!!
Thanks to both Mark and Erin for the double heads' up on this awesome campaign.
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89-year-old bridesmaid saves the day

It was a joyous Thanksgiving weekend for the Cardamone family as they celebrated the wedding of Ryan and Maria.One person beaming from the wedding party was grandmother Anna…

On Thursday, October 31 at approximately 4:30 p.m., Drumheller RCMP members responded to an assault in progress call at a rural location in Starland County east of…

One of Drumheller's longest-enduring events has decided to take a year off.The Drumheller Music Festival, now called the Drumheller Performing Arts Festival has been a staple…

Town of Drumheller council adopted the 2025 Utility Operating and Capital budgets, which were presented during the regular Monday, November 4 council meeting.Chief Financial…

What was started as a humble way to honour veterans six years ago has grown into a fixture in the community on Remembrance Day.In 2018, the Drumheller Genealogy Club, the…

A relic of the mining past of Drumheller, a lone sentinel of creosote and timber reaching high into the sky over Rosedale, reminding us of the past, stood again time. That…

The iconic Dorothy Elevator is still hanging on and there are some hopes that repairs can be made before it deteriorates more.The Dorothy Elevator is one of the most…

The annual Poppy Campaign officially kicked off on Friday, October 25 as Legion President Ron Evans, right, pins the First Poppy to Mayor Heather Colberg. The annual Poppy…

Dragons split opening weekend

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…

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…

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…

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.…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Condolences to the family of Rose Marie Barbara Ebel (nee Suntjens)

Rose passed away suddenly after a brief illness November 4, 2024, at the age of 67 years at the Drumheller Continuing Care Centre. Rose was born in Calgary, Alberta at the…

August 30, 1947 - November 1, 2024 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Larry Donald Clark after a nine-month courageous battle with intracranial brain…

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Deborah Susan Van De Ryse (nee Ing), beloved and cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Debbie passed…

The family of Alice June Thomson are saddened to announce her passing on September 28, 2024, at the Red Deer Hospice. She died peacefully holding her daughter’s hand.June was…

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RMA supports Kneehill resolution on renewable energy development

Red Bag Food Drive coming November 28

Material delays slowed Gordon Taylor Bridge project

Drumheller RCMP on scene at a serious motor vehicle collision - Update Highway 9 reopened for traffic

Drumheller RCMP respond to assault in progress

High hopes for Dorothy Elevator repairs

Drumheller Performing Arts Festival cancels 2025 season

89-year-old bridesmaid saves the day

Salute a Veteran banner project grows to 87

Drumheller council propose five per cent water, six per cent sewer rate increase

Sochi subway squats!

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89-year-old bridesmaid saves the day

Drumheller RCMP respond to assault in progress

Drumheller Performing Arts Festival cancels 2025 season

Drumheller council propose five per cent water, six per cent sewer rate increase

Salute a Veteran banner project grows to 87

Remnant of Star Mine collapsing stirs memories

High hopes for Dorothy Elevator repairs

Poppy campaign kicks off

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Dragons split opening weekend

Pickleball League formed for summer play

Minor hockey player vegas-bound for tournament

U16 Smash volleyball team wins national silver

U17 Smash earn bronze at provincials

Local swimmers compete at provincials

Special Olympics Alpine Skiers wrap up season

Dragons prep for post season

Obituaries

Condolences to the family of Rose Marie Barbara Ebel (nee Suntjens)

Condolences to the family of Larry Donald Clark

Condolences to the family of Deborah Susan Van De Ryse (nee Ing)

Condolences to the family of Alice June Thomson