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Wheatland County files Notice of Motion regarding funding for regional housing bodies

Wheatland County Reeve Amber Link issued a Notice of Motion at the November 12 Regular Council meeting for Proportional Representation on Housing Management Bodies.Motion 1 reads in part: “That Council support the submission of a letter from the Reeve to the… Read More
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Red Bag Food Drive tonight!

This Thursday, November 28, be sure to put out your Red Bag filled with non-perishable food items for The Salvation Army Food Bank.Right now supplies are low, and a community effort will help The Salvation Army bridge the gap for those in need. Volunteers are… Read More
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Council approves 2025 season paid parking

On Monday, November 18, administration brought a Request for Decision before Mayor and Council at the Regular Council Meeting to implement a seasonal paid parking program to designated parking areas in the Drumheller Valley, with some changes to the pilot… Read More
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Home Share Drumheller gains momentum

On January 15, 2024, the Home Share Drumheller project officially launched in the Drumheller region (including Starland County).The project is led by Community Futures Big Country, in partnership with Town of Drumheller, Travel Drumheller, and Drumheller &… Read More
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Mine at Sheerness retooled for emerging ag industry product

What was once considered a major setback for the Town of Hanna, has turned into a new and growing agricultural industry.In 2015 the province began its ambitious phase-out of coal for electricity generation. A couple of years later ATCO indicated it would be… Read More
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Drumheller RCMP Crisis Team fully staffed, operational

After receiving approval to develop a local branch of the Regional Police and Crisis Teams (RPACT) in 2023, Drumheller RCMP has fully staffed the local team as of October 29 of this year.Constable Victor Iliescu was selected as the regular RCMP member to… Read More
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Strathmore man charged in fatal collision

On Jan. 6, 2024, at approximately 11:45 p.m., Drumheller RCMP, Emergency Medical Services and local Fire Departments responded to a 2 vehicle head-on collision on Hwy 9 near Range Road 214, west of Drumheller. Preliminary investigation indicated that a pickup… Read More
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Drumheller population growing

The number of people calling the Town of Drumheller home has grown by 2.67 per cent over a five-year period, and the Town is preparing for expected continued growth.According to the Alberta government website, the population of Drumheller grew from 8,171 in… Read More
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Drumheller RCMP issue winter travel advisory

With snowy conditions, cold, and extreme weather season upon us, Drumheller RCMP remind the public to take proper precautions for winter travel. Motorists should plan, exercise caution, be diligent, and consider the following: Always check and monitor weather… Read More
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Heart to Heart gearing up for walk-a-thon

While it is still a few months away, the Heart to Heart Society is already planning for its next annual Walk-a-thon.The Heart to Heart Society of Drumheller is a registered non profit, made up of a volunteer membership.Its goal is to support the Drumheller… Read More

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Home Share Drumheller gains momentum

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On January 15, 2024, the Home Share Drumheller project officially launched in the Drumheller region (including Starland County).The project is led by Community Futures Big…

Seniors Dinner tradition continues December 12

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A great Drumheller Christmas tradition that bridges the gap between area seniors and the youth of the community is returning.The annual Rotary Seniors Dinner is slated for…

Mine at Sheerness retooled for emerging ag industry product

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What was once considered a major setback for the Town of Hanna, has turned into a new and growing agricultural industry.In 2015 the province began its ambitious phase-out of…

Drumheller RCMP Crisis Team fully staffed, operational

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After receiving approval to develop a local branch of the Regional Police and Crisis Teams (RPACT) in 2023, Drumheller RCMP has fully staffed the local team as of October 29…

Drumheller population growing

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The number of people calling the Town of Drumheller home has grown by 2.67 per cent over a five-year period, and the Town is preparing for expected continued growth.According…

Drumheller RCMP issue winter travel advisory

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With snowy conditions, cold, and extreme weather season upon us, Drumheller RCMP remind the public to take proper precautions for winter travel. Motorists should plan,…

Heart to Heart gearing up for walk-a-thon

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While it is still a few months away, the Heart to Heart Society is already planning for its next annual Walk-a-thon.The Heart to Heart Society of Drumheller is a registered…

Kohut Crossing opens for pedestrian, bike traffic

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A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on September 24 of this year by the Rails to Trails committee to celebrate the opening of a significant portion of the Rails to Trails…

More Local Sports

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…

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…

Obituaries

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…

Condolences to the family of Lorne David Graham

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November 30, 1932 - November 17, 2024 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Lorne Graham.Lorne was born in…

Condolences to the family of Dorothy Janet Barnes

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October 14, 1926 - November 14, 2024 Janet Barnes passed away peacefully on November 14, 2024, in Lethbridge, Alberta. She was 98 years old.Janet was born to Duncan and Ada…

Condolences to the family of Frederick Albert Charles Morgan

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February 3, 1942 - November 11, 2024 It is with heavy heart that we announce the sudden passing of Fred Morgan. Fred was born on February 3, 1942 in Drumheller, AB. Fred was…