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Singing a Cowboy Song recalls foothills history

Posted on 30 June 2021 by Editor

Bessie Vroom Ellis continues the work of preserving the pioneer history of the foothills with her latest book Vrooms of…Continue Reading

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F.P. Walshe nominates Nick Housenga for leadership award

Posted on 30 June 2021 by Editor

Nick Housenga was recognized for the leadership he provided while a student at F.P. Walshe school. F.P. Walshe school nominated Nick for the prestigious Dr. Lloyd Cavers Student Leadership Scholarship. “Nick is an extremely diligent student,” F.P. Walshe school assistant principal Mary Krizan wrote in the nomination. “In spite of his many extracurricular commitments, he…Continue Reading

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Kids First launches new youth support program

Posted on 30 June 2021 by Editor

Fort Macleod Kids First Family Centre and its news youth support worker are planning an exciting summer for young people…Continue Reading

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Livingstone Range offers alternative education

Posted on 30 June 2021 by Editor

Livingstone Range School has a waiting list for its summer school. The school division has also created a summer reading…Continue Reading

Town accepts ‘Walk to Breathe’ challenge

Posted on 23 June 2021 by Editor

The Town of Fort Macleod has responded to a challenge from a neighbour to support the Lung Association of Alberta…Continue Reading

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Schedule set for TV series filming in Fort Macleod

Posted on 23 June 2021 by Editor

Cameras will roll next month in Fort Macleod for the filming of the premier episode of a new HBO series.…Continue Reading

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Buffalo Junction sign preserved

Posted on 23 June 2021 by staff

The Fort Macleod Cultural Heritage Tourism Alliance announced that the Buffalo Junction sign is back up and better than ever. On June 8 the revitalized sign reclaimed its iconic spot just outside of Fort Macleod, thanks to the contribution of McNally Contractors. The Buffalo Junction sign has been an important landmark for Fort Macleod for…Continue Reading

Granum plans Canada Day celebration

Posted on 23 June 2021 by Editor

As the COVID-19 pandemic public health restrictions are gradually lifted, Granum plans to celebrate.The Granum and District Canada Day Society…Continue Reading

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Walshe Class of 2021 praised for resiliency

Posted on 16 June 2021 by Editor

A resilient group of 38 students filled with strong resolve walked the red carpet Saturday evening at F.P. Walshe school to receive their diplomas. The Class of 2021 dealt with numerous challenges thrown at them by the COVID-19 pandemic, including the loss of sports and other extracurricular activities and transitioning from in-class learning to home,…Continue Reading