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Fort Macleod Santa Claus Parade has new co-ordinator

Posted on 22 August 2025 by Editor

Christmas came early for Maria Sullivan when she was hired as the new Fort Macleod Santa Claus Parade co-ordinator. Sullivan brings extensive training and experience in event planning to the role she takes over from Ashley Nelson. “This role just jumped off the paper when I saw the posting for the co-ordinator position,” Sullivan said…Continue Reading

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Province considers boat fee in invasive species battle

Posted on 22 August 2025 by George Lee

Boaters and other watercraft enthusiasts in Alberta could soon be opening their wallets for annual passes to help stop invasive…Continue Reading

Fort Macleod emergency department closes during power shutdown

Posted on 15 August 2025 by staff

Due to a planned emergency power shutdown the Fort Macleod Health Centre emergency department (ED) will temporarily close from 8…Continue Reading

Midnight Days Pro Rodeo – photos

Posted on 15 August 2025 by staff

Fort Macleod hosted the annual Midnight Days Pro Rodeo this summer.

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U.S. college hockey next step for Liam Beer

Posted on 15 August 2025 by Editor

A Fort Macleod defenceman will continue his hockey career this season with a U.S. university. Liam Beer, 18, will patrol…Continue Reading

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Enjoy Open Farm Days at Windy Rafters Barn

Posted on 15 August 2025 by Editor

Historic Windy Rafters Barn is opening its doors once again to visitors for Open Farm Days. Homesteaded in 1905 and…Continue Reading

Social media goes mainstream — warts and all

Posted on 15 August 2025 by George Lee

Pervasive, powerful, uplifting yet undermining, the various platforms have become effective tools for politicians, despite the noise and abuse. Part…Continue Reading

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Bucking horse Midnight joins Alberta Sports Hall of Fame

Posted on 15 August 2025 by Editor

A legendary bucking bronc from Fort Macleod is one of the newest members of the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame. The Alberta Sports Hall of Fame announced last month that Midnight will be inducted during a ceremony Sept. 27. The ceremony will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Alberta Sports Hall of…Continue Reading

F.P. Walshe – Class of 2025

Posted on 07 August 2025 by Editor

F.P. Walshe school celebrated the Class of 2025 during the annual cap and gown ceremony in June.