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Dallas Walker of Fort Macleod heading to world lifesaving sport competition

Posted on 13 July 2016 by Editor

Dallas Walker set out last month at the lifesaving sport nationals to earn a spot on Team Canada. Although the…Continue Reading

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Albertans urged to protect themselves from West Nile virus

Posted on 13 July 2016 by staff

Alberta Health Services is reminding Albertans to protect themselves against West Nile virus infection. “With exposure to mosquitoes comes risk…Continue Reading

Cameo: Of posters and papers

Posted on 06 July 2016 by Contributor

JOYCE SASSE – GAZETTE CONTRIBUTOR In 1940 the Macleod Stampede and Races lasted for two big days, July 1-2. Annora…Continue Reading

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F.P. Walshe school Class of 2016 praised for resilience, strength

Posted on 06 July 2016 by Editor

F.P. Walshe school celebrated the Class of 2016 last week at the annual cap and gown ceremony. Forty-six graduating Grade 12 students crossed the stage at the Fort Macleod and District Sports Centre. The arena was filled with family and friends who turned out to help the graduating students celebrate a milestone in their lives.…Continue Reading

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Valedictorian Justin Delver urges Class of 2016 to follow their dreams

Posted on 06 July 2016 by Editor

Valedictorian Justin Delver sent the Class of 2016 at F.P. Walshe school into the world with a few words of…Continue Reading

Fort Macleod council approves agreements with Fort Museum, Empress Theatre

Posted on 06 July 2016 by Editor

Two organizations will receive steady funding from the Town of Fort Macleod for three years to provide for long-term planning.…Continue Reading

Town of Fort Macleod sets new fees for facility rentals

Posted on 06 July 2016 by Editor

The Town of Fort Macleod will increase its facility rental fees next year. Town council approved a new fee schedule…Continue Reading

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First Nations students receive eagle feather blessing

Posted on 29 June 2016 by Editor

On the day when Canada was celebrating First Nations culture, a special Blackfoot ceremony was held in Fort Macleod to…Continue Reading

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W.A. Day school students celebrate retiring teacher

Posted on 29 June 2016 by Editor

W.A. Day school paid tribute last week to its longest-serving staff member. The school held a celebration at the community hall June 21 to give Lori Filatoff a big send-off into retirement. Filatoff, who has taught Kindergarten to Grade 3 in Fort Macleod for 35 years, was escorted into the Fort Macleod and District Community…Continue Reading