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Wildfire Hazard – Extreme

Wildfire Hazard – Extreme

There is a wildfire burning approximately 53 km northwest of Fox Creek. It is about 75 hectares in size and creating smoky conditions for the surrounding area. While it is classified as out of control, there is no immediate threat Read the rest

May 23, 2013 | 0 Comments More
Explore the World of International Investments

Explore the World of International Investments

You’re probably accustomed to measuring the progress of your investments, and the overall condition of the investment world, by checking on indexes such as the TSX, the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500.

And since these types of … Read the rest

May 22, 2013 | 0 Comments More
MacKenzie Doll

Seeking Travel Scholarship

 

Hey Brandi,

I am entering in a contest for a scholarship and I would like the communities support. How it works is I need at least 25 people to support my entry.

After you click on the link, you … Read the rest

May 21, 2013 | 0 Comments More
Wildfire Hazard – Extreme With Gusting Winds

Wildfire Hazard – Extreme With Gusting Winds

CAUTION – We are expecting 40 km/h SE winds gusting to 70 km/h today.

Make sure your campfire is completely extinguished before leaving your site. Check all fall and winter burn sites to make sure they also extinguished.

Under these Read the rest

May 21, 2013 | 0 Comments More
Wildfire Hazard – Very High

Wildfire Hazard – Very High

Update Monday, May 20:

CAUTION - We are expecting high gusting winds tomorrow. Make sure your campfire is completely extinguished before leaving your site. Check all fall and winter burn sites to make sure they also extinguished.

There is currently … Read the rest

May 18, 2013 | 0 Comments More
Celebration of Life – Robert (Bob) Marple

Celebration of Life – Robert (Bob) Marple

MARPLE, Robert (Bob) Allen Cook

March 20, 1939 – May 17, 2013

It is with great sadness the family of Bob Marple of Spruce Grove; formerly of Fox Creek, announces his passing on Friday, May 17, 2013 in Stony Plain, … Read the rest

May 18, 2013 | 9 Comments More
Wildfire Hazard, Very High

Wildfire Hazard, Very High

The wildfire hazard for the area is currently VERY HIGH.

A Fire Advisory is still in effect for the Whitecourt Wildfire Management Area.

Existing permits have been suspended and no new permits will be issued until conditions allow. Safe campfires Read the rest

May 17, 2013 | 0 Comments More
Long Weekend Enforcement Already Under Way

Long Weekend Enforcement Already Under Way

Officers from the Integrated Traffic Units (ITU) throughout the Province of Alberta have already been hard at work, trying to keep the highways safe this holiday long weekend.

Yesterday, Thursday May 16th, 2013,  officers from the four QEII Integrated Traffic … Read the rest

May 17, 2013 | 0 Comments More
Fatality Collision – Hwy 43 by Onoway

Fatality Collision – Hwy 43 by Onoway

Update #2 – The early stage of the investigation reveals that an east bound garbage truck was crossing Highway 43 at the entrance to the town of Onoway.

A northbound vehicle struck the garbage truck damaging both vehicles.  As a … Read the rest

May 17, 2013 | 0 Comments More
Elemental balancE – Health, Healing and Harmony

Elemental balancE – Health, Healing and Harmony

Welcome to the Health, Healing and Harmony in FOCUS column for your body, mind and soul, a combined effort from Elemental balancE, Healer/Owner Leanne Armson and work experience student, Breanna Cook.

The ladies will provide helpful information, answer … Read the rest

May 14, 2013 | 0 Comments More
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