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B.C. attractions like the Butchart Gardens (above), along with museums, amusement parks, other visitor landmarks and tour bus companies, can apply for new government grants to help them prepare for the loosening of travel restrictions. (Jennifer Blyth photo)

QUIZ: How much do you know about gardens and gardening?

This is the time of year when many people love to watch their gardens grow

Tomato Herb Bread

A good spice combination. Easy and Tasty. 3 cups all purpose flour…

  • Jun 1, 2023
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South Pigeon Lake Fire helps out local homeschool co-op egg drop competition

Yeoford homeschool coop students drop eggs from firetruck and firehouse

  • Jun 1, 2023
(Photo by Shaela Dansereau)

Did someone say Paris?

It has been a whirlwind spring to say the least! Less than…

  • May 18, 2023
(Photo by Shaela Dansereau)
Photos submitted.

County of Wetaskiwin open house

On May 5, 2023, the County of Wetaskiwin hosted their annual open…

  • May 18, 2023
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Grade 4 students, Arianna Leschert and Keira McComb, present a cheque to Craig Dworschak from the Wetaskiwin Heritage Museum. The Grade 4 fundraiser was a success, raising over $2,500 for the Heritage Museum. Also pictured is Jamel Fares, owner of Lacombe City Cinemas, he generously donated the popcorn for the fundraiser. (Photo by Christina Komives) See story pg. 2.

Clear Vista Grade 4 students raise thousands in fundraiser for Wetaskiwin Heritage Museum

Over $2,500 raised in popcorn and cotton candy sale by local students

  • May 17, 2023
Grade 4 students, Arianna Leschert and Keira McComb, present a cheque to Craig Dworschak from the Wetaskiwin Heritage Museum. The Grade 4 fundraiser was a success, raising over $2,500 for the Heritage Museum. Also pictured is Jamel Fares, owner of Lacombe City Cinemas, he generously donated the popcorn for the fundraiser. (Photo by Christina Komives) See story pg. 2.

Honey Smothered Pork Chops

8 to 10 Pork Chops (fat removed) Dip chops in flour. Use…

  • May 16, 2023
Mother’s Day will be held on Sunday, May 14. How much do you know about the customs of the day? (Pixabay.com)

QUIZ: How much do you know about Mother’s Day?

Sunday, May 14 is a day set aside to honouring mothers

Mother’s Day will be held on Sunday, May 14. How much do you know about the customs of the day? (Pixabay.com)
P. L. and Kristen Meindertsma of Abbotsford have started the Cycle 5 to Survive initiative. They plan to cycle five continents over five years while raising $500,000 each for five charities. (Instagram photo)

Abbotsford couple plan to cycle 5 continents in 5 years to raise $2.5M for 5 charities

P. L. and Kristen Meindertsma start with 4,300 km trip along Continental Divide

P. L. and Kristen Meindertsma of Abbotsford have started the Cycle 5 to Survive initiative. They plan to cycle five continents over five years while raising $500,000 each for five charities. (Instagram photo)
Shamrocks are associated with Ireland, but a four-leaf clover is much more rare. Do you know the odds of finding a four-leaf clover? (Pixabay.com)

QUIZ: How Irish are you?

St. Patrick’s Day, on March 17, is a celebration of Ireland and Irish culture

Shamrocks are associated with Ireland, but a four-leaf clover is much more rare. Do you know the odds of finding a four-leaf clover? (Pixabay.com)
West of the Fifth Winter Poker Run 2023 (Shaela Dansereau/ Pipestone Flyer)

West of the Fifth Winter Poker Run fundraising results finalized

The Pigeon Lake based fundraiser raised over $100,000 for local schools and organizations

West of the Fifth Winter Poker Run 2023 (Shaela Dansereau/ Pipestone Flyer)
These two RCMP officers were among the more than 50 people who dropped into the frigid waters of Sylvan Lake, Feb. 18 for the annual Polar Bear Dip. The event raised funds for multiple charities in the community. (Mark Weber/Black Press News Service)

$18K raised for 19 non-profits during annual Sylvan Lake Winterfest Polar Bear Dip

Fifty-five individuals registered for the Polar Bear Dip and raised $18,365.59 during this year’s Winterfest

These two RCMP officers were among the more than 50 people who dropped into the frigid waters of Sylvan Lake, Feb. 18 for the annual Polar Bear Dip. The event raised funds for multiple charities in the community. (Mark Weber/Black Press News Service)
Donald Forth (Mark Elder/ Jasper’s Studio Wetaskiwin)

Donald Forth to be inducted into Wetaskiwin and County Sports Hall of Fame

“Once a volunteer, always a volunteer” pretty well describes Don Forth’s life.…

  • Mar 6, 2023
Donald Forth (Mark Elder/ Jasper’s Studio Wetaskiwin)
(Shaela Dansereau/ Pipestone Flyer)

PLACE Society, local schools raise over $3,000 during Hockey Hooky for Ben

County of Wetaskiwin youth participated in the Hockey Hooky for Ben fundraiser…

(Shaela Dansereau/ Pipestone Flyer)
West of the Fifth Poker Run 2023 at Pigeon Lake. (Shaela Dansereau/ Pipestone Flyer)

West of the Fifth Poker Run celebrates biggest turnout to date

The 5th annual West of the Fifth Poker Run is still tallying…

West of the Fifth Poker Run 2023 at Pigeon Lake. (Shaela Dansereau/ Pipestone Flyer)
Canadians are making their final Registered Retirement Savings Plan contributions, in advance of the deadline. (Black Press Media file)

QUIZ: How much do you know about money and savings?

In January and February, Canadians make their final savings contributions for the tax year.

Canadians are making their final Registered Retirement Savings Plan contributions, in advance of the deadline. (Black Press Media file)
The week of Feb. 19 to 24 is Freedom to Read Week in Canada. (Black Press file photo)

QUIZ: How much do you know about your freedom to read?

Feb. 19 to 24 is Freedom to Read Week in Canada

The week of Feb. 19 to 24 is Freedom to Read Week in Canada. (Black Press file photo)
West of the Fifth Poker Run 2022 (Facebook/ West of the 5th Winter Poker Run)

West of the 5th Poker Run returns to Pigeon Lake for 5th year

County of Wetaskiwin residents and beyond are prepping their machines for a…

West of the Fifth Poker Run 2022 (Facebook/ West of the 5th Winter Poker Run)
Ribbon cutting and grand unveiling of new name for Civic Centre: Twin Arenas and Drill Hall Tuesday Jan. 17. The city-owned facility is now Co-op Place as part of a 10-year naming sponsorship. (Shaela Dansereau/ Pipestone Flyer)

City of Wetaskiwin reveals new name and partnership for the Civic Centre

The Civic Centre: Twin Arenas and Drill is now Co-op Place after a sponsored rebrand

Ribbon cutting and grand unveiling of new name for Civic Centre: Twin Arenas and Drill Hall Tuesday Jan. 17. The city-owned facility is now Co-op Place as part of a 10-year naming sponsorship. (Shaela Dansereau/ Pipestone Flyer)
SMILES non-profit organization’s SMILES of Joy team: Jeanette Walker, Catherine Chubbs, Curtis Fuss, Rita-anne Fuss, Tracey Leavitt, Whitney Fox and Jill Simms. (Submitted/ Rita-anne Fuss)

Rural non-profit organization celebrates new exhibit at Millet Museum

SMILES Non-profit Society’s ‘Millet’s Mental Health Legacy’ exhibit officially open to the public

SMILES non-profit organization’s SMILES of Joy team: Jeanette Walker, Catherine Chubbs, Curtis Fuss, Rita-anne Fuss, Tracey Leavitt, Whitney Fox and Jill Simms. (Submitted/ Rita-anne Fuss)