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Foothills Lions Help Turner Valley School
Before Christmas two students from Turner Valley School made a presentation to the Foothills Lions Club asking for support for the new playground they are hoping to build. Raya Mowatt and Maya Perez Robinson made the presentation and were thrilled to receive a cheque from the Lions Club in the amount of $1,000.
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Okotoks Town Council Approves 2016 Budget
December 15, 2015 Town Council has approved the $52.7 million 2016 Operating Budget, The 2016 budget will include a 1.6% municipal tax increase, meaning the owner of a typical home will pay approximately $35 per year ($2.92 per month) more in municipal taxes in the coming year. The Town experienced 3% new assessment growth. The additional revenue…
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Healthy Development Group Holding First Meeting for 2016
The first “Healthy Development” meeting of the new year is this Tuesday, January 5, 7:00pm at the Griffiths Centre. The main focus of the meeting will be to update folks on how things are unfolding with regards to the development of a local energy retailer, Sheep River Energy. In addition, there may be updates…
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Okotoks FCSS Community Grant Applications
2016 grant applications are available for non-profit organizations and social service groups that are involved in the delivery of preventive social services to Okotoks residents. Programs must provide preventative social services that meet provincial funding criteria. 2016 also has an Innovation Fund, which is for pilot projects that are innovative or add a new/enhanced element to an…
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Martial Arts Students Recognized
Rising Phoenix Martial Arts recognizes 2015 Outstanding Students Student of the Year Youth Classes Ninja Kids – Congratulations Ethan who was Student of the Year in Ninja Kids. Ethan has exceptional attendance, scores very high on exams, loves training, always demonstrates respect and kindness in class, and has never had a negative behavior strike while…
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Community Futures Board Member Needed from Black Diamond
The Town of Black Diamond is in search of a new local representative to join the Community Futures Highwood Board. Do you live in Black Diamond and/or own a business in Black Diamond? Do you have knowledge of small business operations? Do you want to make a difference in your local community? Community Futures Highwood…
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More articles from other sections
Don’t forget, the Gateway Gazette is part of a larger, publication network called Panoptic News. Be sure to check out other articles posted in the other sections too! While some of these sections may seem more logical at specific times of year, they are available year round for those who have a desire to access…
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Test of Permanent Sirens and High River Alert Scheduled for Jan. 6, 2016
HIGH RIVER, AB: The Town will be performing a test of its emergency notification systems at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, January 6. This test is part of the Town’s ongoing emergency preparedness plan and will include a test of the regional alert system and the permanent outdoor sirens. All residents are encouraged to sign up…
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Wilrich Park Grand Re-Opening – Black Diamond
Known to many as the Lego Park behind Fas Gas, Wilrich Park is now open with all new equipment and ready for the kids during their Christmas break from school.. Here as some local kids enjoying the ribbon cutting with Mayor Sharlene Brown, the hot chocolate and of course the chocolate chip cookies, provided by…
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Development Workshop Provides Opportunity for Positive Collaboration
High River, AB: Local stakeholders in the private development sector provided their feedback on the Town’s development review and approval processes at a recent workshop hosted by the Planning and Development Services department. “Town Council and staff are committed to fostering a ‘people-first’ community that is investment-ready for development and will serve the public…
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More articles from other sections
Don’t forget, the Gateway Gazette is part of a larger, publication network called Panoptic News. Be sure to check out other articles posted in the other sections too! While some of these sections may seem more logical at specific times of year, they are available year round for those who have a desire to access…
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Santa’s Visit Brings Smiles to Sick Kids
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Jessica’s Closet is Open in Turner Valley
Jessica McNutt recently completed the H.I.R.E. (Having Inclusive Rewarding Employment) program offered through Foothills SNAPS and is now the proud owner of Jessica’s Closet, a retail thrift store in Turner Valley. Celebrating with Jessica at her grand opening on December 5, 2015 are Ricki Hillier, Community Awareness Coordinator and Alise Kuipers, Project Coordinator for…
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Children’s Hospitals Benefit from Hockey Fans’ Charity
Teddy bears and toques rained down on centre ice over the weekend in Calgary, Edmonton and Lethbridge during the 2015 Teddy Bear and Toque toss supporting sick kids at local children’s hospitals. Calgary smashed the record this year when 28,815 teddy bears were tossed to the rink after the Hitmen’s first goal, breaking the…
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