Tag: Community

  • Extend Castle Consultation Process by Six Months: Stier

      FORT MACLEOD, AB: (Friday), Wildrose Municipal Affairs Shadow Minister Pat Stier called on the NDP government to extend the consultation period on the creation of a new provincial park in the Castle region by six months. The NDP provided a 30-day window for public consultation after it made the decision to re-designate the area.…

  • Volunteers Needed to Help Build Hamptons Playground

    Volunteers Needed to Help Build Hamptons Playground

      HIGH RIVER, AB: On October 9 and 10 the Town of High River will be assisting with the installation of the new playground in the Hamptons and would like to invite all High River residents to volunteer their time to support the project. Approximately 40 volunteers are needed and can choose between a 4…

  • Human Services Announcement means New Support for Women’s Shelters

    Human Services Announcement means New Support for Women’s Shelters

    ALBERTA – Wednesday the Government of Alberta announced additional funds for women’s shelters. Included in this historic funding increase are targeted dollars for second-stage shelters, operational increases for emergency shelters, child trauma counselors, specialized housing & support services staff working in shelter and an increase in the fee-for-service agreements with on-reserve shelters. It’s worth highlighting that…

  • 1st Diamond Valley Girl Guides: Making a Difference

    1st Diamond Valley Girl Guides: Making a Difference

      At Girl Guides we make a positive difference in the life of every girl and woman who experiences Guiding. We help girls: Make new friends Make a difference in the world Learn new & fun things Develop their own identity Discover their skills and talents Gain confidence and experience Girl Guide units participate in…

  • Millarville Programs

    Millarville Programs

      YOGA Kids Yoga Ages 7-11 Mondays from 3:00 to 4:00 at Ranchers Hall September 14 to October 25 No class Thanksgiving Monday $75 for 6 week session Please bring a water bottle and a yoga mat! Teens Yoga Ages 12-18 Mondays from 6:00 to 7:00 at Ranchers Hall September 14 to October 25 No…

  • High River Looking for Public Feedback on new Recreation, Facility and Programming Plan

    High River Looking for Public Feedback on new Recreation, Facility and Programming Plan

      HIGH RIVER, AB: On September 14, Council was presented with an initial proposal to develop a comprehensive Master Recreation, Facility and Programming Plan for High River with 10 and 20 year goals. Extensive feedback will be collected from the public, Town staff and other major stakeholders in order to identify needs and priorities related…

  • Alberta Culture Days Offers Free Admission to Many Historical Sites

    Enjoy free admission at Alberta’s provincial historic sites and museums during Alberta Culture Days Alberta families will be able to visit many of Alberta’s historic sites and museums for free as the province celebrates Alberta Culture Days, September 25-27. As part of the celebrations, 14 of the historic sites and museums will be offering family-friendly…

  • Province Boosts Support for Families and Communities

    Funding for Family and Community Support Services programs that help strengthen communities will increase by $10 million.  “Our government committed to increasing FCSS program funding to meet the changing and expanding needs of children, families and seniors across the province. Albertans rely on these programs to support their well-being and strengthen our communities. ” Irfan…

  • High River Utility Bills Being Recalculated

    High River Utility Bills Being Recalculated

    July/August Utility bills to be cancelled and recalculated High River, AB: Due to a computer system error on the most recent cycle of utility billing, the Town will be cancelling the July/August utility bills in order to correct and redistribute them to residents. A calculation error has been discovered in relation to the transition to…

  • Two New High Schools in the Plan for Okotoks and Area

    Two New High Schools in the Plan for Okotoks and Area

    Foothills School board moves to establish collaborative relationship with Town of Okotoks The Foothills School Division (FSD) Board of Trustees, in a decision at its meeting on September 16, 2015, has moved towards a positive, collaborative working relationship with the Town of Okotoks. The board’s decision to accept the Town’s offer of a school site…

  • Would you ‘Dare to Dream’ like these kids?

    Would you ‘Dare to Dream’ like these kids?

    by Turner Valley Parent and Teacher Association Turner Valley students are looking to make a difference in this world. They have dared to dream for something big….will you help them reach their goal? They need to find 80,000 people that want to make a difference! Will you be one of them?  Legacy Park is about…

  • Bob Lochhead Lions Memorial Park Dedication

    Bob Lochhead Lions Memorial Park Dedication

    By Pam Jones, Editor. Last Sunday I had the honour of attending the dedication ceremony for the Bob Lochhead Lions Memorial Park on 5th Street South West in Black Diamond. This campground and park has long been known as the Centennial Park but in memory and honour of Bob Lochhead the town agreed to allow…

  • “Meet New Friends or Join an Interest Group” Meeting ~ Sheep River Library

    “Meet New Friends or Join an Interest Group” Meeting ~ Sheep River Library

    Newcomers to Black Diamond and Turner Valley can have an easy introduction to local groups and community activities thanks to an event being hosted at the Sheep River Library on Friday, Sept. 25th at 7:00 pm.  This is the third meeting of its kind this year, explains SRL Board Chairperson Diane Osberg, and is open…

  • Diamond Valley Parade of Garage Sales – 2015 Season Final

    Diamond Valley Parade of Garage Sales – 2015 Season Final

    The final Parade of Garage Sales in the Diamond Valley area for 2015 will be held the weekend of September 26th and 27th. We have hosted several Parade of Garage Sales this year throughout the summer by popular demand. We are now hosting the last weekend of sales for this year and hope you will…

  • Alberta Government Helping Reduce Violence in Homes and Communities

      Albertans affected by violence, abuse and bullying will be helped through government supports to community-led initiatives. Provincial Family and Community Safety Program grants will fund 76 local projects to prevent family and sexual violence, child sexual abuse. They will also provide supports for parents, early childhood development, and promoting healthy relationships. “Our province is…