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Ponoka Splash Park closes for the season

Ponoka Splash Park closes for the season

Town crews will complete seasonal maintenance ahead of winter
PHOTOS: Ponoka students return for a new school year

PHOTOS: Ponoka students return for a new school year

Many local students returned to class Sept. 5
QUIZ: In celebration of workers

QUIZ: In celebration of workers

Labour Day, on the first Monday of September, is a time to honour the achievements of workers
PHOTO: A very special birthday celebration

PHOTO: A very special birthday celebration

What’s better for a piano student celebrating their 10th birthday than a shared birthday party with one of her favourite people, her piano teacher? Verna Raycraft celebrated her 93rd birthday and Katie Hodges celebrated her 10th, together on Aug. 16 (Raycraft’s birthday was on Aug. 29 and Hodges’ was on Aug. 26). Raycraft has taught over 350 students in Ponoka and multiple generations including Hodge’s older brother, mom, aunts, and uncles. (Photos submitted)
QUIZ: Preparing for an Ironman

QUIZ: Preparing for an Ironman

The gruelling event involves swimming, cycling and running
QUIZ: Are you ready for the fruit harvest?

QUIZ: Are you ready for the fruit harvest?

Agricultural workers are harvesting various fruit crops
PHOTOS: Miracle Treat Day in Ponoka

PHOTOS: Miracle Treat Day in Ponoka

Fundraising day held Aug. 10
More volunteers needed for Ponoka Downhill Derby

More volunteers needed for Ponoka Downhill Derby

Derby to take place Sept. 9 if positions filled
QUIZ: A tribute to first responders

QUIZ: A tribute to first responders

When things go wrong, police, firefighters, paramedics, doctors and nurses are ready to help
157-year-old walking spinning wheel returns to Ponoka

157-year-old walking spinning wheel returns to Ponoka

A piece of local homesteading history donated to Fort Ostell Museum