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Construction delays hinder school’s transition

After a five-week delay in procedure and construction there is a firm possibility Ponoka Composite High School (PCHS) won’t be ready
Rural school acquires cutting-edge technology

Rural school acquires cutting-edge technology

Mecca Glen School is going to be among the leading ranks of Alberta’s schools, blending academic environment and technology
Business change reduces town commodities

Business change reduces town commodities

A new store is coming to Ponoka although it may not be in the form most people would think.

Operations director Mike Lewis resigns position

Less than one year after being hired, Mike Lewis, Ponoka’s director of operations and property services, has handed in his resignation.

Teen driver caught speeding almost twice highway limit

The Ponoka Integrated Traffic Unit conducted a speed and aggressive driving operation June 12 and issued 65 tickets.

Ponoka Masons seek tax break from town

Councillors were asked to reduce the tax roll from the Masons’ Britannia Lodge for their property on 5115 60 Avenue.

Boardwalk protects wetlands

JJ Collett Natural Area recently finished a new boardwalk, giving access to a section of the trails that, due to flooded lowlands,
Town staff explain plans to improve downtown atmosphere

Town staff explain plans to improve downtown atmosphere

After controversy was sparked by the Town of Ponoka using a Lacombe company to install trees along 50 Street, town staff stepped forward

Communication request confuses town council

A request to support communication with the town and Canada Post over changes to the Ponoka post office

Michener Centre plea receives no support from Ponoka town council

As Michener Centre’s closing dates comes closer, the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) opposes the decision.