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Police investigate the scene where two officers were shot and killed on duty in Edmonton on Thursday, March 16, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson

HACKETT: Officers lost too soon

As I sat down to write this column, the original headline I…

  • Mar 22, 2023

 

Give three different ways in 2023 and know you're actively participating in saving lives.

Help Make All the Difference — give 3 in 2023!

Transplants and blood donations helped Erica bounce back from a devastating diagnosis

  • Jan 9, 2023

 

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Maintain a safe following distance (The 3 second rule)

No one likes to be tailgated, yet millions of people do it…

  • Jan 3, 2023

 

Donnie Lewis. (Photo submitted)

OUR COMMUNITY: Ponoka volunteer Donnie Lewis remembered

At age 68, Donnie Lewis has passed away. His sudden and unexpected…

  • Dec 21, 2022
Donnie Lewis. (Photo submitted)
Through its Heart and Soul of the Community initiative, Black Press Media showcases the vital work of non-profit organizations here at home and throughout Western Canada.

Black Press Media gives back to the Heart and Soul of the Community

Year-long program supports vital non-profits hard at work in your neighbourhood

Through its Heart and Soul of the Community initiative, Black Press Media showcases the vital work of non-profit organizations here at home and throughout Western Canada.
Pictured here are Kate Huseby, Gunnar Muncaster and Shelby Muncaster from the Chamberlain’s Children, rehearsing a scene from the upcoming performance of The Merry Wives of Windsor. Photo submitted

Lacombe’s Chamberlain’s Children set to stage The Merry Wives of Windsor

Local youth theatre group puts fresh twists on Shakespearean classics

Pictured here are Kate Huseby, Gunnar Muncaster and Shelby Muncaster from the Chamberlain’s Children, rehearsing a scene from the upcoming performance of The Merry Wives of Windsor. Photo submitted
Tamara Noordhof is the co-founder of the Lacombe-based Broom Tree Foundation. Photo submitted

Lacombe’s Broom Tree Foundation continues to expand its reach across the region

Foundation helps women build better, safer, and stronger lives

Tamara Noordhof is the co-founder of the Lacombe-based Broom Tree Foundation. Photo submitted
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Ponoka Piston Poppers help neighbours

The Ponoka Piston Poppers car club were at it again, lending a…

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Lindsay McBride watching as Michelle Van Nieuwkerk tosses. Photo by Christina Komives.

Old MacDonald Kennels raises almost $2,000 at recent event

Almost $2,000 was raised for Old MacDonald Kennels & Animal Services on…

Lindsay McBride watching as Michelle Van Nieuwkerk tosses. Photo by Christina Komives.
1D champion. (Photo by Sean Mascaluk/Pro Sports Photography)

ABRA Finals sees good turnout

The Alberta Barrel Racing Association (ABRA) Finals were held Aug. 23rd to…

1D champion. (Photo by Sean Mascaluk/Pro Sports Photography)
It’s important to be open and honest with new college students about the dangers of drugs and alcohol.

Talking to college students about drugs

By Nickolaus Hayes College students in Alberta are well on their journey…

  • Aug 11, 2022
It’s important to be open and honest with new college students about the dangers of drugs and alcohol.
Kevin J. Sabo

Taking another step in life’s journey

One never knows the twists or turns life is going to take.…

Kevin J. Sabo
Samson Native Gallery, Edmonton location. (Facebook photos)

Samson Native Gallery extends lease at second location due to success

Demand for real-Indigenous-made items has increased in Alberta

Samson Native Gallery, Edmonton location. (Facebook photos)
Lanterns are carried toward the lagoon at Maffeo Sutton Park during the Lanterns for Peace ceremony in 2019. (News Bulletin file photo)

Community invited to Lanterns for Peace ceremony in Nanaimo

Event takes place at nighttime on Friday, Aug. 6

Lanterns are carried toward the lagoon at Maffeo Sutton Park during the Lanterns for Peace ceremony in 2019. (News Bulletin file photo)
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STAR Catholic School Division declines running pilot on K-6 draft curriculum

The Catholic school board conducted an in-depth analysis of the Education Alberta’s draft curriculum

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Katie Hodges, left, and Aubree Reynolds hold up one of the pictures they made and delivered during Christmas time. (Emily Jaycox/Ponoka News)

Ponoka News carriers deliver more than the paper

Katie Hodges and Aubree Reynolds have become well-known on their route

Katie Hodges, left, and Aubree Reynolds hold up one of the pictures they made and delivered during Christmas time. (Emily Jaycox/Ponoka News)
CACAC strives to create a healthy and happy future for the children of Central Alberta and the greater community.

1,100 reasons to support Central Alberta children this Christmas

Annual lottery fundraiser will fund Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre’s vital work

  • Dec 7, 2020
CACAC strives to create a healthy and happy future for the children of Central Alberta and the greater community.
Bob Hepp remembered with culinary scholarship

Bob Hepp remembered with culinary scholarship

Supper held in his honour at the Ponoka Legion Oct. 2

Bob Hepp remembered with culinary scholarship
Sewing for safety during COVID-19

Sewing for safety during COVID-19

A Wetaskiwin local is sewing face masks for the vulnerable and front line workers.

Sewing for safety during COVID-19
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