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Students thank Canadian peacekeeper

Students thank Canadian peacekeeper

A group of Millarville students hope to bring a smile to a Canadian peacekeeper serving overseas. A family friend of MD Coun. Jason Parker is currently on a secure mission with the Canadian peace corps.
Leaders of all ages inspire community

Leaders of all ages inspire community

There was no shortage of inspiration as Okotokians were recognized for their commitment to volunteerism and leadership last week. The annual Leadership Awards Presentation ceremony was held April 12 at D’Arcy Ranch Golf Club, where Dr.
Town purchases downtown lot for $685,000

Town purchases downtown lot for $685,000

The Town of Okotoks has purchased a downtown lot for $685,000 officials believe could have value for the future. The lot at 8 McRae Street is adjacent to the town-owned Stockton Block and public parking lot.
Faster connections could be coming to town

Faster connections could be coming to town

There may be faster Internet connections in Okotoks’ future. Couns. Matt Rockley and Tanya Thorn are proposing a new bylaw to make fibre optic installation a requirement in all new developments.
Opening doors for youth

Opening doors for youth

He’s going from the hockey rink to a sailboat. The first time Kayden Milford set out onto the water he was in love. As a member of the Okotoks Sea Cadets, the fifteen-year-old got the chance to learn to sail after joining the corps.
Playtime for dads, children at the library

Playtime for dads, children at the library

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Tree care important for spring

Tree care important for spring

Now that spring has sprung it is important to know how to care for your trees, which, like all plants, require care to grow to become big and sturdy.
Suspect gets cold feet after fleeing stolen truck on foot

Suspect gets cold feet after fleeing stolen truck on foot

A game of cat-and-mouse along the banks of the sheep River ended in one arrest and the recovery of a stolen truck Thursday afternoon. According to Cpl.
Treating ADHD not a one-size-fits-all task

Treating ADHD not a one-size-fits-all task

People often make assumptions about those with attention deficit hyperactive disorder, but they’re wrong, according to an expert on the ADHD. Dan Duncan, a life coach from a B.C.
Donation kickstarts Sheep Rivers Health Trust Campaign

Donation kickstarts Sheep Rivers Health Trust Campaign

The Sheep River Health Trust kicked off a fundraising campaign supporting health and wellness projects in the Foothills area.
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