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Flames executive caps of Oilfields speaker series

Flames executive caps of Oilfields speaker series

A Stanley Cup winning NHL executive knows all about the challenges life can throw at someone. Those challenges go beyond missing the playoffs, it’s about helping young men and women.
Bluegrass brunch brightens morning

Bluegrass brunch brightens morning

Baby boomers can still rock, sing and have a good time — they just can’t do it much past 8 p.m.
No more electric bills for couple

No more electric bills for couple

A Longview couple hasn’t had to pay a single gas or electricity bill since they built their home over a year ago, and likely never will.
John Street Park to soon get a face-lift

John Street Park to soon get a face-lift

What was once a sleepy playground in Turner Valley’s southwest is turning into a hub of activity - and it will soon get busier.
Town says farewell to community icon

Town says farewell to community icon

Every time Anna Craciun looks at the crooked finger on her right hand she thinks of her big brother Willi with fondness.
Visitor centre seeking new status

Visitor centre seeking new status

Library staff in Turner Valley has high hopes its initiative to showcasing the region’s attractions to tourists gets provincial status this season.
Hospital using virtual mobile consultation

Hospital using virtual mobile consultation

Patients recovering from orthopedic surgery at Oilfields General Hospital no longer have to endure trips to Calgary for follow-up appointments.
Funding approved for amalgamation study

Funding approved for amalgamation study

Two communities separated by a mere three kilometres are moving forward to the possibility of joining their populations into one.
Program to build community ties

Program to build community ties

A worldwide initiative aimed at strengthening communities by connecting neighbours is being planned in Black Diamond and Turner Valley this summer.
Residents reminisce as buildings torn down

Residents reminisce as buildings torn down

Dozens of people gathered in Turner Valley to reminisce as they watched two pieces of the town’s history crumble to the ground last week. Cameras flashed and video cameras rolled as crews set to work on March 9 demolishing the old L.A.B.
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