Main Street project finally gets green light

Shovels will be hitting the ground in early May for Phase 1 of Innisfail’s Main Street reconstruction, but shop owners are worried about the effects the construction will have on their business.

Penhold multiplex facilitiy rates are increasing

Town council is set to increase user rates at the Penhold Regional Multiplex as a way to recover the high cost of...


Liberals apology to Penhold over 'Donationgate' gaffe

The “Donationgate” controversy wrongly triggered against the Town of Penhold by the province’s official Opposition party has...


Cyberbulling incident raises a fresh alarm

RCMP say a recent incident of cyberbullying in Innisfail where local teens posted a rap threat-fuelled video on YouTube...


Penhold approves new Hawkridge subdivision

Penhold town council has given the official green light for the proposed 43-lot residential subdivision in Hawkridge Estates.


Provincial education budget will impact property tax

Property tax bills are likely to be higher this year due to a bump in the education property tax outlined in the provincial...


Innisfail town council briefs

Land rezoned


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Police briefs

Choking domestic assault


Olympic dressage contender has local roots

A former resident is aiming to wear Canada’s colours at the upcoming Summer Olympics in dressage.


Kindergarten registration introduces school experience

Kindergarten registration night at École John Wilson Elementary School was more than just signing up future students.


Bogus alarms costing time

The number of bogus alarms going off in town is up 40 per cent, prompting RCMP to call on council to help rectify the...


Meat shop not reopening

The Mad Butcher, meat processing and butcher shop, won’t reopen as previously planned, confirmed owner Ron Burndred Friday.


Utility rates going up for Penhold residents

Penhold’s mayor said increasing utility rates are to help the town keep breaking even when it comes to service costs.


Garage and driveway bylaws pass first reading

A pair of bylaws pertaining to driveways and garages underwent first reading at the Penhold council meeting on Jan. 23.


Lodge closed for public bookings during renovations

The Loyal Orange Lodge hall will be closed for public bookings for a little while longer while members of the organization...