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People really do love to call Strathcona County home. That’s according to the municipality’s latest annual satisfaction survey where 95 per cent of respondents ranked the county as a good or very good place to live, which was a two per cent increase over the year prior. “It’s tremendous. But I’m not going to take […]
2024-05-16 10:06
It’s the biggest provincial funding injection in CASA’s history. On Friday, May 10, the Government of Alberta announced $148 million to support the expansion of child and youth mental health services provided by CASA Mental Health. “In order to build a stronger future for our province, we need to help young people who are struggling […]
2024-05-16 09:59
Re: “Bill 20 poses shake up of municipal politics” In The News’ May 2 edition I was flabbergasted, to say the least, when I read in the May 2 issue of The Sherwood Park – Strathcona County News that Mayor Frank remarked that, under Bill 20, the provincial government “… can make a decision behind closed doors”. […]
2024-05-16 09:57
Don’t be surprised Further to the Letters to the Editor regarding the “Council approves rezoning for Crusaders Arena” in the April 11 edition of the Sherwood Park News: More nefarious behaviour, once again, by Strathona County Council. Guess we shouldn’t be surprised. On the one hand, council have once more completely ignored their Agricultural Master Plan regulations […]
2024-05-16 09:56
It’s living up to its promise of doing food differently. That same saying spans overhead as customers check in their purchases at the flagship store for L’OCA Quality Market. Located at 340 Baseline Road in Sherwood Park, the one-stop-shop for everything food related officially opened to the public on Friday, May 10. “The buzz couldn’t be any […]
2024-05-16 09:50
Sherwood Park-Fort Saskatchewan MP Garnett Genius has tabled a private member’s bill that proposes fast-tracking Canadian energy and mining projects to allow for more export to Ukraine and other allies, while displacing the exports of countries considered ‘hostile’, such as Russia. Completing its first reading in the House of Commons on May 4, the two-fold bill known […]
2024-05-16 09:21
A joint venture between Strathcona County and the City of Fort Saskatchewan is expanding access for all. On the morning of Friday, May 10, mayors Rod Frank of Strathcona County and Gale Katchur of Fort Saskatchewan gathered at the Dow Centennial Centre Transit Station in Fort Saskatchewan to announce the long-awaited collaboration that will allow […]
2024-05-16 09:07
It’s an autoimmune disorder that can cause symptoms such as diarrhea, bleeding, abdominal pain and anemia among others and 300,000 Canadians are currently living with it. Inflammatory Bowel Disease, which includes Crohn’s and Ulcerative Colitis, can have life altering impacts on those with the condition leaving them unable to maintain day-to-day activities such as […]
2024-05-16 08:50
Mesmerizing moments are about to return to the band shell at the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village (UCHV). Nearly 300 Ukrainian dancers from 11 dance groups are about to descend on the UCHV as part of the Celebration of Dance on Monday, May 20 — Victoria Day. “It’s become a real ritual for young dancers from […]
2024-05-16 06:00
Canadian Utilities Ltd., a subsidiary of Calgary-based holding company ATCO Ltd., plans to build a new, $2-billion natural gas pipeline in Alberta that will supply a massive net-zero petrochemical project being built in Alberta’s Industrial Heartland. The project will be the largest-ever energy infrastructure project by an ATCO Energy Systems company, said chief operating officer […]
2024-05-16 05:55
Strathcona County BGC has a lot to celebrate lately. As it plans to bring its new Youth Hub into reality, the organization is also celebrating 20 years under the leadership of executive director, Ty Roed. Having held almost every position within the organization, Roed began working for BCG while attending university. In Roed’s early days with […]
2024-05-16 05:52
When Sherwood Park resident, Barrie Stafford, was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma in 2011, he kept his diagnosis private, telling only those closest to him. Now, 13 years later, the former Edmonton Oilers athletic trainer and director of alumni relations, along with his co-chair and fellow Multiple Myeloma fighter, Brian Anstice, have raised $2 million in […]
2024-05-16 05:40
Tammy Weis comes by her love of music honestly. Named after country music legend Tammy Wynette, she was born into a long line of musicians and first appeared on stage at just three-years-old. But while her roots lie in country, Weis has made a name for herself as a jazz singer and on Wednesday, June […]
2024-05-16 05:39
Alberta municipal associations’ frustrations deepened last Thursday after the provincial government introduced a bill expanding its powers during emergencies, with those groups accusing Alberta of consolidating a “command-and-control big government.” Bill 21, which will allow the province to assume authority over local emergency response during wildfire, flood and drought, is one of three recent bills […]
2024-05-16 05:35
Over the past few years, various levels of government have raised the flag on the state of infrastructure. The Canadian Federation of Municipalities in conjunction with the Rural Municipalities of Alberta and Alberta Municipalities have been actively promoting asset management as a tool to ensure all municipalities are paying attention to the state of their […]
2024-05-16 05:28
Health care is one of the most crucial systems families need easy access to. That’s why our United Conservative Government is dedicated to consistently enhancing access and improving services across the health care system. This past week, our government announced that we will be delivering on our commitment to enhance health care services for women […]
2024-05-16 05:26
A former principal at a Sherwood Park school has been charged with sexual assault. “Strathcona County RCMP said Tuesday that on Feb. 2, they received a report of an alleged sexual assault involving the principal at a local school. “RCMP initiated an investigation and determined there was one adult female victim,” RCMP said in a […]
2024-05-14 08:58
One man has been arrested after people near Ardrossan were told to stay in their homes on Monday morning. At roughly 6 a.m. on May 6, Strathcona RCMP were called to investigate reports of a man firing a firearm near homes on Range Road 223. The man ran back into their home when officers arrived. […]
2024-05-09 06:18
Upon the finalization of year-end statements, Strathcona County’s ledger was significantly in the black. During council meeting held in April, it was revealed that the municipality boasted a $16 million surplus from its 2023 budget. It marked one of the biggest surpluses for Strathcona County in recent years. But Mayor Rod Frank wasn’t deterred by […]
2024-05-09 06:15
The compete level of local basketball players just got a major boost. After testing its technology with founding members for about two weeks, Shoot 360 opened its first location in Canada at Unit 135 3001 Buckingham Drive in Sherwood Park on May 1. “This is a transformative moment for Canadian basketball. With the launch of Shoot […]
2024-05-09 06:14
As annual tax notices will begin to hit local mailboxes next week, residents will open a nice surprise. On Tuesday, May 7, the 2024 tax rate was approved by Strathcona County Council at 4.84 per cent — down from the previously supposed 5.87 per cent in December. That means, residential properties will pay an additional […]
2024-05-09 05:55
BGC Strathcona won’t have to hit the reset button on its Youth Hub, at least for now. Following much debate during the Tuesday, May 7 Strathcona County Council meeting, Ward 3 Coun. Lorne Harvey decided to withdraw two rescinding motions which would have stopped the new nonprofit youth centre in its tracks within the Brentwood […]
2024-05-09 05:44
Bill 20 from a voter’s perspective Residents of every Alberta town, village, and city, have the right to a clean, safe and well-functioning community. You direct your municipal politicians to create policy and infrastructure to fill the potholes, keep the neighbourhoods safe, build playgrounds, green spaces and use your taxes effectively. They are a phone […]
2024-05-09 05:38
Back for another year, the RCMP’s Bike Rodeo and Safety Fair will kick off at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 11 as part of National Police Week. Featuring a bicycle obstacle course for kids, vintage police car displays, and free safety checks and tune-ups for bikes and helmets by Mud Sweat and Gears, the event […]
2024-05-09 05:32
Planning for a seniors’ hub is back on Strathcona County’s Council’s radar. On Tuesday, May 7, through a joint motion tabled by councillors Dave Anderson and Lorne Harvey, elected officials supported the design and planning for a potential seniors’ centre to be included in the 2024-2026 Capital Plan, which will be included in the 2025 municipal […]
2024-05-09 05:25
Trusted hearing professionals for over 35 years, Professional Audiology Clinic’s new state-of-the-art facility in Sherwood Park has the latest in diagnostic, testing and hearing aid equipment.
2024-05-08 19:00
Democracy, at least at the local level, could be at threat following the province’s introduction of Bill 20. The new Alberta government bill seeks to give cabinet new powers to compel councils to amend or repeal municipal bylaws and remove councillors, while also allowing party affiliations to be listed on municipal election ballots. The changes […]
2024-05-02 07:17
The organization representing more than 250 Alberta municipalities accused the province Monday of ushering so-called “big money” back into local politics via its controversial Bill 20, something Premier Danielle Smith denied. Bill 20 — the Municipal Affairs Statutes Amendment Act, 2024 — was tabled in the legislature last Thursday. It’s drawn criticism for potentially giving the […]
2024-05-02 07:07
An incredible organization backed by only volunteers has made an incredible impact within Strathcona County over the past four decades. The inaugural Nourish Gala hosted by the Strathcona Food Bank celebrated 40 years of service by the nonprofit as well as showcasing some of the best in local dining at the Community Centre’s Agora on […]
2024-05-02 07:03
With an official start date of May 1, Strathcona County’s municipal census began this week. Households within the municipality should have received a census PIN letter, which explains how to complete the census online. “We strong encourage residents to use the online platform for its efficiency, convenience, and security,” the county said in a release. […]
2024-05-02 06:53
Two K-4 schools in Sherwood Park could become one new combined facility, according to the new three-year Capital Plan approved by the Elk Island Catholic Schools board of trustees. The board recently approved its updated capital plan, which sets the vision for the immediate, short-term and long-term facility needs for the local Catholic School Board. […]
2024-05-02 06:49
The recent federal budget is more of the same, according to local MP Garnett Genuis. Sherwood Park-Fort Saskatchewan’s Conservative Member of Parliament did not thump his desk in support of the latest federal budget tabled by the Liberals in mid-April, one that came with a $40 billion deficit and the proposal for $52.9 billion in new […]
2024-05-02 06:44
A 47-year-old Edmonton man died after losing control of his motorcycle Saturday night in Strathcona County, say RCMP. Strathcona County RCMP responded to the report of a serious collision involving a motorcycle on Highway 16 and Highway 21 around 6:18 p.m. Saturday, police said in a Sunday news release. Upon arrival, emergency crews located the […]
2024-05-02 06:41
It was a rough start to the day. A flipped car with three occupants ended up in the backyard of a Sunflower Way residence in Sherwood Park’s Davidson Creek neighbourhood at 7:53 a.m. on Wednesday, April 24. Both local police and firefighters and paramedics with Strathcona County Emergency Services, as well as rescue crews, quickly […]
2024-05-02 06:39
Twenty-five of the top bull riders in Canada are set to kick up some dirt on Saturday night as the Lamont and District Agricultural Society presents the 27th annual Bullarama Supreme. Known for attracting on average 1,000 guests, the event features one of the biggest cash prizes in the Alberta rodeo circuit with $8,000 on the […]
2024-05-02 06:23
The shop as packed as its shelves; Sherwood Park’s beloved independent bookstore, The Bookworm, was host to authors and book lovers alike on Saturday, April 27, as the store celebrated its 11th birthday, coinciding with Canadian Independent Bookstore Day. On top of all the birthday excitement, The Bookworm was one of twelve stores in the […]
2024-05-02 06:20
Two out of three women and one out of three men in Alberta have or will experienced sexual violence in their lifetime. Though exact statistics can be hard to obtain due to low reporting rates, there is no question that the prevalence of sexual violence has a significant impact on the community. In recognition of […]
2024-05-02 06:11
For many Canadians, watching international conflict can evoke feelings of frustration and helplessness. As war rages on in other parts of the world such as in Ukraine, the desire to support those who have been impacted in any way possible remains strong within the community. It is in the spirit of that support that the […]
2024-05-02 06:08
Jackie Johnson and her family have been navigating addiction for more than a decade. Her son was 19 when they turned to the Parents Empowering Parents Society (PEP), a Strathcona County-based organization dedicated to supporting families with loved ones struggling with addiction. That was 11 years ago. At an event last Tuesday, April 23 put […]
2024-05-02 06:07
Grandparents can hold a pretty special place in a person’s heart. Britain Mills-Dawes has many cherished memories of her grandfather, Richard Battersby. After her parents divorced and her mother re-married, she met her stepdad’s father and the two built an unbreakable bond — through horses. Her family always reminded her of the times she’d chase […]
2024-05-02 06:05
There’s sew much to celebrate. For the first time since 2018, the Sherwood Park Quilt Guild returns this weekend with their quilt show. Featuring two days of vendors, door prizes, and quilts to admire, the show will be held at the Community Centre’s Agora and run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, May […]
2024-05-02 06:03
In a world where federal and provincial dollars for housing are slow to come, this council has given the green light to a new Housing Affordability Strategy, signalling a groundbreaking effort to tackle the pressing issue of affordable housing within our community. The strategy, a result of a motion I had the privilege of […]
2024-05-02 06:01
After years of discussions, task forces, studies, and reports, the rubber might finally hit the road on creating more local affordable housing. On Tuesday, April 23, Strathcona County Council was presented with a six-year Housing Affordability Strategy, which summarized the local need for housing and what can be done from now until 2030. The report […]
2024-04-25 06:40
Re: “Council approves rezoning for Sherwood Park Crusaders Arena” in The News’ April 11 edition Bylaw13-2024 passed. A bylaw that paves the way for another recreational facility to be built. Even though we already have 11 ice surfaces. County residents were surveyed for recreational priorities. Ice surfaces were note in the top five for either […]
2024-04-25 06:33
The province is committing $57 million to developing hydrogen power in Alberta, while a U.S.-based company says it will build a network of vehicle fuelling stations using the element. Both announcements come as the provincial government continues its approach that favours hydrogen fuel over what it terms to be dirtier electrical power, and to enable […]
2024-04-25 06:23
Strathcona County will be the new home of Canada’s largest renewable diesel facility once Imperial Oil’s $720 million project comes online. Renewable diesel is fuel made by processing fats and oils from renewable sources to produce diesel. The benefit of renewable diesel is that it’s referred to as a “drop-in” fuel, which means it can […]
2024-04-25 06:20
The stakes were high Sunday evening as local fire crews beat back a major blaze that threatened a subdivision just off Wye Road. All six fire stations with Strathcona County Emergency Services (SCES) responded to a grass fire in Grange Country Estates, which is located at the corner of Range Road 223 and Wye Road. […]
2024-04-25 06:17
When Breigh Cohen got the call that day, she dropped the phone, walked out the door and screamed while her terrified husband and children looked on. “Breigh, I’m so sorry, but Jim and Annie were in a head-on collision this afternoon and they both died,” she recalled the voice on the other line saying. The […]
2024-04-25 06:11
Their behinds might be sore by the end of it, but it will surely be worth it. Starting at noon on Friday, April 26, Concrete Blonde Hair and Body will host its annual bikeathon in support of youth mental health provided by the CASA Foundation. This year’s edition, marking seven years, will see five stationary bikes […]
2024-04-25 06:05
Despite high inflation and a tough economy, Strathcona County continues to thrive, according to the latest State of the County Address. In his annual State of the County Address hosted during the Wednesday, April 27 Sherwood Park and District Chamber of Commerce luncheon at the Community Centre’s Agora, Mayor Rod Frank pointed to the municipality’s four […]
2024-04-25 06:03
Cheers to 40 years of full bellies. Over the last 40 years, the Strathcona Food Bank has been responsible for thousands of meals. With more than 193,000 residents supported since its incorporation, the service has played a vital role in the community. Rising costs of living and economic insecurity led to an increase in demand […]
2024-04-25 05:56
What was formerly known as Clarkdale Pond has officially been renamed in honour of Strathcona County councillor, and long serving RCMP officer, Peter Wlodarczak. On Wednesday, April 17, Mayor Rod Frank, joined by Wlodarczak, his family, and other community members, unveiled a new sign and plaque, declaring the pond to now be known as Peter’s Pond. […]
2024-04-25 05:51
Strathcona County RCMP have issued an alert warning residents to be aware of jewellery fraud scams. Const. Chantelle Kelly said that while there has not been noted in cases in Sherwood Park, other areas such as Edmonton are noting an uptick in the scam. Occurring in public places such as parking lots and outside […]
2024-04-25 05:46
After a two-decade hiatus, Tofield’s annual Snow Goose Festival returns this weekend for the second consecutive year since it’s revival. Established originally in 1993, it was one of the early environmental and wildlife celebrations in Canada and recognizes the spring migration of waterbirds who migrated in the tens of thousands, including the namesake snow goose, to […]
2024-04-25 05:43
It’s that time of year that all hockey fans wait with increasing fervor, playoff time. These are the games that amplify every shot, every hit, every save. The stands are louder and often more colour coordinated as fans hope that their team gets off to a great start. If you’re an Oilers fan that’s exactly […]
2024-04-24 08:28
Strathcona County has declared a fire restriction to all rural areas effective as of noon Monday. The restriction comes in response to the dry conditions and windy weather, the county said in a news release. “Please phone 911 to report a fire,” said Fire Chief Martin Paulson of Strathcona County Emergency Services. “It is very […]
2024-04-22 10:54
The debate for establishing a local seniors’ hub continues. An April 16 presentation from the Advocacy for Strathcona Seniors Centre (ASSC) Steering Committee outlined that seniors still want a local, centralized, one-stop seniors’ centre. The argument for a centre was made at the Priorities Committee meeting in Council Chambers. “The population demographic that’s growing is […]
2024-04-18 09:36
Re: “Council approves rezoning for Crusaders Arena” in The News’ April 11 edition I am writing to state my extreme displeasure with the manner in which the April 9/24 public hearing on Bylaw 13-2024 “to amend Land Use Bylaw 6-2015” was handled. In my opinion, the mayor and most councillors had already made up their […]
2024-04-18 09:31
Amid dry conditions, a fire advisory is currently in effect in Strathcona County. Based on ultra dry spring conditions, the municipal issued the fire advisory status on Wednesday, April 10, and with that came a temporary suspension for fire and fireworks permits. Anyone looking to have an open fire, burn barrels, brush fires or the […]
2024-04-18 09:29
One lucky Sherwood Park family is dealing with scorched siding and decking following what could have been a more serious blaze. On Saturday, April 13, Strathcona County Emergency Services (SCES) received a 911 call at 8:48 a.m. from a neighbour reporting flames chasing up the side of home in the Lakeland Ridge neighbourhood. The first […]
2024-04-18 09:24
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland tabled a budget with higher deficits, higher spending and higher capital gains taxes on high earners, trusts and corporations, as the Liberals revealed a spending plan they hope will win back younger Canadians that have abandoned their party. Freeland introduced the budget Tuesday after already having revealed much of its contents […]
2024-04-18 09:18
Last year’s wildfire season broke records for its intensity and resulted in Canada’s first-ever evacuation of an entire capital city — Yellowknife. Smoke from the fires also impacted air quality not only nationally, but in the United States as well. Coming out of an intense season that garnered internal attention, federal officials are warning Canadians […]
2024-04-18 09:17
Alberta’s governing United Conservative Party (UCP) outpaced the Opposition Alberta New Democrats (NDP) in raising revenue by at least $1.4 million over the course of 2023, according to annual reporting figures published by Elections Alberta. Those numbers show a modest difference in the amount the two parties received in contributions throughout the calendar year: the […]
2024-04-18 09:15
Police have charged two people for allegedly trying to defraud a local dealership. Strathcona County RCMP say the incident happened on April 2 when a man and a woman said they wanted to buy a vehicle valued at more than $90,000. Police spokesperson Cst. Chantelle Kelly says the pair used false identification to buy the […]
2024-04-18 09:14
The federal government’s carbon rebate for 2024 is beginning to be distributed. Canadians who filed their taxes by mid-March will start receiving the first instalment of the quarterly Canadian carbon tax rebate on Monday, April 15. Here’s a rundown of what you should know, including who is eligible and the estimated rebate amount of each […]
2024-04-18 06:22
What they do is all in their name. Sherwood Park Yoga has been opened for more than a month in the Millennium Professional Centre at Unit 220, 849 Premier Way, on the second floor next door to Crescendo Music. With six instructors, the new yoga space provides the typical traditional classes but has a strong focus […]
2024-04-18 06:13
In its seventh year, local initiative, Sherwood Park Against Hunger continues to grow and expand its impact. Returning this Saturday, April 20 in the OLPH Catholic Church basement (13 Brower Drive), the event will see various service groups come together to prepare 100,000 packaged meals for those in need. With the Emmanuel Foundation organizing and coordinating […]
2024-04-18 06:07
Municipal excellence, based on solid finances, is a key goal of Strathcona County. We seek optimal levels for municipal services, such as in fire, police, roads, transit, parks, culture, and recreation. In pursuing excellence, council decisions must be sound in both substance and process. For example, as governance expert Eli Mina points out, decisions must […]
2024-04-18 04:59
This week, our United Conservative government introduced the Provincial Priorities Act, a significant step in our efforts to pushback against the NDP-Liberal coalition’s ongoing overreach into areas of provincial jurisdiction. In short, this much-needed legislation would require provincial entities to seek approval before engaging in agreements with the federal government, ensuring that federal funding we […]
2024-04-18 04:53
Wildfire season is here, and experts predict it may be an active one. Preparing for emergencies before they happen is important and can help to keep you safe. Being told to evacuate or prepare to evacuate can be scary; however, it becomes more manageable, and you and your loved ones stay safer, if you have […]
2024-04-18 04:52
They’re getting ready to board the ship. The Sherwood Park Junior A Crusaders are getting prepped to start their first round of playoffs in the British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL) against the Blackfalds Bulldogs. The Cru finished in second place for the regular season of BCHL’s Alberta division, 17 points behind the first-ranked Brooks Bandits. […]
2024-04-18 04:44
She certainly did not take the competition laying down. Sherwood Park’s Brynn Whitrow left it all on the mats as she won gold medals in both freestyle and Greco Roman wrestling for the U17 girls 46-kilogram division at the Canadian Wrestling Championships hosted in Mississauga, Ontario this month. “The medals are a representation of my hard […]
2024-04-18 04:32
One of the longest public hearings held in years ended in two outcomes: 1) The Sherwood Park Crusaders happy to have a home for their new $86 million Events Centre, and 2) the descendants of one of the first farming families in the county left wondering the future of their 140-plus year old homestead. On Tuesday, […]
2024-04-11 07:46
Is enthusiasm for Bremner waning? Re: “Moving forward on affordable housing” Bill Tonita, Ward 4 Coun. The News’ March 14 edition Exactly how does the councillor define “affordable”? Further, what’s missing from his list of development projects? Tonita stated; “With the opening of Cambrian Crossing, expansion in Ardrossan, continued growth in Salisbury Village, Emerald Hills, Summerwood […]
2024-04-11 07:26
A new name will be representing the New Democrat Party on the local ballot in the next federal election. Alberta born and raised Chris Jones won the nomination contest held by the Sherwood Park-Fort Saskatchewan NDP Electoral District Association at the Ardrossan Memorial Hall on March 28. Born in Morinville, the journeyman pipe fitter has […]
2024-04-11 07:24
Convicted murderer Gamdur Brar will not be eligible for parole for 16 years, minus almost three years served since his May 7, 2021 arrest. Sherwood Park resident Brar was found guilty of second-degree murder in September 2023, in the shooting death of his nephew. The Friday, April 5 hearing was to determine his period of […]
2024-04-11 07:20
The old Clover Bar Lodge site will finally get a second life. On Tuesday, April 9, Strathcona County Council passed third and final reading with a 5-4 vote for a Land Use Bylaw amendment, which would change the site’s zoning from Public Services (PS) to a Direct Control District (DC) that will pave the way […]
2024-04-11 07:14
The trial of a Sherwood Park massage therapist accused of sexually assaulting clients has ended with two dropped charges and a conviction for a lesser offence. John Dorion began a trial in Edmonton Court of King’s Bench last week on allegations he sexually touched two clients, including a teenage girl. The Crown ultimately stayed two […]
2024-04-11 07:10
Everybody can be great because anyone can serve. On Tuesday, April 16, Volunteer Strathcona will host a Volunteer Fair at the Community Centre’s Agora (401 Festival Lane) from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. More than 40 organizations representing a variety of volunteer opportunities are looking to connect with residents and the community to support their […]
2024-04-11 07:08
Business is booming. Space is at a premium at this weekend’s 39th annual Great Canadian Trade Fair at Millennium Place from Friday, April 12 to Sunday, April 14. Hosted by the Sherwood Park and District Chamber of Commerce, the event sold out so fast for vendor exhibitor booths that another 40 spaces were created to keep […]
2024-04-11 07:04
They are making waves in more ways than one. Strathcona County SilverRays swimmers Carmen Duffee and Blakely McBride both have May 13-19 circled on their calendars for the upcoming Olympic Trials to be held in Toronto after they both achieved Olympic trial qualifier times at the Speedo Western Canadian Championships. Hosted in Winnipeg in late […]
2024-04-11 06:15
They are proud of a podium finish. After being one of the top two teams in the north for the Alberta Elite Hockey League (AEHL), Sherwood Park’s U17AAA Squires were looking to add provincial gold to cap off their season but with a slow start in round robin play, their fate changed to another colour. After […]
2024-04-11 06:10
The gloves are off as a local farming family say they’re in the fight of their lives. Strathcona County farmers Laura and Colin Jackson has owned and operated the 143-year-old Jackson Homesteaders farm, located just off Clover Bar Road north of the Greenland Garden Centre, since the 1990s. After thinking the worst was over as […]
2024-04-04 09:58
Its scope and reach has transformed over the past four decades, but the need has remained constant. The Strathcona Food Bank (SFB) is set to celebrate its 40th anniversary this month with a fundraising gala hosted at the Community Centre’s Agora on Saturday, April 27. In 1977, the Strathcona Christmas Bureau was launched to help […]
2024-04-04 09:13
It’s time to bring that extra spark to your neighbourhood. Until May 1, applications will be open for this year’s Strathcona County Community Grants program, which supports residents, non-profit organizations and community groups who are interested in community safety and well-being, have a passion for leading community building gatherings and projects and who want to make a […]
2024-04-04 08:58
They promise to bring that extra sparkle to your day, and once again, one lucky winner will walk away with just that. For 25 years running, Sherwood Park’s Gem Gallerie Jewellers has provided the treasure chest grand prize during the annual Sherwood Park Chamber and District Chamber of Commerce’s Trade Fair. It’s become a sparkly badge of […]
2024-04-04 08:56
A woman is missing after falling through ice on the south side of Edmonton’s North Saskatchewan River Monday evening. Edmonton fire crews were called to a report of a man and woman falling through the ice near the Keillor Point area around 7:10 p.m., said Edmonton Fire Rescue Services (EFRS) Tuesday morning. The man was […]
2024-04-04 08:51
Two years after allegations she was passed over for partisan reasons, an Edmonton prosecutor has been granted a special legal distinction. On Thursday, March 28, 103 Alberta lawyers were named King’s Counsel, an honorary title given to those who “represent the legal profession at its best,” UCP Justice Minister Mickey Amery said in a news […]
2024-04-04 08:47
The Government of Alberta recently announced a $50 million investment in wastewater treatment improvements in the Edmonton area that will help manage water resources more effectively and support industrial development and local growth. As approved in Budget 2024, the provincial government is backing a three-year investment to upgrade wastewater treatment through the expansion of the ARROW Utilities Wastewater […]
2024-04-04 08:41
Tony Bennett’s hold on the audience endures, and one Canadian crooner wants to tap into that musical magic. Canadian jazz singer Matt Dusk had the privilege of sharing a showroom with Bennett for four years while he was performing in Las Vegas, and he watched him perform about 15 times live. Whichever songs enveloped the […]
2024-04-04 08:40
Investigators are asking for public tips after the body of a male in a vehicle was discovered Good Friday morning on a Sherwood Park township, say Strathcona County RCMP. Officers responded about 9:30 a.m. Friday, after the body was found on Township Road 510 in Sherwood Park, said RCMP in a Saturday news release. Investigators […]
2024-03-30 09:24
It’s time to count yourself in. Starting May 1, Strathcona County will be conducting a municipal census. The municipality is asking residents to keep an eye out for a census PIN letter in the mail, which will outline information for each household to complete the census online. “The census is an important tool for Strathcona […]
2024-03-28 10:19
Re: “Clover Bar Lodge redevelopment stalled by council vote” in The News’ March 14 edition Requesting a special meeting to rescind a motion so Ward 2 Coun. Dave Anderson could change his vote caught my attention. Interested in policy, I wondered how this could be and saw a very good learning opportunity. An email went […]
2024-03-28 10:13
The girl remembers feeling a sudden jolt of discomfort as she lay on the massage table, followed by a rush of tears. “It was just really weird,” the teenager recalled in a video played for jurors in an Edmonton courtroom. “It felt insanely uncomfortable and just not right. It made me feel kind of queasy.” […]
2024-03-28 10:11
Coffee is their love language in more than one way. Vicki McLary and Heath Sperling, co-owners of Sherwood Park’s newest coffee shop, Gratitude Coffee, are huge coffee lovers. It not only provided a business for them, but it also brought the two together. With nearly 19 years in the coffee industry, Sperling previously managed Roasti […]
2024-03-28 10:08
It’s time to find your clan. To mark International Tartan Day on Saturday, April 6, the Sherwood Park Highland Gathering (SPHG) will be hosting a fundraiser at Browns Socialhouse (55 Salisbury Way) to support this year’s two-day festival in July. The event will include specials on fish and chips and Guinness beer from 11 a.m. to […]
2024-03-28 09:59
Thousands of great finds come through the province’s Goodwill stores every day but, once in a while, there’s an extra-rare gem. The Les Paul guitar signed by every member of Guns N’ Roses that is on auction this week at the Sherwood Park location, for example. Doug Roxburgh is director of brand integrity and marketing […]
2024-03-28 09:53
After more than four years of construction and at least $34 billion in costs, the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project is nearly complete. Here’s a look at what milestones to expect in the coming weeks as the massive pipeline gets ready to start shipping Canadian oil from Sherwood Park to the West Coast: Resolution of […]
2024-03-28 09:50
Alberta’s fuel tax will increase at the beginning of April, adding an additional four cents per litre to Albertans’ gas bills. The Alberta government’s 13-cents-per-litre gas tax will be fully reinstated at the end of the month — up from the nine-cent tax that was reintroduced earlier this year. The provincial gas tax is designed […]
2024-03-28 09:46
The next Jimi Hendrix could be in our midst, but they just need to get a break — and this could be it. The Music Society of Strathcona County (MSSC), organizers of the RavenWood Music Festival, will soon launch a special giveaway of a custom built guitar for one local young person. Launching on Tuesday, […]
2024-03-21 07:02
The final push is on. The Glen Allan School Council is nearing the finish line for its fundraising efforts to bolster the replacement of the school’s playground. Built in 2000, the equipment is nearing the end of its 25 year lifecycle, and Strathcona County has pinned the capital project for a replacement next year. The […]
2024-03-21 06:56
Strathcona County Council continues to be leery of the value that Edmonton Global brings to the table. Edmonton Global, the regional organization is a foreign direct investment and international business development agency, which receives membership fees from 14 municipalities across the Capital Region, is doing damage control. In December, Fort Saskatchewan, Sturgeon County, Devon, Parkland County, […]
2024-03-21 06:53
The Legion has put a stop to any notion of a poppy crosswalk within Strathcona County. Back in November, council unanimously supported Ward 1 Coun. Robert Park’s motion requesting administration to create a report with a proposed design for a Remembrance Day crosswalk. Having returned to council last week, the report detailed that the idea did […]
2024-03-21 06:50
Premier Danielle Smith is hailing the impending startup of the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion this spring. While she’s grateful the federal government stuck with the project through thick and thin, don’t expect the premier to give Ottawa too many pats on the back for seeing the Trans Mountain expansion (TMX) through to the finish line. […]
2024-03-21 06:47
Majority of seniors don’t want a Seniors’ Centre I would like to speak up about what I believe is the opinion of the majority of seniors in Strathcona County. We do not want a 365 day subsidised, catered Disneyland for seniors that a small group is clamouring for. There are already 14 community halls and […]
2024-03-21 06:45
A Sherwood Park man has been arrested after a standoff ended with injuries from a fire on his property. Strathcona County RCMP says that on March 13, officers arrived at a home near Range Road 223 and Township Road 512 near South Cooking Lake to execute multiple warrants. Alberta RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Troy Savinkoff said […]
2024-03-21 06:43
A St. Albert man is facing impaired driving charges after police responded to a highway collision near Fort Saskatchewan last Thursday, March 14. At 11:59 p.m., Fort Saskatchewan RCMP and emergency crews were responding to a report of a collision between two pick-up trucks at the intersection of Highway 15 and Highway 21, police said […]
2024-03-21 06:42
The Alberta government is laying the groundwork for the creation of a new police agency while continuing to claim that no decision has been made on establishing a provincial police service to replace the RCMP. Bill 11 — the Public Safety Statutes Amendment Act, 2024 — was tabled in the legislature last Wednesday, March 13, […]
2024-03-21 06:20
Alberta’s UCP government introduced new legislation Monday to protect seniors from housing contracts that have already forced some to wait for repayments of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Under the life lease model, which is currently unregulated in Alberta, residents pay a large entrance fee up front to move into a unit with more affordable […]
2024-03-21 06:15
For a second time in as many months, Alberta’s finance ministry has refused to release what the public has told it regarding a potential Alberta pension plan through responses to government surveys. Last month, Postmedia filed a request under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP) seeking complete copies of the pension […]
2024-03-21 06:14
Wildfires can be devastating. The number of major fires in the last 20 years has increased, and many are human caused. We had a very active wildfire season in the county and province last year, and some experts are predicting a similar season this year. In Strathcona County, we typically see an increase in wildfires in […]
2024-03-21 06:06
In a game of strategy, the provincial crown all came down to the last move. The Archbishop Jordan Catholic High School Scots boys curling team are Alberta Schools’ Athletic Association (ASAA) champions following a dramatic finish in a 4-3 final over the Paul Row Junior Senior High School Raiders in Drayton Valley on Feb. 25. The […]
2024-03-21 06:00
They were unstoppable and now they have the hardware to prove it. The local U18 Tier 1 SP701 Knights went undefeated through the playoffs and were crowned Edmonton Federation Hockey League (EFHL) champions. The City Finals saw the Park win 4-3 against Northwest Edmonton on Sunday, March 17. “It was a good battle. It was one of […]
2024-03-21 05:58
Hard days are the best days because that’s when champions are made. That was mantra of Sherwood Park’s Ringette Association’s U16A Red as they headed to provincials, however, they were forced to settle for silver after a 5-1 loss against Calgary Northwest. “Calgary Northwest has won the last three U16A provincial titles, and their U14A team […]
2024-03-21 05:46
With banner in hand, they know they’re the best in the capital region. Sherwood Park Ringette Association’s U19A Surge had a solid year, finishing the regular season with a 15-1 record, and clinching the Black Gold League championship title. “The league championship is awarded to the team with the best record. So for us, it […]
2024-03-21 05:45
Another year, another championship. The Archbishop Jordan Catholic High School’s junior boys basketball team capped off another undefeated season with a back-to-back Metro Edmonton Athletics championship. Playing on home court, the Scots won handily over M. E. LaZerte 74-48. “I couldn’t be more proud of the team this year,” ABJ coach Tam Rosnau. “We knew […]
2024-03-14 10:55
After years of not hosting a home meet, there was an extra spring in their step — and it reflected on the podium. Sherwood Park’s Salto Gymnastics hosted the Gymnastics in the Park (GITP) Invitational at Millennium Place from Thursday, March 7 to Sunday, March 10, which saw more than 900 athletes compete in artistic […]
2024-03-14 10:44
The lights are on but no one’s home. The evening lights surrounding the former Clover Bar Lodge will continue to glow as elected officials figure out the next steps for the site’s rezoning application. A lengthy public hearing held on Feb. 27 saw the Heartland Housing Foundation (HHF) apply for a Land Use Bylaw amendment, […]
2024-03-14 10:10
Re: “Sherwood Park Crusaders’ multipurpose arena closer to reality with county deal” in The News’ Feb. 15 edition Dear Mayor Frank, After Seniors United Now (SUN) president, Denis Beaudry made a presentation to the council a few months ago, you acknowledged the need for a seniors hub. But you admitted that in the council’s decision, […]
2024-03-14 10:07
A blast from the past is now nestled into the present. After rebooting the Winter Carnival for the first time since the 1970s last year, the Sherwood Heights Community League will host the event again from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 23 at the Log Cabin (50 Spruce Avenue). “We received many […]
2024-03-14 09:57
Alberta’s government is updating its electricity market rules with new temporary measures it says will help lower consumers’ utility bills. The new measures are aimed at the practice of “economic withholding,” a strategy regularly used by power generators in Alberta’s unique-to-Canada free-market electricity system. Under Alberta’s competitive market design, electricity suppliers submit offers into the […]
2024-03-14 09:43
She can and she did. The inaugural all-female entrepreneur She Can show was hosted at the Community Centre’s Agora on Saturday, March 9. Organized by Queen of Hearts, 100 businesses offered a little bit of everything — retail to aesthetics to real estate to sweets and more. Melissa Brubaker, owner of Arsenic Noir Photography, started her […]
2024-03-14 09:36
Strathcona County wants your help in recognizing the people who make the county great. Nominations for the annual Awards of Excellence are open until Monday, March 25. Each year, Strathcona County honours the outstanding individuals, businesses and community groups that make a strong contribution to the county’s social, cultural and economic fabric. “Each year, I […]
2024-03-14 09:29
At a recent roundtable on foreign interference, I had constituents ask me to explain in more detail what foreign interference actually is and what it seeks to achieve in practise. Foreign interference is a concept we talk about a lot in federal politics these days, but maybe its meaning is still a bit unclear. How […]
2024-03-11 05:16
Re: “Another report, another failure for seniors” letter to the editor by Robert Leman in The News’ Feb. 29 edition Good on you Robert Leman for putting out this article. Unfortunately, it will be like water off a ducks back with council. Council chases the shiniest new projects administration puts forth. Right on Bob. During the […]
2024-03-06 17:00
Another report, another failure for seniors It’s now over three years since mayor and council unanimously supported establishing a seniors hub after an extensive report I co-presented as Chair of the Seniors Advisory Committee (Jan. 26, 2021: To view the original presentation, go online to the Priorities Committee Meeting on strathcona.ca). Most of council campaigned […]
2024-03-06 17:00
A gate for a corral. Used water troughs. A fence stapler. A solar pump. According to court documents, those are some of the items a former Strathcona County civil servant illegally purchased with public funds, costing him his job and 12 months on house arrest. David James Churchill pleaded guilty in January to a single […]
2024-03-06 17:00
Five members of Canada’s 2018 world junior team accused of sexually assaulting a woman in a London hotel room are speeding toward a trial. The defence lawyers for Michael McLeod, 26, Alex Formenton, 24, Cal Foote, 25, Dillon Dube, 25, and Sherwood Park’s Carter Hart, 25, appeared briefly in London’s Superior Court of Justice monthly […]
2024-03-06 17:00
A man of no fixed address described by police as a textbook prolific offender is in custody following a deadly flight from police during the evening of Saturday, Feb. 24. At a news conference on Thursday, Feb. 29, RCMP Supt. Leanne MacMillan announced police have laid a string of charges against Peter Richard Ashby, 35, […]
2024-03-06 17:00
Strathcona County residents will see an 18 per cent increase on their utility bills to help cover the costs of a regional wastewater plant expansion. The steep increase surprised local Strathcona County council members even though ARROW Utilities, which provides wastewater services for Strathcona and 12 other municipalities around Edmonton, has been planning the expansion […]
2024-03-06 17:00
With two of Strathcona County’s MLAs sitting on opposite sides of the Legislature, it should be not surprise that Budget 2024 tabled by the provincial government is being received with mixed reviews. As presented on Thursday, Feb. 29, Budget 2024 is projecting a surplus of $367 million due to decreasing oil prices, increasing inflation costs, […]
2024-03-06 17:00
Alberta’s 2024 budget is projecting a slender surplus of $367 million that’s built on the back of borrowing and comes amid cooling oil prices and rising expenses. The province now finds itself in a negative cash position due to accounting adjustments and borrowing needs, though its books reflect an accounting surplus as defined by the […]
2024-03-06 17:00
The Junior B Knights won their first playoff game in the Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) at the Randy Rosen Arena on Feb. 22. The team slap-shotted their way to victory against the Fort Saskatchewan Hawks winning 8-1. The Knights set the tone early in this series as Koen Hunka, Tyler Kutschinski, and Kaelen Veldman […]
2024-02-29 17:00
Hundreds of gymnasts from across Western Canada are getting ready to compete at Millenium Place this Mar. 7 to 10th. “We’ve done this conference in the past in other locations, but we wanted to bring it back into the community,” said Rebecca Wareham, the women’s artistic gymnastics director at Salto. “This is the first time […]
2024-02-29 17:00
Exciting things are underway within our community. Residents, community groups, and businesses are going the extra mile to enhance the quality of life here in Strathcona County, dedicating their time and talents to making a tangible positive impact on the lives of our residents. This commitment to excellence is truly remarkable. We extend an invitation […]
2024-02-29 17:00
As a former small business owner, I understand the complexities of starting a small business, it’s not an easy task. Trying to find a site, build a customer base and gain financing is incredibly difficult. This is why I appreciate our Economic Development and Tourism Department of Strathcona and the amazing work they do for […]
2024-02-29 17:00
February was a busy month of advocacy and celebration for the Elk Island Catholic Schools Board of Trustees, and I’m happy to have this opportunity to share with you what we have been up to. Advocacy meetings At the beginning of the month we met with the United Conservative Party MLAs for Strathcona-Sherwood […]
2024-02-29 17:00
It takes time settling into a new home. That’s just the case for the Sherwood Park Farmers’ Market, which relocated from the Strathcona County Community Centre to the Emerald Hills shopping area in early January. On Wednesdays from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., you can’t miss the large inflatable tubular Sunnygirl logo flapping every which […]
2024-02-28 17:00
With each of the last five shows sold-out, the RavenWood Music Club is riding on a high note. Tickets are being snapped up fast for the RavenWood Music Club’s final performance for this season, which will showcase local singer-songwriter Mallory Chipman on Friday, March 8 at the Strathcona County Museum and Archives. “We were completely […]
2024-02-28 17:00
It’s like if Instacart and Etsy had a shop local baby. Sherwood Park’s Forage Market is an online farmers’ market — foragemarket.ca — where you can purchase fresh produce, baked goods, meat and seafood, dairy and eggs, condiments, beverages, and more. “All of our prices are super competitive with the grocery stores. It’s not about […]
2024-02-28 17:00
Where are oil firms’ net-zero results? Pathways Alliance has placed many commercials over the last few months, claiming that it is “planning to build” the world’s largest carbon-capture program. Pathways Alliance is an alliance of the six major corporations exploiting the Alberta tarsands. Its website claims that it is “studying technologies” and that it “will […]
2024-02-21 17:00
The herd supports more than its own. This year’s Gowns for Grads and Suits for Guys campaign by the Sherwood Park Elks saw the local non-profit provide gowns and suits to not only those who live within Strathcona County and surrounding area, but for those living in central Alberta and beyond. Earlier this month, a […]
2024-02-21 17:00
With the rare patch of snow across many fields this winter, the upcoming wildfire season is on the minds of many across the province. On Tuesday, Feb. 20, the Government of Alberta declared an early start to the 2024 wildfire season — 10 days earlier than usual. Making that early declaration allows for additional measures […]
2024-02-21 17:00
With the Alberta government tabling its Budget 2024 next week on Thursday, Feb. 29, Mayor Rod Frank wants to see the province step up on funding to municipalities. Over the last five years, Strathcona County’s municipal funding from the provincial government has decreased by 46 per cent. Formerly know as the Municipal Sustainability Initiative (MSI) program, those […]
2024-02-21 17:00
The company building the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion has been cited for environmental non-compliance related to its management of recent flooding in B.C. The Canada Energy Regulator said its inspection officers found issues near Abbotsford, B.C., where Trans Mountain Corp. has been working on the final stretch of the multi-year oil pipeline project. On Thursday, […]
2024-02-21 17:00
Local dog licensing fees have been sent to the doghouse. During the Tuesday, Feb. 13 regular council meeting, Strathcona County Council unanimously approved three readings for an amendment to the Responsible Dog Ownership Bylaw that removed the requirement for dog owners to purchase annual dog licences. As of April 1, 2024, local dogs will instead […]
2024-02-21 17:00
Cross-country skiers rejoice: a smaller version of the beloved Birkie is a go. After mere weeks of cancelling the main Canadian Birkebeiner Ski event due to poor snow conditions, the Full Moon Birkie will return to Bennet Lake at the Strathcona Wilderness Centre this coming Saturday, Feb. 24 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. “With […]
2024-02-21 17:00
You can be sure it will be a real hoot. From 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 24, the Alberta Society for Injured Birds of Prey (ASIBP) will be hosting its first-ever owl encounter at 51562 Range Road 222 near South Cooking Lake as a celebration of rehabilitated birds that have sustained injuries […]
2024-02-21 17:00
After more than four years of planning and speculation, the Sherwood Park Junior A Crusaders are getting a new home. On Tuesday, Feb. 13, Strathcona County Council unanimously approved an agreement with the Sherwood Park Crusaders Hockey Society that will see the local Junior A hockey team privately-fund construction of a $86 million multipurpose area […]
2024-02-14 17:00
Thankful for Epcor’s quick work It is unbelievable the number of people who wrote both to the Sherwood News and to the Edmonton Journal with complaints about the water ban. I felt grateful that we were still able to get clean drinking water and we did our part to reduce our consumption for the duration of […]
2024-02-14 17:00
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