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Truth and Reconciliation Day events held in Bruderheim and Lamont

The nation’s fourth annual Truth and Reconciliation Day was recognized in both Lamont and Bruderheim Sept. 30 with indigenous dancers, drumming, singing and speeches. The day commemorates those who died…

editor October 2, 2024

Lamont Leader News

Cando to double in size to better serve Heartland region

The Cando Rail Terminal in Sturgeon County which serves Alberta’s Industrial Heartland is set to double in size. The company made the announcement during the AIHA annual conference in Edmonton…

editor September 25, 2024

Weekly Review News

Trees on town boulevards a problem for councillor

Viking Councillor Dana Ewashko has brought back an issue which initially prompted him to run for town council. This is his second term in office. Ewashko raised his objections to…

editor September 18, 2024

Weekly Review News

Viking Meats celebrates 30 years

It was a giant celebration for Viking Meats Ltd. on Saturday with balloons, birthday. cake and barbecue to mark 30 years in business. People just kept pouring into the parking…

editor September 18, 2024

Lamont Leader News

Vehicle destruction a crowd pleaser at Heroes in the Sky

It was a smaller crowd attending the Heroes in the Sky event in support of Lamont Emergency Services held Sept. 14. But when it came time to destroy an SUV…

editor September 18, 2024

Lamont Leader News

Dangerous Intersection – Lamont County wants to improve safety of rural crossing

Concerns raised by Division Five Councillor Neil Woitas and council during their recent roads tour of Lamont County will see public works reach out to Alberta Transportation to attempt to…

editor September 11, 2024

Weekly Review News

Viking Council agrees to 48-unit columbarium per niche price at cemetery

The Viking Council decided to set the niche price at $750 for a new 48-unit columbarium, with installation expected in October 2024, costing around $30,000 in total.

editor August 31, 2024

Tofield Mercury News

Lamont County provides funding to Fish and Game

A few weeks ago, Lamont County council provided a number of grants to various community organizations. At the Aug. 13, council meeting they received an additional request from the Lamont…

editor August 28, 2024

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CN and CP railway workers ordered back to work after stoppage

A railway strike by Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Kansas City was averted after the Canadian Industrial Relations Board ordered workers back to work. Trains resumed operations, but discontent among union workers is evident as binding arbitration approaches.

editor August 28, 2024

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Glitch at Claystone produces foul odour

Residents of Ryley reported unpleasant odors from Claystone Waste’s compost facility due to a technical glitch affecting the aeration system. CEO Corey Popick confirmed the issue is being addressed and apologized for the inconvenience. Claystone is also developing an online form for residents to submit complaints to improve responsiveness.

editor August 28, 2024