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Review examines wildfire response

The primary objective of this wildfire after-action review is to conduct a thorough and impartial assessment of the incident response within the municipalities of Brazeau County and the Town of Drayton Valley, emphasizing a holistic approach aimed at learning, improving future responses, and fostering a culture of continuous enhancement within its firefighting and emergency management practices.

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February 26, 2024

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Five teams leave league

The Alberta Junior Hockey League is now an 11 team organization. The defection of five breakaway teams to the British Columbia Hockey League was confirmed last week. “We are disappointed - but not surprised - that the five defecting clubs now intend to drop out of the AJHL to immediately participate in an unsanctioned exhibition series,” the AJHL said in a statement.

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February 14, 2024

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Firefighters recognized for service

Five active members and two retired members of Drayton Valley/Brazeau County Fire Services were awarded the Fire Services Exemplary Service Medal on behalf of the Governor General on November 26.

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December 11, 2023

Read more about the article Mom shares tragic story

On June 5, 2011, her son Colin Stewart, better known as Mouse, went to work in the morning, but didn’t come home in the evening. At the age of 23, Mouse had made a fatal choice at work and forever changed the lives around him.

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Mom shares tragic story

On June 5, 2011, her son Colin Stewart, better known as Mouse, went to work in the morning, but didn’t come home in the evening.

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December 1, 2023

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Name recognizes local history

A historic landmark only officially recognized in 2017 will now have a street named after it.

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November 28, 2023

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Group works for Brighter Futures

After giving so much to the community, Brighter Futures is hoping the community can help them out.

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October 30, 2023

Backyard Bucket List

Beating the heat at the North Saskatchewan River

Just a 10 minute drive west of Drayton Valley is the Willey West campground and boat launch.

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July 18, 2023

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Homeless number falls

There are currently an estimated 69 people living completely unsheltered in Drayton Valley. According to a report to council from the Town’s community services department, that number is lower than it was earlier this year. At least 15 people have not returned to the community since the evacuation in early May due to the Buck Creek Fire.

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July 18, 2023