Unpaid taxes hurt municipalities

Things are looking good in Alberta’s oil patch. After some very tough years activity has bounced back, as has the price of a barrel of crude. But the current level of prosperity doesn’t always filter down to the communities where the industry is focused.

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Chamber keeps money in the community

The Drayton Valley and District Chamber of Commerce is looking for businesses to participate in their annual passport program.

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Backlog may impact new homeowners

A backlog with Alberta Land Titles May be impacting anyone who purchased or sold a home in the last couple of months.

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Try something new

Well, spring is around the corner and with the warm weather, a number of recreational groups in the community will be hosting their annual general meetings and club membership drives.

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Province recognizes economic corridor

On February 15, the Alberta Minister of Jobs, Economy and Northern Development, Brian Jean, announced the inception of the Western Economic Corridor.

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Council looks at liquor stores

Drayton Valley has more liquor and cannabis stores than most similar communities according to a report brought to town council last week. However, council were advised against taking steps to cap the number of such businesses allowed in town.

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Pool opening set

It's the final countdown. Fifteen years after the idea was first raised, Drayton Valley’s new pool will open to the public next week.

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School construction progressing

With construction well under way on the new Powerhouse Campus, the Wild Rose School Division is still aiming to have students in the school by the end of 2023.

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Fire chief marks 30 years

For 30 years, County and Town residents have been able to count on Fire Chief Tom Thomson during some of the worst moments of their lives.

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Change for shelter pods

Drayton Valley’s shelter pods are under new management. The two pods will now both be overseen by the Humans Helping Humans Housing Foundation.

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