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In The Park
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The 5th annual Sparkle in the Park opened this weekend at Sedgewick Lake Park just north of the town, and it was the biggest and brightest yet! With new spots open, this year’s event features extended hours and lots of new displays. Above: The Sedgewick Ag Society went for something unique with their display of a cow pulling a sleigh. See the full story and more photos on Page 4.
Killam Twice Nice makes magic for little ones shopping for their loved ones Leslie Cholowsky Editor
For the third year in a row, the Killam Twice Nice store has hosted a shopping night for children so that they have an opportunity they might not otherwise have to purchase a gift for their family members. On the evening of Wednesday, Dec. 10, over 50 children took the opportunity to shop for gifts for Mom (or Dad, or grandparents....) Twice Nice volunteer Jacquie Bonnett says, “The first year we had it just as a trial and it wasn’t as successful that year, but we tweaked some things and tried it again for a second year, and last year it was a very good success, with around 30 children.” Heading into the 2024 event, Twice Nice Volunteers start putting donated
items away early in the year. “Occasionally we get brand new items still in their original boxes, and we set those aside for this night.” She says Christmas decor is also popular with the pint-sized shoppers, as well as books. Bonnett says each child that comes into the store during the event receives $5 in Twice Nice money (Monopoly money) to spend. They are free to spend more, if they want, but that’s enough to purchase nearly anything in the store. Parents can come in to accompany the children but are not allowed to shop that night. Volunteer ‘personal shoppers’ are on hand to help the children make their selections, too. Bonnett says it’s a very popular event with the volunteers, who go away feeling as happy as the
hours time getting the store ready. kids. “We’re so blessed with good people There’s a lot of prep work that goes into a night like this, with volunteers working and donating their gently showing up as soon as the store closed used items.” She says one day while the store was on Tuesday, and working to transform the stock with all the items they’ve open the outdoor bins were emptied 10 times as donations kept rolling in. been saving. After such a big success this year, she Bonnett says the event is offered as a service to the community, adding, says the shopping night will definitely “And we mean the entire Flagstaff be back next Christmas. “We’ve already received some really Community.” She says probably a majority of the great feedback from this week’s shopchildren were from Killam but that a ping event.” Twice Nice also donates free swims few were from other communities, too. Once each shopper found the perfect at the Killam Pool at various times durgift, they also received free gift-wrap- ing the year. The organizations also supports a ping with a Christmas bag or box. We will reopen Tuesday, Aug. 6 at Bonnett says most everything used family sports fund through Flagstaff 9 a.m. andand our Community next edition Family Services to came from donated gift-bags or wrap. help kids coverWedneday. the costs of dues “And we have such wonderful vol- be will still published Aug.and 7 to play sports unteers,” Bonnett says. “They put in a equipment Ad deadlines will benecessary noon Tuesday, Aug. 6 in lot of hours, including a lot of after- the region.
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The first weekend of Sparkle in the Park is in the books! I hope you have a chance to go for a drive through! If not, it's open again this Wednesday evening, Dec. 18, following the CHSPS Christmas Concert and then again over the weekend, and on Dec. 24. All proceeds go to the Flagstaff Food Bank. And there's two loops this year! It's always nice to see so many local businesses and organizations participate, brave the cold, and set up decorations. Thank you also to all the volunteers working the gate! We met Santa and the Grinch! The Twice Nice store in Killam hosted a children's shopping night. It was a busy evening for the store with lots of happy faces! Thanks for this amazing opportunity. Twice Nice is also sponsoring some upcoming public swim events at the pool during Christmas break. Thanks for spreading Christmas cheer! The Sedgewick and Lougheed United Church Choir is busy rehearsing for their Christmas Eve service in Lougheed at the Community Hall. Everyone is welcome to attend. A couple weekends ago Heisler hosted their Christmas market and in combination offered some fun community events. Free bowling and archery, wagon rides, and hot chocolate. I've been meaning to check out archery for a while and so we finally did. The instructor Derek was very knowledgeable and welcoming, safety a number one priority. We all gave it a go and had great fun. I don't know another county with as many things to offer as Flagstaff County. It's incredible the
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Sparkle in the Park at Sedgewick Lake Park dazzles with fantastic opening weekend Leslie Cholowsky Editor
The fifth annual Sparkle in the Park at Sedgewick Lake Park started this weekend, on Friday, Dec. 13, running through Saturday and Sunday. The Sedgewick Lake Park Board sponsors the event, where they rent powered camping spaces and decorate them for Christmas. Decorating started this year before the snow hit, as the park opened mid November for three straight days of decorating, which carried on right up until days before it opened to the public. @This year the Sedgewick FRESS Station volunteer firefighters again, greeting and directing visitors, and accepting the donations of food and money.
Visitors to the park are asked to donate food or cash to the Flagstaff Food Bank in lieu of an entrance fee. Over the first weekend visitors donated $2,000 and 791 pounds of food. Santa and the Grinch even showed up to hang around and generally The park will be open next weekend, on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and then this year, for the first time, will also be open on Dec. 24. Visitors can choose to park and walk through the park, from 5 p.m. to 5:45 p.m., and it is open for vehicles from 6 until 9 p.m. There are two loops this year, with more decorated spots open and so much to see that you nearly have to go through twice just to make sure you caught it all.
Clockwise from above: The Killam RCMP Detachment had an adorable display. Brandywine and Brew had a tip of the glass to the holiday season, and the Sedgewick Public Library had a warm and cozy fireplace complete with books and stockings. This is only a small sampling of what’s in the park this year, make sure to put it on your calendar as it’s not to be missed!
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FFCS knows the holidays aren’t easy for everyone Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Flagstaff Family and Community Services released an informational poster this week titled “The holidays aren’t easy for everyone.” Future Director Stacey McLennan says there are ways that we can support one another in our communities. This can be especially meaningful this time of year. She suggests checking in on others, “A simple
phone call or message can brighten someone’s day. Reach out to a family member, neighbour, or friend who may be struggling. She also says it’s important to support local giving efforts; “Donate food to local drives, or if within your means, make a financial contribution to a non-profit. “Even small contributions can make a big impact for families in need.” McLennan also recommends shopping with purpose. “Consider supporting local businesses or choosing gifts from local creators.”
Finally, she says, “If someone shares that they are struggling, help connect them to support services to take the steps they need to access resources. “Together, we can make the holidays a little brighter for everyone in our community.” Mental wellness experts say that sometimes people can put too much pressure on themselves to create the perfect, joyful Christmas seen on television and movies. “In fact, the holidays can be some of the unhappiest times of the year, a feeling that is exacerbated by continual pressure to be happy and merry. “Having a happy holiday or merry Christmas doesn’t come easy to everyone, so be gentle and kind to yourself, too. Don’t force yourself to do things. Take breaks. Rest. Do something just for you. Treating yourself is an essential act of self-care. “During the holiday’s challenging times, it is easy to feel a little overwhelmed by life. “As a result, negative feelings can creep in, making it difficult to see the positives. “However, cultivating the practice of gratitude can help to alleviate some of these feelings and remind you to focus on the simple things in life and what you are thankful for.”
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OPINION
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News from the Legislature LETTER TO THE EDITOR Jackie Lovely Canadian citizens demand integrity MLA for Camrose Constituency foreign interests that tices. Dear Editor; Politicians are elect- are destroying our Canadian citizens Alberta’s government is committed to empowering the next generation, and its country. ed by citizens to man-With are very intelligent partnership with 4-H Alberta reflects that dedication. the recent investment of Canadian (Sustainable citizens age the civil servants and are through becoming $731,162.27 Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership CAP) funding, Alberta is ensuring that more young people can gain lifelong loymore frustrated with and the bureaucracy, demand integrity,skills, while ineptitude connecting urban ruralenlarge communities in meaningful ways.transparency Over the next it beyond alty, and the andand not five years, this funding will support three impactful programs that underscore the deception of politi- all reason, and direct it from our politicians, importance of agriculture, mental health, and safety. cians, bureaucrats and to lie to protect politi- civil servants, bureauFor more than a century, 4-H Alberta has been at the forefront of youth developcianswith hands-on and other experiences. civil crats, senators ment,servants. providing young Albertans learning The skills and they bureaucrats. Politicians are elect-to leadership contractors. acquire, from teamwork to a deep respect for the agricultural roots of Alberta, are invaluable. ensures these learning opportunities not Politicians arethat elected by citizens to takeThis funding Canadian citizens only continue but expand to reach even more youth across the province. care of our country, ed by citizens to pro- will have the final the most exciting aspects of this initiativeand is the word. focus on building connectect our borders notOne to offunnel citizen's tions between Alberta’s rural and urban youth. In today’s world, where many young money to friends or society, not import terCanadian Citizen people grow up in urban settings with limited exposure to agriculture, there is an and support other corrupt prac- rorists Duane Keller increasing need to reconnect young Albertans with their province’s agricultural heritage. Through the Intro to 4-H Program, youth from cities and towns will have opportunities to learn about farming, ranching, and the hard work involved in bringing food from field to table. This program is designed to cultivate understanding, respect, curiosity about by providing real-life, experience-based This isand the time of year we agriculture celebrate small businesses in Canada, and here in learning opportunities. Flagstaff County we have quite a lot to celebrate. With the launch the Agriculture and Mental Health Workshop, the govIn Alberta, aboutof96 per cent of allSafety businesses are small businesses. ernment is also investing in a critical, often-overlooked area: mental health and safety In 2021, 87 per cent of Alberta’s businesses had fewer than five employees, nine in agriculture. Farming and ranching can be isolating and demanding professions, per cent had between five and 19 employees, and three per cent had over 20 but withthan unique less 99. challenges that affect mental well-being. This program, designed for both rural and urban youth, emphasizes the importance of farm safety while providSmall businesses have the ability to build a community in a way that larger coring mental health education through equine therapy; a form of therapy known for its porations never can. Customers come to know the staff, the owners, and build effectiveness in reducing stress and anxiety. Teaching youth about mental health in relationships with them. Small businesses are generally known for a higher qualagriculture not only prepares them for challenges they may face in the field but also ity of service. That’s a key reason to support local small business. fosters empathy and understanding for those already working in the industry. You also have to take into account how small businesses support their commuTo further support mental health in agriculture, 4-H Alberta’s Spring Senior nities, and that’s not a on small thing stigma here inand rural Alberta. mental health awareness Symposium will focus reducing promoting We hear the phrase ‘shop local’ so many times, and it’s neverasmore important within farming communities. This program is especially critical it addresses the than now. Our communities are very much Small businesses in barriers that prevent farmers from seeking helpinterdependent. and aims to instill resilience and supthe community can afford to give back to their communities because of the support networks for those entering the agricultural field. For Alberta’s youth, these lesport receive. sons they in mental health are just as crucial as the technical skills of agriculture, helping that support dries individuals up or goes who away, too doesfor their ability to toIfcreate well-rounded aresoprepared all aspects of give. rural life. Shopping keeps money inCAP the funding, community. Theregovernment is power inhas our dolIn additionlocally to this new Sustainable Alberta’s shown its longstanding commitment to 4-Hevery Alberta by providing an“The annual operating grant lars, and you make a choice with dollar you spend. consciousness of of $1 million for a decade, beginning in 2020. This commitment ensures stability for the impact of those choices we’re making is really important,” says Teara Fraser theIskwee organization and the thousands youths it serves each year. of Air, a small BC air travelofcompany. Programs like these teach agricultural they instill values and rural build By supporting our don’t small just local businesses, we skills in turn support our small a bridge between Alberta’sbusiness future and its proud heritage. Alberta’s government is communities. Supporting owners means supporting families, and they proud to support 4-H Alberta, reinforcing its role as an essential platform for youth go on to support a myriad of other things in the community. development, agricultural and mental health awareness. Through these Take a minute this weekeducation, and celebrate local business people, who work hard, initiatives, Alberta is ensuring that the next generation will not only sustain but also who employ our friends and neighbours, and who put a whole lot more into the enhance the legacy of agriculture that defines our province. community than they take! Jackie Lovely, MLA Camrose Constituency Email: camrose@assembly.ab.ca
Time to applaud small business
Dear Editor: through storytelling and portrayal of Local newspapers remain an essential people and events. Community newspapart of community life, especially for res- pers are also important for stimulating idents of smaller towns and communi- the economy – they provide advertising ties. Studies in the rural Canadian for local businesses thus connecting them prairies show that they are the most with customers in their own community. trusted news source when compared to Often community newspapers are the television news, internet websites and lone agents covering town council meetsocial media platforms. court proceedings and other localI As we prepare to celebrate the birth ofings, Jesus Christ this Christmas season, In Alberta, surveys indicate 80 per cent public gatherings. Reliable media coverwish for renewal, hope, and joy to all who are reading this. While this season is of respondents read their local newspa- age keeps elected officials accountable a time of celebration, it also offers an opportunity for reflection on the events of per weekly. This percentage has not and forces decision-makers to operate the past year. dropped since 2005, indicating that within the view of the public. Where These events - both joyful and challenging - form the memories we carry with younger residents are reading local newspapers have closed, studies in the us. And while I pray most of your memories are filled with joy, it is often the difnewspapers with the same interest as United States show increased rates of ficult moments which bring us closer together, strengthening the bonds we share their older counterparts. corruption among politicians. with our families, friends, and communities. Local newspapers are key in letting Additionally, newspapers hold businessThis know has not been an easy - economic and political challenges here to at people what is going on year in their es and other community organizations home, war and unrest in many places around the world. As your MP, I have community. They provide information so account on social, ethical, and environheard about these knowledgeable challenges fromdeciyou. Imental can assure you; this feedback has only citizens can make issues. strengthened my resolve to and work for the change countryisneeds. Difficult persions about key local issues studies Localour journalism a public good that sonal that times drawwho us closer to those we love and there is power this unity we show adults read local newspabenefits everyone andinneeds to beas suppers in municipal elections at ported by individuals, governments and face participate shared challenges. higher rates than those do not. beacon By the We need The Christmas story who is a shining ofprivate hope - sector. a reminder that,toinsubscribe times of publicizing to our local newspapers and keep hardship orcommunity weariness,events, we canthey turnalso to Jesus for guidance and strength. Thisreadseapromote participation in community life, ing and engaging with issues and son encourages us to lean on one another, to embody His grace, and to offer a and increase sense of belonging helping hand to those in need.and con- encourage our friends and family to do nection among local residents. the but same. For many, this time of year is one of joy, for others, it can be a period of Local newspapers can also be the cataWe also need encourage our as govloneliness and increased stress. As such, please take thistoholiday season an lyst for social change when they uplift ernments to support communityopportunity to come together, share the love of Jesus, and support one another in voices that would otherwise go unheard. centered journalism. We need news our communities and families. As our community did for my family when we Toronto news media reported on how the agencies that work with citizens to find experienced with the sudden and unexpected loss of my father. police practice of carding (stopping, out what their information needs are and Let’s reflect on the life and hope we find in the birth of Jesus. Let's share genquestioning and documenting those who how best to meet these needs to build erosity and compassion, especially with those need. Whether it's supporting have committed no offence) was disprobetterincommunities. Governments cana local food bank, lending a helping hand, or visiting a neighbour with some fresh portionately affecting Black and support newspapers by keeping adverbaking, each act,Coverage even small ones,newscan make a big difference. Indigenous men. in local tising spends local, but they must also Let's amplified also remember those who mayoffindremain Christmas especially difficult this year papers the advocacy efforts at arm’s length to protect the in our communities: those serving in our Canadian Armed Forces away from Black and Indigenous community independence of the media and maintain loved ones, our police,led firetodepartments, emergency services, those who groups and eventually passing of and non-partisan reporting of and events. are facing loneliness loss. May hope we of Christmas andour the newspastrength provincial legislation or banning the they prac-feel the Finally, need to keep tice. pers accountable. We need them to pubof our community. Community newspapers lish in accurate varied content In the midst of challenges,encourage the hope found the birthand of Jesus rings true. and open dialogue and debate about imporensure that diverse voices are heard. From Danielle, myself, and my boys, Merry Christmas to you all, and may We the tant and reduce politi-andexpect oureveryone newspapers to adhere ethi-Newcommunity Year bringissues blessings of renewal hope to across Battle to River cal polarization by exposing people to cal journalism practices and provide us Crowfoot and Canada! different perspectives. They are impor- with unbiased reporting. 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RCMP Report Three stolen vehicles in region, complaint of shots fired Killam RCMP Detachment Report for the period of Friday, Nov. 29 to Thursday, Dec. 12 Friday, Nov. 29 A burnt vehicle was reported on the roadway near Galahad. Members attended. Vehicle was stolen out of Edmonton. Registered Owner was notified and vehicle towed. No witnesses or suspects. A report was made of a suspicious female walking around not dressed for winter. Members found the intoxicated female. Subject was arrested for public intoxication and held in cells till morning. Members dealt with a complaint of uttering threats. Complainant had received a threatening voicemail from the Subject regarding a vehicle that was sold to a friend. Member did safety planning with the Complainant. Crown Saturday, Nov. 30 An 800 hp electric motor was reported stolen from a well site and drug north from RR 124. No witnesses or suspects. Sunday, Dec. 1 A truck was reported stolen. The Complainant was away working and came home and the 2008 Tan Ford Ranger was stolen out of his yard. Window was also broken at the residence. No witnesses or suspects. Monday, Dec. 2 A power truck was reported going into the ditch on Hwy 13. Uncontrolled driving reported prior to the vehicle entering the ditch. Member located vehicle. Driver not impaired but had a medical episode. Company arranged tow. Wednesday, Dec. 4 Report of damage to a back hoe parked at an Energy site. No witnesses or suspects. An attempted theft of cables from an oil lease site was reported. Mem-
bers attended site. No witnesses or suspects. A burnt vehicle on RR 133. Members attended scene. Photos taken and vehicle towed. No witnesses or suspects. Thursday, Dec. 5 A theft of truck was reported in Daysland. Members attended scene. Surveillance reviewed. No witnesses or suspects. Stolen gas, battery, oil and licence plate was stolen from a truck that broke down and left on the highway. No witnesses or suspects. Friday, Dec. 6 A complaint was made of a suspicious vehicle with cable hanging out the back. Members patrolled. Vehicle not found. A report was made of a male running through a yard in Alliance and dropping his top. Member attended. Nothing was stolen or broken into. An abandoned vehicle was located in bushes in a field on RR 153. Vehicle was reported stolen. Member attended and towed the vehicle. Saturday, Dec. 7 A truck was reported stolen. Keys left in it and vehicle unlocked. Patrols made by Killam Members. Vehicle located by Coronation RCMP. Truck was buried and destroyed. A Member was patrolling and came across a vehicle with no headlights on. Traffic stop initiated. Driver could not provide valid insurance or registration. Driver ticketed and vehicle towed. A report was made of possible two shots fired in Hardisty. Members patrolled. Nothing seen or heard. Thursday, Dec. 12 Two vehicles were observed coming from a lease site where a break in had occurred. One vehicle recovered and one suspect arrested and charged in relation to the break and enter. Subject was remanded to Ed-
monton Remand Center. A break and enter was reported at the Flagstaff waste transfer site near Forestburg. Appears that truck drove through the fence. Officers unsure exactly what was stolen. Approximately $2,000 in damage done to the gate. No witnesses or suspects. Also reported and attended to by Killam RCMP were: 1 – Abandoned Vehicle 1 – Assault 1 - Assistance to Canadian Federal Dept/Agency 1 - Assistance to RCMP Agency 1 - Assistance to Canadian Provincial/Territorial Dept/Agency 1 – Child Welfare Act 4 - Coroner’s Act-Sudden Death 1 – Harassing Communications 1 - Items Lost/Found – 1 - Mental Health Act 1 - Moving Traffic – Speeding Violations 2 – Other Moving Traffic Violations 6 - Other Non-Moving Traffic 3 Other Provincial/Territorial
Statutes (not otherwise specified) - Other Activities 1 – Sexual Assault 11 - Traffic Collisions 1 - Trespass Act 2 - Wellbeing Check
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MINOR HOCKEY REPORT Waddell gets the hat-trick for U11 Jets Kerry Anderson These are some of the results from Minor Hockey League games held recently. (Please note that scores and scoring is taken from the websites, and some game scores and scoring is dependent on proper league entries.) Hughenden U11 Female Jets (6-2-0) beat Wainwright 3-2 at Central Sports Gardens on Sunday. The teams exchanged goals all contest long with Jets Isla Waddell scoring the winner with 13:52 remaining. It was her hat trick marker. Picking up assists in the game were; Ellin Oh, Peyton Flynn, Gracie Prokopetz, and Julianne Leskow. Battle River U11 Female Knights (2-6-0) beat Mallaig on Saturday 8-4 at Killam Arena. BR was led by Brielle Leslie’s four goal and 5point game. Other scorers were; Taylor Child (1g 1a), Brianna Rahmoun (1g), Destiny Schmutz (1g), Blakeley Hardon (1g), and Henley Armstrong (1a). Aubree Thomson picked up the win in goal. Hughenden U13 Female Jets (6-3-1) skated to a 4-4 tie on the road on Saturday against Lloydminster. Down 3-0 in the first frame, Jets fought back finally tying the contest with 4:11 remaining. Maris Amundson scored twice, with Fallyn Sorken (1g 1a), and Holly Motley adding the others. Elouise Armstrong and Sarah Mackie shared goaltending duties. Battle River U18 Female Knights (11-0-1) won two games over the weekend. On Saturday at Killam Arena, BR downed Fort McMurray 4-1. Emma Galletly (2g 1a)
and Surai Thomson (1g 2a) both had 3-point games for BR. Mercedeze Wildeman also scored. Assists went to: Kherington Paterson, Emma Tuftin and Keeley Sorken. Maddison Eckstrand got the win in goal. On Sunday, the Knights beat Fort McMurray 7-4 at Killam led by Surai Thomson’s hat trick and 4-point game. Other scorers were; Paige Zimmer (2g 1a), Mercedeze Wildeman (1g 1a), and Emma Galletly. Assists went to; Brooke Allard, Evan Wallace, Caylin Brumwell, and Keeley Sorken. Maddison got the win in goal. Hughenden U13 Jets (7-6-1) dropped two games over the weekend, 7-6 at home on Saturday against Lloydminster and 5-4 at Mallaig on Sunday. At home, Jets had a 40 lead well into the second before things went
south. Reid Walters (2g 2a) had a 4-point game and Liam Flynn scored twice as well. Jacob Redekop (1g 1a) and Laine Ference added the others. Assists went to; Ryan Carson, Grady Anhorn and Myer Bombersback. Scoring on Sunday was shared by; Reid Walters, Liam Flynn, Reuben Congdon and Dallas Holte. Laine Ference and Myer Bomersback gathered assists. Battle River U11 Knights (2-3-1) beat Thorsby 5-3 at Sedgewick on Saturday led by Ashton Rahmoun’s 4-goal game. Also scoring was Braiden Kueber. Assists went to; William Brodie, Wyatt Jackson and William Moser. Hudson Cox got the win between the pipes. Battle River U13 (2-30) won a 3-2 game against Camrose on Saturday at Sedgewick. Jordan Cherowka, Luke
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Freadrich and Jacob Kinzer scored. Assists went to; Liam Vanderkooi, and Grady Bergseth. Lane Jackson got the win in goal. Battle River U18 (4-20) lost 7-2 on Friday against 3Cs at Sedgewick with Tanner
Quinton (1g 1a) and Brody Wallner scoring. Assists went to; Braxten Kueber, Lucas Docksteader and Bradley Skoberg. On Saturday BR beat Airdrie 5-2 at Sedgewick. Scoring for BR were; Miller Quinton
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FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER The following properties located in Flagstaff County are offered for sale by tender, subject to the restrictions, reservations and non-financial obligations in the existing Certificates of Title: PARCEL 1 MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 11 TOWNSHIP 42 SECTION 18 ALL THAT PORTION OF THE SOUTH HALF WHICH IS NOT COVERED BY ANY OF THE WATERS OF GOOSE LAKE AS SHOWN ON A PLAN OF SURVEY OF THE SAID TOWNSHIP SIGNED AT OTTAWA ON THE 18TH DAY OF DECEMBER A.D. 1906, CONTAINING 68.4 HECTARES (169.10 ACRES) MORE OR LESS EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS 110 +/- cultivated acres and 59 +/- pasture acres. PARCEL 2 THE SOUTH EAST QUARTER OF SECTION THIRTEEN (13) TOWNSHIP FORTY TWO (42) RANGE TWELVE (12) WEST OF THE FOURTH MERIDIAN, IN THE SAID PROVINCE AS SHOWN ON A PLAN OF SURVEY OF THE SAID TOWNSHIP SIGNED AT OTTAWA ON THE 17TH DAY OF DECEMBER A.D., 1906 CONTAINING 64.3 HECTARES (159 ACRES) MORE OR LESS EXCEPTING THEREOUT: HECTARES (ACRES) MORE OR LESS A) PLAN 5273 T - ROAD 0.445 1.10 B) PLAN 9323601 - DESCRIPTIVE 2.47 6.10 EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AND THE RIGHT TO WORK THE SAME 140 +/- cultivated acres and 19 +/- acres yard site containing house (1980), detached double garage, 40x64 machine shed, 30x50 barn with tin roof, 3 steel bins and other outbuildings. PARCEL 3 DESCRIPTIVE PLAN 9323601 LOT 1 EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 2.47 HECTARES (6.1 ACRES) MORE OR LESS 6.1 +/- acres part of SE 13-42-12 W4. No adjustment for 2025 property taxes which will be paid in full by any successful purchaser. The owners and any successful purchaser agree to split the cost of any “gap title insurance” necessary to complete this transaction.
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Tenders in sealed envelopes marked “Kelndorfer/Larson Tender” with the tenderers GST number and accompanied by a bank draft payable to Andreassen Borth in trust for 5% of the amount of the tender, must be delivered before 12 noon on January 17, 2025 to the office of Andreassen Borth at PO Box 727, 5014 – 50 Street, Killam, AB T0B 2L0, phone 780-385-3670. Interested parties must bid on all three parcels as a package. Tenders will not be opened in public. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid to Andreassen Borth on or before February 28, 2025. Tenders are irrevocable and shall remain open until dealt with by the offices of Andreassen Borth. If a successful tenderer does not complete the purchase after acceptance of that tender, their deposit shall be forfeited. The highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. The owners reserve the right to reject any and all tenders. Deposits received from unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them as soon as possible. For further information call Karen at 780-386-2483.
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Santa Daze train brings visitors from all over Alberta Diane Dammann Alliance P. 780-879-3970 E. petendia@gmail.com
Well, Santa Daze is behind us. It was quite the party. The train was full with 76 passengers coming from places like Elk Point, St Albert, and Wetaskiwin. Santa was on the hayride to meet the train. The market in the hall had vendors with wood crafted products, crystals, baking, paintings, cards, crochet, Avon, beef, pork and lamb. There was a giant turkey in a wheelbarrow. The turkey was so big that the wheelbarrow was a smart option. The contest to guess the weight of the bird and then win it provided
some interesting speculation. It weighed 36 pounds, five ounces. Anita Cameron was the winner. Bob Rombough won the 50/50 draw which was over $100. The parade of lights at 5 p.m. had nine entries including the EMS, RCMP and firetruck. At the Sports Grounds, the bonfire roasted a good many wieners. The cookie decorating was very popular with the young crowd. There were eight rounds of curling (turkey toss) and two rounds of bowling for a turkey. Several turkeys went home on the train. The Fire Dancers put on an exciting show which was followed by a long fireworks display. The “All Aboard” could be heard at the
arena to call the passengers to the hayride for the trip back to the train. The museum gained some train memorabilia in the form of dishes for the station museum, courtesy of Ken Jones, a train enthusiast from Sherwood Park who was working on the train on Saturday. Ken is one of the volunteers for Friends of Battle River Rail Excursions. We could do with some more volunteers. Let me know if you would like to join us. The East Central Alberta Choir sang in Alliance on Sunday afternoon. They have four performances after several weeks of practice. They say they love to sing. They do it so well. At WI on Wednesday, we played a contest to see who did something
no one else had done. It revealed that among us was a world champion softball player, a backpacker who toured Europe, an acquaintance of a queen, a fish farmer, and two twins. I will go through a lot of cookies this week, some to the cantata, some to the aqua size party on Tuesday, and some to the Library Cookie exchange also on Tuesday. The Senior Drop In is hosting a drop in potluck for Boxing Day at the Senior Centre in the basement of the Rec Centre. Anyone is welcome to attend, not just members. Don’t sit home alone, come share your presence with others. See you all at the New Year’s Dance. We hope to try a square dance or two. I wish all of you loyal
Daysland residents looking forward to an exciting weekend of holiday activity Celeste Ewan Daysland & Area E. daysland.ab.news@gmail.com
All the Christmas dynamics are falling into place, with cold temperatures, snow, two bake sales this last week, and many Christmas crafts such as cards, paintings, and more that have taken place across Daysland, we will enter our busiest most christmassy weekend yet. Soon Daysland puts on the parade of lights, wagon rides hosting Santa, as well as hot chocolate and hotdogs to enjoy over conversation and memories. There will also be judging of the town-wide
colouring contest and the “Light up the town” winners will be chosen! Saturday is also Daysland’s Fire Department Food Drive, so keep your eyes and ears open as they make their way across town. If you’re able to contribute, have your donations ready and if you’re not home put them out where the team can see them. Let us see our town help out our community and those who need it the most. We take care of each other here! A huge rave to the Christmas elf that showed up to the rink this weekend handing out christmas cheer and candy canes! This isn't the only good deed this elf does throughout our
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We can all take advantage of this by setting up electronic billing, or feel free to stop in and pick up your bills. Our last two weeks of December our garbage collection days will be on Tuesdays (24th and 31st), very convenient! (See the ad in this week’s paper for the full Flagstaff Waste Christmas schedule.” Also if you have any news, celebrations, or successes, thank yous or shout outs to give someone in our community or to share with our readers, reach out and share the news! You can reach me at Daysland.ab.news@ gmail.com. ‘Til next week!
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Pursuant to section 606 of the Municipal Government Act, a Council must give notice of certain bylaws, resolutions, meetings, public hearings or other things by advertising in a newspaper or other publication circulating in the area, mailing or delivering a notice to every residence in the affected area or by another method provided for in a bylaw under section 606.1 Pursuant to section 606. 1 ( 1 ) of the Municipal Government Act, a council may, by bylaw, provide for one or more methods, which may include electronic means, for advertising proposed bylaws, resolutions, meetings. public hearings and other things referred to in section 606. The Town of Sedgewick Council, at their October 17th, 2024 regular council meeting, gave the first reading to Bylaw 606 that would allow for advertising in electronic means as well as other locations. To view the completed proposed Bylaw 606, please visit the Town of Sedgewick website, or contact the Town of Sedgewick office and a copy can be emailed or mailed to you. Please note that this bylaw is Petitionable, meaning the electorate has the right to petition against the Bylaw. A sufficient petition requires 10% of the population and must be completed and submitted to the CAO within 60 Days of January 1, 2025. Town Council will consider final reading once the 60-day window has passed. Town of Sedgewick Box 129 4818-47 Street Sedgewick, AB TOB 4CO
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Commemorating the Battle of the Bulge 80 years later Leslie Cholowsky Editor
As many American military units, veterans, and Europeans acknowledged the 80th anniversary of the first day of the Battle of the Bulge this weekend, Canadians can also be proud of our part in that battle. The Battle of the Bulge is said to have been ‘the greatest battle America fought’ during WWII. Canadian accounts of the battle say, “Its origins lay with Adolf Hitler, who hoped to split Allied forces in the west with a Blitzkrieg-like assault aimed at the recently opened port of Antwerp. “Three German armies assembled in secret to strike through the Ardennes, a forested and hilly region located where the French, Belgian, Luxembourg, and German borders meet. “The Ardennes was a quiet sector, and the Germans managed to push American troops back in the first days, creating a bulge in the Allied line. “Most will be familiar with the story of the 101st Airborne Division’s stand at Bastogne and General George S. Patton’s successful relief effort. “By late January, the Americans had eliminated the bulge and restored the line but at the cost of 75,000 casualties. “The Germans suffered just as heavily - between 65,000 and 85,000 - costing them valuable reserves for the coming invasion of Germany by the Allies. “The First Canadian Army was responsible for the city of Antwerp. If the German spearhead had gotten closer, the Canadians and their British allies would have had to stop it. They would have also expected a local supporting attack through the Netherlands. “In the days after the battle began, Canadian troops in the Nijmegen salient received word of the German offensive. “In some cases, the army postponed Christ-
mas celebrations in case of a German attack. The Queen’s Own Rifles of Canada did not have Christmas dinner until Dec. 29th and 30th. “The 1st Canadian Parachute Battalion, which last saw combat that August, had an entirely different experience. “On Christmas Eve they rushed to Folkstone, on the English Channel, and prepared to sail for Belgium with the rest of the 6th Division. “They were going to jump us in,” Private Merv Loucks recalled. “But the weather was so bad they couldn’t fly, so we went in as ground troops.” “On January 2, 1945,
the battalion took up positions near Rochefort, near the easternmost extent of the German advance. They remained in the area for two weeks, holding and taking back ground from the retreating German forces. “Finally, the Royal Canadian Air Force fought in the Battle of the Bulge. On December 21, Air Marshal Sir Arthur Coningham, commander of the 2nd Tactical Air Force, placed all of his fighter-bombers at the Americans’ disposal. “Flight Lieutenant Harry Hardy, whose Typhoon was damaged in a strafing attack on Christmas Day, had to bail out of his plane during the
battle. “When the snow stopped … we went down there to help their [American] Thunderbolts,” he said. “Canadian fighter pilots also engaged a resurgent Luftwaffe in December and January. They tangled with Messerschmitt 262s, the sleek new German jet fighter, and endured a large air attack on Allied aerodromes on New Year’s Day 1945.” An allied counterattack in early January pushed the Germans back. By the end of that month, the Allies had regained the positions they’d held just six weeks earlier. After that, the Allies advanced steadily, and in early spring, crossed the
border into the heart of Germany. On May 8, 1945, WWII in Europe came to an end. It’s estimated that 200,000 members of the First Canadian Army were in Europe at the time of V-E (Victory in Europe) day, along with 35 RCAF fighter and
fighter-bomber squadrons, and 250 Royal Canadian Navy warships. In Bastogne, Belgium one of many ceremonies was held on the weekend, to commemorate one of the most important and deadly WWII battles that helped decide the outcome of the war.
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Sedgewick Curling Club hosts Farmers’ Bonspiel
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The Sedgewick Curling Club held its annual Farmers’ Bonspiel last week, starting Tuesday, Dec. 10. The A Event Winners were the team of: Cody Miller, Chad Miller, Jeff Eckstrand, and Maddie Eckstrand. This year’s B Event winners were Chuck Livingston, Ian MacEachern, Crest Maertz, and Marilyn Maertz. Taking the C Event was the team of Jeff Northey, Tim Jones, David Hihn, and Bill Wildey. (Photos and names not in order).
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SEALED TENDERS will be received at the Flagstaff County office at 12435 Twp Rd 442, Sedgewick, Alberta up to 11:00 a.m. on January 20, 2025. for the following construction work:
Flagstaff County invites bids for the sale of the following two used graders. When bidding, please bid on each grader separately. Grouped bids will not be accepted.
Bridge File 01459 (NW 18-42-11W4M) located 25 km south of Sedgewick on Rge Rd 120. Work includes removal of the existing 8.5 m HC girder bridge on a treated timber substructure and replacement with a new 6.0 m SL-510 girder bridge on a steel substructure. Tenders may be obtained through the Alberta Purchasing Connection website at: www.purchasingconnection.ca. The owner reserves the right to accept or reject any or all tenders and to waive irregularities and informalities at its discretion. Mr. Jonathan Dahl Municipal Services Director Flagstaff County
2020 872GP John Deere Grader – Ser. # IDW872GPLLF703076. Grader comes with 16’ moldboard, 17.5R25 Snowplus tires, blade lift accumulators and a BESL 12’ mastless snow wing with hydraulic push pole. Current hours: 7,380. Estimated hours as of February 10th, 2025: 7,500. The front Lift group and Hydraulic angle dozer are not included in the sale of this grader. Guaranteed trade-in: $206,700.00. 2020 872GP John Deere Grader – Ser. # IDW872GPHKF703031. Grader comes with 16’ moldboard, 17.5R25 Snowplus tires, blade lift accumulators and a 12’ mastless snow wing with hydraulic push pole. Current hours: 7,030. Estimated hours as of February 10th, 2025: 7,400. The front lift group and hydraulic angle dozer are not included in the sale of this grader. Guaranteed trade-in: $206,700.00. These graders can be viewed on our website at www.flagstaff.ca or call Kevin Kinzer to make arrangements for viewing. These graders will be sold on an “as is” basis. Hours of operation may vary slightly at time of sale. Please note that Flagstaff County will be closed from December 24th, 2024 to January 1st, 2025. There will be no viewing during this time. Bids must be submitted on a tender form. Download a tender form from our website at www.flagstaff.ca or contact our Administration Office at 780-384-4123 to receive a tender form. All bids must be delivered in a sealed envelope marked “USED GRADERS” to the Flagstaff County Administration Office, 12435 Twp Rd 442, Sedgewick, Alberta. Closing date for bidding on graders is Friday, January 3, 2025 at 11:00:00 a.m. MST. The highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Graders will be available for purchase/pick-up during the week of February 10th, 2025. For further information, please contact: Kevin Kinzer, Shop Supervisor, at 780-384-4106.
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NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT Notice is hereby given that the Development Officer has issued a development permit in accordance with the Land Use By-Law No. 01/23 for the following development: 2592871 Alberta Ltd. of Galahad, AB to place a Convenience Store & Renovations to Eating & Drinking Establishment, Hotel (Hamlet General District) on 101 Sir Galahad Street, Galahad, AB. (Plan 3010BO, Block 2, Lots 1-3) Any person who deems to be affected by the Development may appeal the decision to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board no later than 4:00 p.m. on January 2, 2025. Appeals are to be filed, in writing, with Flagstaff County, Box 358, Sedgewick, Alberta T0B 4C0, Attn: Shelly Armstrong, CAO. The Notice of Appeal must include the legal description of the land proposed for development and the reasons for appeal. Appeals must include a non-refundable Subdivision and Development Appeal fee of $300. Should an appeal be received against this decision, the permit shall not come into effect until the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board has issued its decision. December 11, 2024 Date of Decision
December 11, 2024 Date of Issue of Development Permit
Karen Burnand, Development Officer
NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT Notice is hereby given that the Development Officer has issued a development permit in accordance with the Land Use By-Law No. 01/23 for the following development: Surinder Sandhu & Jaspreet Sindhu of Rollyview, AB to place a “Change in Use” of Drinking establishment to Eating & drinking establishment, Alcohol Retail Sales (Hamlet General District) on 5018 – 50th Avenue, Strome, AB (RN67, 3, 19-23) Any person who deems to be affected by the Development may appeal the decision to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board no later than 4:00 p.m. on January 2, 2025. Appeals are to be filed, in writing, with Flagstaff County, Box 358, Sedgewick, Alberta T0B 4C0, Attn: Shelly Armstrong, CAO. The Notice of Appeal must include the legal description of the land proposed for development and the reasons for appeal. Appeals must include a non-refundable Subdivision and Development Appeal fee of $300. Should an appeal be received against this decision, the permit shall not come into effect until the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board has issued its decision. December 11, 2024 Date of Decision
December 11, 2024 Date of Issue of Development Permit
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Canada Post strike/lockout comes to an end after Labour Minister calls for a ‘time out’ Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Friday, Dec. 13, was a bad day for CUPW as Federal Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon invoked his authority under the Canada Labour Code to ask the Canada Industrial Relations Board to assess the likelihood of the two parties reaching negotiated agreements by the end of 2024 under the current circumstances. “And if the CIRB considers this unlikely, to order the Canada Post Corporation and all employees represented by CUPW to resume and continue their operations and duties, and to extend the terms of the existing collective agreements until May 22, 2025.” MacKinnon also said, “The ongoing conflict between the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) and Canada Post has reached a critical point. The service disruptions resulting from this conflict have had a significant
impact on Canadians, small businesses, charities, seniors, Indigenous Peoples, as well as more remote territories and communities. “This is particularly difficult during this period when many people rely on postal services to receive essential parcels such as medications and official documents.” Canada Post said Friday it was reviewing the details of Minister MacKinnon’s announcement “to ensure we are prepared to fully participate in the process and comply with the Minister’s directive. “While that unfolds, we look forward to welcoming our employees back to work and serving Canadians and customers. “We will take all appropriate steps to support that process as quickly as possible given the direction provided to us by the Minister. “ CUPW says, “This order continues a
deeply troubling pattern in which successive federal governments have used back-to-work legislation or, in this case, its arbitrary powers to let employers off the hook from bargaining in good faith. “What employer would move on anything when they know the government will bail them out? Once again, the government has chosen capital over workers by taking away our leverage to get a good deal.” The union also said that it has been informed that the CIRB hearing will be held “shortly, possibly as early as this weekend.” An announcement Monday morning said that Canada Post workers would return to work 8 a.m. local time on Tuesday, Dec. 17. MacKinnon said “The CIRB has found that Canada Post and CUPW are unlikely to reach a deal by the end of the year. “The Board has therefore ordered an
extension of the current collective agreements and a resumption of operations.” Workers will enjoy an immediate wage increase. Canada Post said Monday, “While the terms of the existing collective agreements will be extended until May 22, 2025, we also put forward an offer to implement a wage increase of five per cent for employees, which was proposed in the company’s last global offer." The retroactive pay will come in two parts. One is in time for Christmas in the form of an upfront payment of $1,000 for all regular employees and $500 for temporary employees based on a minimum number of hours. The rest will be paid out by the end of January 2025. Canada Post issued a second statement on Monday saying that it would not receive or pick up new product until Thursday, Dec. 19.
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Rough weekend for Wheat Kings with two losses Leslie Cholowsky Editor
The Killam Jr. B Wheat Kings continued to flounder this weekend, hosting the Vermilion Tigers on Friday, Dec. 13 where they lost 10-0 in a one-sided game. Vermilion scored just two in the first period, then four goals in each of the next two periods. The Tigers had 59 shots on goaltender Kailum Grove, compared to just 15 shots for Killam in the game. The next night the team was off to Cold Lake, where they appeared to revive a little, scoring two in a 6-2 loss to the Ice. Cold Lake got on the scoreboard first, but Killam’s Carter Hogman scored on a powerplay, from Carson Leroux and Brady Parchoma, to tie it up 1-all. The Ice scored a powerplay goal of their own near the end of the period to make it 2-1, then another
shortly afterwards to make it 3-1. There was no scoring in the second period. The Ice scored again in the third, to make it 4-1. Hogman scored his second of the night, again on a powerplay, this time from Trey Forster and Chance Reum, to make it 4-2. The Ice scored a minute later to make it 5-2, then in the last seconds of the game for a 6-2 final for Cold Lake. It was a rough game, with misconduct penalties on both side, and a team misconduct for the Wheat Kings in the third period. In all, the two teams racked up 144 penalty minutes over the game. Kailum Grove took the loss in goal; shots were 2827 for Killam. The Lloydminster Bandits currently sit atop the standings, with 35 points and a 17-4-1 record, with the Wainwright Bisons close behind at 34 points at 17-50.
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OBITUARIES
Marlene Anne Wolbeck
July 28, 1940 December 10, 2024 Marlene Wolbeck, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother, and greatgreat grandmother, passed away peacefully
at Seasons care facility in Camrose on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at the age of 84 years. Marlene was born on July 28, 1940 in Edmonton, Alberta, the eldest of six children and only daughter of Norbert and Anne Gau. On July 28, 1959 Marlene was united in marriage to Clifford Wolbeck of Heisler. They lived in Rosalind for three years and then moved to the Gau homestead in 1962 where they farmed for
27 years. In 1989, they semi-retired and moved into Heisler and then in 2008 they fully retired to Daysland at Providence Place. Left to cherish her memory are her five children Ken (Val), Karen (Serge), David (Susanne), Duane (Holly), and Brenda (Jay); seventeen grandchildren; thirty greatgrandchildren; one great-great grandchild; brothers Richard (Dianne), Ralph (Donna),
Gerald (Linda), and Jerome (Lynn); sister-inlaw Cassie; brothers and sisters-in-law, Don (Doreen) Wolbeck, Larry (Norma) Wolbeck, Brian (Deb) Wolbeck), Connie Orr, Geraldine Badry, Anne Wolbeck; and numerous extended family members and friends. Marlene was predeceased by her husband Cliff Wolbeck; her parents Norbert and Anne Gau; and son-in-law Myles Fleming; brother Leo Gau; parents-in-law Otto and Mabel Wol-
beck; brothers-in-law James Orr, Doug Wolbeck, Stan Badry and George Heck; and sisterin-law Edna Heck. She will be dearly missed by all of her family and many relatives and friends. Eternal rest grant unto her. A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at St. Martin's Roman Catholic Church, 313, Manning Ave, Heisler, officiated by Fr. Danial D'Souza. If family and friends
so desire, memorial contributions in Marlene's memory may be made to Providence Place Daysland, Alberta Cancer Foundation, and Daysland Hospital Foundation. To send condolences, please visit www. burgarfuneralhome.com. Burgar Funeral Home Camrose & Daysland (4817 51 Ave, Camrose, Alberta T4V 0V4) in care of arrangements. 780-672-2121. "Dedicated service since 1906"
Neil William John Loesch
(February 21, 1958 December 11, 2024) Neil (Hardy) Loesch, beloved brother, uncle, and friend passed away on December 11, 2024. Neil was born on February 21, 1958, in Daysland, Alberta to William and Eileen Loesch. He was the
youngest son of eight children. Neil lived the majority of his life in Heisler, Alberta working various jobs before choosing his long-term career with Badry Farms. Neil was married to Brenda Gladue in 2006. Neil was an Elks member. He loved baseball, hockey, golfing, and in the last few years, chuckwagon racing. Neil was kind, generous, and always willing to help a friend in need. Left to cherish his memory are his siblings Darlene (Larry)
Markovich, Debby Van Brabant, Doug (Peggy) Loesch, Carol Kinzer, and Joanne (Dwayne) Dubuc; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Neil was predeceased by his wife Brenda; his parents William and Eileen; sister Cheryl Safranka; brother Larry; and brothers-in-law Blake Kinzer and George Van Brabant. A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 23, 2024, at St. Martin Roman Catholic Church, 313, Manning Ave, Heisler, officiated by Fr.
Danial D'Souza. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Neil's memory may be made to Daysland Hospital Foundation or St. Martin
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OBITUARIES
Deloras Kroetsch
Deloras was born to Carl and Verdie Stenson on January 21, 1938, in Edmonton, Alberta. She left this world to her eternal heavenly home, passing away peacefully on December 10, 2024, at the Galahad Care Centre at the age of 86. She struggled physi-
cally following a stroke in the spring of 2023 but her mind was sharp as a tack and she held fast to her immovable Christian faith. Deloras married the love of her life and best friend Alfred Kroetsch at Hastings Coulee United Church on July 31, 1959. Deloras and Alfred faithfully lived and raised their family in the Hastings Coulee community southwest of Forestburg, Alberta. Deloras is survived by her children, Dean (Cindy), Rose (Greg), Gail (Greg) and daughter-in-law Cara,
nephew Norm Johnston and niece Rosann Johnston, grandchildren Brianne (Noel), Lisa (David), Aaron (Sara), Brady (Rochelle), Amiah (Braden), Jorgen, Anders (Mickayla), Halee (Donovan), Tsebaot (Adam), Sarah (Cody), Alyssa (Justin), Matthew (Regan), Taylor, Trent (Jamey) and great grandchildren Elaina, Ian and Jack, Natalie and Zachary, Carter, Alannah and Rhett, Renlee, Paxtyn and Jaela. Deloras was predeceased by her husband Alfred, parents Carl and
Verdie, parents-in-law Alphonse and Mary, sister Maureen and brother Eugene, son Gary, son-inlaw Darren as well as numerous sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law. Deloras enjoyed life spending time with family and friends, and volunteering countless hours in her church and community, however Deloras most loved being with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, teaching them the importance of unconditional love, family and the love of our Saviour Jesus Christ.
Dr. Jean Hebert
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dr. Jean Pierre Hebert on December 6, 2024, at the age of 87. Jean was a loving father and grandfather as well as a respected veterinarian who dedicated over 40 years to serving the community until his retirement in 2005. Born in Montreal, Jean graduated with his veterinary degree and, soon after moved with his young family to Alberta. In 1965, he acquired his own veterinary practice in Sedgewick, where he
became a trusted name in the community. For decades, Jean’s commitment to his practice was unwavering. With a focus on large animal care, he often worked through challenging weather conditions - snow, sleet, and freezing temperatures. Being called at all hours to stand in a pitch-black pasture during a minus30-degree Alberta blizzard to assist with a difficult calving reflected his tireless dedication and will be fondly remembered by those who knew him. Outside of work, Jean was well known for his love of sports and collecting. Regarding sports, whether it was hockey, baseball, football, curling, or golf, Jean could be found glued to the TV on
weekends. He was beyond loyal to the Montreal Canadiens NHL team and could talk stats and plays from years past with remarkable recall. Being a Canadiens fan often led to good-natured ribbing at family dinners, but what Jean loved most of all was watching his grandsons play hockey and baseball well into his retirement years. He would attend their games, sometimes driving hours to do so, and his presence always inspired great performances from the grandkids. Jean was predeceased by his parents, Albert and Jeanette, his wife Lisette, and son Stephen. He will be lovingly remembered by his brothers Paul (Estelle) and Robert (Michelen); his daughter, Linda
Merle passed away in Viking, Alberta on De-
ley Lund, sister Wilda Lindsay, sisters-in-law, Jennifer Lund, Lori Lund and brother-inlaw Ron Elder, along with numerous nieces and nephews. She was pre-deceased by her parents, Chester and Lola Lund; sisters, Karen Jackson, Linda Christian, Ethel Elder, Marlene Rose, brothers Mel and Merritt Lund,
Donations in memory of Deloras can be made to the Killam and District Healthcare Foundation, the Big Knife Villa HandiVan and the Galahad Care Centre Ladies Auxiliary or the Fairview Cemetery. Arrangements by Fee & Sons Funeral Home and Crematorium Helping families and their Communities for over 100 years feeandsonsfuneralhome.com
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(Ken); his sons Pierre and Joey (Shauna); and his four grandsons, Jesse, Zachary, Carter, and Kyzer, along with numerous nephews and nieces. A private service will be held in memory of Jean, and the family asks that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to a charity of your choice in his honor. JP’s legacy of dedication, humor, hearty laugh, and love for family and sports will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew him. He will be deeply missed. Arrangements by Fee & Sons Funeral Home and Crematorium Killam Helping families and their Communities for over 100 years feeandsonsfuneralhome.com
Merle Mary Taylor cember 8, 2024. She leaves behind her loving husband of 61 years, Robert. her son Aaron (Relda) their children, Rob (Shannon), Merritt (Tracy), Clarrisse (TJ); her daughter Saylor (Nick) and her children Tyler (Alli), Dustin (Bayley), Jesse (Kaitlyn) and Tavanna; 13 great grandchildren, brother Dud-
Deloras will always be remembered for her quiet, kind personality and her unfaltering and absolute devotion to Jesus Christ. She will be forever missed and dearly loved. A funeral service will be held at the Forestburg Community Hall on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. Interment will take place at 11:00 a.m. at the Fairview Cemetery.
brother-in-law William Christian, Brian Taylor and sister-in-law Dineke Taylor. Donations in memory of Merle may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society An Inurnment for Merle will be held in the spring. Viking Funeral Services 780-336-4842 vikingfuneralservices.ca
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Friday the 13th unlucky for local men’s hockey Leslie Cholowsky Editor
On Wednesday, Dec. 11, the Sedgewick Sabres hosted the Irma Aces, playing to a 4-1 win. There was no scoring in the first period from either team. Curtis McKinlay scored the first goal for the Sabres, from Clay Lang and Carter Ortman, on a power play. Irma’s Zach Mackay scored in the last seconds of the period, from Taylor Schubada, to tie it up 1-1 heading into the final period of play. In the third, Ortman scored, unassisted, to take the Sabres ahead 2-1, then Clay Lang solidified the lead on a power play goal, from Jesse Reeds and Ortman to make it 3-1. Ortman scored his second of the night, from McKinlay and Dalton Zemanek, on a powerplay, to make it a 4-1 final for the Sabres. Travis Child took the win in goal for the Sabres, while Wyatt Copeland took the loss for Irma; shots were 25-29 Sabres. Ortman had an outstanding fourpoint night. On Friday, Dec. 13, the Sabres travelled to Oyen to take on the Eagles, coming away with a 5-4 loss. Despite scoring two in the final period, Sedgewick couldn’t catch up to the Eagles. Oyen scored the first goal to take an early lead, but a late powerplay goal from Clay Lang, assisted by Ortman and Rhett Bergseth, tied things up heading into the second Oyen pulled ahead by one, then the Sabres’ Gage Nelson tied it up, from Brett Gagnon. Three more goals in the second period from Oyen put the Sabres down 5-2 heading into the final period. Clay Lang scored late on a powerplay, from Dalton Zemanek, to pull to 5-3, then 15 seconds later scored again, this from Zemanek and Ortman, once more on a powerplay, to take it to 5-4. Travis Child took the loss in goal; shots were 4535 Oyen. In other action on Friday, the Forestburg Flyers hosted the Stettler Imperials, playing to an 8-3 loss for the Flyers. Stettler got the first two goals in the game, when Chad Berglund scored for the Flyers, from Dallas Thompson and Riley Park to make it 2-1. Brian Roth tied it up for the Flyers with a goal in the last seconds, from Brock Sheets and Drew Bish, for a 2-2 score heading into the second period. Forestburg’s Ben Roth scored on a power play to put Forestburg ahead by one, then the Imperials tied it up and scored two more in the period to take a 63 lead heading into the final period. Two more Stettler goals made it a 8-3 final. Brendan Davis took the loss in goal for the Flyers; shots were 53-22 for Stettler. On Saturday, Hughenden hosted the Flyers, playing to a 9-2 win for the Jets.
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Hughenden got on the scoreboard first with an unassisted goal from Matthew Swanson, who did it again a few minutes later for a 2-0 lead. The Jets’ Cameron Dion also scored one, unassisted, to take a 3-0 lead heading into the second. Trenton Small widened the lead to 4-0 Jets, from Logan Morrison and Kevin Bowman, then Nick LaPorte scored from Swanson and Brennan Anholt to make it 5-0. The Flyers’ Alex Badry scored on a powerplay from Ben Roth and Drew Bish to make it 5-1, then Roth scored, also from Bish, to make it 5-2. Braden Crone scored just a few seconds later, from Jesse Damberger, to give the Jets a 6-2 lead heading into the final period. Brennan Anholt scored an early goal in the third, from Blayd Anholt ad Keithen Tuftin, to make it 7-
2, then Damberger scored one from Crone to make it 8-2. A late period goal for the Jets from Ryley Johnson, assisted by Brennan Anholt, made it a 9-2 final. After weekend play, the Oyen Eagles sit atop the league, with 16 points. Provost sits in second with 15 points, and Sedgewick just a point behind in third. Stettler is in fourth place with 12 points, Hughenden in fifth with 10 points, Wainwright in sixth with eight points, and Irma and Delburne are tied for ninth with six points each. Forestburg sits at four points and Coronation at 1. This coming Saturday, Dec. 21, will see the Jets host the Sabres in Hardisty, with an 8:30 start while the Flyers have the rest of the year off.
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BRCF provides funding to BeaverHill Bird Observatory Society The Battle River Community Foundation awarded a $5,000 grant to the Beaverhill Bird Observatory Society. Accepting the donation was Geoff Holroyd, Board Chair, and Remi, a Burrowing Owl. According to Holroyd, “This Battle River Com-
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