Clinic set to close
After nearly forty years, the Malone clinic will be closing its doors, though the IDA Pharmacy will still remain open.
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May 31, 2023
Students pitch gym idea
Does Drayton Valley need an indoor gymnasium? Three students from Drayton Christian School think so, and made their case to town council.
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April 10, 2023
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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March 24, 2023
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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March 22, 2023
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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March 20, 2023
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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March 16, 2023
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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February 27, 2023
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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February 22, 2023
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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January 31, 2023
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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January 23, 2023