Category Archives: Local News
Fifth Winter Hits The Drumheller Valley
The endless winter seems to continue as Mother Nature does not want the seasons to change. Areas around the Drumheller Valley and points to the southeast and west have been getting a good accumulation...
2h ago Welcome back to our winter wonderland
Big Win For Farmers When It Comes To Gophers
Following months of relentless advocacy from Conservatives and provincial partners, the Liberal government has backed down on its refusal to approve the emergency use of strychnine. "Congratulations t...
Apr 01, 2026 Pierre Poilievre connects with AB Finance Minister Nate Horner, Former MP Damien Kurek, and MP Steven Bonk at the annual Hardgrass Bronc Match in Pollockville; image courtesy of MP Battle River-Crowfoot Pierre Poilievre
UPDATE: Semi Rollover On Highway 27 West Of Morrin
UPDATE: We have just received word that Emcon crews are currently working to remove the semi from the highway so please use caution and watch for flaggers on scene. On Tuesday morning just after 8 AM,...
Mar 31, 2026 The semi that rolled on Highway 27; image courtesy of Ryan Beeton
Rotary Supports Community Learning
The Rotary Club of Drumheller has always been a strong supporter of other important institutions within the Drumheller Valley and this was shown again earlier this month. The Rotary Club made a donati...
Mar 30, 2026 Drumheller Rotary Club presents $10,000 donation to Drumheller Community Learning; from left to right, Ken Briault, Judy Bzdel - Drumheller Community Learning, Jay Garbutt, Ken Smith; image courtesy of Drumheller Rotary
UPDATE: Next Provincial Election Could See New Mountain View - Kneehill Riding
UPDATE: The final report is in from the Alberta Electoral Boundaries Commission and there are a few changes to the electoral districts than what we shared with you back in January. As for the Drumhell...
Mar 27, 2026 The proposed changes to the Drumheller-Stettler Constituency; image courtesy of the Alberta Electoral Boundaries Commission
Locals Involved In World Of Wheels In Calgary
This weekend one of the most anticipated shows that comes to Stampede Park every March is back again this year, World of Wheels. It is a great showcase of classic cars and new innovations, with so muc...
Mar 25, 2026 Contestants from last year at the World of Wheels; image courtesy of True North Pin-Up Magazine.
Morrin School Expands Hockey Program
As we know hockey seems to be the lifeblood in rural Alberta throughout the winter. Morrin School has noticed that too and that is why they introduced a hockey program in the school a few years ago. T...
Mar 24, 2026 Image courtesy of Morrin School.
Drumheller Minor Soccer Association Prepares For Upcoming Season
Spring has sprung essentially so spring sports in Drumheller are preparing for their upcoming season, including the Drumheller Minor Soccer Association. Registration is coming soon for kids soccer in ...
Mar 23, 2026 ArturVerkhovetskiy / Depositphotos.com
World's Largest Dinosaur Remains Structurally Sound
The Drumheller and District Chamber of Commerce (DDCC), in collaboration with the Town of Drumheller and Travel Drumheller, is pleased to share an update on the World's Largest Dinosaur, Tyra. Since o...
Mar 22, 2026
Hockey Day Classic Raises Nearly 2,000 Dollars For Midland ODR
Back on the February break for the kids in Drumheller and area, Stingray Radio (boom 99.5 and New Country 92.5) held their annual Hockey Day Classic at the Midland Outdoor Rink and Midland Community H...
Mar 19, 2026 Jason Blanke (r) with Becky Kowalchuk (l) presenting the Midland Community Hall Association the funds from the Hockey Day Classic in February.