Category Archives: Local News
Both Humane Society And Peggie's Feline Rescue At Capacity
Unfortunately, we normally hear that many animal rescue groups are busy and have an abundance of animals. Rarely do we hear that these groups cannot accept more animals. This is the case for both the ...
Sep 04, 2024 A couple of the cats currently at the Drumheller and District Humane Society, Tiny on the left and Boots and Gracie on the right; Images courtesy of the Drumheller and District Humane Society
Open Farm Days A Success At Trochu Arboretum
Many took advantage of checking out farms in our area during Open Farm Days last month. The Town of Trochu, including the Trochu Arboretum, hosted a number of events to provide visitors to learn and e...
Sep 03, 2024 A brand new gate now welcomes all to the Trochu Arboretum which was a busy place during Open Farm Days in August; Image courtesy of the Trochu Arboretum.
Stuff The Bus Successful Again In 2024
Last week, the community came together once again to "Stuff The Bus" to try to fill up the Salvation Army Food Bank. Hiway-9 Express has put on this initiative for a number of years and this year it w...
Aug 30, 2024 The team from Western GM did their part to support Stuff The Bus with a cart full of food for the Salvation Army Food Bank
Significant Upgrades To Drumheller's Dog Park
In June 2024, the Newcastle Recreation Area celebrated a remarkable transformation with a restoration project that included upgrading the area's off-leash fenced-in dog park. Situated south of Diamond...
Aug 30, 2024 Noticeable improvements to the off-leash dog park at the Newcastle Recreation Area
Field Of Dreams Harvested For 2024
An important fundraiser is complete for another year with the Drumheller Dragons. The annual Field of Dreams was harvested on Tuesday, August 27 and according to Director of Operations, Boedy Shields,...
Aug 29, 2024 The Drumheller Dragons prospects were on hand as the Field of Dreams was harvested on Tuesday, August 27; Image courtesy of the Drumheller Dragons
Plans Moving Forward For Former Curling Rink Site
Plans are progressing with the former site of the Drumheller Curling Rink according to a release from the Town of Drumheller. Completing the building's demolition signifies a new chapter for the commu...
Aug 28, 2024 This a photo of the former Curling Rink from April of 2024, before it was torn down.
Three Nabbed For Trafficking In Drumheller
In June of 2024, Drumheller RCMP General Investigation Section (G.I.S.) officers initiated a drug trafficking investigation in and around the community of Drumheller. At approximately 6:30 am on Augus...
Aug 28, 2024
Two Charged In Attempted Copper Wire Theft Near Hanna
On the evening of Aug. 8, 2024, Hanna RCMP were called to a report of a suspicious truck near a natural gas production site on Highway 36 near Hanna. Upon arrival, two males were located inside the pr...
Aug 28, 2024
UPDATE: Every Kid Loves New Shoes
UPDATE: The program for 2024 is no complete and according to Lynn Hemming, they were able to provide 68 pairs of shoes for local kids. This is the most that the program has provided in its 10 year his...
Aug 27, 2024 Preto_perola / Depositphotos.com
Foul Odours In The Newcastle Area
There has been some discussion about a foul odour that seems to be affecting a number of homes in the Newcastle area. The stench has been so bad at times that some in the neighbourhood can't spend tim...
Aug 26, 2024 Residents in Newcastle have noticed significant odours in the neighbourhood and are hoping the Town of Drumheller can resolve the issue in the area.