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Best friend, son honour lost RCMP officer in walk

Best friend, son honour lost RCMP officer in walk

The son and best friend of a Turner Valley RCMP officer who lost his battle to cancer last year are lacing up in hopes to help those who still have a chance.
New program launches first cycle

New program launches first cycle

A local organization is pedaling its way to a healthier lifestyle for residents and visitors in Turner Valley.
Residents to see slight increase in taxes

Residents to see slight increase in taxes

An influx of new houses and businesses in Black Diamond could save taxpayers a few dollars this year. Black Diamond Town council approved a 0.36 per cent increase to the town’s residential tax rate at its May 23 meeting.
Towns join forces for day of fun

Towns join forces for day of fun

Two neighbouring communities are offering a little bit of everything on Saturday for a favourite Foothills event that draws huge crowds every year.
Businesses to see increase in taxes

Businesses to see increase in taxes

Businesses in Turner Valley will see a tax hike while most residential tax bills will drop for 2017. Town council voted at its May 15 meeting to maintain its municipal tax rate.
Volunteers needed for town clean up

Volunteers needed for town clean up

Sprucing up Black Diamond and Turner Valley’s green spaces will require a morning of hard work from residents again this year.
Speaker Series commemorates Churchill visit

Speaker Series commemorates Churchill visit

A Calgary historian known for his captivating tales about Alberta’s history has a real gem he’s sharing this weekend about Turner Valley that dates back 88 years.
Musical influences worth writing home about

Musical influences worth writing home about

With inspiration from some impressive musicians, a Calgary singer/songwriter with Okotoks roots is ecstatic with her latest album.
Robbers scared off by resident

Robbers scared off by resident

Turner Valley RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance to locate three men who they believe attempted to rob a Priddis home last week. According to the RCMP, three men knocked on the door of a Hawks Landing residence in Priddis at 8:30 a.m.
Gates open for another season at Bar U

Gates open for another season at Bar U

A national historic site south of Longview opened its gates this week with plenty to celebrate for the coming season. The Bar U Ranch National Historic Site won’t just commemorate Canada’s 150th birthday this year.
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