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June 29, 2011

Tearful goodbye

Many tears were shed at the Sunset House School Awards Night and Celebration June 17. The school closes June 30 so the staff and parent council not only presented awards but remembered the good times at the school. Above, student Hunter Haland gives Grade 4-6 teach Pam Sware a big hug and tearful goodbye. Haland was also the recipient of the Kevin Willard Memorial Award, presented to the student who works most diligently to overcome academic challenges.

Canada Day 2011!

4 great events in 4 great places!

For safety's sake, use the truck routes

There’s more risk with heavy traffic going east and west through High Prairie than north and south, says Michael Smith.

Firefighters tell of Slave Lake battles

Local firefighters were on the front lines in Slave Lake in mid May and they had tales to tell.

Residents flee rising waters

Evacuation centre opens in town but closes soon after danger passes

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Hockey Alberta honours long-time NPHL ref

Long-time and well-respected Falher hockey referee Brad Buchinski has been honoured provincially for his committed service to the sport.

Editorial: Feeling the pinch after one month

It has been a bit more than a month since residents of Slave Lake and area were allowed back home. June is almost over. It will be July and August before you know it. Many displaced residents – the insured and uninsured, the tenants and homeowners – have grown more anxious, nervous and frustrated since re-entry.

Local: Taxing issue

It isn’t always obvious how one gets from Point A to Point B.

DVD Corner: "Just Go With It" a good chick flick

Adam Sandler’s comedic talents are put to good use in the romantic comedy Just Go With It.

Spotlight: Rain or shine, North Country Fair attendees still have fun

The sun fought bravely to stay in the sky as the North Country Fair started up at 6:30 pm, June 17.

Spotlight: The Gurney Steeves story, Early pioneer fondly remembered

One of the men instrumental in building a legacy in the Enilda – Salt Prairie district is being fondly remembered as the 112th anniversary of his birth is marked July 1.

Digger's Corner: Never mind the mud and weather- fair worth the trip

The foot and a half deep mud in the road and sloppy trenches of dirt flew and scattered to all sides of my car as I hit 60 then 70 km’s- hurtling through every sinkhole blocking my exit from North Country Fair.

Natural Health: Health restoring Swedish bitters

It is known by many, that Swedish bitters helps to energize, detoxify, prevent illness, strengthen the immune system, improve digestion and help with regularity.

Your Horoscope for the fourth week of June

Famous Birthdays: June 26 Jennette McCurdy, Actress (19) June 27 Khloe Kardashian, Reality Star (27) June 28 Steve Burton, Actor (41) June 29 Nicole Sherzinger, Singer (33) June 30 Mike Tyson, Boxer (45) July 1 Dan Akroyd, Comic Actor (59) July 2 Lindsay Lohan, Actress (25)