Smoky River Express - Falher Weekly Local News April 21, 2010

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Top Stories This Week - April 21, 2010

Successful bottle drive

Mme. Angela Laurin’s Grade 6 French class collected bottles from a storage unit on April 16 for their field trip to Edmonton later this year. Pictured with the Grade 6 class are principal Mr. Richard Fournier and teacher Mme. Angela Laurin. All the Grade 6 classes from the school will be traveling to Edmonton. Mr. Fournier says he and the teachers are very thankful for the support from surrounding communities in their bid to collect enough bottles to fund the trip to Edmonton.

McLennan – Peavine connector woes
The much-heralded McLennan to Peavine connector road may yet become the Smoky River region’s Road to Nowhere.

Local author being showcased in New York City
A local author recently published will be showcased in the 2010 Book Expo America in New York City next month, and she is requesting your help.

MD council approves airport maintenance cost increase
Area municipalities could see an increase in their portion of funding to the Smoky River Airport after a decision by MD of Smoky Council to increase the rate for airport sanding.

Ol’ Tyme Family Nite every Friday at Elks Hall
A happy message from FCSS (Family and Community Support Services) event coordinator Jean Moore, Ol’ Tyme Family Nite is still going strong three years after its commencement.

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Commentary: Good triumphs over evil
In the Oct. 7 issue of this newspaper, Falher Smoky River Express editor Emily Plihal wrote about the importance of family.

Up Front: Learning the value of a dollar
Yesterday was my 27th birthday, and the aging process has definitely allowed me to see the importance of investment and keeping a tight grip on each additional dollar flowing through the bank account.

Outdoor Corner: Carbon capture and trees – USA and Canada contrasted
In recent weeks my interest in the new carbon capture regimen piqued my desire to “look into it.”

Barb Toker: A touch of grey
There is no question the vital service that STARS air ambulance provides to Albertans. That we have access to a rapid response team ready to provide quality emergency care across the expanse of the MD of Smoky is a tremendous selling point for our region. Such a service is deserving of support.

Sports

Whitemud quad rally this weekend
The sixth annual Whitemud quad rally will be held this weekend, April 23 and 24.

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