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Some of the volunteers who help with the Big Brothers, Big Sisters program at the HYC. (Photo submitted)

Stettler’s HYC holds AGM, celebrates members, volunteers

The Heartland Youth Center (HYC) was a place of celebration the evening…

Stettler County (Lisa Joy/Stettler Independent)

Stettler County having equipment procurement woes

The County of Stettler is going back to the drawing board, at…

Developers of a proposed solar project near Stettler held an open house on March 22. (File photo)

ABO Wind Canada Ltd. holds Stettler open house

The developers of a proposed solar project southeast of Stettler hosted a…

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End of skating season approaches in Stettler

The skating season in Stettler is quickly drawing to a close. Stettler’s…

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UPDATE: Sylvan Lake RCMP arrest male youth after firearms complaint

The Sylvan Lake RCMP says they arrested a male youth in connection…

(File photo by Advocate staff)
Alberta Biobord’s former Stettler offices. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)

More twists and turns in Stettler development

There have been more twists and turns in the ongoing attempts by…

Alberta Biobord’s former Stettler offices. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)
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Alberta RCMP target mass marketing, phone scams in fraud prevention campaign

During the month of March, the Alberta RCMP has shared a variety…

  • Mar 29, 2023
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Stettler town hall.(File photo)
Stettler town hall.(File photo)
Midge is one of 27 cats currently in care by Animal Haven Rescue League. (Animal Haven Rescue League photo)

Regional animal rescues paint ‘dire’ picture

Animal rescues in the region are sounding the alarm over a “perfect…

Midge is one of 27 cats currently in care by Animal Haven Rescue League. (Animal Haven Rescue League photo)
Toronto Argonaut Theren Churchill and the Grey Cup, the CFL’s top prize! (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)

Argonaut Theren Churchill stops by Stettler town council

Home-grown football player Theren Churchill appeared before Stettler council during its March…

Toronto Argonaut Theren Churchill and the Grey Cup, the CFL’s top prize! (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)
RCMP cruiser. (File photo)

Coronation RCMP charge pair with mischief

The Coronation RCMP has charged a pair with mischief after investigating a…

RCMP cruiser. (File photo)
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Stettler, Paintearth Counties pleased with announced oil and gas change

The province has announced a fix for an issue long plaguing Stettler…

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Clearview Public Schools. (File photo)
Clearview Public Schools. (File photo)
Alberta Minister of Jobs, Economy and Northern Development, Brian Jean. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Codie McLachlan

CAEP gets more provincial support for workforce development

Alberta budget includes more money for regional economic development alliances

Alberta Minister of Jobs, Economy and Northern Development, Brian Jean. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Codie McLachlan
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Ponoka’s Wolf Creek Golf Resort gets new owners

Wolf Creek Golf Resort in Ponoka has been acquired by an Ontario-based…

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The Stettler Food Bank's shelves are full, thanks to community donations. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)

Stettler Food Bank is looking for some volunteers

The Stettler Food Bank is grateful for the support in the community.…

  • Mar 21, 2023
The Stettler Food Bank's shelves are full, thanks to community donations. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)
Oil and gas companies will now have to confirm that their unpaid municipal taxes across the province do not exceed the maximum threshold allowed or that they have a repayment agreement in place whenever they apply for new licences or for licence transfers because they’re seeking to sell their assets. (File photo by The Canadian Press)

Alberta issues directive to require oil, gas companies to pay taxes owed

Rural Municipalities of Alberta pleased with government’s announcement

Oil and gas companies will now have to confirm that their unpaid municipal taxes across the province do not exceed the maximum threshold allowed or that they have a repayment agreement in place whenever they apply for new licences or for licence transfers because they’re seeking to sell their assets. (File photo by The Canadian Press)
Clearview board chair Guy Neitz and Superintendent Scot Leys give a presentation during the community engagement session held in Stettler on March 14. (Clearview Public Schools photo)

Clearview Public Schools continues public engagement sessions

Clearview Public Schools is continuing its ongoing public engagement sessions. After hosting…

Clearview board chair Guy Neitz and Superintendent Scot Leys give a presentation during the community engagement session held in Stettler on March 14. (Clearview Public Schools photo)
Stettler Regional Fire Department responded to a fire at Donalda School on Wednesday. (Photo via Donalda School Facebook)

Fire causes at least $500K in damages at Donalda School

Fire believed to have started due to faulty wiring in the school gym

Stettler Regional Fire Department responded to a fire at Donalda School on Wednesday. (Photo via Donalda School Facebook)