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Darren Stoneman takes part in AMSA action. (Photo submitted)

Western sport rides into Stettler for finals

A first for Stettler

Darren Stoneman takes part in AMSA action. (Photo submitted)
Crop dusters come in and out at the Castor Airport, serving as a backdrop to the Castor Trap Club tournament. (Kevin Sabo/Castor Advance)

Castor Trap Club hosts year-end tournament

The Castor Trap Club hosted its final tournament of the season on…

Crop dusters come in and out at the Castor Airport, serving as a backdrop to the Castor Trap Club tournament. (Kevin Sabo/Castor Advance)
Health Canada encourages voluntary reporting of problem products. Downtown Ottawa, Tuesday, June 30, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

Health Canada encourages caution in purchasing second-hand items

With the increase in online selling amidst the current Canadian affordability crisis,…

Health Canada encourages voluntary reporting of problem products. Downtown Ottawa, Tuesday, June 30, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
Shelley Boileau and the Dick family uncover the Dixy Theatre sign. (Kevin Sabo/Bashaw Star)

Bashaw’s historic Majestic Theatre hosts ‘Light the Dixy’ event

An event a year in the planning took place at Bashaw’s Majestic…

Shelley Boileau and the Dick family uncover the Dixy Theatre sign. (Kevin Sabo/Bashaw Star)
Around 150 racers took part in a five-day, 1,800-kilometre journey through Alberta and Saskatchewan. (Miles of Mayhem Facebook photo)
Around 150 racers took part in a five-day, 1,800-kilometre journey through Alberta and Saskatchewan. (Miles of Mayhem Facebook photo)
A historical photo of the Donalda Creamery. (Donalda Museum photo)

Donalda Museum fundraising for creamery restoration

The Donalda Museum is back in fundraising mode. While not the only…

A historical photo of the Donalda Creamery. (Donalda Museum photo)
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UPDATE: Stettler County rejects Clearview request for panel members

The County of Stettler council has, at least temporarily, denied a request…

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The proposed Bar W Resort RV park would include 318 sites on the south side of Buffalo Lake. (Image contributed)

Stettler County Bar W Resort takes another step forward

Permit approved during Stettler County MPC meeting on Sept. 8

The proposed Bar W Resort RV park would include 318 sites on the south side of Buffalo Lake. (Image contributed)
Alberta finance minister Nate Horner speaks to the media at a news conference in Calgary Thursday, June 29, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh

Another agency increases Alberta’s credit rating

‘This credit rating upgrade is another testament to our prudent fiscal management’: Horner

Alberta finance minister Nate Horner speaks to the media at a news conference in Calgary Thursday, June 29, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
A new website for employers and employees seeking information on sexual harassment in Alberta is now up and running. (File photo))

New website is one-stop information resource on sexual harassment in workplace

According to Alberta’s Worker’s Resource Centre, when someone faces sexual harassment on…

A new website for employers and employees seeking information on sexual harassment in Alberta is now up and running. (File photo))
A third public access defibrillator has been installed in Castor, this one just outside the main doors of Gus Wetter School. (Kevin Sabo/Castor Advance)

Third public access defibrillator in Castor

Thanks to assistance from Clearview Public Schools, the volunteer group Smile Like…

A third public access defibrillator has been installed in Castor, this one just outside the main doors of Gus Wetter School. (Kevin Sabo/Castor Advance)
Fireworks over the water at Calgary GlobalFest. (Anthony Holland photo)

Pair of Castor fireworks artists take part on world stage

A pair of Castor-based pyrotechnic artists had the opportunity to perform on…

Fireworks over the water at Calgary GlobalFest. (Anthony Holland photo)
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OPINION: It’s time to shed light on the darkness

World Suicide Prevention Day is Sept. 10

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Stettler Dental Clinic hosted a well-attended community barbecue on Aug. 30. (Krysta Unsworth/Stettler Independent)

Stettler Dental hosts community barbecue

Stettler Dental Clinic hosted a well-attended community barbecue in its parking lot…

Stettler Dental Clinic hosted a well-attended community barbecue on Aug. 30. (Krysta Unsworth/Stettler Independent)
Faith and Terry Gabert have ensured that future generations can enjoy their grasslands. (Sean Feagan photo)

New nature conservancy north of Stettler

An area surrounding Meeting Creek, north of Stettler, is being preserved for…

Faith and Terry Gabert have ensured that future generations can enjoy their grasslands. (Sean Feagan photo)
The specially modified motorcycle can handle seven passengers, including the driver. (Lynn Saboo photo)

Paintearth Lodge residents get early Christmas present

Residents from Castor’s Paintearth Lodge had the opportunity to feel the wind…

The specially modified motorcycle can handle seven passengers, including the driver. (Lynn Saboo photo)
The Stettler All-Star team which competed in South Africa consisted of (l-r back row): Haley Sayles, Brooke Glazier, Coach Jacqueline Sayles, Megan Schrijver, Brooklyn Stewart, (front row l-r): Jaydon Haustein, Hannah Sayles, Katlyn Glazier, and Bryson Haustein. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)

Stettler archers have South African experience of a lifetime

A group of Stettler students, some now former, had the opportunity to…

The Stettler All-Star team which competed in South Africa consisted of (l-r back row): Haley Sayles, Brooke Glazier, Coach Jacqueline Sayles, Megan Schrijver, Brooklyn Stewart, (front row l-r): Jaydon Haustein, Hannah Sayles, Katlyn Glazier, and Bryson Haustein. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)
The family of David Chick, one of the founders of the Bullaram, presents Marcos Gloria the high point buckle from the 2023 Bullarama. (Kevin Sabo?Castor Advance)

PHOTOS: Halkirk Elks host 27th annual Bullarama

The 27th annual Halkirk Elks Bullarama is in the history books. A…

The family of David Chick, one of the founders of the Bullaram, presents Marcos Gloria the high point buckle from the 2023 Bullarama. (Kevin Sabo?Castor Advance)
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OPINION: It’s time to shed light on the darkness

World Suicide Prevention Day is Sept. 10

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Zach MacDonald batting against the Camrose Cougars Royal. Stettler Storm won the Round Robin game 9-0. (Photo submitted)

Stettler Storm ball team finishes season strong amid championship challenges

Despite their hopes of winning a Western Canadian Championship being dashed for…

Zach MacDonald batting against the Camrose Cougars Royal. Stettler Storm won the Round Robin game 9-0. (Photo submitted)