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Around 200 people came out for a delicious Roast Beef Supper in Castor on March 19. On the menu were Caesar salad, corn, carrots, mashed potatoes and, of course, roast beef! (Kevin Sabo/Castor Advance)

Castor church hosts roast beef supper

A sure sign of things returning to normal after nearly three-full years…

Shamrocks are associated with Ireland, but a four-leaf clover is much more rare. Do you know the odds of finding a four-leaf clover? (Pixabay.com)

QUIZ: How Irish are you?

St. Patrick’s Day, on March 17, is a celebration of Ireland and Irish culture

These two RCMP officers were among the more than 50 people who dropped into the frigid waters of Sylvan Lake, Feb. 18 for the annual Polar Bear Dip. The event raised funds for multiple charities in the community. (Mark Weber/Black Press News Service)

$18K raised for 19 non-profits during annual Sylvan Lake Winterfest Polar Bear Dip

Fifty-five individuals registered for the Polar Bear Dip and raised $18,365.59 during this year’s Winterfest

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Byemoor-Endiang news

News for the week of March 9, 2023

  • Mar 5, 2023
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The latest from Byemoor-Endiang

News for the week of Mar. 2, 2023

  • Mar 1, 2023
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Castor library is a hub of activity. (File photo)

A brief history of the the Castor Public Library

My first memories of the Castor Library were in the business section…

  • Feb 27, 2023
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Castor library is a hub of activity. (File photo)

Castor Seed Library to return in March

Castor Public Library news

  • Feb 27, 2023
Castor library is a hub of activity. (File photo)
Canadians are making their final Registered Retirement Savings Plan contributions, in advance of the deadline. (Black Press Media file)

QUIZ: How much do you know about money and savings?

In January and February, Canadians make their final savings contributions for the tax year.

Canadians are making their final Registered Retirement Savings Plan contributions, in advance of the deadline. (Black Press Media file)
The week of Feb. 19 to 24 is Freedom to Read Week in Canada. (Black Press file photo)

QUIZ: How much do you know about your freedom to read?

Feb. 19 to 24 is Freedom to Read Week in Canada

The week of Feb. 19 to 24 is Freedom to Read Week in Canada. (Black Press file photo)
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Byemoor Endiang news

News for the week of Feb. 16

  • Feb 16, 2023
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Byemoor-Endiang News

News for the week of Feb. 9, 2023

  • Feb 6, 2023
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Castor library is a hub of activity. (File photo)

Castor library corner

February update from Castor Municipal Library

Castor library is a hub of activity. (File photo)
Theresetta student’s attending Pinty’s Grand Slam Bon Spiel in Camrose. (Photo submitted)

The latest from Castor’s Theresetta School

Theresetta January news

  • Jan 26, 2023
Theresetta student’s attending Pinty’s Grand Slam Bon Spiel in Camrose. (Photo submitted)
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Byemoor-Endiang News

News for the week of Jan. 26

  • Jan 26, 2023
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There is help out there for those struggling with mental health issues. Music for Mental Health aims to connect people with those resources. (File photo)

Music for Mental Health returns to Stettler

Kalysta was 16 years-old when she took her own life, sending a…

There is help out there for those struggling with mental health issues. Music for Mental Health aims to connect people with those resources. (File photo)
The smaller of the two vans owned by the Castor-Halkirk Community Van Society needs to be replaced. (Photo submitted)

Castor-Halkirk Community Van Society fundraising for new vehicle

Estimated budget is around $80,000

The smaller of the two vans owned by the Castor-Halkirk Community Van Society needs to be replaced. (Photo submitted)
Members of staff place the copies of the new book by Prince Harry called “Spare” at a book store in London, Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023. Prince Harry’s memoir “Spare” went on sale in bookstores on Tuesday, providing a varied portrait of the Duke of Sussex and the royal family. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)

QUIZ: How well do you know the royals?

Prince Harry’s book, Spare, has been attracting plenty of attention

Members of staff place the copies of the new book by Prince Harry called “Spare” at a book store in London, Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023. Prince Harry’s memoir “Spare” went on sale in bookstores on Tuesday, providing a varied portrait of the Duke of Sussex and the royal family. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)
Castor library is a hub of activity. (File photos)

Castor Library Corner: New year, new books!

Library corner for January

  • Jan 6, 2023
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Remembering Treena Mielke

It was with sadness that I heard the news of Treena Mielke’s…

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Castor’s Paintearth Lodge recently concluded an online auction. (File photo)

Castor’s Paintearth Lodge raises funds for resident extras through online auction

Thanks to the generosity of the community, the resident’s of Castor’s Paintearth…

Castor’s Paintearth Lodge recently concluded an online auction. (File photo)