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Autumn ushers in flu season

Autumn ushers in flu season

INNISFAIL – Flu season has arrived. “Typically November, December, January are the most intensive months,” said Dr. Digby Horne, medical officer of health for the central zone of Alberta Health Services (AHS).
County farmers rush to harvest

County farmers rush to harvest

INNISFAIL – A change in Mother Nature has diverted a near disaster for Red Deer County farmers. Unlike nearby Stettler County, Red Deer County is not expected to declare an agricultural disaster in light of recent conditions.
Girl Guides put young in the 'driver's seat'

Girl Guides put young in the 'driver's seat'

INNISFAIL - It's all new, fun, progressive, and yes, loud. Close to 150 young Innisfail and area girls and their family members pumped up the volume for this month's community launch party to bring in the new Girls First Program.
Penhold man charged with violent rural robbery

Penhold man charged with violent rural robbery

INNISFAIL - RCMP have laid robbery with violence charges against a Penhold man after responding to a home invasion at an Innisfail-area rural residence. At about 2:30 p.m. on Oct.
Potato farming a family affair

Potato farming a family affair

INNISFAIL – When it comes to farming, John Buyks and his family know first hand what it takes to succeed.
Low school enrolment figures 'alarms' council

Low school enrolment figures 'alarms' council

INNISFAIL - Town council wants a meeting with Chinook's Edge School Division officials to find out why student enrolment figures at Innisfail High School have dropped significantly over the past five years. Council passed a motion at its Oct.
Specialty Automotive Repairs is Innisfail's Business of the Year

Specialty Automotive Repairs is Innisfail's Business of the Year

INNISFAIL – For close to two decades Specialty Automotive Repairs in Innisfail has provided the best to its customers.
Raising awareness for fall prevention

Raising awareness for fall prevention

INNISFAIL – Mayors from across Central Alberta will gather in Innisfail to kick off National Fall Prevention Month. The 5th annual Walk with the Mayors will be held on Nov. 1 at Innisfail High School from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Welcoming the fall Jungle Farm style

Welcoming the fall Jungle Farm style

INNISFAIL – There was plenty of fun to be had during the Fall Family Festival at The Jungle Farm. The annual event took place on Sept. 29. “This festival has been on for about 15 years,” said Leona Staples, co-owner of The Jungle Farm.
Town launches strategy to strengthen local business

Town launches strategy to strengthen local business

INNISFAIL - The town has moved forward with a two-pronged strategy to find the best solutions to attract business investment and to strengthen existing small businesses.
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