Innisfail News

Grade 9 students at St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Catholic School had a recent opportunity to take their learning outside the classroom.

The annual Innisfail & District Trade Show pushed past all threats of rain and a bad economy last weekend to put on a razzle-dazzle two-day event before packed crowds at the Innisfail Arena.

Discovery Wildlife Park is ready to open for its 14th season in Innisfail and even with a bad economy, owners and staff are moving confidently forward with big plans for this year and the future.

In its spring production, Innisfail Town Theatre (ITT) recounts the epic story of British captain Robert Falcon Scott and his crew in their race to reach the South Pole in the winter of 1911-12.

Town council has given second and third readings to a Land Use Bylaw amendment that adds an adult care housing use to the five-acre property that accommodates Autumn Glen Lodge and Poplar Grove Court.

Rain came over the weekend, and even a little bit of snow, but the much- needed precipitation hoped for by area farmers and nervous fire departments is not nearly enough.

The collective hearts from Innisfail's Filipino community shone brightly for the town to embrace with awe. And citizens from every corner of town responded with generosity.

Innisfail Mounties are investigating a pair of break-ins and thefts at two local businesses that were committed within three days of each other. Innisfail RCMP Sgt. Lori Eiler said RCMP responded to a complaint at about 11 a.m.

After 18 years in Innisfail and more than a decade of time and dedication to minor sports, Innisfail is saying goodbye to Dez Lorcenz.

After five years of thrilling vintage automobile enthusiasts in Innisfail and throughout Western Canada, the annual late summer Weekend of Wheels show has suddenly finished its course.