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In my main Great War article for the Innisfail Province's Remembrance Day 2018 supplement I make reference to the many ways in which efforts were made to commemorate those that had died as a consequence of the Great War.

This month commemorates the 100th anniversary of the end of the Great War, a war that was so significant and statistically bewildering that it became popularized as the “War that will End Wars.

INNISFAIL – While 2018 marks a century since the end of the Great War, Canadians recently had a moment to remember the sacrifices of Canadian soldiers during the second global conflict.

CARSTAIRS - Although he has only been on the job for a couple of months, Dave Ness is enjoying his new position as the director of protective services for Carstairs. In the position he oversees local bylaw enforcement.

The Mountain View Seniors' Housing (MVSH) board would have to hold discussions before deciding whether to permit residents to consume liquor in common areas in its lodges and other facilities, says CAO Sam Smalldon.

Rural municipalities will be continuing to push for more funding from the provincial government to help cover costs associated with the legalization of cannabis, says Al Kemmere, a Mountain View County councillor and president of the Rural Municipali

Hunters, Fish and Wildlife officers and local meat processors are teaming up to support the food bank. From Oct. 15 to Dec. 15, the Alberta Hunters Sharing the Harvest program is requesting donations of big game meat.

Carstairs rodeo cowboy Kyle Lucas finished second overall in tie down roping at the Canadian Finals Rodeo in Red Deer from Oct. 30 to Nov. 4. Over six rounds he had times of 8.7, 8.5, 8.4, 7.9, 8.0 and 9.2 for an overall time of 50.7/6.

CARSTAIRS -Remembrance Day is an opportunity for Canadians to honour those who have served our country. In addition to the Remembrance Day ceremonies on Nov. 11, there are also events planned for many of the schools in the area during the week.

DIDSBURY - Didsbury is well known for its resident moose population. Almost any time of year, people can see the big and goofy yet charming animals eating and lounging around their neighbourhoods.