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Mountain View County council has approved an economic development strategy (EDS) for 2018-2021. The move came during the recent regularly scheduled council meeting. Council approved the 2018-2021 strategic plan in May.

The roadside brushing program in Mountain View County is well underway, enhancing public safety in the municipality by making roadways safer, said Chris Atchison, director of legislative, community and agricultural services.

DIDSBURY - The Town of Didsbury has received the results of the recent safety audit of the fire department, with the findings highlighting several areas of needed improvement.

Mountain View County council has approved funding of just over $300,000 for area fire departments to help with the cost of upgrading to the Alberta First Responders Radio Communications System (AFRRCS).

Supply management was created in the 1960s by farmers and government to regulate perishable commodities such as eggs, poultry and dairy products.

Legacy Land Trust Society launched its 2019 calendar at a recent ceremony at the Mountain View County office. Featuring the work of 22 local photographers, the calendar showcases places, plants and wildlife in and around Mountain View County.

Although recreational cannabis is set to become legal for adults in Canada this week, students in the Chinook’s Edge School Division will not be permitted to use or possess pot at any school-related activity or facilities, says superintendent Kurt Sa

DIDSBURY - Residents and visitors will not be allowed to consume cannabis in any public places or town-owned or -operated buildings in Didsbury, according to the new cannabis consumption bylaw, which was passed by councillors at the recent regular co

Mountain View County council has approved amendments to the Parks Bylaw regarding cannabis use. The move came by way of motion at the recent regularly scheduled council meeting.

DIDSBURY - For its first-ever community charity run, Essentials for our Community Didsbury did very well, said president Sheree Andrews.