Opinion

Better to have it and not need it, than to need it but not have it. Sundre and surrounding area residents are encouraged to ensure they are prepared for any potential emergency.

Property crime might be on the rise compared to statistics dating back about five years.

Sooner or later, some semblance of spring will finally arrive. Agricultural producers throughout the region are no doubt more eager than the average person to see conditions improve so they can begin seeding for the season.

Whether they're standing with a ready smile and warm welcome as the blistering sun shines down, or the bitter winter wind swirls around, they're there for youóthat's the heart of a volunteer on display.

The Progressive Conservative Party (PC) and the Wildrose Party (WRP) are engaged in talks to unite conservatives into one political entity.

Sundre's council ó as well as all other municipal councils throughout Alberta ó is nearing the end of its three-year term as the fall election looms on the horizon.

Without willing volunteers who are committed and invested in Sundre, there really would not be much of a community worth speaking of.