Author Archives: Mark Cappis

Brazeau County is making some adjustments to its herbicide rebate policy. At the County's Jan. 18 meeting, council voted to raise the cap from $1600 for each participant to $5000. If funds remain afte...

Drayton Valley RCMP have a known local drug trafficker in custody after the trafficker was found with almost 200 grams of illicit drugs. RCMP tells us that on Jan. 12, 2022, they were conducting an in...

Alberta RCMP App - The AB RCMP mobile app is now available as a free download through the Apple App and Google Play Stores. The app does not track or monitor users in any way. It provides easy access ...

Brazeau County is getting ready to open up its campgrounds for the season. The County has announced that the 2022 Group Campground Lottery is about to open. Due to the popularity of the Easyford and M...

The Drayton Valley Thunder finished off their home stand undefeated as they crushed the Fort McMurray Oil Barons 7-3 on Jan. 18. The Thunder got things going at 8:43, as Moe Hakim got the assist from ...

Brazeau County has opened nominations for its Citizen Appreciation Program for 2022. County citizens are welcome to nominate any individual, business, or community group who has gone the extra mile to...

The Drayton Valley Thunder are currently undefeated in their four-game home stand this month, with two more victories against Bonnyville over the weekend after defeating the Spruce Grove Saints 3-2 in...

Alberta RCMP App - The AB RCMP mobile app is now available as a free download through the Apple App and Google Play Stores. The app does not track or monitor users in any way. It provides easy access ...

The winter storm warning continues to wreak havoc across the region. 511 Alberta reports of Highways 16 being in poor condition, as it is covered in snow and ice. It all culminated when 511 Alberta is...

The Town of Drayton Valley is taking time to pay tribute to a long time Drayton Valley resident and business owner well known for his volunteer work in the community. Bernie Schell served on the board...