Author Archives: Mark Cappis

RCMP in Drayton Valley are reporting a downward trend in the number of crimes taking place in the community. According to the Drayton Valley RCMP detachment, crime in July was down by 34 per cent in t...

We now have a clearer picture of how the federal election is shaping up locally. Nominations closed on Sept. 1, and Elections Canada has released the official candidates list. There are six people run...

From David Opinko and Chris Brown of RD News Now Edmonton - It's time to dust off your face masks - you will need them once again. The Government of Alberta announced a series of "temporary measures" ...

The Drayton Valley RCMP would like to remind all drivers that next week school is back in session. Please be mindful of this when going through school zones. Speed limit in school zones is 30 km per h...

Some of the riders at this past weekend's Drayton Valley Pro Rodeo are getting closer to a slot in the Canadian Finals Rodeo. Wainwright brothers Dawson and Dillion Graham are currently rising in the ...

Brazeau County has officially launched the Western Economic Corridor. Created by the County, the Western Economic Corridor (WEC) represents a team of industries, Indigenous communities, post-secondary...

Drayton Valley RCMP are seeking the public's help in investigating a suspicious death. On Aug. 30, shortly after 8:30 p.m., Drayton RCMP responded to a call for assistance from the Drayton Hospital. A...

Kyle Shorey has been located and is safe. The RCMP thanks the public for their assistance.

Brazeau County is getting a boost from the province to fix the county's roads. The province recently announced its Strategic Transportation Infrastructure Program (STIP) and is handing out $31.5 milli...

The Drayton Valley Thunder have had a phenomenal start to their pre-season. Over the weekend, the Thunder had back-to-back wins against the Whitecourt Wolverines. Friday night, the Thunder were in Whi...