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• Andrea House to close RavenWood Music Club 2024-2025 season

  10-04-2025 23:25 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  After a remarkable few months of singer-songwriters, the RavenWood Music Club will host its final show of the 2024-25 season on Friday, April 11 at 7 p.m. at Salisbury Greenhouse. Taking the stage for her RavenWood debut will be folk artist, Andrea House. Having performed previously at Festival Place with the Story of Linda Ronstadt as part of the Patio Series, House said she’s excited to be back in front of an audience in Sherwood Park and play in the unique greenhouse environment at Sal
  
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• Letter to the Editor - Thursday, May 8 - Sherwood Park News

  08-05-2025 23:33 via news.google.com
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• Mayor optimistic of county's future in annual address - Sherwood Park News

  08-05-2025 23:25 via news.google.com
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• Fire restriction in effect for Strathcona County - Sherwood Park News

  08-05-2025 23:25 via news.google.com
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• Fire restriction in effect for Strathcona County

  08-05-2025 23:18 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  With warmer and dryer than normal conditions, local firefighters have been busy fighting wildfires on multiple fronts. In response to the windy and dry conditions, a fire restriction was issued for Strathcona County on Monday afternoon, May 5. The restriction applies to both the urban and rural areas throughout the municipality. Under the restriction, are fires and firework permits are suspended until further notice. That includes no open fires, such as brush and bonfires and no burn barrels. Re
  
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• Blaze quickly contained at Genalta metal recycling facility - Sherwood Park News

  08-05-2025 23:18 via news.google.com
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• On-Demand Transit improvements on horizon - Sherwood Park News

  08-05-2025 23:11 via news.google.com
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• Blaze quickly contained at Genalta metal recycling facility

  08-05-2025 23:10 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Billowing thick black smoke from Sherwood Park’s most western corner was seen from miles around on Friday, May 2. Strathcona County Emergency Services (SCES) responded to a fire at the Genalta Recycling facility around 2:52 p.m. on May 2. Seven crews backed by support staff and command arrived to heavy smoke and flames, and despite limited access to water, they worked quickly to isolate the fire and got it under control by 4 p.m. “It looked bad, but we were able to get it under contr
  
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• On-Demand Transit improvements on horizon

  08-05-2025 23:05 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Major changes are coming for local On-Demand Transit (ODT). Since replacing its fixed hourly evening and weekend services in 2022 with an on-demand pilot service, the option to schedule an ODT route on Strathcona County Transit has become increasingly popular. In 2024, boarding numbers for evening and weekend rides exceeded 2019 levels, with a notable uptake in the spring and summer months. While the service was made a permanent fixture in 2025, it’s time for some tweaks. ODT’s top i
  
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• RCMP: Strategies are needed to prevent property crime - Sherwood Park News

  08-05-2025 23:03 via news.google.com
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• Mayor optimistic of county's future in annual address

  08-05-2025 23:00 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Optimism came in bounds during this year’s State of the County address. During his annual update to the local business community and regional politicians, Mayor Rod Frank said the county’s plan for economic prosperity, responsible development, a healthy and safe community, and municipal excellence is working. “This year, I say our plan — our vision — is clearer than ever, and our future is bright because of the foundations we have laid together,” Frank told a
  
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• RCMP: Strategies are needed to prevent property crime

  08-05-2025 22:57 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  As warmer temperature bring on more outdoor enjoyment, home renovations, and vacations, Strathcona County RCMP are reminding homeowners and businesses to implement Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles to enhance safety and protect their property against crime. Useful for both businesses and residential homes, CPTED principles focus on the use of design to eliminate or reduce criminal behaviour while at the same time encouraging people to keep an eye out for one anothe
  
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• RCMP investigating fatal collision - Sherwood Park News

  08-05-2025 22:56 via news.google.com
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• Alberta Parks issues warning about garter snakes in local area - Sherwood Park News

  08-05-2025 22:55 via news.google.com
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• Service in their veins: Local firefighters host blood drive - Sherwood Park News

  08-05-2025 22:53 via news.google.com
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• RCMP investigating fatal collision

  08-05-2025 22:53 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  An RCMP investigation has been launched following the death of a young driver on the Anthony Henday. On Friday, May 2, Strathcona County RCMP responded to a report of a single vehicle collision on the southbound Anthony Henday near Baseline Road in Strathcona County. A 37-year-old Edmonton man, the lone occupant of the SUV, was confirmed dead at the scene. A small grass fire was ignited as a result of the collision, but thanks to some quick actions by a passerby, it was quickly under control bef
  
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• Alberta Parks issues warning about garter snakes in local area

  08-05-2025 22:50 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Alberta motorists are being warned to watch for snakes on the road when heading towards two areas in the county and east of them. Alberta Parks issued an advisory to motorists on Wednesday to watch for garter snakes on the road when heading towards Cooking Lake-Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area and Miquelon Lake Provincial Park. The advisory states that “snakes will be crossing and stopping on roads more often during the spring season” because they are migrating from “their
  
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• Service in their veins: Local firefighters host blood drive

  08-05-2025 22:49 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Strathcona County firefighters rolled up their sleeves on Wednesday, April 30 to give from the heart. Gathering at the Agora, they joined Canadian Blood Services for the first Strathcona Firefighters Association blood drive. Marking the association’s 50th anniversary, organizers went in with the goal of getting 50 donations, a target that was easily surpassed by the dedicated first responders who serve Strathcona County. “We see every day how blood donations save lives, and we though
  
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• Gear up for fun: Bike Rodeo is back - Sherwood Park News

  08-05-2025 22:45 via news.google.com
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• Gear up for fun: Bike Rodeo is back

  08-05-2025 22:43 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Saddle up those trikes and bikes, Strathcona County RCMP returns with the annual Bike Rodeo on Saturday, May 10 at the Strathcona Athletic Park. Emphasizing bicycle and road safety, the event hosted at 1100 Cloverbar Road welcomes young cyclists for an afternoon of learning and fun activities and will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featuring an interactive obstacle course which will test riders’ balance and break skills among others, Mud Sweat and Gears will be on scene offering minor bike tun
  
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• Farmer and Daughter Toy Shop celebrates grand opening

  08-05-2025 22:40 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Welcoming the newest toy store to the community, children and families gathered on Saturday, May 3 to celebrate the grand opening of Farmer and Daughter Toy Shop. Offering activities, treats, and the first look at their brand-new location at 2008 B Sherwood Drive, owners of the shop, Yves Benoit and Shelly Solarz, kicked off their latest venture with a bang. “We had a full house here for the first few hours,” said Benoit. Formerly the Farmer and Daughter Workshop, the couple pivoted
  
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• Pin it to win it: YEGPin returns with free play and tournament

  08-05-2025 22:35 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  For the eighth year, YEGPin Pinball and Arcade Expo returns to Millennium Place on Thursday, May 15 to Sunday, May 18. Welcoming visitors from around the world, the event is made up of a free play area and tournament where some of the world’s top pinballers will go head-to-head to show off their skills. Featuring 300 pinball machines, including the latest Dune and King Kong games, the weekend will start with 180 machines available to the public for free play with that number growing as the
  
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• All that jazz: Sal students present Chicago at Festival Place - Sherwood Park News

  08-05-2025 22:28 via news.google.com
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• Alberta announces steps to address measles outbreak, worst in decades - Sherwood Park News

  08-05-2025 22:25 via news.google.com
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• All that jazz: Sal students present Chicago at Festival Place

  08-05-2025 22:24 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  Students at Salisbury Composite High School are preparing to razzle-dazzle audiences as they count down the days until opening night of Chicago on Monday, May 12 at Festival Place. Set in the 1920s, the show tells the story of a woman drawn to stardom who is accused of murder and quickly discovers her incarceration might just be her ticket to fame. Featuring choreography in the style of Tony award winner Bob Fosse, the electrifying show combines jazz, vaudevillian inspired performance, and a loo
  
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• Alberta announces steps to address measles outbreak, worst in decades

  08-05-2025 22:21 via sherwoodparknews.com
  
  With measles cases increasing in the province, Alberta’s health minister announced immediate measures to improve vaccination access as well as an expanded advertising campaign launching next week.As of noon Monday, there were 265 confirmed measles cases in Alberta, including 42 active cases.About 86 per cent of the total cases have been in the province’s south and central zones. While Adriana LaGrange said Monday she’s encouraged that more Albertans are getting immunized
  
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• Strathcona County – Sherwood Park: Here’s to a bold future! - Sherwood Park News

  08-05-2025 22:08 via news.google.com
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• MP Genuis: The 45th Parliament begins - Sherwood Park News

  08-05-2025 22:03 via news.google.com
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• MLA Armstrong-Homeniuk: Investing in career and employment services - Sherwood Park News

  08-05-2025 21:38 via news.google.com
  MLA Armstrong-Homeniuk: Investing in career and employment services  Sherwood Park News
  
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• Plan for an emergency: Be prepared. Act now! - Sherwood Park News

  08-05-2025 21:32 via news.google.com
  Plan for an emergency: Be prepared. Act now!  Sherwood Park News
  
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