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Community grants, construction debris, fishing, volunteer appreciation, and a fire services agreement were among the topics at the May 11 Council meeting. https://morinvillenews.com///morinville-council-briefs-71/

Looking for Board Members to join our team! Whether you are passionate about your community, concerned about victim issues, we are looking for you to bring your... experience, share your passion, and shape Sturgeon Victims Services future. Board members provide direction and make decisions that impact our organization and help shape our community. Contact our office today with any questions. (780)939-1655

In case you missed our interview with Riley Quinn whose third book The Dark is due out June 1, here is our interview with him.

Localized numbers as of May 13 government update. Morinville had 1 new case, 2 more recoveries, for a total of 33 active cases. Sturgeon County had 8 new cases, 9 more recoveries for a total of 86 active cases. For complete details on provincial numbers, including total active cases, recoveries, lab testing data and comorbidities, visit https://www.alberta.ca/stats/covid-19-alberta-statistics.htm

We're glad to hear it.

Localized numbers as of Feb. 25 government update. Morinville* had no new cases, no more recoveries, for a total of 7 active cases. Sturgeon County had no new cases, five more recoveries, for a total of 3 active cases. Sturgeon County has had a total of three deaths, Morinville has had 11 deaths. ... For complete details on provincial numbers, including total active cases, recoveries, lab testing data and comorbidities, visit https://www.alberta.ca/stats/covid-19-alberta-statistics.htm government data shows one fewer recovered cases than previous day.

DQs coupon mailer is valid until the end of February.

Did you know we have a free community calendar, where you can promote your non-profit event? It's sponsored by DQ Morinville and this publication.

Lift Each Other Up was the slogan of this year’s Pink Shirt Day, which took place Feb. 24. https://morinvillenews.com//morinville-schools-recognize-/

Over half of all food produced in Canada is lost or wasted, which adds up to over $1,700 per household according to Second Harvest. To help you cut back, save money and help the planet, check out these tips: https://morinvillenews.com//whats-cooking-trimming-food-w/

Discover the beauty of Sturgeon County with the new Sturgeon County Skating Trail located in Cardiff Park! Residents are encouraged to get outside and get activ...e, especially during the pandemic, as an active lifestyle positively improves mental health. The 375-metre trail winds through the trees in a full loop, accessible for new and experienced skaters. Open daily until 10 pm and as it is unsupervised, visitors are kindly asked to maintain safe distancing, as per Alberta Health Services guidelines. Enjoy these exceptionally warm weeks and share your experience on social media by tagging Sturgeon County in your posts!

NAIT student Theron Hogg has done a three part series for Morinville Online, talking to local businesses about how they are doing during Alberta's current enhanced COVID-19 restrictions. In Part 3, Hogg speaks to Smith Music owner Paul Smith. Morinville Online encourages our readers to support all local businesses.

Tonight's 24 Days of Christmas story from the library. https://fb.watch/2zIpVG6bL5/

At its January 12 regular meeting Council approved an amendment to the Town’s Business Licence Bylaw that changes the deadline for applying for or renewing annual licenses from January 31 to March 31 each year, beginning in 2021. https://morinvillenews.com//council-amends-business-licen/

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Mayor Turner's Holiday message.

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Localized numbers as of Dec. 14 Morinville has 4 new cases, 5 recoveries for a total of 66 active cases. Sturgeon County has 10 new cases, 6 more recoveries for a total of 121 active cases. For complete details on provincial numbers including total active cases, recoveries, lab testing data and comorbidities, visit https://www.alberta.ca/stats/covid-19-alberta-statistics.htm

Tonight's Council greeting.

The Knights of Columbus are offering their thanks for the generous support in the recent Christmas Hamper Program

If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by February 18, 2021 with Brian McPherson at 9452 216 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T5T 1M9 and provide details of your claim. If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have. https://morinvillenews.com//notice-to-creditors-and-claim/

The Government of Alberta is set to receives 25,350 does of the Pfizer vaccine starting the week of Dec. 21 and says it will start immunizing priority health-care workers across the province. https://morinvillenews.com//albertas-priority-healthcare-/

Featuring wholesome ingredients like fresh mushrooms, this steak and ale pie recipe by Jenny from The Brunette Baker lets you easily recreate English-style comfort food in your very own home, at a fraction of the cost of takeout. Bold, hearty and delicious, it’s everything a savoury pie should be. https://morinvillenews.com//whats-cooking-tasty-pub-recip/

CPP premiums set to go up 3.8% next year. CFIB is asking feds to halt that increase. https://morinvillenews.com//cfib-urges-feds-to-not-raise-/

Only a few days left to come grab these fun and unique calendars for the warm drink lovers, the cheese lovers and the cute sock lovers

Let the festivities begin! Happy Holidays from our family to yours

Change in plans for this weekend's event. See below.

Cookbooks through Time- Part 2 of 3 This series covers recipe books from the Catholic Women's League (CWL) of Morinville, the 1956 Farm Women's Union of Alberta Cookbook, the UFA Cookbook and a quick glimpse at the circa 1946 Wartime Home Canning for Fruits and Vegetables. CWL...Continue reading

During our dine in temporary closure, 1/2 priced wings are available for take out and delivery! #wingwednesday #givethegiftofpizza #giftcards #10promocard

The Edmonton Metropolitan Regional Board is looking for input from farmers, ranchers and landowners. Details below, and survey at https://letstalkramp.ca

Farmers' Market Christmas Market goes virtual https://morinvillenews.com//morinville-christmas-market-g/

by Colin Smith How much does Morinville pay to be part of Edmonton Global? The annual amount the regional economic development organization is seeking from Morinville, as one of its 15 shareholders, is going up. But at Town Council’s regular meeting Tuesday there was uncertainty about the exact figures, which led to deferral of a recommendation to include the increase as part of the 2021 Operating Budget.... https://morinvillenews.com/?p=63210

Santa Claus is trading his sleigh for a Jeep Wrangler and cruising around Morinville and Cardiff on Sunday, Dec. 20. The doors will be off and Christmas music will be blasting from the festively-decorated Jeep. https://morinvillenews.com//santa-claus-taking-a-drive-ar/

Letter: Applications for Christmas Hampers start Nov.5 Details in the letter below. https://morinvillenews.com//letter-midstream-offers-info-/

Local numbers as of Friday, Oct. 16.

"Last year, there were over 1,200 reports of fraud greater than $5,000; almost 6,000 reports of fraud less than or equal to $5,000; and over 70 reports of unauthorized use of credit card data in Alberta RCMP jurisdiction." https://morinvillenews.com//column-alberta-rcmp-gives-fra/

JoAnne Maurier sent us this great photo.

With the Morinville Museum closed to visitors due to COVID-19 restrictions, we thought we'd take you there virtually with this short video shot before the shutdown.

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response to yesterday's measures from NDP and CFIB. https://morinvillenews.com//ndp-call-pandemic-response-to/

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Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools Long Service Awards The Board of Trustees hosted their 2020 Long Service Awards virtually this year. Together they celebrated 103 staff who have reached 5, 10, 15 20, 25, 30 and 35 milestone years with the Division....Continue reading

Some info on the shooting incident that locked down the Sturgeon Hospital yesterday. https://morinvillenews.com//st-albert-rcmp-investigating-/

submitted by Morinville RCMP The RCMP continue to investigate a serious collision which occurred on October 11, 2020 and resulted in the death of two adults. At 4:58 p.m., the RCMP responded to the collision at the intersection of Highways 651 and 803. Preliminary indications are that a car travelling south on Highway 803 collided with an SUV travelling east on Highway 651. [ 101 more words ] https://morinvillenews.com//morinville-rcmp-investigate-d/

Higher Grounds has books by three local authors. #shoplocal #morinville

An impressive accomplishment and $763.40 raised so far. You can still donate. https://morinvillenews.com//1000-push-up-challenge-raises/

As there is a substantial change over the weekend, we provide the following local info: Province released new numbers today for the past four days: Provincially: 581 Cases on Oct. 30, 525 on Oct. 31, 592 on Nov. 1, 570 on Nov. 2.... Locally, there are 35 cases in Morinville (including the school outbreak shown) and 45 in the County. The Premier said there will be more measures announced later this week. We will provide details when they are announced.

Good news. Update from an earlier post.

Not to be missed.

Morinville Centennial Community Gardens looking to grow and make more connections in the community. Click the link for details. https://morinvillenews.com//morinville-centennial-communi/

Morinville Sports Shorts - Jets, Sting, and Morinville Youth Basketball https://morinvillenews.com//03/morinville-sports-shorts-78/

2870 tickets issued over the long weekend. https://morinvillenews.com//operationimpact2020-results-i/

Seven per cent cut for Premier and minister's staff starting Monday. https://morinvillenews.com//government-cuts-staff-wages-b/

submitted by Writers’ Guild of Alberta The Writers’ Guild of Alberta (WGA) is preparing to celebrate another successful year with the 2021 Alberta Literary Awards. Writers from across Alberta and their publishers are invited to check out and submit to this year’s award categories. The deadline for submissions to the Alberta Literary Awards is December 31, 2020. Submissions are evaluated on originality, creativity, and quality of writing, as well as appropriate fit within a category. [ 182 more words ] https://morinvillenews.com//2021-alberta-literary-awards-/

Cora Krywko sent us this photo looking south from the top of the seed cleaning plant.

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Great sale starts tomorrow.

Electronic recycling event at the cultural centre parking lot on Friday from 3-5 pm. Details in the link below. https://morinvillenews.com//electronic-recycling-event-in/

The Morinville Community Library's popular Minecraft program is back. Here is Public Services Librarian Alliah Krahn with the details. https://morinvillenews.com//book-bites-library-minecraft-/

Mark your calendar.

Open 10-7 today!

Morinville Online is pleased to be able to sponsor the Family Movie event once again at a festival. This is about the eighth year we've been able to give back to the community with free movie events. There will be two showings - more details to follow. This movie event is entirely subject to COVID-19 case numbers and may have to be cancelled.

APPLE FEST & CRAFT SALE https://morinvilleonline.com/pec-eve/apple-fest-craft-sale/

Great new sign at Turners, but even greater - the new showroom and same great service.

Shandro announced the implementation of AHS plans that he says will save $600 million per year. We'll add NDP commentary to the article after their announcement at 1 p.m. today.

We are searching for coaches for this season! Our teams have been running since early September and we are in need of coaches for a variety of ages, from U7 to ...U18. Practices run 1x per week and we have strict COVID-19 protocols in place. If this sounds like something you, or someone you know, would be interested in being involved in, please email [email protected] OR contact us through our Facebook page! See more

1000 Push Up Challenge Peter Lofstrand set a goal to attempt 1000 push ups for a day to raise funds for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). The one day challenge was held Wednesday and scheduled from 0900- 5 pm. ... Lofstrand said he would have to do 88 sets of 10 push ups and 8 sets of 15 to get to 1000. Lofstrand said that calculated to a set of 10 every 5 minutes for the entire day and mix in a set of 15 every once in a while. A few people came in during the day to provide their support and donations. Kal McDonald of Coach's Corner Sports Bar did a few push ups with Lofstrand. Scott Wallace, CAASA Strongest Man Master 2019 and owner of Crushers Supplements provided Lofstrand with a few drink supplements, a few tips and a count down on a set of 15 push ups. Lofstrand said the final tally was 847 push ups. "I wanted to put up a valiant effort, and I beat my expectations of 300, so I hope that I've impressed enough to garner a few donations." Lofstrand said if a person would like to sponsor him he is on the JDRF webpage, listed under the 2020 Sun Life Ride to Defeat Diabetes for JDRF. To donate you can search on a word or letters in the first name, last name or Team Morinville. The Sun Life Ride to Defeat Diabetes for JDRF is held in communities across Canada every year. The participants raise funds to help make type 1 diabetes a thing of the past.

Any questions - direct them to the GCL page.

Our Executive is looking to fill the position of Equipment Director for the Association. For more details on how you can volunteer for this role, click on the link below. https://www.sturgeonhockeyclub.com/article/61963

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Local family that makes some vdeos on Youtube.

Can you believe this sweet boy has not had any interest yet! He is the sweetest thing! He enjoys stealing the chairs and hearts of all the ladies here, nap time... is his favorite time! He also gets the zoomies, every morning we open his kennel and he takes off to do his laps around the clinic! If you're interested in meeting this little man please give the clinic a call at 780-939-3133 He would be so thankful to find his forever home on this long weekend! See more

Congratulations.

The Greater St Albert Catholic Schools Board of Trustees hosted the Grand Opening of St. Kateri Tekakwitha Academy on Thursday, Oct. 8. https://morinvillenews.com//st-kateri-tekakwitha-academy-/