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GollyGForce image Although living in Jasper can sometimes feel a bit like a fairytale, with woodland creatures greeting us around every bend and the mountains providing a picturesque backdrop for our romantic adventures, the park’s storybook appearan

Last year, like many of you here in Jasper, I lost a friend, Jeanine, to depression. The journey since has been a tough one: grief, guilt, and worry for friends for which the loss has triggered their own depression and mental health issues.

Su Young-Leslie photo One year ago, Jasper was shaken to its core. The community suffered a loss so unfathomable that, 12 months later, people are still trying to wrap their heads around it.

Albertans will be heading to the polls for the 29th time in the province’s history, May 5. The stakes couldn’t be higher with global oil prices plunging, income taxes on the rise, and the government facing a record $5-billion deficit.

N. Veerman photo Don’t expect any adjustments to the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) program—that was the blunt message Jim Eglinski, MP for Yellowhead, delivered to the Jasper Park Chamber of Commerce Tuesday morning.

P. Clarke photo Squeezed under the bleachers of the Jasper Activity Centre, the municipal library has made the most out of its temporary home—thanks in large part to the leadership of Angie Thom, the newly appointed director of library services.

Hi-Strung Downers Saturday, April 18 Jasper Legion, 8 p.m. $15 The Hi-Strung Downers combine dapper suits, slicked-back hair, high energy and heartbreak with a rockabilly sound and punk rock attitude.

Spring improvements to bridge infrastructure Beginning this spring, Parks Canada is investing in a number of infrastructure improvements in Jasper National Park to ensure a world-class experience for the millions of visitors to this magnificent Rocky

MonkeyJunk - Friday, April 10 - Jasper Legion - 9 p.m. Alberta residents love blues music, which is why MonkeyJunk can’t wait to kick off the first show of its tour in Jasper.

Doc MacLean - Saturday, April 11 - Olive Bistro - 8:30 p.m. - $10 Seasoned bluesman Doc MacLean has a penchant for the open road.