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Official secrets: Parks mum on airstrip campground

Dear Editor, Margaret Atwood wrote: “The best way of keeping a secret is to pretend there isn’t one,” but from the secrecy surrounding a development proposal at the airstrip one would think Parks Canada was running a spy agency rather than a Canadian

‘Be mindful of our metaphors’

Dear Editor, I am responding to Loni Klettl’s letter from January 29th, 2015. I want to begin by acknowledging the privilege of witnessing a passionate woman’s process of grieving a change that greatly impacts her life.

Library finally on track

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UPDATE: Body of missing climber, Mark Salesse, recovered

Parks Canada photo UPDATE: After six days of searching, Parks Canada Visitor Safety personnel located and recovered Sgt. Mark Salesse at approximately 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11. The RCMP released the news Wednesday night at 9 p.m.

Hans remain ‘strong’ after fire destroys house

T. Nichols photo “Grandpa” Dong and “Grandma” Doris Han are still dealing with the aftermath of the fire that ripped through their home, but overwhelming support from the community is making that journey a whole lot easier. The Feb.

Community rallies to aid Eric Clancy

Submitted photo It wasn’t just Grandma and Grandpa’s lives that were turned upside down by the Geikie Street fire: on Feb. 3 their tenant, Eric Clancy, also had to watch his home as it was gutted by flames.

Library project on schedule

N. Veerman file photo The long-overdue library and cultural centre is on track to meet its new September opening date, according to a progress report from its contractors.

Jasper to form Tour of Alberta committee

Photo courtesy of Tour of Alberta Jasper has a lot of work to do before the Tour of Alberta rolls into town in September, but first things first it needs to finalize its local organizing committee.

Municipality seeks feedback on town-wide wifi

Creative Commons photo The municipality wants to know: where do you want free wifi? Beginning next week, a survey—both digital and paper—will be circulated to find out whether the community supports the installation of free wifi in town, and, if so,

National Park News: Volunteering in Jasper

Parks Canada photo Every year, dozens of volunteers contribute hundreds of hours to help make a difference in Parks Canada’s environmental stewardship and visitor experience in Jasper National Park.
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