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Choosing a Conservative candidate for Yellowhead

Dear Editor, Jim Eglinski sounds like a perfect candidate to represent the Harper government. In his own words: “I’m going to be sitting in the back row... I’m going to be picking up the skills of other MPs.

Histories intertwined: the Fitzhugh's 9th anniversary

On Nov. 3, 2005 the Fitzhugh hit newsstands for the very first time. It was a 20-page paper full of vibrant photos and stories of Jasper's residents.

Jasper’s pine beetle management under scrutiny

N. Veerman photo Jasper National Park has recently come under fire for what some are calling a failure to properly control the spread of mountain pine beetle.

Yellowhead MP candidates weigh in on issues

In less than two weeks time, Yellowhead voters will pick a replacement for the riding’s recently departed, long-time representative, Rob Merrifield. There are five candidates vying for the position.

Remembrance Day: Jasper's First World War prisoners

Photo courtesy of the Jasper-Yellowhead Museum and Archives There's a long list of Jasperites who fought for their country in the early 20th century, and each Remembrance Day we turn our thoughts to them.

Day in the Life: Park Warden Joe Storms

T. Nichols photo On a Friday afternoon, Oct. 24, Park Warden Joe Storms trudges through the brush just outside the Jasper townsite.

On Science: The mysterious case of the red river rocks

S. Young-Leslie photo One of the wonderful things about living in the community for whom you write, is when every once in a while you get a phone call like this: “I have a mystery for you.

Jasper Food Bank supports community, community supports food bank

N. Veerman photo The shelves are yet again full at the Jasper Food Bank, after a successful door-to-door food drive, Oct. 25.

National Park News: Travel safely on Highway 93

M. Bradley photo Winter can be a magical time on the Icefields Parkway—a wonderland of snow-covered slopes, frozen waterfalls and wildlife.

Col. Chris Hadfield celebrates dark skies in Jasper

T. Nichols photos For someone who spent 146 days as far removed from humanity as is currently possible, Chris Hadfield is remarkably relatable.
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