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NATIONAL PARK NEWS: Sept. 25, 2014

Aquatic connectivity in Jasper National Park If you were to look at a map of rivers, streams, wetlands and lakes in Jasper National Park, it would resemble the circulatory system of your body.

Reel Lives: Filmaker Profile

Like most filmmakers, Kalli Paakspuu was exposed to film at an early age. Her father had an old 8mm camera, and she can still remember him setting up a projector to screen home movies. In an interview Sept.

Legislation murky on Legion tax exemption

The Jasper Legion is requesting it be exempt from municipal taxes—as well as provincial school taxes—in an attempt to cut costs and keep its doors open.

Celebrated teachers give thanks to Jasper

Teachers Laurie Cassie and Sharon Moy are recipients of the Governor General's Award because of a year of study they conducted based on a book set in Jasper National Park.

IN BRIEF: Sept. 18, 2014

MP Merrifield moves on Rob Merrifield, MP for Yellowhead, announced his retirement from the House of Commons, Sept. 17, after 14 years of service.

Folk fest a success

Dear Editor, A big shout out to all involved in putting together the second annual Jasper Folk Music Fest.

Hang up on scammers

At least twice a day the Fitzhugh office receives a call informing us that we have won a prize.

Senior shaken by phone scam

Billy Brown photo Evelyn Clarke picked up the phone. It was Friday evening, around 5 p.m. Her call display said it was a private number, but she was expecting a call from a friend whose number never shows up, so she answered.

Campbell promoted to keeper of the coffers

Robin Campbell, MLA for West Yellowhead. West Yellowhead MLA Robin Campbell is Alberta’s new finance minister. Premier Jim Prentice, who recently won the PC leadership vote, promoted Campbell Sept. 15 when he announced his new cabinet.

Three days of folk

Bright Light Social Hour headlined the festival on Saturday night. N. Veerman photo On Sunday afternoon, music magic took place in Centennial Park.
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