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Jasper sits at 0 active COVID-19 cases as provincial numbers continue to rise

Jasper has had zero active cases of COVID-19 since May 16. | Alberta Health Fuchsia Dragon | [email protected] Since May 16, Jasper has had zero active cases of COVID-19.

Jul 17, 2020 9:30 PM Read more >

Health and wellness: Handling cancer and fatigue

This health and wellness article was provided by Alberta Health Services. Fatigue is a sense of tiredness that doesn't seem to go away, even with rest or sleep. It often happens along with other symptoms, such as pain or poor sleep.

Jul 17, 2020 1:05 PM Read more >

Machete and knife-wielding men arrested in Jasper after 'altercation'

RCMP photo of the machete one of the men was allegedly in possession of. Two men were arrested July 10 for being in possession of a weapon dangerous to the public. Jasper RCMP received multiple 911 calls at about 7 p.m.

Jul 16, 2020 10:03 PM Read more >

Know Your Rights: Wage subsidy, job protected leave, and abuse of workers

Ginette Marcoux | Special to the Fitzhugh The Jasper Employment & Education Centre has recently had inquiries from workers in Jasper about emerging workplace issues that we wanted to shed light on after speaking with CRA and Employment Standards,

Jul 16, 2020 8:01 PM Read more >

Supporting the community through the pandemic, and beyond

Outreach workers Beth LeBlanc, Anna DeClercq and Carla Gallop. Although the Community Outreach Services office (pictured) is closed, outreach workers continue to provide free, confidential support by phone Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Jul 16, 2020 1:09 PM Read more >

A fresh summer recipe for your next backyard get-together

As we begin hosting small gatherings, it’s time to break out a dish that sings summer.

Jul 16, 2020 12:55 PM Read more >

Firefighting in Jasper: More than a century of service to the community

Jasper Volunteer Fire Brigade is still an integral part of the community. Members not only extinguish fires, but also provide preventative measures that ensure the town and its residents’ safety.

Jul 15, 2020 7:28 PM Read more >

Paid parking in Jasper considered by council

The new municipal parking lot at Stan Wright Industrial Park will be designated parking for community members, but fees for parking there are yet to be determined. | J.

Jul 15, 2020 5:22 PM Read more >

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Jul 14, 2020 11:14 PM Read more >

New climbing equipment installed at Lions Park

After planning, fundraising and labour, the new playground equipment at the Lions Park is getting close to being ready to use.

Jul 14, 2020 6:43 PM Read more >