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Concerns for the future of Jasper's workforce post COVID-19

While Jasper's unemployed workforce has CERB to fall on during this crisis, JEEC's greatest concern is that if workers stay on CERB until the end of August, they will not have any work to return to come September or federal monies to rely on come the

End of an era for Jasper pharmacist

Gail Lonsberry’s last day of work at the hospital before her retirement was on Friday, May 29. | Supplied photo Fuchsia Dragon | publisher@fitzhugh.

Kids bike sale raises hundreds of dollars for Jasper Lions Club

A sale of refurbished kids bikes by Jasper Bike Rescue raised $200 for Jasper Lions Club on Saturday. Pictured: Roy Nickel. | F.Dragon photos Fuchsia Dragon | publisher@fitzhugh.

Snitch line opens to report fraudulent CERB claims

Canada Revenue Agency has launched an official snitch line to report fraudulent CERB and CEWS claims.

Seniors celebrated in Jasper with emergency vehicle parade

Emergency vehicles passed Jasper's two seniors' homes and residential areas on Monday. | J.

Sidewalk expansion to go ahead in Jasper

By Joanne McQuarrie Following a lengthy discussion at their regular meeting on June 2 about enhancing guest experiences while social distancing, Jasper town council decided to go ahead with a sidewalk expansion set-up similar to what is used in Canmo

Standing in solidarity: Black Lives Matter protest held in Jasper

A peaceful Black Lives Matter protest was held in Jasper June 2. Protesters met at Jasper Courthouse and marched down Patricia Street and along Connaught Drive. | J.

COVID-19 testing now available for all Albertans - symptoms or not

All Albertans are now eligible for COVID-19 testing, whether experiencing symptoms, or not. Offered by appointment and free-of-charge at AHS assessment centre locations around the North Zone, testing is easily booked online by visiting www.ahs.

Porch concert series by Jasper musicians entertains the community

The Lawn Gnomes performed outside 1023 Patricia Street. They will perform again June 13. | F.Dragon photo Fuchsia Dragon | publisher@fitzhugh.

Letter: One bad apple should not spoil the whole bunch

File photo. Dear editor, I am writing in response to a March 10 article in your publication regarding a letter to the municipal council requesting all fruit trees be removed in the Jasper townsite.
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