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The Root Romp’s reigning champion and course record-setter, Reiner Thoni, was absent from the 10-kilometre race this year, leaving the first place finish open for someone new: Keith Thiboult.

Due to the Fitzhugh's print deadlines, we were unable to address this issue in our Oct. 17 edition of the paper. In our effort to provide the community with the best possible coverage ahead of the Oct.

Students of Jasper Junior/Senior High School put candidates for mayor, council and school trustee on the spot, Oct. 17, in their very own all candidates forum.

1. What is your motivation for running in the election this year? Betsy DeClercq (incumbent) I have a passion for children, and to be a small part of the opportunity to share in the educational process for our students is very special.

1. What is your motivation for running in the election this year? Betsy DeClercq (incumbent) I have a passion for children, and to be a small part of the opportunity to share in the educational process for our students is very special.

Printed here are the final questions the Fitzhugh posed to the 23 candidates running for mayor and council in the Oct. 21 municipal election.

T. Nichols photo The Jasper Glaciers were victorious again, in no small part due to a very tight defense that not only stopped Edson’s Holy Redeemer Rebels twice inside the 10 yard line, but created four turnovers and scored a defensive touchdown.

Submitted Photo If you think a little whiplash from too much head banging is going to stop The Mahones, think again. In fact, according to lead singer Finny McConnell, pretty much the whole band is busted up from some on-stage injury.

submitted photo JW Jones might never have become a blues musician. The Ottawa native started his musical career as a drummer, and if it wasn’t for a B. B.

Twenty-three candidates: it’s the most Jasper has ever seen in a municipal election. Such a broad range is exciting, but for many, overwhelming. Dr.