Town picks sewer project with $500K in funding. With application deadlines fast approaching, the Town of Vermilion had to deliberate what shovel-ready projects they were going to submit for $493,000 in provincial stimulus funding. They also discussed the federal gun regulation process last week, and heard public commentary on racism. …

Vermilion residents can’t wait for September 1 when the Upper Level Pottery & Art Gallery is set open downtown. The new gallery will be located in the Craig’s Cornerstone building and will feature local artists of all kinds. Metal, soapstone carving, woodwork, mixed media, acrylic painting, and copper jewellery can …

ACE Waterline work will continue. Dignitaries met in Vermilion welcoming Alberta Minister of Infrastructure, Prasad Panda, at the new wastewater treatment facility site. The group discussed the current build as well as separate multi-million dollar provincial and federal infrastructure funding. The funding currently being distributed in other local areas applies …

ZenSeekers adventured around Vermilion last week capturing sweet spots for food, fun, and rest during their #TakeItToTheLake Creator Showcase. In partnership with Travel Alberta, they featured locations that residents or families and friends can experience to take a break, when travelling, or to try something new. “People can travel outside …

Vermilion receiving $500K for undetermined project. Members of the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association met Thursday to discuss policing and new stimulus funding. The Summer Municipal Leaders’ Caucus was held at the Vermilion Regional Centre. The Town of Vermilion has been allocated $493,000 in stimulus funding. CAO George Rogers is hopeful …

Jackson resumed training locally this spring, biking through Vermilion, Kitscoty, Marwayne, among others. Vermilion’s Alison Jackson has been cycling professionally for the past six years, and is now one of 14 female athletes with Team Sunweb, who are currently ranked first in the UCI Women’s World Tour. The team is …

Drones are becoming increasingly common in the agriculture world. Local farmers participated in an Ag Drone School in Vermilion this week. Aside from learning how to fly them, LandView Drones president, Markus Weber, covered how using drones can apply to farming operations or various job opportunities. These drones are capable …

The County of Vermilion River reopened their office yesterday, but are asking residents to continue their alternative measures. Although in-person access is available, to avoid unnecessary contact, they are asking residents to continue making payments online or by dropping cheques in the mail or at their drop box. The County …