Two more weeks? Seems more like a lifetime. The recent announcement of at least another two weeks of shut down certainly was not what we wanted to hear at the A. G. Ross Arena. But at least the kids can go to school and give their parents a break. We …
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Hockey Alberta’s announcement that Provincials has been cancelled for the second consecutive season was not a shock to locals, but that doesn’t take away the hurt of not competing for a big prize. The decision Wednesday just confirmed some people’s fears that it would not be around again in 2021. …
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Goodbye 2020 and don’t come back. This past year has been a challenge for everyone. I could be wrong but I do believe Mark ‘the Marksman’ Letestu, who recently announced his retirement from the NHL, might have been playing for another year if not for COVID-19. From the first time …
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The Alberta Junior Hockey League is intending on returning to game action when they are given the green light. The league’s Board of Governors met on Friday to discuss a Return to Play Plan, but with existing provincial restrictions in place for several weeks the League is unable to establish …
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“You don’t know what you got, until it’s gone!” Joni Mitchell’s song Big Yellow Taxi pretty well sums up the year 2020. Never in the past 25 years, did I have to sit around on a Sunday night and wonder what I can write about this week. Because all the …
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A long-time Glendon teacher has been inducted into the Alberta Schools Athletic Association Hall of Fame this month. Daryn Galatiuk said the induction was completely unexpected, and very humbling. “Coming from my background and not having a ton of sporting experience, but to be recognized by your peers and to …
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No to outdoor rink near Extra Foods, however. The Town of St. Paul plans to begin construction of a skating oval around one row of campground stalls at Reunion Station. According to administration, the idea was first proposed by Coun. Gary Ward, who in turn got it from a conference …
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While gathering is not allowed and many sports are cancelled for the moment, there are still ways to get outside and enjoy nature this winter. The Bonnyville Snowdusters, a club that’s been around since 1993, is bringing awareness to the trails and cabins in the area available to use, while …
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Tales from the ODC (Outdoor Courts): December 8th, 2020 These desperate times bring out desperate measures! They say Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in North America. After playing it now for a few years I can see why. It’s a ton of fun, great exercise and almost any age …
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Tales from the Timebox: December 1st, 2020 The dreaded Scrooge, Covid 19 is at it again! This time it is really getting annoying. Trying to steal the Christmas spirt. Baaaahumbug!! I for one do not plan on letting that happen. The minor hockey in St. Paul and Bonnyville County’s, along …
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