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Value of building projects nearly equal to all of 2016

Value of building projects nearly equal to all of 2016

The value of building permits in Olds so far this year is already almost as high as it was at the end of 2016, thanks primarily to a permit for a $4.
Hiker for mental health passes through Olds

Hiker for mental health passes through Olds

If you saw a lonely figure hauling a ball and chain down the highway over the past few days you might be surprised to find out you're looking at a picture of good mental health. Mike Loughman left High Level, Alta.
Cooper kicks off UCP tour in Olds

Cooper kicks off UCP tour in Olds

Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills MLA and United Conservative Party interim leader Nathan Cooper kicked off his summer tour Wednesday (Aug. 2) in Olds.
Granny Jacks shutters storefront

Granny Jacks shutters storefront

Local bistro Granny Jacks announced Tuesday morning that they'd be shuttering up their shop in Uptowne Olds.
New college vice-president named

New college vice-president named

Olds College is pleased to announce Debbie Thompson has been selected as the new vice-president, academic & student experience as well as chief innovation officer.
Virtual reality available at library

Virtual reality available at library

Have you ever wanted to wander through a rain forest but couldn't afford the trip? Maybe you always wanted to be an astronaut and go to space.
Groundbreaking ceremony for new Bowden Community Hall

Groundbreaking ceremony for new Bowden Community Hall

Even with a big hole already lurking in the shadows behind, local politicians stuck four ceremonial shovels into a pile of dirt in Bowden on July 29, making the new community hall project officially a go.
There'll be some new faces on Bowden council

There'll be some new faces on Bowden council

BOWDEN - There will definitely be some new faces on town council after the Oct. 16 municipal election because at least two councillors – Lloyd Lane and Sheila Church -- have decided not to run again.
Bearchell seeks third term as councillor

Bearchell seeks third term as councillor

Election season is officially upon us, as Coun. Wade Bearchell announced last week that he won't run for mayor in the upcoming October municipal election, but will seek a third term on council.
More buildings in Olds get historical plaques

More buildings in Olds get historical plaques

The Town of Olds, Olds Communities in Bloom Committee and the Olds Historical Society are pleased to announce the continuation of the Olds Historical Signage Program that started in 2007.
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