Sundre News

River Valley School Eagles middle A basketball player Adam Cottrell looks for a pass during the Eagles' game against the Westglen School Wildcats at Didsbury High School on Friday, Jan. 22. The game was part of a junior A/middle A basketball tournament.

Sundre's council recently agreed to send Alberta's minister of environment and parks a letter urging prompt action prior to high water levels in June. Mayor Terry Leslie told council during the Feb.

The reputation of the Sundre Trappers' Association's supper and auction fundraiser certainly seems to precede itself.

INNISFAIL ó Despite tough economic times and an uncertain future across the province and Central Alberta, Wildrose Leader Brian Jean remains optimistic for better days ahead.

An annual wildlife management meeting provides a chance for residents to not only learn about regulatory changes but also to share concerns or offer input.

Canadian folk-rockers The Lion The Bear The Fox performed at the Sundre Arts Centre on Saturday, Jan. 16. The event was well attended with 91 tickets sold.

On Friday, Feb. 12, police were called to assist emergency medical services with an unresponsive male. He was witnessed collapsing in a ditch on Highway 22 just north of Sundre. Witnesses assisted the male with CPR until emergency services arrived. The 60-year-old male was transported to hospital but unfortunately was declared deceased by natural causes. Police want to thank those who assisted the man with their valiant efforts to keep him alive.

Residents recently got to enjoy a variety of activities at the Sundre Museum during the 11th annual Winterfest, although the weather was more reminiscent of spring.