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FCSS planning 'Make the Connection' event

FCSS planning 'Make the Connection' event

Make the Connection is the September event where residents can have one-on-one conversations with clubs programs and businesses to discuss extra curricular interests and activities
Jasper wildfire: CN operations remain active, passenger rail still not stopping in town

Jasper wildfire: CN operations remain active, passenger rail still not stopping in town

CN had suspended operations for several days following the initial evacuation on July 22 but was able to resume rail traffic after inspecting infrastructure and consulting Parks Canada.
Jasper wildfire: Highway 16 reopening to all traffic tomorrow

Jasper wildfire: Highway 16 reopening to all traffic tomorrow

Motorists will not be allowed to stop or exit off Highway 16 while travelling through Jasper National Park. There will be no washrooms or refuelling options, and motorists must obey all posted speed limits and signage.
Jasper wildfire: Officials address concerns about heavy equipment on private property

Jasper wildfire: Officials address concerns about heavy equipment on private property

The Municipality of Jasper said crews were not sifting through or removing debris on private property and were only mitigating immediate public hazards.
Five Questions: Former Athabasca Mayor Colleen Powell

Five Questions: Former Athabasca Mayor Colleen Powell

The former mayor answered questions about the town, community, and how she ended up here as part of a summer-long series by Town and Country This Week intern Maya Zimmer
Kindergarten students Meet the Bus Aug. 13

Kindergarten students Meet the Bus Aug. 13

Kindergarten students have the opportunity to go for a ride on a school on August 13 to try it out before their first day of school
AUGUST 8 ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and cams

AUGUST 8 ROAD REPORT: Town and Country road conditions and cams

Get a look at your commute - click for up-to-date conditions map and road cameras
Athabasca fire department saw calls slow down in Q2

Athabasca fire department saw calls slow down in Q2

Calls return to historic average after 2023 peak
Jasper wildfire: Parks Canada will contact campers who left behind trailers

Jasper wildfire: Parks Canada will contact campers who left behind trailers

Campers will be informed how these items can be collected or asked to give permission to dispose of items damaged beyond repair. 
WATCH: Video footage shows people scream, flee when tent collapses at Westlock Meditation Centre

WATCH: Video footage shows people scream, flee when tent collapses at Westlock Meditation Centre

The footage shows the wind picking up the tent and launching it.
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