Constables Kevin Chopek and Russell Hoffman go all in for the block as they face off against the Grizzlies Senior Boys. A short awards ceremony was held just before the volleyball action kicked off on Wednesday to recognize the efforts and accomplishments of the Senior Girls and Senior Boys team members. For the Senior Girls…
As we reach the halfway point of November in Swan Hills, the days keep getting shorter, and the air is getting chilly, but the weather is still fairly mild for this time of year. While there is some snow on the ground, so far, we’re nowhere close to looking like a winter wonderland. Be that…
The Swan Hills community gathered on Thursday to pay their heartfelt tributes to the courageous Canadian soldiers who have served our nation both in the past and those who continue to do so today. The occasion was a solemn Remembrance Day ceremony hosted at Swan Hills School. This year, the ceremony was held a fair…
While Halloween often conjures up images of chilly nights and bundled-up costumes, this year, the residents of Swan Hills experienced a pleasant surprise. Mother Nature seemed to be in the Halloween spirit, gracing the town with mild late-fall temperatures that provided a welcome contrast to the usual autumn chill. As the sun set, children and…
The Swan Hills RCMP detachment celebrated the 150th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police on September 29 with a community BBQ at the Keyano Centre. The event was originally to be held at the detachment in the parking lot but was moved to the Keyano Centre due to a less than favorable weather forecast.…
The students of Swan Hills School enjoyed a beautiful fall morning outdoors as they participated in the annual Terry Fox Run on Wednesday. This remarkable event, held in honour of Terry Fox's indomitable spirit and his quest to find a cure for cancer, brought together students from all grades to make a difference in the…
Swan Hills School is now in full swing, having resumed classes nearly three weeks ago. As we settle back into our routines, we must remain vigilant and considerate while navigating our roads. With a significant number of students walking back and forth to school, our streets are seeing an uptick in pedestrian traffic during the…
The Swan Hills Pickleball Club (SHPC) had its first session on Monday evening in the large gym at Swan Hills School, drawing a crowd of roughly 20 members of the Swan Hills community to learn about the sport and give it a try. Certified pickleball instructors Guye and Carmen Lappin provided fun and easy guidance…
With summer waning and autumn colours beginning to paint the landscape, Swan Hills students headed back to school this past Wednesday. Returning students appeared eager to reconnect with their friends after the summer break and begin a new chapter in their educational journey, while new students tried to contain their nervousness and excitement. Swan Hills…
Located 5 km north of Devon, Alberta, the University of Alberta Botanic Gardens was the perfect setting for the Wild Mushroom Exposition on Sunday, August 13. The weather was perfect, a bright sunny day with hardly a cloud in the sky. Wild mushroom enthusiasts and those looking to learn more about the subject were lined…