Here’s what else is making news in the May 24, 2016 edition of The Tofield Mercury, on news stands now!
– Tofield mayor calls mill rate increase “quite small” after town passes budget;
– Food collected for evacuees but no longer needed will be distributed to local area food banks;
– Full page Ryley grad tribute page highlights graduates;
– Free wildlife presentation for all Fort Mac evacuees at Tofield Nature Centre;
– Opinion: MP Kevin Sorenson’s Parliamentary Report – Standing Up for Trade and Jobs; Letter: Public’s help sought for boy with complex medical needs;
– Loose Ends columnist Carol Livingstone talks about “Family Time;”
– This Week on the Web: Laura Jane Grace burns birth certificate in protest; Chefs face off in a rap battle; Instant translation product announced; Jewellery found in mug in Auschwitz;
– The News and Views of Greens and Blues by Rebecca Hellekson discusses Routine Change-Up;
– Sports: Soccer U10 teams play the field in Tofield; Powerline Baseball League standings;
– Gazebo Park project on hold after delegation of 18 questions $40,000 price tag – park requires landscaping work;
– Village of Holden sets Monday, June 27th for by-election;
– Bridge Anyone? The Tofield Community Hall was filled with bridge players as the Tofield Bridge Club held its annual tournament;
– Edmonton Oilers’ Joey Moss dances up a storm at Sunshine Villa entertainment night;
– Beaver County Chronicle: Council eliminates seasonal stays at campgrounds despite protests from some long term users at Camp Lake; New elder abuse initiative designed to increase awareness in local areas; Deadline extended for input on railway licensing facilities;
– Also in The Mercury please see: Classifieds and Blanket advertising; Real Estate sales; Help Wanteds; Business and Professional Pages; Upcoming Events; Local Services and Sales; and Much More!
