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Jasper thespians give seniors bus a boost

N. Veerman photo Although its future was in question, the Jasper Seniors Bus continues to make its weekly rounds thanks to upwards of $20,000 in donations over the past 12 months.

Miniature toy soldier exhibit a mammoth undertaking

A depiction of a British attack during the American Revolution designed by Jasperite Z.O. Photo provided. For three days the Jasper-Yellowhead Museum and Archives will be transformed into an 18th century battlefield, albeit a miniature version.

National Park 51°µÍø: Tips for winter driving on the Icefields Parkway

A winter drive down the Icefields Parkway. | A. Greenburg/Parks Canada photo As October and the fall season wind down, it is now time to begin planning for winter adventures in the mountain parks.

Students elect Liberal candidate in mock election

Sixty-two grade 5 and 6 students at Jasper Elementary School participated in a mock election Oct. 16. Photo provided.

Conservatives among Liberals

As the country chose change, Alberta chose more of the same, Oct. 19, remaining a Conservative stronghold, with 29 out of 34 seats in the province going to the Tories. It's no surprise.

In brief: Flu shots available in Jasper, Delayed winter access, Maligne Lake Ski Club AGM, Drum circle returns

Flu shots available in Jasper The provincial government is once again offering free flu shots across Alberta to help reduce the spread of influenza. To get the vaccine in Jasper, people can drop in at Rexall Pharmacy or Pharmasave anytime after Oct.

Liberals win majority, Eglinski re-elected Yellowhead MP

Conservative incumbent Jim Eglinski is headed back to Ottawa, albeit this time as a member of the official opposition, after the Liberals swept the country to form a majority government.

Jasper couple casts first ballots as Canadians

Jörg Michel and Uwe Walter became Canadian citizens in May and cast their first ballots as Canadians in the Oct. 19 federal election. | Submitted photo October 19, 2015 is a day Uwe Walter and his husband Jörg Michel will never forget.

Voters to cast their ballots Oct. 19

After one of the longest election campaigns in Canadian history, voters will finally get to cast their ballot Oct. 19. If you didn't already vote during the advanced polls, you can do so at the Jasper Activity Centre from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Business owners discuss ways to improve Tour of Alberta

N. Veerman photo Half a dozen business owners attended a Tour of Alberta debrief, Oct. 8, to share their feedback and constructive criticism with the event's organizers.
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