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A weekly community newspaper covering the town of Edson and Yellowhead County, Alberta, Canada.
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Santa delights families at Galloway Museum
by Deanna Mitchener Dec 15, 2025 issue: Santa made a joyful stop at the Galloway Station Museum and Travel Centre on December 6, delighting families with festive cheer from 1:00...
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December 12, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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Temporary changes to access at Edson Healthcare Centre
Dec 1, 2025: EDSON – Patients and visitors to the Edson Healthcare will be temporarily unable to access the facility through the main entrance as work starts on exterior cladding...
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December 1, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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Edson Light Up Festival Brings Holiday Magic Downtown
Dec 1, 2025 issue: Light Up in Edson is a two-part event. It begins with a Light Up Late Night Shopping event hosted by the Chamber of Commerce on November...
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November 28, 2025 at 10:34 PM
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Alberta and Ottawa ink landmark energy agreement
The Governments of Canada and Alberta have signed a new agreement to more than double oil exports to Asian markets, address investment uncertainty and reduce emissions. This new energy partnership...
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November 27, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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Keys & Kinettes Bring Duelling Pianos to the Legion
by Deanna Mitchener Nov 24, 2025 issue: The Royal Canadian Legion was filled with music, laughter, and community spirit on November 15 as the Edson Kinettes hosted Keys & The...
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November 22, 2025 at 12:51 AM
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Candlelight Vigil Shines on Veterans’ Stories
by Deanna Mitchener Nov 17, 2025 issue: On November 10, the Glenwood Cemetery’s Field of Honour glowed with reverence as the Ladies Auxiliary of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #51...
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November 15, 2025 at 3:49 AM
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Men’s Shed Takes the Reins for 39th Annual Santa Claus Parade
Nov. 10, 2025 issue: by Deanna Mitchener With the jingle of sleigh bells is getting closer —Edson’s beloved Santa Claus Parade is back for its 39th year, and this time,...
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November 7, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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Divided highway speed limit increase engagement
(AB) Albertans can help inform possible speed limit increases on divided highways. Complete survey by Dec. 12, 2025. The province is gathering input on whether to raise speed limits on...
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November 7, 2025 at 9:52 PM
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Edson Chamber Honours Local Business Excellence at Annual Awards Night
By Deanna Mitchener Nov 3, 2025 issue: The Edson and District Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Business Awards on October 23 at the Galloway Station Museum, bringing together community...
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October 31, 2025 at 6:34 PM
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Edson Friendship Centre Connects Youth to Culture at National Indigenous Expo
Oct 20, 2025 issue: (Edson) On Thursday October 9th, at approximately 0450hrs, Edson Fire was dispatched to a reported structure fire in the 4300 block of 1 Avenue in Edson....
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October 17, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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Commercial Building Structure Fire in Edson
(Edson) On Thursday October 9th, at approximately 0450hrs, Edson Fire was dispatched to a reported structure fire in the 4300 block of 1 Avenue in Edson. EFD was attending another...
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October 17, 2025 at 2:56 AM
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Edson Chamber hosts Town of Edson Candidate Forum
by Weekly Anchor The Edson and District Chamber of Commerce hosted a municipal candidate forum for the Town of Edson on October 3. The moderator for the event was Janet...
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October 8, 2025 at 11:49 PM
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Yellowhead County Candidates Speak Out at Edson Chamber Forum
by Weekly Anchor The Edson and District Chamber of Commerce hosted a municipal candidate forum for Yellowhead County on October 2. The moderator for the event was Janet Wilkinson. Cadidates...
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October 8, 2025 at 11:41 PM
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Edson Chamber hosted a GYPSD trustees election forum
The Edson Chamber hosted a GYPSD trustees election forum on Oct. 1, that can be viewed at: www.facebook.com/100063554592108/videos/1178814864142555
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October 8, 2025 at 11:31 PM
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Community Gathers for Truth and Reconciliation
by Deanna Mitchener Oct 6, 2025 issue: September 30 marked the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation—a solemn occasion to honour the children who never returned home from residential schools,...
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October 3, 2025 at 4:25 PM
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Fall Toxic Roundup Promotes Safe Disposal and Community Connection
by Deanna Mitchener Sept 29, 2025 issue: Residents in Edson and Hinton took part in the Edson and District Recycling Society’s annual Fall E-Waste, Paint and Toxic Roundup on September...
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September 26, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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Snakes and Ladders Trail Opening at Willmore
by Deanna Mitchener Sept 22, 2025 issue: Willmore Park is stepping into the spotlight this fall with the grand opening of two new trails that promise to redefine outdoor recreation...
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September 19, 2025 at 10:45 PM
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Parkland Lodge Auxiliary Walkathon Raises $8,800 for Seniors
by Deanna Mitchener Sept 22, 2025 issue: The Annual Parkland Lodge Auxiliary Grandparents Walkathon took place in Edson on September 13, bringing together community members in a heartfelt show of...
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September 19, 2025 at 10:38 PM
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Edson Forest Area Fire Danger Extreme
September 17, 2025: The fire danger in the Edson Forest Area is now extreme to continued warm temperatures and dry vegetation. Wildfires can easily start and spread in these conditions....
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September 18, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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Road Hockey Rumble Returns with 99 Players
by Deanna Mitchener Sept 15, 2025 issue: Youth were all smiles on September 6 as the Road Hockey Rumble made its long-awaited return to Griffith Park, drawing dozens of young...
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September 13, 2025 at 12:26 AM
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Alberta and Wop May Celebrations Draw Crowd in Edson
by Deanna Mitchener Sept 8, 2025 issue: Families flocked to RCMP Centennial Park in Edson on August 30 for a day of celebration marking both Alberta Day and Wop May...
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September 5, 2025 at 11:50 PM
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Mayor’s 4th Annual Charity Golf Tournament Raises $28,000 for Edson Food Bank
by Deanna Mitchener Sept 1, 2025 issue: The Mayor’s 4th Annual Charity Golf Tournament teed off on August 22 at the Edson Golf Course, drawing 124 golfers from across Alberta...
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August 30, 2025 at 4:09 AM
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Town of Edson supports search for Santa Claus Parade organizer
by The Weekly Anchor Aug 25, 2025 issue: The Town of Edson’s August 19 Council meeting included a request for $5,000 to support the recruitment and engagement of a non-profit...
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August 22, 2025 at 3:09 AM
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Elders Share Traditional Teachings at Edson Friendship Centre Workshop
by Deanna Mitchener Aug 18, 2025 issue: On August 6 and 7, the Edson Friendship Centre hosted a two-day cultural workshop featuring teachings in drum making, birch bark biting, and...
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August 16, 2025 at 2:48 AM
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Peers Gold Dust Daze Draws Crowds and Celebration
by Deanna Mitchener August 11, 2025 issue: The 47th Annual Peers Gold Dust Daze lit up the August long weekend from August 1 to 4, bringing together community spirit, entertainment,...
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August 9, 2025 at 1:54 AM