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Massacure's MacDonald stepping down

Massacure's MacDonald stepping down

It’s been a long run for Tammy MacDonald, head organizer behind the increasingly popular Hair Massacure event, but now it’s time to pass the torch on to those that are more capable to continue to keep it alive and thriving.
Pie lady a market fixture for two decades

Pie lady a market fixture for two decades

Last Saturday the weather during the St. Albert Farmers’ Market was overcast with clouds threatening to drizzle. It was the kind of day that made people want to curl up on a comfy sofa with a good book and a slice of hot, oven-baked pie.
Wave of theft from vehicles sweeps neighbourhoods

Wave of theft from vehicles sweeps neighbourhoods

Residents of the North Ridge and Deer Ridge communities in St. Albert may have noticed a decoration added to their vehicles over the past week, a strip of paper that might initially look like a parking ticket.
Delay in letter of credit policy upsets councillor

Delay in letter of credit policy upsets councillor

A lengthy delay in getting a policy written has raised the ire of an outgoing councillor. Coun.
The dusty road ninja

The dusty road ninja

I'm a bug fan, so I'm always alert for them whenever I'm out and about. Still, no matter how hard I look, there's one bug that always manages to surprise me: the Carolina grasshopper.
Food bank ready for annual drive

Food bank ready for annual drive

The countdown is on. There are only 10 days until all city residents are asked to step up for the annual food drive and organizers are hoping for a huge response.
Market Access Tour to gauge interest in international export markets

Market Access Tour to gauge interest in international export markets

Local and regional businesses may have the ability to compete in international markets, they just need to know about it, says Joan Barber, marketing and research manager with St. Albert Economic Development.
Leaps and bounds

Leaps and bounds

A hockey player spends 45 seconds to a minute on the ice before going off for a rest. In beer league, shifts tend to drift a bit longer. During his shift, the player engages in many short sprints and changes of direction.
Wilderness paddling in a heavenly setting

Wilderness paddling in a heavenly setting

Peace. Quiet. Discovery. Perspective. Meaning. Relationships. Six words that partner well with wilderness paddling. I hadn't seen much of our son Jake over the summer. My wife Christie and I had spent a fair bit of time away.
Target has little impact on mall traffic, say store owners

Target has little impact on mall traffic, say store owners

Target's May arrival created a brief increase in foot traffic but business is back to normal at St. Albert Centre, say mall business owners.
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