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12/16/2025

The new Rimbey & District Chamber of Commerce is set to become fully operational starting next month.

In a letter to Rimbey Council, the Chamber says they have officially revitalized the society and plan to host their inaugural Annual General Meeting next month. They add that their first ever AGM will be crucial in ensuring their long-term success and sustainability.

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12/12/2025

The Town of Ponoka has approved its 2026 interim budget.

Ponoka staff say the budget for 2026 has come in at $39,406,848, which includes an operating budget of $23,968,170 and a capital budget of $15,438,678. The municipal tax increase for 2026 is estimated at two per cent.

"The 2026 Interim Budget once again focuses on investing in maintaining and upgrading key infrastructure in the community, which helps position the Town to grow and thrive into the future," said Ponoka Mayor Kevin Ferguson. "Council worked very hard to keep property taxes as low as possible while continuing to fund key services that citizens rely on."

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12/11/2025

Ponoka RCMP's latest crime stats show that property crimes continue to decline across the region.

According to their report for Q2, which covers the months of July, August, and September, incidents of break-and-enter, possession of stolen property, and thefts under $5,000 all dropped when compared to the same period in 2024.

This comes as Mounties have made combating property crimes one of their strategic priorities throughout the past year.

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12/09/2025

A structure fire at a vacant residence on 53 Avenue in Ponoka remains under investigation.

Fire officials say the fire broke out on the evening of November 27, 2025, at 5208 53 Avenue in the Town of Ponoka. Fire crews with the East District arrived on scene a short time later, and discovered flames on the north side of the single-family dwelling.

In a statement provided to 89.7 The One, Ponoka County Fire Services says the cause of the fire will not be released as it is still under investigation.

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12/09/2025

One person has died after being struck by a vehicle near Red Deer.

According to the Blackfalds RCMP, the incident occurred on the QEII north of Mackenzie Road shortly before noon on Monday, December 8, 2025. Mounties say that initial reports indicate that a pedestrian was attempting to cross the highway when they were struck by a southbound vehicle.

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12/09/2025

Ponoka County Fire Services has issued a notice regarding the use of fireworks this holiday season.

In a statement, the department reminds residents that a discharge permit is always required prior to the use of fireworks. This can be obtained through the Ponoka County website, as well as the Ponoka County app.

They add that discharging fireworks less than ten metres from any property line, car, building, or tree, is strictly prohibited and that fireworks cannot be used less than 200 metres from the storage of any flammable or combustible materials, such as above-ground storage tanks.

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12/09/2025

The Alberta Government says flood mapping will take place in Ponoka within the next two years.

This will come as part of nearly 600 kilometres of draft flood mapping for various Alberta communities in 2026 and 2027. According to the province, the goal is to complete more than 3,000 kilometres of updated flood mapping by 2028.

"We've seen firsthand that floods can destroy homes, damage businesses and devastate communities," said Rebecca Schulz, Minister of Environment and Protected Areas. "Which is why we're completing flood maps at a record pace to help communities plan better and keep Albertans safe."

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12/04/2025

The Town of Ponoka is exploring possible upgrades to the Highway 2A and Highway 53 intersection.

According to the Town of Ponoka's latest master projects list, dated November 25, 2025, the municipality is considering options to add new turning lights at the intersection. If approved, the proposed turning lights would be for both East-West and North-South turning movements.

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12/04/2025

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12/04/2025

Lainey Wilson and Bing Crosby? Through the wonders of digital animation here's cute little video. Shane

Watch the animated music video for Lainey Wilson & 's “Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!” out now. Lainey Wilson’s “Peace,...

12/04/2025

Here's a peek at my neighbors big yard light up! They are quite into it and add more every year. Shane.