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D. Betts photo Council is considering the creation of a budget reserve for the municipality’s contracted services for snow removal, in order to protect against years with high snowfall.

After a trial that spanned two separate court dates, Judge D. C. Norheim dismissed all charges against a 34-year-old Edmonton man, Jan. 9.

Creative Commons photo At the end of the month, Alberta Health Services is launching a free waist-shrinking program in Jasper. The first Weight Wise workshop will take place at the Seton Healthcare Centre Jan. 29.

T. Nichols photo West Yellowhead MLA Robin Campbell made the rounds in Jasper Jan. 13, handing out funding checks to three different groups in town.

Creative Commons photo Fat bikes are quickly taking over the town and the valley’s trails, as cyclist extend their season right into the depths of winter. So, the Jasper Park Cycling Association is taking that enthusiasm and pedalling with it.

The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) closed the hearing relating to Coalspur Mines Limited’s applications for approval of its Vista project, Jan. 13.

The Sawridge Inn and Conference Centre will transform its Walter’s Dining Room into a multi-faceted art show featuring some of Jasper’s most talented creators, Jan. 17.

Parks Canada photo Saturday, Jan. 18 Winterstruck 2014 Join Jasper National Park staff this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Pyramid Lake during Winterstruck 2014.

Temporary foreign workers ineligible for childcare assistance As a major tourist destination, Jasper lives and dies by the tourism trade, as well as the hospitality industry that supports it.

The Reuse-It Centre will remain open until June, but beyond that, the future of the secondhand shop depends on a decision from council.