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Peter Shokeir | [email protected] Council heard the benefits of establishing a municipally controlled corporation for developing housing during its committee of the whole meeting on June 27.

Scott Hayes | [email protected] Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Jasper’s summer has started with a sigh of relief as the rain and snow of last week’s storm have done much to dress down the fire danger rating.

Scott Hayes | [email protected] Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Tern Bartolovic made a positive impact on many people during his life.

Host Simpcw representatives perform the welcome song and dance during the June 21 National Indigenous Day Celebration at Robson Park.

Peter Shokeir | [email protected] Jasper’s labour shortage has begun to lessen with more entry-level positions being filled this tourism season, but there is still a strong demand for skilled labour.

Peter Shokeir | [email protected] Jasper, Banff and Canmore are hoping the province will finally recognize the added costs that tourism-based communities face as a result of fluctuating visitor populations.

Scott Hayes | [email protected] Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A photo really can show how much you love your lake. It can also help your favourite lake to stay healthy.

Scott Hayes | [email protected] Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Now that the new government has been sworn in, the province’s largest-ever opposition is calling for full protections of the Eastern Slopes from coal mining.

Peter Shokeir | [email protected] Jasper Municipal Council approved increasing the budget for the recreation renovation project by a total of $6.4 million during its June 20 meeting.

Scott Hayes | [email protected] Local Journalism Initiative Reporter What a difference a wet week makes. Seven days ago, Edson was under an evacuation order because of the threat of EWF031 inching closer to the townsite.