Local Penny Carnival celebrates 10 years How is it that David Stockburger, a man living in the 21st century, is the creator of Avenue Vineyard Community Church’s annual Penny Carnival? “Many years ago, as a kid, […] Mari Sasano April 1, 2017
Community leaders of revitalization Hundreds of people have given their time to share their vision for and frustration with their neighbourhood over the years. Some of them took it further and joined a committee […] Karen Mykietka April 1, 2017
Local volunteers are a boon to the community In our community, volunteers are the driving force behind many of our most beloved institutions. From our houses of worship and community league halls to Arts on the Ave and […] Adam Millie April 1, 2017
Why budding trees are a sure sign of spring We all search for our favourite signs of spring’s arrival and the accompanying hope and promise for a new year of growth: Snow melting, grass greening, geese returning, tulips blooming, […] Aydan Dunnigan-Vickruck April 1, 2017
Job hunting isn’t for the faint of heart I’ve been looking for work to supplement my income. I’m an older university educated woman, and am not ready to be put out to pasture. I’m job hunting in an […] Chantal Figeat April 1, 2017
Candidates declare intentions for election Although the Edmonton municipal election isn’t scheduled until Oct. 16, some candidates have already announced their intentions to run in Ward 7 and Ward 2. “I’m looking forward to it, […] Talea Medynski March 2, 2017
Community Liaison Constable is all ears HAMDI ISSAWI Community Liaison Constable (CLC) Freddie Challenger wants neighbourhood residents to know he’s available to talk and to listen. Assigned to the F3 district, which includes Alberta Avenue, Westwood, […] Karen Mykietka March 2, 2017
SkirtsAfire premieres a new play Like a prism to light, the main stage production of this year’s SkirtsAfire HerArts Festival presents 10 unique stories from as many local writers on the topic of motherhood. Directed […] Hamdi Issawi March 2, 2017
Choosing to stand up and be bold for change The wave of political populism currently sweeping the West is increasingly beckoning a response, especially when moral values are challenged. Though many struggle with appropriate responses, solidarity has proven to […] Sierra Bilton March 2, 2017
Taking care of your mental health is crucial For the past seven years, Bell has promoted mental health awareness by encouraging people to talk about it. Once a year on Jan. 25, Bell donates five cents for every […] Stephen Strand March 1, 2017
Hugging regularly brings health and happiness Science backs up what we all know intuitively: touch not only feels good, it is essential to our emotional and physical well-being. Touching is fundamental to human communication, bonding, and […] Aydan Dunnigan-Vickruck March 1, 2017
Terminally ill have options with new business Karen Gunn is intimately acquainted with death. She lost her mother when she was six years old. “I lived my whole life with people being sad for me,” Gunn said. […] Rebecca Lippiatt March 1, 2017