Paul Frere had the honor of receiving the Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Medal (Alberta), in Didsbury, for Community Involvement: Parish Council and Church Choir, Trochu Hall Board, Trochu Arena, 4-H Horse Riding Club, 50 Year member of Trochu Elks # 168, maintained and drove the Trochu Community for 15 years, was President of the Highway 21 Beavers, Cubs and Scouts, started Tractor pulling in Central Alberta and is dedicated to Family and Community.

Three Hills RCMP responded to 252 calls in January.

There were five 911 hang-ups, one abduction of a person under 16- unfounded, five animal calls - dogs and cattle, nine assaults and one assault with a weapon.

RCMP assisted four other agencies, there were three breaches of peace files, four business break and enters - two unfounded, two break and enters and seven break and enter to a residence - three unfounded.

Police handled one child welfare act, two sudden deaths, four warrant apprehension

Acme ELKS Exalted Ruler Corry Ward, pictured right, presents a donation of $5,000 to Mayor of Acme Bruce McLeod to be used for the upkeep and upgrades of playgrounds throughout the Village of Acme.

Alberta is introducing a new agri-processing tax credit that will help attract large-scale investment, diversify the economy and create jobs for Albertans.

As provinces and states across North America look to capitalize on the potential of the agri-processing industry, Alberta will build on the province’s competitive advantages by launching a new tax credit program in spring 2023. The program will ensure Alberta maintains a competitive edge over other jurisdictions and is able to maximize