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March in Penhold: new school breaks ground, Mayor runs for seat on national stage

Apr 1, 2024 | 2:38 PM

The Town of Penhold shared some updates that took place over the month of March this year.

NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BREAKS GROUND

The new home for 725 students in Penhold broke ground in late March.

The town expects to see the addition of the new Penhold Waskasoo Elementary School for grades 4 – 7 late in 2025.

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They add that Krawford Construction has begun moving dirt and placing base fill where the new school will be situated.

FEDERATION OF CANADIAN MUNICIPALITIES

Town Mayor Mike Yargeau may soon get a seat on the national stage as he runs for Board of Directors – Third Vice President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM).

The FCM is the national voice of over 2,100 municipal governments, with leaders meeting each year to discuss on key issues and ensure citizens’ needs are reflected in federal policies and programs.

The Town council voiced support for the Mayor’s focus to represent central Alberta/Penhold and the Province of Alberta.

Election for the position will occur June 9 in Calgary.

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