Category Archives: Drayton Valley
April RCMP stats show property crime still rising in Drayton Valley area
The Drayton Valley RCMP detachment continued to deal with a spike in property crimes in April, according to newly released statistics. Theft under $5,000, assaults and break and enters continued their...
May 14, 2018
Drayton Valley RCMP weekly brief May 2-10
THEFT FROM TRUCK, ASSAULT Drayton Valley RCMP say on May 2 just before 8:30 a.m. a report came in of a theft from a truck. The truck's door handle was damaged, and stolen items include a Klein tool ba...
May 11, 2018
RCMP search for suspect after break-in at Buck Creek business
Thorsby/Breton RCMP are asking for the public's assistance in identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a break-in at a business in Buck Creek, Alta. On May 6th at approximately 4:30-4:45 a.m. a...
May 10, 2018
Drayton Valley triathlon goes May 12
The 7th annual Drayton Valley triathlon is set for this weekend, sparking the start of triathlon competitions in Alberta. Over 160 athletes will be competing in the race on Saturday, the most the even...
May 10, 2018
Town council approves 2018 budget
Drayton Valley Town Council has approved its 2018 budget, setting up no tax increases for the average homeowner. Improvement to economic activity in Drayton Valley was a big driver in the budget, with...
May 10, 2018
Pedestrian seriously injured after being hit by vehicle in Drayton Valley
A pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle Tuesday afternoon. Drayton Valley RCMP say it happened at 1 p.m. at the intersection of 50 Street and 55 Avenue. The 23-year-old fema...
May 08, 2018
Brazeau County finalizes Budget 2018
Brazeau County’s 2018 budget is out, and in it includes big spending on road and infrastructure upgrades while giving a 30 per cent reduction in residential taxed from 2015. Budget 2018 is estim...
May 07, 2018
Unofficial results show a competitive Drayton Valley Pro Rodeo
The 4th annual Drayton Valley Pro Rodeo wrapped up over the weekend, with hundreds turning out to saddle up at the Omniplex and enjoy the show. Jesse Popescul of Wood Mountain, Saskatchewan walked awa...
May 07, 2018
New superintendent chosen for STAR Catholic Schools
A new superintendent of the St. Thomas Aquinas Roman Catholic School Division has been named, pending ministerial approval. Charlie Bouchard is set to take over the role, following decades of work in ...
May 06, 2018
Two men wanted after crimes in Drayton Valley, Rocky Mountain House: RCMP
The RCMP are asking for the public's assistance in finding two men wanted on arrest warrants. Rocky Mountain House Mounties said the men are considered to be a danger to the public. 21-year-old Cruz B...
May 04, 2018