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You may want to consider postponing your travel plans this weekend.

Environment & Climate Change Canada has issued a snowfall warning for Central Alberta with a long period of snowfall expected with total amounts of up to 35 cm depending on your region.

Snowfall will begin in southern Alberta Friday morning, spreading northward through the day. 

It's been said it takes a village to raise a child, well, it took the entire town of Diamond Valley to Raise the Roof at the Griffiths Community Centre.

The popular centre has been a hub for community activities for decades right along Government Road in the heart of Black Diamond. With the amalgamation of the two towns of Black Diamond and Turner Valley, the centre now serves both. 

The Postal Strike across Canada has been difficult for everyone and High River is no exception.

The Town of High River is letting people know how to make town payments while the Canada Post mail services see a disruption. If you are having difficulty finding out what is owed on your account, make sure to call the Town at 403-652-2110. Payments can't be made over the phone but information on your account can be accessed.

As for ways to make the payments in High River:

A snowfall warning has come into effect for Swift Current and area. 

Environment and Climate Change Canada is predicting light snow throughout today, with tomorrow seeing a storm dropping between 10 and 20 centimetres of snow in Swift Current. 

The storm itself is a massive formation, originating in Montana. It will spread from Buffalo Narrows all the way to Estevan, covering most of southern Saskatchewan.

Meteorologist for Environment and Climate Change Canada, Chris Stammers, says the silver lining in this weather event is the wind. 

The sidewalks were cleared, the roads were ready, and the weather cooperated on Thursday night for a fantastic Moonlight Madness and Santa Claus Parade experience. Hundreds of shoppers and sightseers lined Main Street and 9th Avenue for the parade.  

Credit Unions Conexus, Cornerstone, and Synergy have recently announced a potential merger. Conexus Credit Union board chair Ken Kosolofski says they’re looking to create a province-wide credit union that evolves with the needs of its members and communities. 

Don’t put away your shovels quite yet - A further 10 to 20 cm of snow is expected to fall in Moose Jaw over the weekend.  

Chris Stammers, meteorologist with Environment Canada, said a strong system is expected to move through the area, bringing light snows on Friday, with heavy snow starting on Saturday during the day. 

You can help bring Christmas cheer to one of over 400 local seniors starting this Saturday. 

Since 2016 Ashley Armstrong has been teaming up with Sahara Spa for her ‘Christmas Spirit for Seniors’ initiative, which she said is in memory of her brother, Craig Althouse, who had a special spot in his heart for seniors. 

West Central Saskatchewan is bracing for another round of heavy snowfall and biting cold as a powerful storm system moves in this weekend. Following a messy midweek storm, residents in the region should prepare for hazardous travel, reduced visibility, and a bitter plunge in temperatures as winter tightens its grip.

With the recent announcement of her appointment, the newest member of the Swift Current & District Chamber of Commerce has lots to prepare for. 

Corla Rokochy, the incoming CEO of the Swift Current & District Chamber of Commerce, is already getting excited to learn from her predecessor, Karla Wiens.