Meet Jed & Otis - Alpine View Rescued Paws

Meet Jed and Otis!

These are two puppies that came from Saskatchewan!

They are very sweet and getting the proper socialization every day! Both are males, german shepherd mixes and approximately 3 months old.

Jed has the brindle face and Otis is the lighter tan boy.

So far they get along with everyone! They are both in the same foster home looking for there forever home

More info here: Rescued Paws At Alpine Foundation | Adopt & Foster

The Canadian Country Showcase Podcast: Episode 26

The Canadian Country Showcase, hosted by Courtney Fielder, airs every weekend on Saturdays at 12 PM and Sundays at 4 PM. Courtney engages in conversations with emerging country music artists and the established stars we’ve come to love, celebrating their milestones and new releases. Episode 26 of the podcast, featuring Jeff Catto and Matt Martin, aired on the weekend of November 2nd and 3rd, 2024.

Pembina Valley Farmers deserve the spotlight—Nominate your Harvest Hero

Time is ticking, and we need your help to spotlight our community’s most deserving farmers. With Harvest Heroes right around the corner on November 13th at Smitty's Lounge, there’s still a chance to nominate a farmer who’s gone above and beyond to support our region. But we need more entries! Let’s come together to recognize the individuals who dedicate their lives to nurturing our land and growing the food we all rely on.

The Hen House makes the cut for the McCafe Coffee Break

“These are a beautiful bunch of ladies who have been in our community for 18 years! They are hard workers and love how I feel when I go in!”

This is the nomination that sent Cochrane McDonald’s and CochraneNow to The Hen House to surprise them with The McCafe Coffee Break. 

Every week, we listen to the community and go celebrate local businesses and organisations that go above and beyond. 

Local author helping kids learn English

Join me tomorrow morning just after 8 am when I sit down with local Author Marnie Lorimer and chat with her about her newest children's books. 

 

Marnie and her adorable books can be found this weekend at the Millarville Christmas Market, so if there is someone in your life who has small children or perhaps a teacher who's looking for new ways to help children with English these are a great idea! 

 

Joelle 

 

 

Santa visits, prizes, and more at Midale parade

Midale is preparing for a festive celebration as the Santa Claus Parade returns to town. Hosted by the Midale Plus One Club, this annual tradition promises to bring holiday cheer and strengthen community connections. 

"We started the annual Santa Claus parade to spread holiday cheer and give local businesses and organizations a chance to celebrate with the community. It's something that everyone looks forward to each year," shared Lois Feaver, a volunteer board member for the event.

A story about the perils of digging wells as Mennonites arrived in Manitoba in 1874 on Episode 5 of Still Speaking

2024 and 2025 marked the 150th anniversaries of Mennonite communities in Manitoba and in this season of Still Speaking, host Conrad Stoesz from the Mennonite Heritage Archives is sharing true historical stories around this theme.