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Face Mask Bylaw Now in Effect as Town Placed on ‘Watch’ by Alberta Health Services

Stony Plain has officially been placed on a ‘Watch’ by Alberta Health Services (AHS) with 11 active cases (as of October 26) reported in the community, activating the Temporary Mandatory Face Coverings Bylaw 2638/H/20.

Masks are now mandatory in all indoor, enclosed public spaces as well as within public vehicles with the following exemptions:

• Persons under the age of 10;
• Persons unable to place, use, or remove a mask without assistance;
• Persons unable to wear a face mask due to mental or physical...

Highway 779 Construction Update, October 23

With winter well on its way, Alberta Transportation is looking to finish up a few items on the Highway 779 project and prepare shut down for the season.

The pedestrian crossing signals are being installed at Westerra Drive today and are expected to be operational by end of day.

On Monday, October 26, crews will be paving the southbound lane tie-ins at 49 Avenue. Paving operations will affect traffic flow in all four directions at the intersection and delays can be expected. The Rexall/Servus Credit...

Toys for Tickets Returning for the Holiday Season

‘Tis the season to trade toys for tickets! Stony Plain Enforcement Services’ annual Toys for Tickets program is retuning to town this holiday season. Municipal parking tickets issued between October 23 and November 27 can be paid off with a donation of a new toy for the Stony Plain Kinsmen Club’s annual Christmas Hampers.

“Toys for Tickets is entering its fifth year and while there is always a need, this year is seeing an even higher than normal demand as a result of the global health pandemic. It...

Arbour Day 2020 Goes Digital

Arbour Day is returning to Stony Plain but this year, the green event is going virtual! With COVID-19 guidelines in place, the community tree planting event has been adjusted to a virtual format.

Residents can tune in for a digital adventure exploring the history of Arbour Day in Stony Plain, the importance of tree planting in the community, and an overview of this year’s planting in Willow Park Natural Area.

“Arbour Day looks quite a bit different this year without residents joining in to help us...

49 Avenue Construction Update, October 23

Crews will be finishing up asphalt patching on 49 Avenue this afternoon. Flags people will be on site to assist with traffic as required.