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New School Site Servicing Construction to Begin in August

Construction is set to begin on the underground servicing for the new Stony Plain school site next week.  Residents will notice an increase in traffic along 57th Avenue and construction noise during working hours. Construction is anticipated to be complete by late October (weather dependent). 

We appreciate your patience. Every effort will be made to minimize disruption.

Tonight's Summer Session Moved to Community Centre

And just like that, our sunny days are gone and the rainy weather continues. We will be moving tonight's Summer Session indoors at a NEW venue: The Stony Plain Community Centre (5008 51 Ave). Make sure to share the news and to arrive at 6:30 p.m. for our special guest performer, Brenda Dirk!

Great-Granddaughter of Israel Umbach Tours Stony Plain

The Town welcomed Barbara Shaffner, the great-granddaughter of Stony Plain’s iconic sherriff, Israel Umbach, on a tour of the Umbach family’s rich history and roots in the community on July 19. Barbara, a resident of Toledo, Ohio, made the 1,767 km trip to her great-grandfather’s hometown to experience the history, first-hand.

“I didn’t know I was related to such an important man, “says Shaffner. “ I knew I had Umbach’s in my family, but I didn’t know where it originated from. I got curious and wanted...

Town of Stony Plain Recruiting Residents for Citizens at Large Boards

The Town of Stony Plain is beginning its annual recruitment of residents to participate on multiple Council-appointed advisory boards. These boards and committees provide information, advice, and recommendations to Council and Administration on important issues facing Stony Plain. Each board also includes a member of Council.

“We’re looking for residents with a variety of backgrounds and interests,” says Mayor William Choy. “Whether you’re looking to promote local arts and culture, or to have your...

Residents Invited to Screening of Mary Poppins Returns at Outdoor Movie 2019

The Town of Stony Plain will host its annual Outdoor Movie event in Heritage Park on Thursday, August 15. This year’s showing will be of the Disney fantasy movie Mary Poppins Returns, which received 4 Oscar Nominations in 2018.

Decades after her original visit, the magical nanny returns to help the Banks siblings and Michael's children through a difficult time in their lives. Emily Blunt stars as the practically-perfect nanny with unique magical skills who can turn any ordinary task into an unforgettable,...