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A Fort Macleod couple missing since Saturday was found at 4 p.m. Tuesday in a cabin in a remote area in Bow River. Jacob and Anja Oosterwijk were flown by helicopter to hospital for evaluation after using a radio in a cabin to contact Elk Valley RCMP. The Oosterwijks left Fort Macleod at 11:30 a.m.…Continue Reading

Fort Macleod residents on Good Friday walked in the footsteps of their saviour Jesus Christ. About 70 people turned out for the annual Way of the Cross procession, which recreates Christ’s painful journey to crucifixion. “This is not simply a journey that Jesus made, but rather a journey that we all continue to make each…Continue Reading

Young people in Fort Macleod were challenged Thursday to take part in a program that will help shape their future.…Continue Reading

A trust fund has been set up at Chinook Credit Union to help a Fort Macleod athlete win his battle…Continue Reading

The clock has struck midnight and Blunden Hall’s time is just about up. After a closed session March 28 MD…Continue Reading

Two ratepayers northeast Fort Macleod are upset the MD of Willow Creek has removed two speed signs, because the signs…Continue Reading

A Lethbridge rink emerged Sunday as champion of the annual Fort Macleod Men’s Bonspiel. Don Sheidegger’s crew edged Bob Rolick’s…Continue Reading

Blackfoot legends are showcased in a new art exhibition at Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump. Walshe Crossroads Campus students created 21 acrylic paintings based on a variety of Blackfoot legends. “The Blackfoot culture has a very rich oral story-telling history, and there were many Blackfoot legends to choose from including the story of Chief Mountain, the Buffalo…Continue Reading

VICKI ARNDT – THE MACLEOD GAZETTE “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes,” “Only You,” “I’ll Be Seeing You” and many more…Continue Reading