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Morinville, Alta. – At a Special Meeting of Council held on Wednesday, June 30, Council directed Administration to implement an altered event plan for a Canada Day community gathering on July 1, 2021.

In light of recent events, Council felt it would better support the community to have a gathering where anyone wishing to could come together, visit and support their family, friends, neighbours, and community members.

Attendees are invited to drop in to the Morinville Community Cultural Centre...

Morinville Fire Department Issues Fire Restriction

Morinville, Alta. – As of 3 p.m. June 30, 2021, the Morinville Fire Department has issued a fire restriction for the Town of Morinville.

Due to extreme weather, low precipitation levels, and the possibility of extreme grass fires, Morinville Fire Department is asking all residents to exercise caution when using their approved/permitted fire pits. Approved recreational backyard fire pits with appropriate screens are allowed and are not to be used...

Special Meeting of Council

Written Notice of a Special Meeting of Council Called

Under Authority of Section 194(4) of the

Municipal Government Act

Mayor B. Turner has requested that a Special Meeting of Council be held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, June 30, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. for the purpose of discussing and acting upon the following items of business:

• 3.1  Structure Fire Update – St. Jean Baptiste Catholic Parish
• 3.2  Canada Day Events

NO OTHER MATTERS CAN BE DISCUSSED EXCEPT FOR WHAT IS LISTED...

Morinville, AB – A 9-11- call was received at 3:08 a.m. this morning reporting a fire at the Roman Catholic Church in Morinville at 10034 100 Avenue. Time of dispatch was 3:10 a.m. with Morinville Fire Department crews arriving on scene at 3:20 a.m. Upon arrival, crews determined the fire was already well involved in the basement of the structure. Fire crews attempted to make entry, but the building was charged with smoke and collapse was already occurring.

 As of 6:58 a.m. the fire was...

Morinville revises events and activities for Canada Day

After consultation with Alexander First Nation, the Town of Morinville will be proceeding with a modified Canada Day celebration on July 1.  Free Canada Day activities will be taking place at the Morinville Fish and Game Pond (100621 107 Street) and will include:

• The Morinville Fire Department Ladder Truck will be onsite from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for photo opportunities.
• Morinville Town Council will be onsite handing out free popsicles 10 a.m....