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Families gathered at the Vermilion Public Library on January 21 for a winter storytime event that combined books, baking, and hands-on fun as part of the library’s seasonal programming. The event drew a great turnout, with moms, children, and grandmothers filling the space and settling in for a cozy morning together. Laughter and quiet chatter echoed through the library as participants gathered for storytime before moving on to the creative activity. Amanda led the storytime

Vermilion Lions Club members visit the stadium to meet the U11 Webb’s Tigers hockey team. Back row from left, Lions member Sam Alhalahi, Brit Adamson, Andrew Craig, Hayes Gibson, Liam Campagnola, Logan Stepanick, Roland Evans, Todd Evans, and Candace Maughan. Front row from left, Lions member Lester Perrott, Eric McCulley, Keith Richer, Weston D’Andrea, Cashel Maughan, and Finn Zacharias. Article continued on page 3. Photo Lorna Hamilton A weekend of hockey in Bonnyville turn

For most people who met Hugh Evans as he walked down the street in Vermilion in the 1950s and 1960s, they would have never known he was part of history. From 1898 to 1900, he was part of the Southern Cross expedition to Antarctica. This was the first British venture to the continent and led directly to Robert Scott and Ernest Shackleton’s attempts a few years later. He said, “We sailed from a London port early in 1898. A large crowd gathered to bid us goodbye and good luck. T

What are your favourite “Grandparent” memories? I loved visiting my Grandparents. My Dad’s parents lived on a small farm a few miles west of our farm. Their farmyard included a barn, corrals, chicken house, tool shed, outer buildings and of course the “outhouse”. I wouldn’t have noticed as a kid but thinking about it later, I realized they lived in an old house that had seen better days. I will always remember its worn edges that were softened by the warmth and activity that

Sometimes we get so used to the flavour of a food, made with processed ingredients, that it is hard to make changes to healthier ingredients, because we expect a certain taste. I wanted to eliminate salad dressing and mayonnaise from devilled eggs, so I began experimenting. I tried using Greek yogurt, but the flavour was not right, however this recipe using sour cream is perfect, and it uses all whole and natural foods for the health win. To hard boil eggs, place your eggs

Vermilion, Alta. – On Jan. 21, 2026, around 12:12 p.m., Vermilion RCMP were called to a residence on 52 Avenue in Vermilion where a 30-year-old male resident was located deceased. Vermilion RCMP secured the scene and spoke to the person who had found the body. Alberta RCMP Major Crimes Unit was called in and took carriage of the investigation. Lloydminster RCMP Forensic Identification Section also attended the scene to assist. An autopsy is scheduled on Jan. 23, 2026, at the

Swat Maps rink Skip Kellen Snelgrove 3rd Morley Sinclair 2nd Jason Westmans and 1st Blake Snelgrove. 3rd place Mel Reid rink jackets sponsored by UFA Skip Mel Reid 3rd Jason McPhee 2nd Peter Wilkinson and 1st David Bates. 4th place jackets sponsored by Branded Western wear Tim DeRoo rink Skip Tim DeRoo 3rd Ryan Smith 2nd Adela Teasdale and 1st Debra DeRoo. 2nd place Doug Mccrae rink Skip Doug McCrae 3rd Wayne Hemauer 2nd Mike Chase and 1st Haden Martin. The Vermilion Curling

Representatives from the Vermilion Rotary Club, and the Friends of Vermilion Health Centre holding the $40,000 cheque presented from the Vermilion Rotary Club. From left, Eugene Wasylik, Elise Rayment, Laurel Wynnychuk, David Bates, Scott Webb, Wilna Krueger, Barbara Watling, Kimberly Thompson, Brooke Fadden, Alison Betz, Stephanie Webb, Arlene Felt and Lesia Sywenky. Photo Lorna Hamilton On January 15, the Friends of Vermilion Health Centre welcomed members of the Vermilion

Winter on the farm brings a particular set of challenges and rewards. As I fork hay for the horses through the bitter cold, feeling the bite of frost on my fingers even beneath lined mitts, my mind drifts back to the days spent with my Dad, hauling hay and straw to feed our cattle. When I was a kid, a few of my siblings and I would go with him in the winter when he hauled hay and straw from the stacks in the field. He would harness and hitch the team to the big rack, and we w

It is a new year, and a new month, and that means it is time to look back at what was going on in the community 100 years ago this month. These events helped to build the community that exists today. On Jan. 13, the Vermilion Wanderers defeated Vegreville 4-2 in a hockey game. This put Vermilion at the top of the league standings and in a good place to win the league championship. On Jan. 16, it was announced that 100 families from Scotland were going to be settling at Vermil

Cajan cooking is from the Louisiana area, and developed from a mix of the Acadians, Native Americans, Spanish and West African cuisine. The Acadians ended up in Louisiana when the British deported them from Canada starting in 1755. At that time France was ruled by King Louis XV, but the French had already claimed a piece of the United States, and called it Louisiana for King Louis XIV, thus Louisiana is named after King Louis of France. The Cajun style of cooking emerged out

The Vermilion Ukrainian Cultural Association celebrated the new year with colour, culture, and community during its Malanka 2026 celebration, held on January 10 at the Vermilion Regional Centre. The annual event welcomed residents for an evening filled with Ukrainian tradition, beginning with a delicious supper and continuing with lively entertainment and dancing late into the night. Guests were treated to a vibrant performance by the Samotsvit dancers, whose energetic routin

Greg Haslehurst Photography was officially welcomed to the Town of Vermilion with a ribbon cutting and Welcome Plaque presentation held on January 13 at the Town Hall. The event brought together Greg Haslehurst and the Town of Vermilion’s Manager of Economic Development Mary Lee Prior to perform the ribbon cutting for the photography business. Haslehurst’s passion for photography began at an early age, long before he ever considered it a profession. As a child, he spent time

This is a moist old-fashioned cake that is full of goodness. If you are going to enjoy baking, its always better home made. When it’s really cold outside, it’s so nice to turn on the oven and do some baking. Apples contain malic acid and tartaric acid which is known to help cleanse the liver of toxins, and pectin which also aids in the removal of toxins from our bodies. One apple supplies 30 percent of the daily recommend amount of fiber. Apples are shown to help regulate blo

I enjoy all types of music. When a song captures my attention, I like to research the story behind the song. The song “the Highwayman” is an intriguing example of somebody’s unique imagination. It is a song about reincarnation written by American singer-songwriter Jimmy Webb. According to Wikipedia he got the influence to write the lyrics after dreaming that he was a Highwayman on the run from the law. (If you read his account, it was more like a nightmare rather than a dream

The Outdoor Rec Club based at Lakeland College’s Vermilion Campus will host a free screening of A River Runs Through Us: The Story of the North Saskatchewan River on Wednesday, January 21, inviting students, staff, and community members to explore the vital role the river plays in shaping Alberta’s environment, economy, and communities. Produced through a collaboration between the North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance (NSWA), Panoramic Media and EPCOR, the documentary is a se

From left: Mary Lee Prior – Town of Vermilion Economic Development Manager, Zonara Fidai Multani, Sareena Multani, Ezrah Fidai Multani, Gursimranpreet Singh, and Aiyana Thompson – Vermilion & District Chamber of Commerce Executive Director. Photo Sonya Lee Skyn Medical Spa officially marked its grand opening on Friday, January 9 at 5135 50 Ave , celebrating the launch of its new medical aesthetics clinic and its expansion into the Vermilion community. The occasion was commemo

Winter at the library is shaping up to be a season full of imagination, creativity, and connection, with a wide range of programs and activities for readers and makers of all ages. From the annual Winter Reading Challenge to hands-on workshops, family events, and special winter contests, there is something for everyone to enjoy throughout January and February. The Winter Reading Challenge invites children and teens aged 0 to 17 and up to keep reading all winter long while ear

Photo Sonya Lee Vermilion will soon welcome a new retail option as McFrugal’s prepares to open its doors in the community before the end of February. The upcoming store represents an exciting addition for the community, offering affordable shopping options while placing a strong emphasis on meeting local needs. While McFrugal’s is known across Western Canada for its value-priced household goods, seasonal items, and everyday essentials, the Vermilion location will introduce a

Vermilion Welcomes New RCMP Detachment Commander The Vermilion RCMP detachment officially welcomed its new commander earlier this month, as Sgt. Kenneth Shamblaw assumed his new role on January 5. Sgt. Shamblaw brings with him 15 years of service with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, all of which have been spent in Alberta. Throughout his career, he has worked in a variety of roles, including postings in Sherwood Park, Provincial Fraud, and Staffing. He has also served as a