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Vermilion Farmer's Market Returns
Songshan Flint with Flint Farms selling honey products. Photo Elaina John The Farmer’s Market reopened on July 14 with new management,...
Vermilion Voice
Jul 21, 20201 min read
COVID-19 Update
As of July 20, we are witnessing a slow, steady increase of local cases. There is now one active case in the County of Vermilion River,...
Vermilion Voice
Jul 21, 20201 min read


Paradise Valley Water Treatment Plant Sod Turning
From left: Keith Fransson (Urban Systems), Mayor Mary Arnold, Deputy Mayor Don Berquest, CAO James Warren, Ryan Verwey (Chandos project...
Vermilion Voice
Jul 21, 20201 min read
Possible COVID-19 Transmission In Lloydminster, Update On Local Cases
An individual in Lloydminster tested positive for COVID-19. Between June 27 and July 5, the individual had visited locations in the city...
Vermilion Voice
Jul 14, 20201 min read
Bunner, Notley, And "True Reconciliation"
Recently, our community has undergone many discussions and debates regarding racism. Let’s add some politics into the mix, shall we? In...
Vermilion Voice
Jul 14, 20206 min read


Elk Point Resident Wins Oilers Mask Contest
Van der Hoek's mask design. Photo Submitted. A unique contest hit twitter on May 11, in which Edmonton Oilers fans were asked to design a...
Vermilion Voice
Jun 30, 20201 min read
Stage 2 Of Alberta's Relaunch Strategy
On June 9, it was announced the Stage 2 of Alberta’s Relaunch plan would begin on June 12. Stage 2 of relaunch will allow many...
Vermilion Voice
Jun 16, 20201 min read
The Potential Of Bill 1 And A Middle Ground
Bill 1, also known as the Critical Infrastructure Defence Act had its introduction on February 25. The bill protects an extensive list of...
Vermilion Voice
Jun 16, 20204 min read


Marwayne Jubilee School Graduation Parade
Decorated vehicle in graduation parade. Photo submitted. On May 29, Marwayne Jubilee School (MJS) graduates gathered for a parade in...
Vermilion Voice
Jun 10, 20201 min read


Wainwright Is “Undeniably A Better Place” Thanks To 2020 Rhapsody Award Recipient
Dr. Beverly Brilz. Photo courtesy of Zak McLachlan, Wainwright Star News Following a review of the outstanding candidates nominated this...
Vermilion Voice
Jun 10, 20202 min read


Our Future As Predicted By History: COVID-19 And The Spanish Flu
Emergency Hospital during influenza epidemic, Camp Funston, Kansas in 1918. Photo Credit: National Museum of Health and Medicine...
Vermilion Voice
May 26, 20203 min read
Bill C-7: Law Amendments Regarding Medical Assistance In Dying
Bill C-7, which first reached Parliament February 24, is an amendment to some clauses in Bill C-14. Bill C-14 is a law that...
Vermilion Voice
May 26, 20201 min read


Webbs's Machinery Grow Business
Webb’s Machinery assumed ownership of Tri-Ag Implements in Wainwright, Consort, and St. Paul on March 16. According to Webb’s Machinery...
Vermilion Voice
May 19, 20202 min read


Kathy‘s Greenhouse – Now Open
Kathy’s Greenhouse opened for the season on April 27, and will be open seven days per week until the end of June. Owner, Jason Andersen,...
Vermilion Voice
May 5, 20201 min read


Canadian Forces Snowbirds Launch Cross-Canada Tour
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds will cross the country to salute Canadians doing their part to fight the spread of COVID-19. This unique...
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May 5, 20202 min read


Vermilion & Clandonald Interclub
Left: Vermilion 4H Beef Club member, Paetyn Herzog. Right: Clandonald 4H Multi Club president, senior member Robyn Axley with her market...
Vermilion Voice
Apr 28, 20202 min read


Hide And Seek
Two black bears emerged from their den near Jackfish Lake on April 8. #blackbears #spring #venturingout
Vermilion Voice
Apr 21, 20201 min read


Sewing 1,600 Scrub Bags
Photos submitted Along with other parts of the province, locals have been sewing approximately 1,600 scrub bags for health care workers...
Vermilion Voice
Apr 21, 20204 min read


World Amateur Radio Day
The Sask-Alta Radio Club participated in World Amateur Radio Day on April 18. The event was hosted by the Radio Amateurs of Canada, and...
Vermilion Voice
Apr 21, 20201 min read
An Update From Premier Jason Kenney
The Vermilion Voice was asked to join a conference call with Premier Jason Kenney on April 9, for an update on the pandemic and multiple...
Vermilion Voice
Apr 15, 20203 min read
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