2022
Vol. LXXI, No. 29 City Edition – 32 Pages Country Edition – 40 Pages June 13, 2023
e l p r Pu is where it's at
Perhaps you have watched these engaging summer guests from South America as they soar high above the green spaces of Camrose circling and diving as they hunt for dragonflies or other tasty delights. Their aerial acrobatics and high descent speeds may be as captivating to you as the purple martin’s striking deep and rich colour. Or perhaps, you have simply wondered what purpose those high condo-styled birdhouses which dot the community serve? Learn more at the
2023 Camrose Purple Martin Festival
taking place on Sunday, June 18, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Stoney Creek Centre. Guest speakers will include Calgary Zoo ecologist, James Glasier, and the executive director of the Medicine River Wildlife Centre, Carol Kelly. There will be fun and interactive activities for kids. For full details of this compelling day of family learning, for new and experienced purple martin landlords alike, see the ad in this edition.
Inside Who Can I Count On? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Out and About . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 and 13 City of Camrose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 On the Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 and 21 Obituaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 and 25 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 to 30 Central Agencies Realty Inc. . . 31 and 32
This Week's Flyers
News Features
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Indigenous Peoples Day a celebration of culture and awareness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Reflections by Bonnie Hutchinson . . . . . . 4 Just Sayin' . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Augustana Campus honours 2023 class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Precision volleyball team places 13th in Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 City departments keeping busy . . . . . . . .14
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Photo by Ron Pilger
Brooklyn Swain, Greenspace and Wildlife Stewardship Coordinator – City of Camrose, conducts a weekly well-being nest check at the Stoney Creek Centre purple martin condominium.