Unemployment in the Drayton Valley statistical area edged up slightly in July to 5.7 per cent while a rosier picture is being painted for jobs across Canada. The unemployment rate was five per cent in June. That's according to the latest Labour Force Survey from Statistics Canada. Despite the month-over-month increase,...

Drayton Valley's Teams Auction Centre parking lot will be the site of Whitecap's third annual Movie Night in the Park on Friday, Aug. 7. This year, the event will be drive-in style, with Madagascar being the featured film. Residents are encouraged to come out and watch the movie while listening from your vehicle, or br...

Road repairs are underway on 58 Street in Drayton Valley. Town officials say crews are making the repairs next to Drayton's Pride Car Wash starting Aug. 5, weather permitting. The town says the detour route will direct traffic to 57 Street. Officials say the work includes removing the failing asphalt and subgrade rehab...

Officials with the Town of Drayton Valley are reminding residents that tickets are still available for the upcoming Mayor's Gala next month. Organizers say it will be an evening of celebration, recognition, and community pride at the 2026 Mayor's Gala. The event is described as a delicious and entertaining evening cele...

Hot weather and scattered showers have persisted throughout northwestern Alberta as of late, limiting opportunities for field work and haying. That according to the latest Alberta Crop Report from Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) and the Government of Alberta. The report indicates that spring cereals a...