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Dear Tacit,   How do I deal with a situation where someone in authority is pressuring me to answer a question, by asking it over and over again without giving me time to respond?  Even when I answer, I still feel stressed and shaken up, if they keep badgering me. Signed: Being Badgered Dear Being Badgered, […]

Beaumont Beaumont Al-Anon: Is a Family Group that has a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength and hope in order to solve their common problems. Meetings are non-professional, free and confidential. Please join us at St. Vital Church south entrance on Monday evenings at 7 p.m. 50 Street and […]

Beaumont City Council approved the 2025 budget, with a 5.01 per cent tax increase, at the December 10 regular council meeting. The tax increase breaks down into 3.13 per cent for the Beaumont Library and municipal operations — to account for inflation, resources to keep up with city growth, and more — and 1.88 per […]

The Barnstormers, a group of mature amateur actors showcasing their unique style of readers’ theatre, are performing RuminariLive’s Dissident Lace & Ink this Sunday, December 15, at 2 p.m. The story follows the adventures of visionary women making changes to the curriculum and culture of Holyoke, an American women’s college, while getting involved in the […]

Hudson Mitchell is heading south. On November 27, the Grade 12 student officially signed on to the University of Calgary Dinos football team to cap off a successful year on and off the field. As a member of the Beaumont Composite Bandits, the shifty wide receiver was a problem for opposing defences all season, finishing […]

The night will be bright this Saturday. On December 14, the City of Beaumont is hosting its annual ‘Brighten Up Beaumont’ winter celebration in Four Seasons Park. Taking place from 5 to 9 p.m., the night features activities for all ages. Events on the schedule include an ice slide, snow golf, snowshoeing and wagon rides […]

Beaumont Chief Administration Officer Mike Schwirtz updated council on happenings around the City on December 10. City Hall will be closed from December 25 to 27 and again on January 1. For non-emergency concerns or service requests, residents can visit the Service Beaumont Portal on the City of Beaumont website. “As the holidays approach, we’re […]

Do you have a photo showing off the city? Whether it be a Beaumont staple, a slice of nature, or your favourite local spot, send it in for the chance for your photo to be featured in the Beaumont News. Submissions can be sent to PWilliams@postmedia.com.

The Phoenix Theatre Troupe is performing this Friday (December 6) to a sold out audience! Tickets went fast for The Fab Four Fairy Godmothers! The show is about four godmothers who try to help the Princess Duclie not to have any mean spells. While Prince Royal, who’s on a mission to get rid of the […]

For the week of November 25 through to December 1, the Beaumont RCMP responded to 67 calls for service. Some of the calls for service included; Abandoned Vehicles, Aggravated Assault, Animal Calls, Assault, Assist General Public, Child Welfare Act, False Alarms, Fraud, Items Lost/found, Mental Health Act, Mischief, Suspicious Person/ Vehicle, Theft of Vehicles, Theft, […]

Dear Tacit, I have suffered a huge loss lately, and the idea of getting thru the holidays while I am dealing with this seems impossible.  How can I survive this next month or so? Signed: Grieving During the Holidays Dear Grieving During the Holidays, Managing grief during the holidays can be especially challenging, as the […]

Leduc Alcoholics Anonymous: Do you have a problem with alcohol? If so, we can help. We are a group of men and women who have found a solution to our common problem. Our meetings are confidential and there are no dues or fees. Call or check our website for a list of meetings. Leduc and […]

Stacy Ritchie, a Beaumont resident who previously wrote the Stacy’s Kitchen recipe column for the Beaumont News, has released her first cookbook. Titled Twigs Gourmet: Healthy Quick Family Friendly Recipes, the book features more than 90 recipes over 200 pages. “Feeding my family healthy quick meals is important to me, but also (meals that are) […]

The Black Gold School Division Board of Trustees has approved the renaming process for École Coloniale Estates School. The decision reflects the Board’s commitment to creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all students, staff, parents/guardians, and community members. We want to be clear that considering a name change is not about erasing our […]

The City of Beaumont is inviting residents to learn more about Innovation Park through a pair of online presentations. Scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 1 p.m. and Wednesday, Dec. 11, at 6 p.m., the presentations will offer attendees a chance to ask questions, provide feedback and view the Area Structure Plan for the park. […]

Edward Yatscoff is back on the shelf. The Beaumont author — who writes under the name E.R. Yatscof — recently released his 13th novel, The NIKE Birds. A crime thriller, the novel follows Canadian university student Lucas Horne, who falls for the wealthy Avalina Vargas while adventuring in Colombia. When the pair is kidnapped, a […]

The Quirky Quilters Club of Beaumont held its annual Operation Christmas Child packing party on November 21, packing 72 shoeboxes to be sent to kids in need of a gift on Christmas.  Thank you to Dr. Hugh Saltaji at Beaumont Orthodontics and to Alpha Dental in Leduc for their generous donations of toothbrushes, and to […]

Beaumont Beaumont Al-Anon: Is a Family Group that has a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength and hope in order to solve their common problems. Meetings are non-professional, free and confidential. Please join us at St. Vital Church south entrance on Monday evenings at 7 p.m. 50 Street and […]

Do you have a photo showing off the city? Whether it be a Beaumont staple, a slice of nature, or your favourite local spot, send it in for the chance for your photo to be featured in the Beaumont News. Submissions can be sent to PWilliams@postmedia.com.

Grade 4 students at Saint Andre Academy in Beaumont participated in the No Stone Left Alone ceremony November 19 at Saint Vital Catholic Cemetery. The students took time to honour Beaumont’s verterans, placing a stone on their gravesites ensuring nobody is forgotten. No Stone Left Alone was started in 2011 by an Edmonton woman, the […]

The Beaumont Chamber of Commerce hosted its highly anticipated northern lights-themed Chamber Awards Banquet on Saturday, November 2, at the Coloniale Golf Club. The event brought together Beaumont’s vibrant business community, along with Mayor Bill Daneluik and members of the City Council, for an evening of celebration, networking, and recognition of outstanding achievements. The evening […]

The Beaumont Christmas Elves are in the middle of their holiday campaign, raising food, toys, and funds, to be able to help Beaumont families in need. Next up for the Christmas Elves is the annual Food Drive on Saturday, November 30. From 1 to 5 p.m. at both Sobeys and No Frills, Beaumont Christmas Elves […]

At ACP’s Celebration of Leadership on June 12, Patricia (Pat) Matusko was recognized with an Honorary Membership, which is presented to an individual who has never been a regulated member of the college and has, in the opinion of Council, rendered distinguished service to the practice of pharmacists or to the practice of pharmacy technicians. […]

Beaumont Beaumont Al-Anon: Is a Family Group that has a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength and hope in order to solve their common problems. Meetings are non-professional, free and confidential. Please join us at St. Vital Church south entrance on Monday evenings at 7 p.m. 50 Street and […]

Some of you may recognize this week’s article from last year, published at about this exact same time.  It is not surprising that we get asked this type of question, over and over again, as each holiday season approaches.  So I thought the response would also be worth repeating! Dear Tacit, The holiday season typically brings too much […]

Beaumont’s Quirky Quilters group regularly donate homemade quilts and blankets to hospitals and organizations, and recently donated 30 more to Grey Nuns Hospital. On November 16, Quirky Quilters members dropped off 30 of their “Blankets of Love” at the hospital for mental health patients. “We have been quilting since 2010, and every year do something […]

The winter 2025 activity guide has arrived. Set to run from January 5 through March 31, programs include ‘adult dance, fitness and art programs, as well as children’s STEM, sport, and craft programs and camps.’ Resident registration opens on December 9 at 9 a.m. with general registration opening two days later at the same time. […]

It’s been a strange year for the Beaumont Chiefs. After opening the 2024-25 Capital Junior Hockey League (CJHL) campaign with five straight victories, the team has struggled to string wins together for the past two months. In fact, since dropping three games in the middle of October, the Chiefs have alternated wins and losses in […]

On Nov. 17, 2024, Beaumont RCMP received a report that 28-year-old Shawn Edward Robson-Harder has not been seen since Sept. 19, 2024. Shawn was last seen in Beaumont and he could be in the Edmonton area. Shawn’s family is concerned for his well-being. Shawn is described as: Fair completion; 6 feet tall; 149 pounds; Brown […]

Do you have a photo showing off the city? Whether it be a Beaumont staple, a slice of nature, or your favourite local spot, send it in for the chance for your photo to be featured in the Beaumont News. Submissions can be sent to PWilliams@postmedia.com.

Dear Tacit, I have heard a new term and I don’t quite understand it.  Can you explain more about “aloneliness”? Signed: What is aloneliness? Dear What Is Aloneliness, Sure! “Aloneliness” is a relatively new term used to describe the feeling of frustration or discomfort a person experiences when they don’t get enough alone time.  It […]

Beaumont Beaumont Al-Anon: Is a Family Group that has a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength and hope in order to solve their common problems. Meetings are non-professional, free and confidential. Please join us at St. Vital Church south entrance on Monday evenings at 7 p.m. 50 Street and […]

For the week of November 4 through to November 10, the Beaumont RCMP responded to 77 calls for service. Some of the calls for service included; 911 Act, Animal Calls, Assault, Assist General Public, Assistance to Canadian Police, Assistance to RCMP Agency, Breach of Peace, Break and Enter Residence, Counterfeit Money, Disobey Order of Court, […]

The Parent Cafe program, hosted at École Bellevue School (5103 50 Ave, Beaumont), offers a welcoming space for parents and caregivers of young children to connect, learn, and access valuable resources. The Parent Cafe is open to all community members, including grandparents, aunts, and uncles, and is particularly beneficial for families with children aged 0-6 […]

At their June 19, 2024 regular meeting, the Black Gold School Division Board of Trustees approved the renaming process for École Coloniale Estates School (ÉCES). Since the 1990s, (ÉCES) has been a cornerstone of the community. However, the time has come to reconsider the name of our school so that all students, staff and parents […]

Beaumont came together in the hundreds on November 11, as more than 1,000 residents packed the Beaumont Sport and Recreation Centre fieldhouse for the Beaumont Remembrance Day ceremony. The ceremony began with local veterans and current service members, as well as the Royal Canadian Air Cadets #287 squadron, marching to the front. After the Color […]

Thanks to funding through the City of Beaumont’s Arts Grant, the Artists’ Association of Beaumont (AAB) has been able to further develop and expand our Art Connects programming.  The Art Connects program enables the AAB to offer art meetups and workshops to the Beaumont community at affordable prices.  There has been a whirlwind of art […]

While serving on the Promotions Committee from 2002 to 2004 I (Carole Hudson, President of the Heritage Society) became familiar with the Communities in Bloom program. I was assigned to oversee our involvement. I’m not much of a gardener but I do know a little about family history. Beaumont was being judged in eight categories, […]

Beaumont is one of the fastest growing municipalities in Alberta, surpassing 23,000 people in 2023 and increasing at an average annual rate of 5.6 per cent during the past 20 years. With new neighbourhoods opening and a rapidly expanding population, this growth is putting pressure on City services. “We’re seeing service demands increase in nearly […]

Beaumont residents and businesses can stay on top of their utility bills in the event of a postal service disruption. City utility bills were mailed this week, however, a potential labour disruption may delay delivery. Canada Post and the postal workers union will be in a strike/lockout position as early as Friday, November 15. Utility […]

Beaumont Chief Administration Officer Mike Schwirtz updated council on happenings around the City on November 12. Beaumont was featured prominently during the Grand Slam of Curling’s Co-op Canadian Open, which took place at Nisku’s Silent Ice Center from November 5 through 10. Advertising for the City could be seen throughout the venue, and the City’s […]

Beaumont’s Good Neighbour program recognizes individuals who contribute to a safe, connected and friendly community. We’re excited to showcase our latest award recipients– Delores and Francis Feth! This is what their neighbour had to say about their impact on the neighbourhood. “Delores and Francis are model citizens of Beaumont, and they are the kindest neighbours anyone could […]

Beaumont is one of the fastest growing municipalities in Alberta, surpassing 23,000 people in 2023 and increasing at an average annual rate of 5.6 per cent during the past 20 years. With new neighbourhoods opening and a rapidly expanding population, this growth is putting pressure on City services. “We’re seeing service demands increase in nearly […]

In response to the recent announcement from the Government of Ontario to expand fertility services with a $150-million investment, Fertility Alberta Advocacy and Outreach Association continues to work with Albertans and the medical community to advance provincial fertility and family planning programming. The Ontario government recently announced an expansion of the current fertility program and introduced a […]

Do you have a photo showing off the city? Whether it be a Beaumont staple, a slice of nature, or your favourite local spot, send it in for the chance for your photo to be featured in the Beaumont News. Submissions can be sent to PWilliams@postmedia.com.

Beaumont Beaumont Al-Anon: Is a Family Group that has a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength and hope in order to solve their common problems. Meetings are non-professional, free and confidential. Please join us at St. Vital Church south entrance on Monday evenings at 7 p.m. 50 Street and […]

Dear Tacit, I am hearing a lot about cortisol – what is it and how does it impact my life? Signed Controlling Cortisol Dear Controlling Cortisol, Cortisol is a hormone released by the adrenal glands.  It is often called the “stress hormone” because it’s involved in the body’s response to stress. Cortisol is a healthy […]

The Beaumont Composite Bandits senior football team’s dream season came to an unfortunate end last Saturday. The Bandits lost 38-11 in the Miles Division final to the Bellerose Bulldogs of St. Albert, on November 2. The loss was the Bandits first loss of the season, giving them an 8-1 record on the year, and ranking […]

If you drive west on 50 Avenue, you might have noticed some early white stuff in front of Le Rendezvous, the Beaumont 50+ Club building. Well, it’s not snow! It’s a layer of white landscape rock that volunteers from Beaumont’s premier seniors club applied recently. We’ll miss the colourful perennials, but it was time for […]