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Family travel writers to share globetrotting misadventures
Wednesday, July 10, 2019
When Rob Krause and Daria Salamon decided to put their 9-5 lives on hold, pull the kids out of school and go backpacking around the world for a year, they had some apprehensions. But beyond the regular traveller trepidations—getting bit by a poisonous snake or catching malaria, for example—there wer...
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Arts and Culture
Cartoonist’s pen is cheekier than the sword
Bob Covey 
Thursday, May 23, 2019
Almost three decades ago, The Jasper Booster—precursor to Jasper’s current community newspapers—had a space to fill in its newsroom. The Booster’s long-standing editorial cartoonist, Thomas Boldt—or Tab, as he became known for his work with Sun Media Newspapers—was moving on.  Then-publisher Haf Bai...
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Hot off the press: From notepad to newspaper
Arts and Culture
Hot off the press: From notepad to newspaper
Bob Covey 
Wednesday, May 22, 2019
Ever wonder how The Jasper Local gets created? After the stories are collected and written, after the photos are snapped and selected, and after the advertisements are booked and approved—and then once our art director puts everything together in an eye-catching layout—it’s time to send the files to...
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OPERATION LAGER: Show me the light
Arts and Culture
OPERATION LAGER: Show me the light
Bob Covey 
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Forget the Double IPAs and Chocolate Porters, all we wanted at Alberta Beer Festivals ' Jasper Craft Barley Summit was...a beer I’m a beer dork. Not a beer geek , mind you—that would require knowing something about the beer brewing process. I’d need to learn about different fermentation vessels and ...
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Before she rose, Jasper baker started from scratch
Arts and Culture
Before she rose, Jasper baker started from scratch
Bob Covey 
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Before she bought the Bear’s Paw Bakery, the only thing Kim Stark had ever baked was a batch of chocolate chip cookies. But in 2002, when she and her then-partner decided they wanted to live in Jasper and own a business, never having baked from scratch before didn’t seem like a particularly big hurd...
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30 years of holiday pampering:  The evolution of Christmas in November
Arts and Culture
30 years of holiday pampering: The evolution of Christmas in November
Bob Covey 
Friday, November 23, 2018
Taylor Lancee, Fairmont JPL’s Public Relations Manager, displays a selection of what CIN guests receive as complimentary amenities as part of their registration package. // Bob Covey For decades since its storied opening at the turn of the 20th century, the Jasper Park Lodge has been known as a luxu...
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Pacing yourself on a culinary cruise around Jasper
Arts and Culture
Pacing yourself on a culinary cruise around Jasper
andrea 
Wednesday, July 11, 2018
Jasper foodies, start your appetites. With the launch of Jasper Food Tours earlier this spring, owner and entrepreneur Estelle Blanchette is waving the green flag for the commencement of culinary cruising in Jasper. Jasper Food Tours started with beers and game meatloaf at The Jasper Brewing Co. // ...
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Putting the chic in psychic
Arts and Culture
Putting the chic in psychic
Bob Covey 
Friday, June 29, 2018
This story was originally published by The Jasper Local in 2014 Nine months ago, Jasper’s Margo Bereska knew she had to go to Hawaii. She didn’t know why, or for how long. She just knew she had to go. “I have to follow my heart,” she said at the time. “I don’t get the details. I just get the hits.” ...
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It was always about MORE THAN THE BIKE
Arts and Culture
It was always about MORE THAN THE BIKE
Bob Covey 
Monday, June 25, 2018
It was 1993. May. The almost two-month long siege at Waco Texas had just ended in terrible massacre; the siege of Sarajevo by the Bosnian Serbs was into its second year. The following month would see TVs final episode of Cheers and rave reviews for blockbuster movie Jurassic Park. There was no fanfa...
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20 years, 3 million pieces of sushi, no sick days
Arts and Culture
20 years, 3 million pieces of sushi, no sick days
Bob Covey 
Friday, May 4, 2018
Downstairs at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, tucked away in the hotel’s east wing, not far from the entrance to the staff cafeteria, a portal exists. It is a gateway to a culinary experience unlike any other in Jasper.  An ornately designed curtain covers a small entryway (watch your head!). ... cr...
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Trail tech: The next generation
Biking
Trail tech: The next generation
Georgia Ristivojevic 
Monday, June 30, 2025
Rugged roads and twisting trails await those who seek. Thanks to its history of trail use by outfitters and recreationalists, Jasper has established i...
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Float on: Canada Day Parade gallery
Arts & Culture
Float on: Canada Day Parade gallery
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Jasperites donned their red and white, kitted out their floats and paraded around the community with pride on Canada Day (Tuesday, July 1). Local busi...
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Walking Through Fire: Wildlife
Environment
Walking Through Fire: Wildlife
Kirsten Schmitten 
Friday, July 4, 2025
Part 2: Home is where the hearth is In Part 1 of our Walking Through Fire series , we discussed how post-fire vegetation bounces back. But what about ...
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Aussie folk artist topping live music event at JPP
Arts & Culture
Aussie folk artist topping live music event at JPP
Sophie Pfisterer, freelance contributor 
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
One of Jasper’s most popular restaurants will soon be dishing up live music and good vibes. On July 4 at 8:30 p.m., Jasper Pizza Place will host a roo...
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The bear necessities
Environment
The bear necessities
Bob Covey 
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Collars, fences and attractant elimination keys to bear management Jasper National Park bear biologists are keeping a close eye on area grizzlies. At ...
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CONGRATULATIONS Class of 2025
Community
CONGRATULATIONS Class of 2025
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Congratulations to the 2025 graduates of Jasper Jr/Sr High School and École Desrochers! These bright young individuals are now stepping confidently in...
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Meet the locals: Fran Jones
Community
Meet the locals: Fran Jones
Georgia Ristivojevic 
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
While Jasper's mountains, rivers and lakes get plenty of (deserved) air time, it's the people who live here that make the community welcoming and incl...
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Tearful goodbye planned for beloved family
Community
Tearful goodbye planned for beloved family
Bob Covey 
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
A beloved family is saying goodbye to Jasper, and their friends are throwing a bittersweet going-away party. “There will be a lot of tears,” said orga...
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Trail tech: The next generation
Biking
Trail tech: The next generation
Georgia Ristivojevic 
Monday, June 30, 2025
Rugged roads and twisting trails await those who seek. Thanks to its history of trail use by outfitters and recreationalists, Jasper has established i...
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Float on: Canada Day Parade gallery
Arts & Culture
Float on: Canada Day Parade gallery
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Jasperites donned their red and white, kitted out their floats and paraded around the community with pride on Canada Day (Tuesday, July 1). Local busi...
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Walking Through Fire: Wildlife
Environment
Walking Through Fire: Wildlife
Kirsten Schmitten 
Friday, July 4, 2025
Part 2: Home is where the hearth is In Part 1 of our Walking Through Fire series , we discussed how post-fire vegetation bounces back. But what about ...
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Aussie folk artist topping live music event at JPP
Arts & Culture
Aussie folk artist topping live music event at JPP
Sophie Pfisterer, freelance contributor 
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
One of Jasper’s most popular restaurants will soon be dishing up live music and good vibes. On July 4 at 8:30 p.m., Jasper Pizza Place will host a roo...
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Latest ›
Walking Through Fire: Wildlife
Environment
Walking Through Fire: Wildlife
Kirsten Schmitten 
Friday, July 4, 2025
Part 2: Home is where the hearth is In Part 1 of our Walking Through Fire series , we discussed how post-fire vegetation bounces back. But what about ...
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Float on: Canada Day Parade gallery
Arts & Culture
Float on: Canada Day Parade gallery
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Jasperites donned their red and white, kitted out their floats and paraded around the community with pride on Canada Day (Tuesday, July 1). Local busi...
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Aussie folk artist topping live music event at JPP
Arts & Culture
Aussie folk artist topping live music event at JPP
Sophie Pfisterer, freelance contributor 
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
One of Jasper’s most popular restaurants will soon be dishing up live music and good vibes. On July 4 at 8:30 p.m., Jasper Pizza Place will host a roo...
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Trail tech: The next generation
Biking
Trail tech: The next generation
Georgia Ristivojevic 
Monday, June 30, 2025
Rugged roads and twisting trails await those who seek. Thanks to its history of trail use by outfitters and recreationalists, Jasper has established i...
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