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Vol. 12, No. 35, Tuesday June 27, 2017 www.LamontLeader.com
Lamont Community Fair and Perogy Festival does not disappoint enthusiastic crowd Michelle Pinon Editor
An estimated 2,000 people took in activities during the Lamont Community Fair & Perogy Festival on June 23 and 24 in Lamont. Of that amount, just over 700 people attended the two day tractor pull event. Alberta Tractor Pull Association (APTA) President Erwin Thompson said the weather and the track at the Lamont Ag. Grounds was perfect. Local competitor Josh Melnyk also had two first place back to back finishes in his category. Altogether there were a total of 31 competitors in the two day event, stated Thompson. Total prize payout was $25,800 for both days. “That is the highest payout in Western Canada,” he pointed out. “The organizing committee did an excellent job on all events for the fair. APTA would like to thank Lamont for having us at the fair and perogy festival. See you all next year.” The Kid’s activities were a definite hit as well with families, and the marketplace and trade show were busy all afternoon. There were many vendors for both venues and all of the food related items were on the mark. There was something for everyone, and spectacular fireworks show capped off the very successful event.
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John Luchyk of Drayton Valley competed in the A mini class Saturday afternoon before an extremely appreciative audience.
Lamont Mayor Bill Skinner waves to the large crowd gathered along 50 Avenue Saturday morning during the Lamont Community Fair and Perogy Festival. There were around 45 entries in the parade which kicked-off a great variety of events for residents and visitors alike to enjoy. Skinner is also featured with assistant Rachel Taylor who threw out candy to parade goers.