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RCMP issue shelter in place order west of Carstairs as they track armed suspects

Didsbury RCMP are currently tracking two suspects believed to be armed with firearms

Feb 9, 2024 8:10 AM Read more >

It's National Read in the Bathtub Day. Tips on the best way to relax in the tub with a good book

On February 9th, bibliophiles around the world can grab their favourite books, run a warm bath, and celebrate National Read in the Bathtub Day

Feb 9, 2024 5:45 AM Read more >

High River's mayor says horses can be ridden in town after online uproar

Shelby Opheim's situation caused a stir on social media after peace officers told her she was no longer allowed to ride horses in town.

Feb 8, 2024 4:45 PM Read more >

B.C. company fined $400K for unregulated Sturgeon County power plant

Green Block Mining Corp., is no longer allowed to do business in Alberta.

Feb 8, 2024 3:15 PM Read more >

Province to build highway wildlife fence through Canmore in 2025

Construction of the wildlife fence along the Trans-Canada Highway from Banff National Park's east gate to the Bow River Bridge is anticipated to get underway in 2025, following consultation, design, and engineering work in 2024.

Feb 8, 2024 8:45 AM Read more >

Cold Lake officials dealing with out of control warming fires, weapons in encampments

Third fire this year at Cold Lake landfill suspected to be started by people living outdoors and trying to stay warm.

Feb 8, 2024 6:15 AM Read more >

Skepticism causes organizer to remove GoFundMe for Okotoks man critically injured in crash

The GoFundMe launched last week for Rob Sholter, which received overwhelming support, has been ended due to some negative reception from community members.

Feb 7, 2024 5:15 PM Read more >

Airdrie transgender woman responds to provincial policies

“[Youth] have always needed parental consent to engage in any kind of hormone or any kind of treatment with respect to their gender identity."

Feb 7, 2024 2:21 PM Read more >

For Better or For Worse comic artist Lynn Johnston ventures into kids books

Famed North Vancouver cartoonist Lynn Johnston’s new series of kids books follow the adventures of 9-year-old Timothy Bot

Feb 7, 2024 1:45 PM Read more >

Calgary police say business cards handed out with free cocaine samples

CALGARY — Police have laid drug-trafficking charges after a man allegedly handed out business cards with free samples of cocaine in Calgary.

Feb 7, 2024 12:15 PM Read more >