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MLA proposes ban on farmland ownership by pension plans

MLA proposes ban on farmland ownership by pension plans

Saskatchewan implemented similar prohibition back in 2015, prompting pension plans to look to Alberta to buy farmland.
Heavy rain expected to taper off Wednesday, say officials

Heavy rain expected to taper off Wednesday, say officials

Alberta minister of Environment and Parks says his department is coordinating closely with municipalities that could be affected as rain continues to fall.
Expert panel to deliver recommendations this summer

Expert panel to deliver recommendations this summer

“After receiving the report, Parks Canada will review and consult with Canadians on the findings of the panel."
Bow River downgraded to high stream flow advisory

Bow River downgraded to high stream flow advisory

The Bow River through Banff is running at about 154 cubic metres per second
Community mourns Okotoks legend Bearcat Murray

Community mourns Okotoks legend Bearcat Murray

Jim 'Bearcat' Murray, a beloved member of the community and the trainer of the 1989 Stanley Cup-winning Flames, passed away Tuesday morning at the age of 89.
To be held Oct. 6: Alberta UCP announces rules for contest to replace leader, premier

To be held Oct. 6: Alberta UCP announces rules for contest to replace leader, premier

Alberta’s United Conservative Party has announced rules for a leadership contest to be held Oct. 6 to choose a new leader and the province's next premier.
Alberta Elder Abuse Day: Advocates say much needs to be done

Alberta Elder Abuse Day:  Advocates say much needs to be done

The Elder Advocates of Alberta Society recognizes Alberta Elder Abuse Day,  June 15
Ex-Riverdale actor who killed Squamish mother planned Trudeau death, court hears

Ex-Riverdale actor who killed Squamish mother planned Trudeau death, court hears

Ryan Grantham also thought of committing mass murder and had taken a shotgun to Simon Fraser University with thoughts of killing students and a professor, a court heard Monday.
Young Okotoks filmmakers win national gold

Young Okotoks filmmakers win national gold

After placing in provincials, Foothills Composite High School students Christofer Kapiniak and Hogan Holditch won gold in the Skills Canada National competition in video production.
Highwood River now under flood warning

Highwood River now under flood warning

Evacuation is strictly voluntary at this point, though residents are encouraged to make emergency kits. County residents can also place a call to public works for a delivery of sandbags.
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