Category: General

ASIRT Seeks Witnesses to Officer-involved Shooting in Calgary

On November 3, 2016, the Director of Law Enforcement directed the Alberta Serious Incident Response team (ASIRT) to investigate the circumstances surrounding an officer-involved shooting on that same day in Calgary. Shortly before 7 p.m., Calgary Police Service (CPS) members became involved in an investigation of a stolen vehicle driven by a male. Officers requested…

November 7, 2016
Nominate Outstanding Professionals in Child Development

Nominations are open for the 2016 Child Development Professional Awards of Excellence. Countless child development professionals make a difference in the lives of Alberta’s children every day. Recognizing them acknowledges how their outstanding work has contributed significantly to supporting parents and to the development of Alberta’s children. You can nominate a child development professional by…

September 23, 2016
Rowan House Needs Donations

Greatest Need New t-shirts, yoga pants and pj’s for women (all sizes) New womens socks and underwear (sm – lg) New or hand-made slippers Diapers (size 4 and 5) New girls clothes (size 5 – 10) New boys clothes (size 8 – 10) New towels (bath, hand and face) Donate to Our Wish List…

September 23, 2016
Did you know you have an extra second?

By Tanya Thibodeau 2016 is a special year that will give us one precious extra second on December 31st. If you weren’t already aware of this, you should read this: http://news.nationalgeographic.com/2016/07/leap-second-added-year-december-time-clocks-earth-science/. We have only five months before this important moment and there is much vital planning to be done. While the egg-heads play gishwhes with…

July 31, 2016
AMBER ALERT – 5 year-old Girl – Calgary

The Calgary Police Service have issued an AMBER Alert, for the abduction of a female child today, July 11, from the one thousand block of Panamount Boulevard North West, Calgary. The abducted child is Taliyah Leigh MARSMAN, age 5, a mixed race female, slim build, brown curly hair, and brown eyes. Her clothing is unknown.…

July 12, 2016
Newfie Night in Nanton ~ Screeched Up a Storm

One hundred and thirty four people attended the Boys & Girls Club of the Foothills Newfie Night in Nanton on May 28th. The event was a fundraiser for the people from Fort McMurray. There were about 10 Fort Mac evacuees in attendance and those I had a chance to speak with were all very grateful…

June 8, 2016
Amendments to Health Professions Act would make Physician Assistants and Medical Diagnostic Sonographers Regulated Professions in Alberta

Adding physician assistants and medical diagnostic sonographers to the Health Professions Act is the first step in making them regulated professions in Alberta. “Albertans should have confidence that health providers and health facilities in our province maintain high professional standards and provide the best possible care. The proposed changes will help ensure Albertans receive quality…

May 13, 2016
Update 5: Fort McMurray Wildfire (May 6 at 7 p.m.)

Public safety remains the key priority as the wildfire in Fort McMurray continues to burn. Provincial fire crews continue their efforts to reduce the threat to property and infrastructure. Current situation The Disaster Recovery Program (DRP) will allocate an initial $200 million for emergency costs. Disaster recovery programs provide financial assistance for municipalities and their…

May 6, 2016
Foothills Lions Club Celebrated 50 Years of Community Service

The Foothills Lions Club came into existence 50 years ago and to celebrate this milestone they held a very special Charter Night Anniversary celebration on April 30th. The event was held at the Legion in Turner Valley and was very well attended by over 100 people. The District Governor for Lions District C2, Hazel Hiebert, was…

May 6, 2016
Oops!!

OOPS!! Passenger: “I told you that was the wrong way!”

April 28, 2016
Tips for Indoor Cats this Winter

We hope you have been enjoying our relatively warm winter so far, but it appears the mercury is starting to drop. Burr! Time to curl up with a great book, a warm blanket and the family pet for some warm indoor evenings. In some of our previous entries, we talked about animal safety in winter…

December 20, 2015
Turner Valley Legion Branch #78 ~ First Poppy Ceremony

The First Poppy Ceremony took place this afternoon at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #78 in Turner Valley. The ceremonial pinning of the Poppies on local dignitaries kicks off the local Poppy Fund Campaign every year. It is first done in Ottawa on the Governor General, then the Lieutenant Governors of each Province and then…

October 30, 2015
AMBER ALERT – 2 year old child

Crowsnest Pass RCMP has issued an AMBER Alert, for the abduction of a female child today, September 14th at 3:30 AM from the town of Blairmore, Alberta. The child abducted is, Hailey Dunbar-Blanchette, aged 2, a caucasian female child, small build, light brown, straight hair with bangs, and brown eyes. Hailey was abducted by an…

September 14, 2015
More articles from other sections

Don’t forget, the Gateway Gazette is part of a larger, publication network called Panoptic News. Be sure to check out other articles posted in the other sections too! While some of these sections may seem more logical at specific times of year, they are available year round for those who have a desire to access…

August 28, 2015
More articles from other sections

Don’t forget, the Gateway Gazette is part of a larger, publication network called Panoptic News. Be sure to check out other articles posted in the other sections too! While some of these sections may seem more logical at specific times of year, they are available year round for those who have a desire to access…

August 21, 2015