Category: News

  • RCMP in Alberta Request Public’s Help in Missing Persons Cases

    Red Deer RCMP seek public assistance to locate 13 year old Haley Saskatchewan Red Deer RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 13 year old Haley Saskatchewan. She was reported missing on August 18, and RCMP checks at various Red Deer locations over the course of the past several days have not located her.…

  • RCMP Milk River – Request assistance to locate an overdue traveller

    RCMP Milk River – Request assistance to locate an overdue traveller

    The Milk River RCMP are asking for the public’s help in locating an overdue male traveler. Jackie Dean CALDWELL, 74, departed from his home in Mount Juliet, Tennessee on August 12th 2014. Known as Jack, he was enroute to Fairbanks, Alaska driving a Black 1997 Goldwing tri-wheel motorcycle with Tennessee license plate ZB0984. The bike…

  • PC Leader Candidates Must Say No To New Tax Powers For Municipalities: Wilson

    CALGARY, AB – PC leadership candidates must say no to new taxation powers for municipalities being floated under the Municipal Government Act (MGA) review and immediately implement Wildrose’s 10/10 Community Infrastructure Transfer, Wildrose Municipal Affairs Critic Jeff Wilson said today. “For years, the PCs have been inconsistent, unpredictable and politically motivated in how they support…

  • Town of Okotoks Receives Silver Level Certification from Excellence Canada

    Town of Okotoks Receives Silver Level Certification from Excellence Canada

    Since 2012, the Town of Okotoks has been working diligently to achieve silver certification through Excellence Canada’s Excellence, Innovation and Wellness program. This world-class program evaluates organizational excellence through a multi-year process consisting of four levels of achievement: bronze, silver, gold & platinum. On Monday, August 18, the Town was awarded silver status by Rory…

  • Alberta PC Leadership Race Nearing Finish Line

    Alberta PC Leadership Race Nearing Finish Line

    There are only a few weeks left in the Alberta PC leadership race. This election is using a new method of voting. It means a change from what we have been used to. This time voting will be online or by phone only. You MUST become a member in advance, and the deadline is approaching.…

  • RCMP Airdrie – Serious Collision on Highway 9 and Highway 566

    Airdrie, Alberta – Airdrie Rural RCMP and Airdrie Integrated Traffic Services are currently responding to a serious motor vehicle collision on Highway 566 and Highway 9. STARS Air Ambulance and provincial Emergency Medical Services have been dispatched and the roadway will be closed for an undetermined amount of time. RCMP is requesting the public edit…

  • RCMP Red Deer – RCMP seize 2.2 kilos, over $127,190 cash & charge two – Bank account frozen

    Red Deer, Alberta – A 9 month RCMP investigation has resulted in charges against a man and a woman from Red Deer, Alberta. On August 1, 2014, Shane Clifford WHITE (age 29) and Alyssa Marilyn LANDRY (age 23) were charged with drug and Criminal Code offences. Their first appearance court date is set for August…

  • Safe and Sensible Firearms Policies

    On August 14, 2014, the Honourable Steven Blaney, Canada’s Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, announced the coming-into-force of the Firearms Records Regulations (Classification). These regulations, which are now in force, will require the Registrar of Firearms to keep a record of every classification determination, and prohibit the amendment of those records following one…

  • RCMP & Sheriffs – Airdrie Integrated Traffic Unit – Charges Laid following investigation into Single Vehicle Collision on Highway 2 near Airdrie

    RCMP & Sheriffs – Airdrie Integrated Traffic Unit – Charges Laid following investigation into Single Vehicle Collision on Highway 2 near Airdrie

    The driver of the 2004 GMC Sierra pickup involved in Sunday’s collision was arrested last night and seven serious criminal code charges have been laid: 49 year old Timothy Gerald WILLEMSEN of Airdrie, Alberta has been charged with: Impaired Driving Causing Bodily Harm – Section 255(2) Criminal Code Dangerous Driving Causing Bodily Harm – Section…

  • Big Rock Brewery: Remembering Ed

    Big Rock Brewery: Remembering Ed

    Posted by Big Rock Brewery – August 20, 2014 On behalf of Big Rock Brewery, it is with great sadness that we must report that our founder and friend, Edward McNally, passed away on August 19, 2014. Ed was the driving force behind the creation of Big Rock and his name has, and always will…

  • PC Youth Host All Candidates Debate this Thursday Live on YouTube

    PC Youth Host All Candidates Debate this Thursday Live on YouTube

    During the PC Alberta Leadership race, the Progressive Conservative Youth of Alberta will continue to ensure the voice of the youth is heard. The youth have a vested interest in the future of Alberta, and we want everyone to hear from the people who will be leading this province. The PC Youth of Alberta is…

  • Fire Ban for MD of Foothills Lifted

    Fire Ban for MD of Foothills Lifted

    August 20, 2014 – As of 12:00 p.m. today in the M.D. of Foothills No. 31, by order of Council, has lifted the fire ban imposed on July 31, 2014. All open fires will now be allowed by obtaining a burning permit issued by a Fire Guardian. Fire guardians may request to inspect your burn…

  • Highwood River Bridge down to one lane for upgrades

    Highwood River Bridge down to one lane for upgrades

    Crews begin major upgrades on Highway 547 Highwood River Bridge near Okotoks. The work includes: Resurfacing the bridge with a new concrete deck and deck joints; Upgrading the guardrails to modern standards; Repairing abutments; and Re-paving the approaches to the bridge. This work will extend the life of the bridge by another 25 years at…

  • RCMP Grande Prairie: Missing 11 Year Old Female – Located Safe

    RCMP Grande Prairie: Missing 11 Year Old Female – Located Safe

    Grande Prairie, AB: Police are happy to report that 11 year old Emily Harvey has been located safe and unharmed. Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding this investigation but at this time there is nothing to indicate that there was anything suspicious regarding her disappearance. Grande Prairie want to thank the media and…

  • Forecast Rainfall Increases River Safety Concerns

    Forecast Rainfall Increases River Safety Concerns

    The Town is encouraging residents to be extra cautious around the river banks over the next three days as the River Forecasting Centre predicts the Highwood River is going to rise approximately 1.25 m due to rainfall in the forecast. Although there is no concern for flooding this added rainfall is expected to increase the…