Author: Gateway Gazette

  • Improving Road Safety on Highway 63

    Improving Road Safety on Highway 63

    A new commercial vehicle inspection station on Highway 63 north of Atmore will help save lives and reduce collisions by taking unsafe vehicles off the road. Highway 63 is one of the busiest highways in Alberta. More than 1.5 million vehicles use the stretch of highway this station is on every year. The new $11-million…

  • Legislature Lights Up to Celebrate the Season

    Legislature Lights Up to Celebrate the Season

    “The holidays remind us to reflect on what is important in our lives, especially time spent with family and good friends,” said Honourable Robert E. Wanner, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta. “I invite you to make the beautifully lit Legislature Grounds one of your winter destinations; take in the festive sights and sounds…

  • Volunteers Needed for Annual Family New Year’s Eve Party in Turner Valley

    Volunteers Needed for Annual Family New Year’s Eve Party in Turner Valley

    The Town of Turner Valley is seeking volunteers to support the annual Family New Year’s Eve Party on December 31 with the following:  Assisting at the children’s stations (cookie decorating, s’more building and face painting)  Ensuring guest safety and fun on the outdoor rink as costumed skaters  Providing general assistance in support…

  • Drunk or High – Don’t Drive!

    Drunk or High – Don’t Drive!

    Driving impaired – drunk or high – can cost your licence, your money, your health or someone’s life. Driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs carries serious consequences. The Traffic Injury Research Foundation determined that, in 2013, of Alberta drivers killed in collisions, more than one in four was over the legal limit for alcohol,…

  • Halifax Explosion: 100 Years Ago

    Halifax Explosion: 100 Years Ago

    December 6, 1917 is a day the people of Halifax will never forget. 2,000 people were killed and 9,000 more were injured. The world’s attention was on the First World War when the terrible accident happened in Halifax’s harbour. The Halifax is a beautiful city today but still bears the scars of that event. The people…

  • NDP Blocks Meaningful Work on Legislature Committee

    NDP Blocks Meaningful Work on Legislature Committee

    EDMONTON, AB: Last week, NDP members of the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship voted down a UCP motion that would allow the committee to meet with stakeholders. UCP Committee Member and MLA for Grande Prairie-Smoky Todd Loewen introduced the motion because under the rules of the Committee, it cannot undertake any activities other than the task…

  • Home Improvement

    Home Improvement

    November marks a rise in sales City of Calgary, December, 2017 – The November housing market was spurred by a rise in sales, particularly in the lower price ranges. Sales totaled 1,411 units in November, an increase of 15 per cent over last year. This is comparable to longer-term averages for the month of November. Improved…

  • Building Markets and Relationships with Minnesota

    Building Markets and Relationships with Minnesota

    Alberta is one of the best places to do business – and Environment Minister Shannon Phillips is taking that message to Minneapolis. Over two days, Environment Minister Phillips will promote Alberta’s investment opportunities, discuss the province’s strong regulatory framework and pipeline safety and share the success of Alberta’s Climate Leadership Plan. “Trips like this one…

  • Pictorial view of the events on December 2nd in Diamond Valley

    Pictorial view of the events on December 2nd in Diamond Valley

    Please enjoy a selection of the photographs we took on December 2nd. High Country SPCA Christmas Market [masterslider id=”45″]       Black Diamond Light Up [masterslider id=”44″]  

  • Celebrating Albertans with Disabilities

    Celebrating Albertans with Disabilities

    As part of International Day of Persons with Disabilities on Dec. 3, the province recognised people with disabilities and Albertans who are creating inclusive communities. Events were held across the province to highlight the contributions and achievements of persons with disabilities and to raise awareness about the issues facing their communities. “Our government is taking…

  • A Horse Called Gallant

    A Horse Called Gallant

    I think my story is atypical even though I was victimized by a horse trader.  I learned a lot about myself and about owning a horse so in that respect, I don’t regret my experiences.  However, I sure wouldn’t wish it on someone else. I was a horse-crazy girl.  At the age of seven, I…

  • NDP Picked Most Expensive Bid for Calgary Cancer Center

    NDP Picked Most Expensive Bid for Calgary Cancer Center

    EDMONTON, AB: United Conservative Party Infrastructure Critic Glenn van Dijken revealed in Question Period (last week) that the NDP Government selected the most expensive bid for the Calgary Cancer Center. The bid selected came in at $1.122 billion, a full $206 million more than the least expensive bid; and will take eight months longer to construct.…

  • Dave Proctor Running for his Son

    Dave Proctor Running for his Son

    Dave Proctor is known in the elite running circles as an all-around nice guy. This great guy will be running across Canada June 22, 2018 to raise research dollars for Rare Disease. His son Sam is 1 of 5 people recorded in the world who have this rare disease called RECA (Relapsing Encephalopathy Cerebellum Ataxia). RECA…

  • More Protections for Homebuyers

    More Protections for Homebuyers

    To protect consumers and increase accountability in construction, residential builders will require a licence to build homes and secure warranty coverage starting Dec. 1, 2017.   The New Home Buyer Protection Amendment Act, passed in the spring, established a builder licensing program that helps consumers distinguish good builders from bad builders. “Buying and building a home…

  • Update Re: December 4, 2017 – Oilfields High School Lockdown

    Update Re: December 4, 2017 – Oilfields High School Lockdown

    We understand and respect that events yesterday has caused some concern and questions. We want to assure you that our students are safe and supported as they return to school today. In instances such as this our first priority is the safety of students. On December 4, RCMP and the school Principal received information that…