Author: Gateway Gazette

  • Remind me again: Who wants GMO labeling?

    Remind me again: Who wants GMO labeling?

    Science surrendering to superstition, pro-GMO activist argues By Mischa Popoff Organic activists claim 92% of consumers want genetically-modified organisms (GMOs) labeled. It turns out the overwhelming majority of consumers support the status quo when you don’t ask a misleading question like, “Do want toxic pesticides genetically spliced into your food?” But still, activists insist that…

  • Canadian Industry magazine celebrates 100 years of Alberta energy with Imperial Oil

    Canadian Industry magazine celebrates 100 years of Alberta energy with Imperial Oil

    KITCHENER, ON /CNW/ – Interactive publishers Industry Media announced the release of the August/September issue of Canadian Industry Online (CIO) magazine, celebrating 100 years of Alberta oil. Imperial Oil, one of Canada’s largest oil companies, is the August/September issue cover. The August/September issue also includes keynote interviews with Cenovus Energy, Williams Canada, and Talisman Energy—companies…

  • Millarville Horticulture Club News

    Millarville Horticulture Club News

    [break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] Every second Tuesday of the month(Sept to May) a speaker is arranged to talk and share their knowledge with the club. Our first speaker of the year is Pam Vipond and she will be speaking on edible flowers. This is on October 14 at 7:30. November 11 has Suzanne Maidment speaking on blue birds Also please remember…

  • After a Tremendous Loss, Calgary Family Raises $25,000 for Calgary Humane Society

    After a Tremendous Loss, Calgary Family Raises $25,000 for Calgary Humane Society

    Calgary, AB — On August 1st 2014, a group of dedicated animal lovers set out on their motorbikes for a three day adventure to raise money for Calgary Humane Society and remember a friend and father. “All my dad would have wanted was for us to finish what he started and raise money for a…

  • Longview Library News: Author Talk by Sandra Joyce This October

    Longview Library News: Author Talk by Sandra Joyce This October

    Our library’s mandate is to provide a life long learning experience for the community of Longview. To ensure this, we encourage our patrons to use the inter-library loan system. This inter-library loan system is provided by the Marigold Library System, situated in Strathmore, Alberta. Under it’s umbrella, individual libraries in the surrounding areas are organized…

  • Diamond Valley Parade of Garage Sales is Coming Soon

    Diamond Valley Parade of Garage Sales is Coming Soon

    [break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] Our annual Diamond Valley Parade of Garage Sales will be taking place on Saturday, September 27th this year. If you haven’t registered your sale yet, please go to: https://gatewaygazette.ca/pogs/add-listings/ and add your address for FREE. We also have a free Tool Kit that you can download at this link: Parade of Garage Sales Tool…

  • Governor General Invests 49 Recipients into the Order of Canada

    Governor General Invests 49 Recipients into the Order of Canada

    OTTAWA—His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, presided over an Order of Canada investiture ceremony at Rideau Hall, on Friday, September 12, 2014. The Governor General, who is chancellor and Principal Companion of the Order, bestowed the honour on 4 Companions, 14 Officers and 31 Members. The Order of Canada was…

  • “Becoming a Community Builder” Registration is Open

    “Becoming a Community Builder” Registration is Open

    [break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] “Becoming a Community Builder” is a FREE initiative that is being promoted by the Town of Black Diamond and the FCSS committee. The committee members include Mayor Sharlene Brown; Councillors Ruth Goodwin and Mike Ross; Suzan Nagel, FCSS Coordinator; David Petrovich, Economic Development and Events Coordinator; Rod Ross, Linda Nelson and Jo Kelleher-Williams. They…

  • Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: New Use for Old Newspaper

    By Reena Nerbas General Purpose DeGreaser Hi Reena, Can you recommend a non-rinse, general purpose kitchen degreasing spray for the bathroom and kitchen counter tops, stove and cupboards? Thanks so much, Cindy Dear Cindy, Here is a wild homemade cleaning spray, great for counters, stoves and bathrooms. Into a 4-cup spray bottle combine: One tsp.…

  • Red Deer RCMP seek public assistance to locate three missing girls – Calfchild, Red Young Man & Starlight

    Red Deer RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance in locating three teenage girls who were reported missing at approximately 2:30 pm on September 3. Reports indicate that 15 year old Charrissa Calfchild, 13 year old Reaven Red Young Man and 14 year old Sarceena Starlight may have received a ride from Red Deer to Calgary…

  • Tim Hortons and CIBC Double Double Visa Card

    Tim Hortons and CIBC Double Double Visa Card

    First-of-its-kind technology allows clients to earn rewards and instantly redeem them for their favourite cup of coffee and other Tim Hortons menu items, all at the touch of a button TORONTO /CNW/ – CIBC (TSX:CM) (NYSE:CM) and Tim Hortons (THI: TSX;NYSE) launched the innovative new CIBC Tim Hortons Double Double Visa Card, in July of…

  • RCMP and CPS seek public’s assistance in locating man wanted for several frauds

    RCMP and CPS seek public’s assistance in locating man wanted for several frauds

    Three Hills, Alberta – The RCMP and the Calgary Police Service are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 31-year-old, Bradly BarryKowalczyk.  Kowalczyk is wanted on numerous Alberta arrest warrants for Calgary, Three Hills, Chestermere, Crowsnest Pass, Viking, St. Paul and Olds areas for charges relating to Fraud over $5000.00, Fraud under $5000.00 and breaching conditions…

  • AUMA/SLGM announce winners of joint 2014 Municipal Awards

    AUMA/SLGM announce winners of joint 2014 Municipal Awards

    Edmonton – September 8, 2014 The Board of Directors of the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA) is pleased to announce the 2014 recipients of the AUMA/SLGM Dedicated Team and Dedicated Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) awards. The two awards are jointly administered by the AUMA and the Society of Local Government Managers (SLGM). This year’s recipients…

  • Homemade Diets Not Always More Nutritious or Safe

    Homemade Diets Not Always More Nutritious or Safe

    The debate on whether or not your pet is better off on a homemade diet is an ongoing one. Without a doubt, feeding a commercially prepared diet is more convenient, safer, and more economical. Feeding a homemade diet can be very effective but can also be fraught with difficulties. For example, you must be sure…

  • AHS Weekly Wellness Tip: Get walking. Stay safe.

    AHS Weekly Wellness Tip: Get walking. Stay safe.

    A new school year brings opportunity for families to give up driving and begin walking to school. Walking has so many benefits—it promotes physical activity, prepares brains for learning and increases children’s familiarity with their community and neighbours. Walking with your child and negotiating neighbourhood streets with them provides an opportunity to develop traffic safety…