Author: Gateway Gazette

  • Special Weather Statement for the Foothills

    Special Weather Statement for the Foothills

    Special weather statement in effect for: Okotoks – High River – Claresholm First significant snowfall of the season possible today. A cold front is currently producing precipitation across Central Alberta current analysis suggests 5 centimetres of snow is possible for these regions. With warm temperatures on the weekend much of the snow will initially melt…

  • RCMP Sundre – Mother charged with First Degree Murder in death of 9 year-old girl

    RCMP Sundre – Mother charged with First Degree Murder in death of 9 year-old girl

    Sundre, AB – Laura Coward, age 47, has been charged with First Degree Murder in the death of her daughter 9 year-old Amber Lucius whose body was found in a vehicle on a rural road near Sundre on September 2nd. Coward was found in the vicinity of the vehicle and arrested by the RCMP that…

  • RCMP Reports – Weekend of September 6 – 7, 2014

    RCMP Death Investigation – Sundre RCMP Respond to Firearms Incident On September 7, 2014 at approximately 3:45PM, Members of the Sundre RCMP Detachment responded to a complaint of a male who was threatening to harm himself and armed with a firearm. Police responded, with the assistance of the RCMP Emergency Response Team. Upon arrival at…

  • Red Deer RCMP seek public assistance to locate two missing girls – Bruder and Eaton – Update

    Red Deer RCMP would like to inform the public that 13 year old Alexis Bruder and 15 year old Hunter Mikayla Eaton have been located in good health, and thank the public for their assistance.

  • War Amps Key Tags Help Amputees “Then And Now”

    War Amps Key Tags Help Amputees “Then And Now”

    The War Amps began its 2014 key tag mailing to Canadian residents in January with the theme “Then and Now.” This is illustrated through the story of Meaghan, a multiple amputee member of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program. In the letter accompanying the key tags, Meaghan describes how The War Amps has provided…

  • Statement from the father of Amber Lucius

    Statement from the father of Amber Lucius

    I am devastated by the tragic loss of my innocent, sweet and lovely daughter. My heart is broken. The time I had with Amber was cut short but the time I had with her will always be the most special time of my life. Amber’s death comes as a terrible shock to all those who…

  • School is back and so are children crossing the street

    School is back and so are children crossing the street

    Alberta drivers need to take extra care and attention because school has started and children will once again be active in school zones, playgrounds and neighbourhoods. Between 2008 and 2012, approximately 240 children under 15 were killed or injured while riding their bicycle or simply crossing the street on average each year. “The death of…

  • From My Bookshelf ~ Featuring Maya Angelou and Sue Monk Kidd

    From My Bookshelf ~ Featuring Maya Angelou and Sue Monk Kidd

    By Lynn Willoughby I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings ~ Maya Angelou This autobiography was written in 1969 and was the first of a seven volume series on her life. This is a coming of age story which begins with three year old Maya and her elder brother Bailey, as they are shipped off…

  • Alberta Crop Conditions at End of August 2014

    Alberta Crop Conditions at End of August 2014

    The warm, dry weather during the (month) continued to rapidly enhance crop development toward maturity. Outside of spotty showers, the Central and North East Regions reported some precipitation as well as hail storms with moderate to severe damage. Harvest of winter wheat and fall rye is underway in the South, Central and North East Regions.…

  • Autumn Horseback Adventures

    Autumn Horseback Adventures

    Cowboy Logic: “Living life to the fullest means doing just that… and appreciating every moment with your horse! Summer has passed, the kids are back in school and Autumn is in the air… Come and experience on Horseback the spectacular scenery of nature’s glory amongst peaceful meadows, golden quaking aspens, tall timber, turquoise rivers and…

  • Letter to the Editor: Young Amputee Thanks Supporters

    Letter to the Editor: Young Amputee Thanks Supporters

    Dear Editor, I lost both of my legs below the knee due to meningitis and was enrolled at the age of ten in The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program. Recently, I had the opportunity to attend The War Amps 2014 Western Seminar in Winnipeg as a Junior Counsellor. The Seminar brought together child amputees…

  • “Women in Policing” Career Presentation

    “Women in Policing” Career Presentation

    Edmonton, Alberta — Learn how you can put ordinary behind you at a special recruiting presentation for women interested in a career like no other. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) offers meaningful work, vast opportunities and the chance to serve in communities across Canada where you can make a real difference in people’s lives.…

  • Turner Valley Braves Battle to Bronze

    Turner Valley Braves Battle to Bronze

    The Turner Valley Braves mixed slo-pitch team returned home from the Canada 55+ National Games in Sherwood Park with a bronze medal in the 55+ mixed division. This team has won medals in all provincial and national games since its formation in 2009. ”It’s not only about playing ball, it’s about team bonding, friendship, enjoying…

  • High River Gift of Music Presents Extraordinary Young Talent

    High River Gift of Music Presents Extraordinary Young Talent

    Young Musicians Extraordinaire: Isabella Perron, violin and Kevin Chen, piano Mark your calendar and get your tickets now for Saturday, September 20th at 7.30 pm. Prodigies Isabella Perron and Kevin Chen are two of Canada’s most extraordinary and gifted young musicians. Dazzling audiences with their breathtaking musicality and virtuosity, Isabella and Kevin perform an evening…

  • Jim Prentice to Become 16th Premier of Alberta

    Jim Prentice to Become 16th Premier of Alberta

    Jim Prentice was elected leader of the Progressive Conservative party today with about 77% of the votes. Here’s his acceptance speech: Thank you. I want to begin by thanking my family who have been by my side for this entire campaign. When Karen and I were married many years ago I promised her a motorhome…