Author: Gateway Gazette

  • RCMP High River – **Update** Body Identified

    On August 5, 2104 the Medical Examiners office identified the body located in Lineham Creek, yesterday morning. The body was positively identified as Arlene Diana Mann, she was 53 years old at the time of her death. Police are still asking anyone with information about this incident to come forward. The attached is a recent…

  • High River RCMP Investigating Two Residential Break and Enters

    High River, Alberta – The High River RCMP are investigating the Break and Enter to two separate residences located on 88th Street just south of the Town of High River. These offences occurred sometime between the morning of August 3rd, 2014 and the early morning hours of August 4th. Unknown person(s) gained entry into the…

  • Thank You! Medals, Memories And A Magical 11 Days

    Glasgow 2014 has said a massive thank you to the city and its people for being the best hosts the Commonwealth could have hoped for. Over the last 11 days the city has rolled out the carpet to thousands of athletes, officials and visitors and hosted a fun filled festival of sport and culture on…

  • Statements from Wounded RCMP Officers – Moncton, NB

    Message from Cst. Darlene Goguen: A heartfelt thank you The following is a statement from Cst. Darlene Goguen, who was injured along with Cst. Eric Dubois, in the incident that killed Cst. Dave Ross, Cst. Douglas Larche and Cst. Fabrice Gevaudan of the RCMP on June 4, 2014 in Moncton, N.B. I would like to…

  • Lest We Forget: 100th Anniversary of the Start of World War I

    Today marks the 100th anniversary of the start of World War One. For The Royal Canadian Legion, and our more than 300,000 members, we do not normally commemorate the start of conflicts. It is only fitting however, that the Legion acknowledges this important date because it was from this conflict that more than 20,000 Canadian…

  • AMA: Quick Tips For Safe Barbecuing

    AMA: Quick Tips For Safe Barbecuing

    We all know summer is shorter than we’d like in Alberta. As we all try to fill our busy schedules with some jam-packed summer fun, barbecuing has to be the one our most popular pastimes here. Whether you’re flipping burgers, grilling steak or skewering some veggies, before you fire up that grill, here are a…

  • Turner Valley Planning By-Election

    With the resignation, from council, of Barry Williamson earlier this year there is a vacant seat at the Council table. A by-election is scheduled for September 30, 2014 with Nomination Day set as September 2, 2014. Nomination papers will be available to be picked up at the Town Office anytime now. Please check the Town…

  • RCMP Canmore Investigates Sudden Death, Theft and Counterfeit Currency Over Long Weekend

    RCMP Canmore Investigates Sudden Death, Theft and Counterfeit Currency Over Long Weekend

    On August 2nd, 2014, at approximately 10:30 a.m., Canmore RCMP received a call regarding an overdue hiker on Ha Ling Peak near Canmore. It was reported that a group of hikers ascended Ha Ling from the Goat Creek Trailhead approximately 5:00 a.m. that morning. One hiker became separated from the group and the rest had…

  • RCMP High River – Body Recovered from Lineham Creek

    On August 4, 2014 at approximately 10:15 am, High River RCMP responded to a call of a possible body in the Lineham Creek near the foot bridge. Police attended and located a deceased person in the river. At this time the identity of the person is not known, and the body has been transported to…

  • Trumpeter Swans Soar Off Alberta’s At-Risk Species List

    Collaborative efforts have resulted in trumpeter swans being removed from Alberta’s threatened species list. “I’m pleased the trumpeter swan can now be removed from the threatened species list. This success is a testament to the hard work, careful planning and commitment of Albertans to preserve our province’s biodiversity.” Robin Campbell, Minister of Environment and Sustainable…

  • 911 Call Centres Get Boost In Funding From Cellphone Levy

    Funding from a 44 cent monthly levy ensures Albertans will continue to get the help they need in emergencies. 911 emergency call centres across the province will soon start receiving funds collected through a cellphone levy implemented earlier this year. The initial payments, totaling more than $2 million, will be put towards managing increased call…

  • Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Tips for Removing Marker Stains

    By Reena Nerbas Marker Stain on White Sweater Dear Reena, I marked my white cardigan with a blue permanent marker. You said once before to use bug repellent to remove marker but I had already used a stain remover and then rinsed in cold water. Is it too late to try bug repellent? Should I…

  • RCMP – Jasper – 19 Year Missing Person Case Solved

    RCMP – Jasper – 19 Year Missing Person Case Solved

    On the 31st of July 2014, Jasper RCMP were contacted by a Mountain Guide that was leading a group of Hikers on Athabasca Glacier, and came across a body. Jasper Parks Visitor Safety and Jasper RCMP personnel, with the assistance of the RCMP helicopter attended the scene. The body was determined to have been at…

  • XX Glasgow Commonwealth Games – Final Medal Count

    Here are the Final Medal Standings for all the Countries competing in this year’s “Friendly Games” in Scotland: 1 England:  58 Gold – 59 Silver – 57 Bronze. Total: 174 2 Australia: 49 Gold – 42 Silver – 46 Bronze. Total: 137 3 Canada: 32 Gold – 16 Silver – 34 Bronze. Total: 82  4…

  • Greener Ideal: This Eco-Friendly Supermarket Is Using Food Waste to Power Its Store

    By Ian Andrew When you think about how often food in your fridge goes bad and needs to be thrown out, it’s easy to see how the issue of food waste would be amplified for places such as restaurants and supermarkets. It’s pretty common to see heavily discounted fresh food at the grocery store, because…