Author: Gateway Gazette

  • Calgary Fire Department reminds Calgarians about fire safety during hot and dry weather

    July 28, 2014 – A fire safety advisory remains in place for the city of Calgary and the Calgary Fire Department recommends all citizens be cautious when using outdoor open flames and when disposing of smoking materials. As southern Alberta municipalities start implementing fire bans and northern wildfires continue to burn, the Calgary Fire Department…

  • Canadian Armed Forces’ Support Our Troops Program receives support through new Alberta licence plate

    The Support Our Troops licence plate, which gives Albertans a new way to show their respect and appreciation for Canada’s brave service men and women, is available for purchase now (the plates went on sale July 23rd). The new plate will be available for a one-time fee of $75, in addition to regular registration fees,…

  • Turner Valley Pool to Celebrate 50th Birthday

    On May 30, 1964 the doors to Turner Valley’s new Pool, the Dr. Lander Memorial Swimming Pool, opened at 207 Main Street NE, Turner Valley – to the delight of the community. The Pool has continued to be the hub of summer fun in our region for over three generations. On Friday, August 8th, 2014,…

  • Glasgow 2014 – Top 10 Medal Count – July 28th

    Australia: 28 Gold, 21 Silver and 27 Bronze. Total: 76 England: 25 Gold, 20 Silver and 21 Bronze. Total: 66 Scotland: 12 Gold, 8 Silver and 12 Bronze. Total: 32 India: 7 Gold, 11 Silver and 7 Bronze. Total: 25 New Zealand: 7 Gold, 5 Silver and 11 Bronze. Total: 23 Canada: 7 Gold, 3…

  • AHS Weekly Wellness News ~ Think About Your Drink

    AHS Weekly Wellness News ~ Think About Your Drink

    What is a healthy drink? New drinks show up every day in stores. Many people have questions about vitamin or coconut water, sports drinks and energy drinks. These drinks may look like they are healthy choices because of the way they are advertised. However, these drinks are often higher in sugar and some of the…

  • August – Impaired Driving Month

    Alberta currently has the highest rate of Impaired Driving in all of Canada and the RCMP in conjunction with Alberta Transportation is committed to curbing this trend. Our province’s new impaired driving law will help to reduce the number of drinking drivers on our roads – and that means fewer deaths and serious injuries. Drivers…

  • Planet Waves for August 2014

    By Eric Francis August is characterized by new developments in the sky — Jupiter in Leo for the first time since 2003, and Mars in Scorpio for the first time since late in the summer of 2012. Mars holds a long square to Jupiter well into the month, which may feel like people really wanting…

  • High River Road Work, Underground Utility Repairs and Back Lane Gravel Remediation Update

    HIGH RIVER, AB: The following road work, utility repairs and back lane gravel remediation is expected to begin next week, July 28, 2014. As with all construction projects, start dates and timelines are affected by weather and other unforeseen construction circumstances. Rear Lane Remediation The recently-announced rear lane remediation program will begin in the southwest…

  • From My Bookshelf ~ Featuring Garth Stein and Alan Bradley

    From My Bookshelf ~ Featuring Garth Stein and Alan Bradley

    By Lynn Willoughby How Evan Broke His Head ~ Garth Stein “Fathers never forget seeing their kids for the first time, but Evan is greeting his son, Dean, fourteen years late.” This is the sum of the book. Evan believed his teenaged girlfriend, Tracy, had had an abortion. He’s even paid for it! Instead her…

  • Happy Trails and Thank-You

    As we bid a fond farewell to another edition of the Calgary Stampede, we’d be remiss if we didn’t extend a hearty thanks to all who supported our parking lot fundraiser. Over the 10 days of the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, the John Petropoulos Memorial Fund operated a parking lot at the Erlton campus…

  • Ride for Wildlife – Our First Ever Equestrian Event at the ASCCA!

    Saturday, September 6, 2014 – 10:00am Have you ever dreamed of exploring the rolling foothills of the ASCCA atop your trusty steed? Well – we have an opportunity for you to do JUST that! Join us at the ASCCA on September 6, 2014 for the First Equestrian Event to be held on our property and…

  • Trafficking Charges in Medicinal Grow-op Arrest

    Calgary… Two people have been arrested and are facing drug trafficking charges after an Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team investigation into a Calgary medicinal marihuana grow-op. ALERT’s Green Team, along with members of the RCMP and Calgary Police Service, dismantled a 107-plant marihuana grow-op in Calgary’s Silverado neighbourhood on July 21st. Investigators allege that the…

  • On-It is Calling You

    What is On-It? On-It is a regional public transportation system designed to connect towns and cities around Calgary with one another and with Calgary! Starting July 20th, we have been randomly calling* residents of Nanton, Okotoks, Black Diamond and Turner Valley to get their two-cents on public transportation. Find out more here. Where is On-It…

  • Snowbirds Put on Quite a Show in High River on Wednesday

    The High River airport had some aerial acts that were breathtaking on Wednesday evening. Canada’s Snowbirds made a special visit to the Town to show off their skills. Also on hand were the Skyhawks – Canada’s parachute team – and to top off the evening, a CF-18 Hornet. High River Online posted photos by local…

  • GRPP Presents a Morning Exploring Pond Life

    GRPP Presents a Morning Exploring Pond Life

    Pond Exploration – July 27- 10am to noon $10.00 (with Park membership it’s only $8.50) Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park NOTE: PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED Those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Prairie ponds and sloughs teem with tiny life. Bring the whole family and your rubber boots down to the park and we’ll explore the…