Author: Gateway Gazette

  • Arthur: Confidence grows that hurricane will hit Atlantic Canada Saturday

    By Chris Scott, Chief Meteorologist with the Weather Network As of late Wednesday, computer models are in strong agreement on a likely hit by Arthur on Atlantic Canada. It appears the chances for a complete miss are dwindling rapidly. Arthur gained hurricane status early Thursday as it slowly makes its move along the Carolina coast.…

  • Update #3: Missing Persons Investigation: O'Brien/Liknes Family

    Calgary Police Service – Following a plea by the families of Nathan O’Brien and Kathryn and Alvin Liknes, the Calgary Police Service received numerous tips that are currently under investigation. Messages of support for the family have come in from across the country and a blog has been established as a dedicated place for those…

  • Back lane at 720 Macleod Trail S.W. closed on Friday, July 4

    High River: The back lane behind the home at 720 Macleod Trail S.W. will be closed for several hours on Friday, July 4 for the installation of an underground power line. Please slow down and watch for workers in the area. For more information please call 403-652-4657.

  • RCMP Deputy Commissioner Janice Armstrong – Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of Women in the RCMP

    Leading the Way From historical “firsts” to recent triumphs, women continue to break down barriers, while igniting inspiration and opportunity among future female leaders across the country. Since 1974, women have made significant progress in the RCMP. In 1981, the first woman was promoted to Corporal and the first women served on the Musical Ride;…

  • Bouchard Through To First Grand Slam Final

    Eugenie Bouchard defeated No.3 seed Simona Halep on Thursday to reach her first Grand Slam final. London England, July 3, 2014 – WTA Rising Star Eugenie Bouchard defeated No.3 seed Simona Halep on Thursday to reach her first Grand Slam final. After taking a tight first set, Bouchard then raced into a 5-1 lead in…

  • Albertans Firmly In Favour of Increased Energy Processing

    Albertans Firmly In Favour of Increased Energy Processing

    Alberta’s Industrial Heartland – Over 90% of Albertans support efforts to increase value added processing of our oil and natural gas resources in Alberta. A telephone survey of 601 Albertans was conducted between June 6 and 22 by Return On Insight (ROI) for Alberta’s Industrial Heartland Association (AIHA) exploring awareness and attitudes towards oil and…

  • Longview Library Puts the FUN in Summer

    The Longview Library is gearing up for some exciting summer programs. For the young people, there will be some fun workshops called Hanging Out At The Library. The girls Beading Club will be on Wednesday afternoons during July and August, beginning July 9th, from 1:30 to 3:30pm. Come and hangout with girls your age and…

  • Ric McIver Outlines Proposed Changes to PCAA Policy

    Ric McIver Outlines Proposed Changes to PCAA Policy

    Calgary, July 2, 2014 – A Ric McIver government will introduce much-needed changes to the PC Alberta structure to re-connect the party’s grassroots and elected members with the Premier’s Office if elected leader of the PC Party and Premier of Alberta. “My bosses in the PC party have told me loud and clear that they…

  • How the Town of Okotoks Became a Leader in Conserving Water

    By Matt Beauchamp, Content Contributor for CRP When it was first developed in 2002, the Okotoks Water Management Plan established – what was then considered – bold water conservation targets. At the time many communities in southern Alberta were not concerned with water quantities in the region. From 2002 to 2006 the Plan managed to…

  • RCMP High River – Suspicious fire

    On July 2nd 2014 at approximately 12:40 am High River RCMP members were called to the Coop housing Seniors Complex to investigate a suspicious fire. Unknown person(s) set fire to the bulletin board located in the front entrance way as well as news papers stored in a bin outside the front door. The fire was…

  • FSD News: Waste in Our World Project and Citizenship in Action

    Heritage Heights School has received approval for a Grade 4 “Waste in Our World” project, led by teachers Karen Demaere and Jill MacKenzie. Students will visit Ralph Klein Park in Calgary for a week-long experience observing the delicate balance between humans and the environment, with a focus on becoming more environmentally aware and sharing their…

  • NY Daily News: Storm brings heavy flooding to Brooklyn as Brooklyn Bridge wall collapses

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  • Harper Government Stands Behind Western Canadian Business with WINN

    Western Innovation (WINN) Initiative Helps Get Innovative Ideas from the Test Bench to Market Calgary, Alberta – Over its 5-year span WINN will provide up to $100 million in repayable assistance to western small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Under WINN, SMEs can apply for funding for a variety of tasks that are essential in taking…

  • What is Feel and Rhythm When Pertaining to Horses

    This article is courtesy of the Horse Industry Association of Alberta By Pat Ross Feel and rhythm is usually something people have or they don’t have when it comes to many things but especially with horses. With careful instruction, it can be taught. Basically, feel is connecting with the horse and knowing what they are…

  • Alberta Small Business Confidence Remains High

    Alberta Small Business Confidence Remains High

    Hiring intentions strong; shortage of labour remains biggest challenge CALGARY – According to the latest Business Barometer survey results released by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB), confidence among Alberta’s entrepreneurs remained high at 72.6, virtually unchanged from May when it reached the highest point in the past two years. Nationally, however, the Business…