Author: Gateway Gazette Contributor

  • From My Bookshelf: The Edge of Lost

    From My Bookshelf: The Edge of Lost

    By Lynn Willoughby The Edge of Lost ~ Kristina McMorris This novel took a long time to get going.  To begin with it is the story of Shan Keegan – a young boy of twelve living with his brutal, drunen uncle in Dublin.  We’ve read too many of these stories.   It got interesting when…

  • High River RCMP Lay Significant Charges Following Standoff

    High River RCMP Lay Significant Charges Following Standoff

    High River, Alberta – Following the standoff that occurred in High River on May 7th, 2019, High River RCMP have formally charged a 22 year old Calgary male who was the driver of the stolen Audi A4 and a 17 year old female passenger from Airdrie. Branden Brett Davidson of Calgary has been charged with: Flight from Police, Possession of stolen property over $5000,…

  • Help the Okotoks Food Bank Stock the Shelves

    Help the Okotoks Food Bank Stock the Shelves

    Between handling an influx of items after a food-drive, keeping a minimum stock and responding to emergency situations, we sometimes fall short on some high-in-demand items. Every Wednesday, we post the top most-needed items on our Facebook page #whatsneededwednesday. Urgently Needed Tea Hot Chocolate Dried Soups Shampoo/Conditioner Women’s Deodorant Shave Cream/Razors Cleaning Supplies Toilet Paper Donations The…

  • Okotoks RCMP Arrest Suspects with Stolen Vehicle

    Okotoks RCMP Arrest Suspects with Stolen Vehicle

    Okotoks, Alta. – The Okotoks RCMP in collaboration with Canmore RCMP have arrested two individuals with numerous offences after being caught in possession of a stolen vehicle. At approximately 1:20 p.m. on May 2, 2019  RCMP attended Foothills County, located a stolen truck from High River and trailer from Strathmore. Two suspects were arrested without incident. (1) Matthew David  Keeler…

  • Auditor General Spring 2019 Report on Call Centres

    Auditor General Spring 2019 Report on Call Centres

    OTTAWA – This week, the Auditor General tabled his Spring 2019 Reports. The report found millions of callers could not reach an agent between the 2017-18 investigation period. The call centres included Employment Insurance; Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security; Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.  Canadians rely on government services, such as these call centres,…

  • Eating Outdoors? Beware of Food Poisoning

    Eating Outdoors? Beware of Food Poisoning

     It can be challenging to ensure the safety of food at this time of year as temperatures soar and we head outdoors to enjoy picnics, barbecues and camping trips. This is because harmful bacteria grow quickly in warm, moist conditions. Here are some outdoor food safety tips to help keep you and your family safe…

  • Israeli Independence Day: Premier Kenney

    Israeli Independence Day: Premier Kenney

    Premier Jason Kenney issued the following statement marking Israel’s 71st birthday: May 8, 2019 – “The Government of Alberta is honoured to join Israelis in celebrating the founding of their nation. “Seventy-one years ago, in the wake of the Holocaust, Jews from all over the world returned to their homeland, which they had dreamed of for over 2,000 years. It…

  • WestJet: London Calling

    WestJet: London Calling

    To celebrate our new non-stop flights to London we surprised some unsuspecting people who were brave enough to answer London’s call. We’re proud to be the only Canadian airline to take you non-stop from Calgary to Dublin, Paris and London (Gatwick). Enjoy year-round service to London and seasonal service to both Dublin and Paris on…

  • “Of Surroundings” Features a Selection of Artists Working within the Current Landscapes and Traditional Territory of Southern Alberta

    “Of Surroundings” Features a Selection of Artists Working within the Current Landscapes and Traditional Territory of Southern Alberta

    Exhibition showcases work by artists Tyler Muzzin, Bryce Singer, Roy Caussy, seth cardinal dodginghorse and Hali Heavy Shield Lethbridge, AB  – The Southern Alberta Art Gallery (SAAG) presents Of Surroundings from May 17 through June 23, 2019. Of Surroundings features a selection of artists working within the current landscapes and traditional territory of Southern Alberta: Treaty 7 Territory of the…

  • A New Community Off-leash Dog Park is Now Open in High River!

    A New Community Off-leash Dog Park is Now Open in High River!

    Thanks to the generosity of the Bishop family, Perfect Paws 4-H and Cargill, High River’s four-legged residents and their owners have a space to run off-leash and free. The 5-acre green space is fully fenced and equipped with benches, bag stations and garbage bins. The new off-leash dog park is located east of 5 Street…

  • Blue Ribbon Panel to Assess Alberta’s Finances

    Blue Ribbon Panel to Assess Alberta’s Finances

    The Alberta government has appointed an independent panel of experts as a key first step in getting the province’s budget back to balance. The Blue Ribbon Panel on Alberta’s Finances has been directed to do a deep dive into Alberta’s finances and economy. The focus will be on identifying areas to eliminate waste, duplication and…

  • Healthy Hints from Pharmasave: A Look at Cataracts

    Healthy Hints from Pharmasave: A Look at Cataracts

    As we grow older, we are more likely to develop cataracts. A cataract is a clouding that appears on the lens of the eye, leading to a loss in vision. Cataracts can vary in size and thus in the effect they have on vision. They can occur at any age, although they most commonly affect vision…

  • Construction Begins on Waterton Lakes National Park Visitor Centre

    Construction Begins on Waterton Lakes National Park Visitor Centre

    Canada’s national parks belong to all Canadians. They represent the very best that Canada has to offer and tell stories of who we are, including the history, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples. Following four years of planning, public engagement, engineering and design work, and environmental assessment, Parks Canada is pleased to announce a contract…

  • Filming to Take Place in High River May 10 – 13

    Filming to Take Place in High River May 10 – 13

    HIGH RIVER, AB: Filming crews will be in High River on Friday, May 10 to Monday, May 13. Filming will take place in various location around town. These locations include: 1 Street S.W. between 3 Avenue S.W. and 6 Avenue S.W. Parking restrictions will be in place on Thursday, May 9 and on Monday, May…

  • Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Hacks for the Home

    Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Hacks for the Home

    By Reena Nerbas Cleaning the Shower Hi Reena, What can I use to clean the floor in my acrylic shower stall? Nothing seems to work. Thank you, Susan Dear Susan, Into a spray bottle combine 2-cups white vinegar and 1-tbsp. Dawn dish soap. Use the steam from a hot shower to your advantage by cleaning…