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  • An Open Letter to Canada’s Media –– Why Gun Bans Can’t Stop Gun Violence

    An Open Letter to Canada’s Media –– Why Gun Bans Can’t Stop Gun Violence

    By Canadian Shooting Sports Association It’s already illegal to possess a firearm without a federal firearms licence. It’s already illegal to buy ammunition without a federal firearms licence. It’s already a crime to carry a handgun around. It’s already a crime to point a firearm at another human being. It’s already against the law to…

  • Turner Valley RCMP Investigate Triple Fatality

    Turner Valley RCMP Investigate Triple Fatality

    Priddis, Alberta – This morning at 3:10 a.m., Turner Valley RCMP responded to a report of a serious motor vehicle collision on Highway 22 west of Priddis Valley Road. As a result of the collision three adults are deceased, and one adult has been transported to a hospital via STARS Air Ambulance. Two vehicles were travelling…

  • High River Welcomes New Fire Chief, Lance Bushie

    High River Welcomes New Fire Chief, Lance Bushie

    The Town is pleased to announce that Lance Bushie has been hired to fill the role of Fire Chief for the Town of High River. Bushie began his career as a volunteer firefighter in 1989 with the Town of Peace River. He spent the next 18 years developing his career and was named Regional Fire…

  • Highway 22 Closed Near Priddis Valley Road for Fatal Collision

    Highway 22 Closed Near Priddis Valley Road for Fatal Collision

    Highway 22 Closure west of Jct Hwy 22X Details vehicle collision road closed use alternate route traffic congestion be prepared to stop starting 2018-08-07 Delay expect delays of up to 6 hours Activity Information Highway 22 near Priddis, is closed due to MVC. Avoid the area and use an alternate route. Last UpdateTue Aug 07…

  • Longview Library Offers Children Varied and Fun Programs this Summer

    Longview Library Offers Children Varied and Fun Programs this Summer

    The children’s programs this summer have been most successful. The most popular one was Slime Sessions. Neon coloured Elmyer’s glue was mixed with borax to make a playdough. Unfortunately, the Parachute in the Park, had to be cancelled due to bad weather. A workshop on henna tattoos and body art are in the offing. Watch the board for dates and…

  • Putting Fans First with Ban on Bots

    Putting Fans First with Ban on Bots

    Starting today, Albertans will no longer be pushed to the back of the line by bots when buying event tickets. The Alberta government’s ban on bots will protect consumers by improving access to tickets from legitimate sellers, minimizing the need to turn to inflated resale prices. A bot is computer software that is programmed to…

  • Patience Required in Calgary’s Housing Market Recovery

    Patience Required in Calgary’s Housing Market Recovery

    City of Calgary – Recent struggles in the job market, accompanied by yet another interest rate increase, is piling on to the decisions potential purchasers have to make in the housing market. The month of July saw 1,547 units sold in Calgary, nearly five per cent below last year. New listings eased to 2,964 units, causing inventories…

  • UPDATE 3: Cochrane Detachment – Shooting incident – Highway 1A near Morley, Alberta

    UPDATE 3: Cochrane Detachment – Shooting incident – Highway 1A near Morley, Alberta

    UPDATE 3 – Investigation continues Cochrane, Alberta – The investigation continues into the shooting incident which occurred on August 2.  The RCMP released the male who was arrested on August 3, and no charges have been laid. The German victim who was shot remains in hospital, still in critical, but stable condition.  His family is very appreciative of…

  • Planet Wave Horoscopes: August 6 – 13, 2018

    Planet Wave Horoscopes: August 6 – 13, 2018

    by Amy Elliott Aries We usually think of maturity in terms of taking on the many dull yet necessary duties of adulthood, such as managing one’s accounts or keeping up with the housework. Yet there are other qualities also, one being the ability not to take life too seriously. However paradoxical that sounds, it relates…

  • German Tourist: Minister Miranda Statement

    German Tourist: Minister Miranda Statement

    Culture and Tourism Minister Ricardo Miranda issues following statement: “Like everyone, I am saddened by this senseless crime. On behalf of the Government of Alberta I would like to extend our support and thoughts to the victim and his family. Albertans have shown their world-renowned generosity and compassion to the family, and I would like…

  • Heritage Day: Statement from Premier Notley

    Heritage Day: Statement from Premier Notley

    Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement on Heritage Day weekend: “Albertans love Heritage Day. Since 1974, we have celebrated our many diverse and vibrant cultures on the first Monday of August and throughout the holiday weekend. “It’s a chance to explore the sights and sounds, not to mention tasty dishes, of the many cultures…

  • Oilfields Food Bank: Loving Donation Received

    Oilfields Food Bank: Loving Donation Received

    Lending a Helping Hand: Loving Donation Received We experienced a wonderful donation last week when a young boy (about 10 years old) came in with a bag of birthday presents from his friends. He had requested they bring no gifts to his party, just a Tooney each for the Food Bank. It was a donation from his heart that made…

  • AHS Weekly Wellness: Healthy Summer Eating

    AHS Weekly Wellness: Healthy Summer Eating

    It is summertime and everyone wants to make the most of it! The sunny, warm season means eating and cooking outdoors. Here are some tips for healthy summer eating. Keep vegetables and fruit as the main focus on your plate: Fill half your plate with vegetables, fruit or a green salad. Use plain yogurt, lemon…

  • Once Thriving Church of Scientology Faces Extinction, says Cult Tracker

    Once Thriving Church of Scientology Faces Extinction, says Cult Tracker

    Unable to change with the times, the controversial belief system is doomed to fail. By GEOFF McMASTER Stephen Kent knew he’d become a threat when the Church of Scientology sent no fewer than 16 letters to University of Alberta administrators demanding he stop disparaging the church. “They wrote letter after letter to different levels of…

  • The Merits of Going Slow

    The Merits of Going Slow

    By Marika d’Ailly I love the rain when it comes down in sheets, especially in our climate with its long sunny dry spells. As a child in Holland I would listen to the rain when I was lying in bed – this felt comforting, peaceful, just me snug under the bed-covers with my Mam’s nursery…