Author: Gateway Gazette Contributor

  • Alberta Sports Hall of Fame Introduces Class of 2018

    Alberta Sports Hall of Fame Introduces Class of 2018

    Introducing 2018 Inductees Tonight, the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame will host the 2018 Induction Banquet in honour of our newest inductees at the Sheraton Red Deer. Athletes, Builders, a Team, and three award winners in the categories of Pioneer, Achievement, and Bell Memorial Award make up the 2018 list of Inductees. This year 12 Albertan’s…

  • Citizens Honoured for Improving Safety in Alberta

    Citizens Honoured for Improving Safety in Alberta

    Five individuals and one organization have received 2018 Alberta Community Justice Awards in recognition of their work to make their communities safer. The 27th annual Alberta Community Justice Awards honour outstanding Albertans who have found innovative and proactive ways to prevent crime in their cities and neighbourhoods. “Albertans deserve to live in safe and resilient communities.…

  • Where is the Wisdom and Conciliation from Indigenous Leaders?

    Where is the Wisdom and Conciliation from Indigenous Leaders?

    Creating a greater divide between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians is not likely to benefit people in the long run Mark DeWolf Research Associate Frontier Centre for Public Policy In a line at the supermarket checkout, I glanced back at the woman who was placing her purchases on the belt behind my grocery items, and I…

  • New Rules Create Safer, Healthier Workplaces

    New Rules Create Safer, Healthier Workplaces

    Modernized workplace laws are now in force to better protect Alberta workers and ensure they have the same rights as other Canadians. For the first time in more than 40 years, Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) laws have been comprehensively reviewed and updated. “For too long, Albertans had to rely on outdated workplace legislation…

  • Cochrane RCMP – Massive Structure Fire Under Investigation

    Cochrane RCMP – Massive Structure Fire Under Investigation

    Cochrane, AB – At approximately 2:20 a.m. on June 6, the Cochrane RCMP along with the Town of Cochrane Fire department responded to a large structure fire in the Fireside community of Cochrane.  Some townhomes under construction were engulfed in flames, resulting in damage to nearby vehicles and homes across the street.  Cochrane Fire Department was assisted by…

  • Parachute Safe Kids Week: Tips for Safety on the Road

    Parachute Safe Kids Week: Tips for Safety on the Road

    Children are vulnerable road users. Simple activities like cycling on the road, walking home from school or playing on neighbourhood side streets can put kids at risk of motor vehicle collisions or serious falls –– both of which can lead to concussions or other injuries. Parents and caregivers can take simple measures to help keep…

  • High River Construction Notices and Closures

    High River Construction Notices and Closures

    Downtown finishing work continues on Macleod Tr., 3 and 4 Ave. S.W. HIGH RIVER, AB: Pro-Con Road Works Ltd. began performing finishing work in the downtown area on May 28, including Macleod Trail, 3 Avenue and 4 Avenue S.W. The work will include the repairing concrete curb, gutter and sidewalk. There will be minor road…

  • Healthy Hints from Pharmasave: Stroke Facts and Warning Signs

    Healthy Hints from Pharmasave: Stroke Facts and Warning Signs

    A stroke occurs when the flow of blood to a part of the brain is cut off. This can be due to something (usually a blood clot) blocking the flow of blood to the brain (ischemic stroke). It can also be caused by a burst blood vessel bleeding into the brain (hemorrhagic stroke). About 80%…

  • Bikes for All – Ready to Roll Again

    Bikes for All – Ready to Roll Again

    They’re back!!!!! The Bikes for All program is ready to roll again for another season starting on Sat. May 19 at the Sheep River Library. They’re all tuned up, washed and ready for you to ride. Thank you Gary Jessop and Paulina Larrey-King for your maintenance skills. Remember a one-time waiver and a library card…

  • Canadian Armed Forces Day

    Canadian Armed Forces Day

    Our Armed Forces: Statement from Premier Notley On Canadian Armed Forces Day, Premier Rachel Notley issued the following statement acknowledging the brave men and women who defend our country and serve the cause of peace: “Every year on the first Sunday in June, Albertans join Canadians across the country in expressing our gratitude and showing…

  • Superintendent Compensation Review – CASS

    Superintendent Compensation Review – CASS

    Below is a statement by CASS President Christopher MacPhee. CASS has been committed from the outset of this review process to working with the government to create a compensation structure that is fair, equitable and transparent, and would respect the vital role our superintendents play as education system leaders. While not all of CASS’ recommendations…

  • Temporary Road Closures on 3 Street SE and Monteith Drive

    Temporary Road Closures on 3 Street SE and Monteith Drive

    HIGH RIVER, AB: Blue-Con Excavating Ltd. will be completing utility tie-ins for the new Montrose Crossing condo development this month. The work will require a temporary road closure of 3 Street S.E. south of Monteith Drive from June 11-13 and June 18-20. There will also be a temporary road closure on Monteith Drive west of 3 Street S.E. from  June…

  • Improving Safety on Alberta Highways

    Improving Safety on Alberta Highways

    Alberta’s transport officers are inspecting hundreds of commercial vehicles as part of an international enforcement blitz from June 5 to June 7. During the Roadcheck 2018 event, unsafe commercial vehicles and drivers will be taken off Alberta’s highways. Roadcheck is an annual operation carried out by members of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance, including Canada,…

  • Parachute Safe Kids Week: Tips for Safety at Play

    Parachute Safe Kids Week: Tips for Safety at Play

    Sports, recreation and unstructured play are important for healthy, active living and can contribute to child development. Because concussions and other serious injuries can occur during play, learn what you can do to help keep kids safe while having fun. Take part in Parachute Safe Kids Week, happening June 4 to10, 2018 in communities across…

  • Filming in High River June 5-8 and 11

    Filming in High River June 5-8 and 11

    HIGH RIVER, AB: Television film crews will be returning to High River this week to continue production of two popular dramas.  Crew trucks will park in the empty gravel lot behind the Museum of the Highwood as well as in lots located at 128/130 4 Avenue S.W. and 135 Macleod Trail S.W.  On Tuesday, June…