Author: Gateway Gazette Contributor

  • Okotoks RCMP – Officer Involved Shooting Update

    Okotoks RCMP – Officer Involved Shooting Update

    Okotoks, Alberta – Charges have been sworn against the 25-year-old Cody Petrie who was involved in last week’s incident which resulted in an officer discharging their firearm. Cody Petrie (25) of Calgary has been charged with; Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, Fail to comply with probation, Fail to comply with recognizance (2 counts), Possession of…

  • Fort McMurray Continuing Care Centre Breaks Ground

    Fort McMurray Continuing Care Centre Breaks Ground

    Construction is underway on the Willow Square Continuing Care Centre, a much-needed facility for Fort McMurray and area residents. The project, which is on schedule and broke ground today, will create 108 spaces with room to expand as the community grows. Expected to open in the spring of 2020, the new facility will offer various…

  • Blackfoot Blessing Ceremony in Waterton Lakes National Park

    Blackfoot Blessing Ceremony in Waterton Lakes National Park

    Blackfoot First Nations give traditional blessing at Waterton Lakes National Park and honour two Parks Canada’s team members with traditional names Across the country, Parks Canada and Indigenous peoples are partners in conserving, restoring, and presenting Canada’s natural and cultural heritage. Friday, Parks Canada was honoured to host a traditional Blackfoot blessing ceremony by Kainai…

  • Calgary Officer Acted Lawfully in 2016 Shooting

    Calgary Officer Acted Lawfully in 2016 Shooting

    On Oct. 11, 2016, ASIRT was directed to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of a 76-year-old man following an interaction with members of the Calgary Police Service (CPS) that day. At 11 a.m. that day, CPS received a 911 call originating from a Calgary home, initially consisting solely of screaming. However, several minutes later,…

  • Equine Pre-Purchase Exams

    Equine Pre-Purchase Exams

    The pre-purchase exam: A wise investment Buying a horse can be a difficult decision. Horses seldom come with money back guarantees, so it’s important to investigate before you buy. Although many horse professionals can give you an opinion on performance or breeding ability, a veterinarian will give you the best information on overall health and…

  • Black Diamond Sustainability Fair Welcomes Participants

    Black Diamond Sustainability Fair Welcomes Participants

    You are invited to participate in the third annual Black Diamond Sustainability Fair on May 12th. We welcome participation as a seminar, presenter, an exhibitor or both. Showcase your sustainable business or product. Present your ideas and share your expertise. The target audience will include interested public and municipal delegates of the Southern Alberta region…

  • Deadline at the End of April to Nominate Agriculture’s Industry Leaders

    Deadline at the End of April to Nominate Agriculture’s Industry Leaders

    Nominations are open for the Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame, the province’s highest agricultural honour. Up to three outstanding individuals will be inducted into the Hall of Fame this year in recognition of their significant contributions to agriculture and the sustainability of rural life in Alberta. Since 1951, the Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame has…

  • United Conservatives Thank Outgoing MLAs

    United Conservatives Thank Outgoing MLAs

    EDMONTON, AB: United Conservative Leader Jason Kenney has issued the following statement following announcements from UCP MLAs Wayne Drysdale, Pat Stier, David Schneider and Scott Cyr that they will not seek re-election in 2019: I want to thank Wayne, Pat, David, and Scott for their significant contributions to the people of Alberta, as well as their…

  • Toronto Incident: Statement from Premier Notley

    Toronto Incident: Statement from Premier Notley

    Premier Rachel Notley provided the following statement on the pedestrian deaths in Toronto, Ontario: “All across our province, Albertans are sharing in the sorrow of those affected by the shocking incident today in Toronto, and sending our condolences. “We are also keeping the police, first responders and heroic citizens in our hearts and thank them…

  • Grants Available for Alberta Culture Days Events

    Grants Available for Alberta Culture Days Events

    Applications are now open for communities and organizations interested in hosting events for Alberta Culture Days this fall. “Alberta Culture Days is an opportunity for communities across the province to demonstrate and share their passion for art, music, history and culture with Albertans and visitors. I encourage every community and community organization to join in…

  • Help Drive the Future of Student Transportation

    Help Drive the Future of Student Transportation

    Albertans have two months to provide feedback on what changes should be made to the current student transportation eligibility criteria. An online survey is now available to help determine potential changes to the distance criteria, the mandated service levels and what safety considerations should be included in the criteria. “We are looking forward to hearing…

  • New Protection for Alberta Power Consumers

    New Protection for Alberta Power Consumers

    Proposed legislation would help stabilize electricity prices, while better protecting Albertans from incorrect power bills. If passed, An Act to Secure Alberta’s Electricity Future would better protect consumers by empowering the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) to penalize electricity and natural gas service providers for breaches of customer service, such as sending out late bills or overcharging consumers.…

  • Planet Waves Horoscopes: April 23 – 30, 2018

    Planet Waves Horoscopes: April 23 – 30, 2018

    By Amy Elliot Aries Having a new planet in your sign, especially a slow mover like Chiron, can have a similar feeling to starting a job, or breaking in a pair of shoes. It requires you to stretch and wiggle and flex and possibly make the occasional misstep while you adjust to the differences. Chiron…

  • Bridge Lane Closures in Lethbridge begin Tuesday

    Bridge Lane Closures in Lethbridge begin Tuesday

    The bridge on Highway 3 over the Oldman River in Lethbridge will be reduced to one lane in each direction for rehabilitation work, starting Tuesday, April 24. Motorists can expect delays. Drivers will be restricted to the westbound lanes, one in each direction, until July. The speed limit will be reduced to 50 kilometres per…

  • High River RCMP Arrest Suspect in Car Theft; Okotoks RCMP Officer Involved Shooting

    High River RCMP Arrest Suspect in Car Theft; Okotoks RCMP Officer Involved Shooting

    High River RCMP Arrest Female in Stolen Vehicle At approximately 2:00 pm on April 19, 2018, High River RCMP responded to a suspicious person complaint at a rural property near Blackie. The female had attended a residence driving a Ford F-150 which was determined to have a stolen license plate on it.  Patrols were conducted in…