Tag: Good News

  • 2016 Calgary Police Canine Unit Calendar

    2016 Calgary Police Canine Unit Calendar

    Yesterday, the Calgary Police Service Canine Unit unveiled the 2016 edition of the wildly popular CPS Canine Unit calendar. Due to overwhelming demand, the public will be able to get its paws on the 2016 charity calendar at even more locations. Starting today, Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2015, the calendars are available for purchase at all 35…

  • Pain-Free Brain Surgery Without a Scalpel

    Pain-Free Brain Surgery Without a Scalpel

    University Hospital Foundation funds $17.5M Gamma Knife and Clinical 3T MRI Centre EDMONTON — Alberta’s first Gamma Knife and Clinical 3T MRI Centre — with the capability to pinpoint hard-to-reach brain tumours and perform life-saving surgery without a scalpel — is coming here thanks to the University Hospital Foundation’s next major investment in the advancement…

  • Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Careless Painters and Laundry Challenges

      By Reena Nerbas Paint on Carpet Dear Reena, I hired professional painters for a not too large room in my home.  They arrived with a stack of drop cloths but I think they were not careful in actually using them. As a result I have paint splatters in five different spots and one stain that…

  • Longview Library: Returning Programs and New Books

    Longview Library: Returning Programs and New Books

      Joan, our librarian, and the Library Board would like to welcome you all back to the coming winter season. Joan has many programs lined up for both the young and old. Our hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am to 5pm, and on Wednesdays from 12 to 7pm. Our phone number is 403-558-3927. Should…

  • Foothills Regional Landfill – Temporary Extended Hours

    Foothills Regional Landfill – Temporary Extended Hours

      Tired of waiting in line at the Landfill?  Extended Hours! Sept. 8 – Oct. 15, 2015 only Monday – Thursday, 8:30 am – 6:30 pm *Extended hours are for smaller residential loads, leaf and yard waste and recycling. NOTICE:  In order to maximize the life of the Foothills Regional Landfill, encourage recycling and reduce…

  • Town of Okotoks Launches Click ‘n Fix

    Town of Okotoks Launches Click ‘n Fix

    The Town of Okotoks has officially launched a web and mobile citizen reporting platform to keep our beautiful Town spruced up. Click ‘n Fix is a useful communication tool to offer residents a way to notify Town staff of issues in the community through an online and mobile interface. The place-based reporting platform allows residents…

  • AGA Presents the Art of Calgarian Chris Cran

    AGA Presents the Art of Calgarian Chris Cran

      The Art Gallery of Alberta celebrates acclaimed Alberta artist Chris Cran’s three decade-long career with a major survey exhibition September 12, 2015 to January 3, 2016 Edmonton, AB – The Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA) presents CHRIS CRAN, Sincerely Yours, from September 12, 2015 through January 3, 2016. Organized by the Art Gallery of…

  • AHS Weekly Wellness News: Back to School Health Checklist

    AHS Weekly Wellness News: Back to School Health Checklist

      Getting your child ready for school means more than snagging that shiny new school backpack and fresh set of pencils. In fact, the most important equipment for your child’s return to school is his or her own good health. Start your child’s year on the healthy track with this handy back-to-school health checklist. Immunization:…

  • Youngster Turns to Crowdfunding to Raise Money for Spinal Cord Research

    Youngster Turns to Crowdfunding to Raise Money for Spinal Cord Research

    Eight-year-old Cadence Kube spreads awareness about spinal cord injuries after learning about experiences of a close family friend. By Caleng Chang Eight-year-old Cadence Kube and her mom Sarah Clements (left) watch as a study participant with a spinal cord injury walks through the corridors of Corbett Hall using a ReWalk robotic exoskeleton. (Edmonton) What do…

  • Wide Range of Local Projects Help to Preserve Alberta’s Past

    Wide Range of Local Projects Help to Preserve Alberta’s Past

      From restoration of a landmark fire hall to an exploration of First Nations impact on the development of Alberta’s film industry, a wide array of heritage projects are getting a boost from the Alberta Historical Resources Foundation. More than 60 projects in communities across the province will receive almost $1.5 million in total funding…

  • Pic-a-Pix ~ Fleur de lis – August 29th, 2015 Puzzle

    Pic-a-Pix ~ Fleur de lis  – August 29th, 2015 Puzzle

    Here’s another Pic-a-Pix puzzle for you to enjoy courtesy of Diane Baher of Okotoks.

  • Nobleford to Become Next Fibre Optic Community in Alberta

    Nobleford to Become Next Fibre Optic Community in Alberta

      After securing 30% of community sign up, construction of a new fibre optic network begins in Nobleford, Alberta. Nobleford, AB – By advocating to get 30% of homes and local businesses to register their interest at Axia.com, Nobleford has secured their community as the next rural community to receive fibre optic infrastructure from Axia.…

  • Alberta Sheriffs Welcome New Chief

    Alberta Sheriffs Welcome New Chief

      We have a new Chief Sheriff in town. An Assumption of Command ceremony was held August 25th to honour Lee Newton as he took over as Chief Sheriff this year. The Justice and Solicitor General Pipes and Drums, Sheriffs Honour Guard, colleagues, family, friends and members from law enforcement agencies throughout Alberta were in…

  • More articles from other sections

    More articles from other sections

    Don’t forget, the Gateway Gazette is part of a larger, publication network called Panoptic News. Be sure to check out other articles posted in the other sections too! While some of these sections may seem more logical at specific times of year, they are available year round for those who have a desire to access…

  • Town of Okotoks Purchases Land for Community Campus

    Town of Okotoks Purchases Land for Community Campus

      The Town of Okotoks is pleased to announce that we have conditionally secured a 40 acre parcel of land to accommodate future public facilities that may include education, recreation and/or cultural uses to serve the growth needs of this community for many years to come. The land is located immediately adjacent to the north…