Tag: Good News

  • Sudoku Puzzle ~ November 1st, 2014

    Sudoku Puzzle ~ November 1st, 2014

    [break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] Our Sudoku puzzles now include their solutions – click the link at the bottom of the page Click the image below to open a printable pdf version Click here to see the solution to today’s Sudoku puzzle.

  • Turner Valley Golf Club presents A Taste of Diamond Valley ~ Tonight

    Turner Valley Golf Club presents A Taste of Diamond Valley ~ Tonight

    [break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] Tonight is the evening for local liquor tasting, food sampling and business showcasing with all proceeds going to the Oilfields Food Bank. Andrew Peller Wines, Big Rock Brewery, Black Diamond Bakery, Chin Up Cafe, Constellation Brands, Eau Claire Distillery, Gold Medal Marketing, Gotcha Products, Kloiber’s Meats, Kountry Kleen, My Wash Barn, PMA Canada, Spirit…

  • Canadian Company Develops 60-Second Ebola Testing Kit

    Canadian Company Develops 60-Second Ebola Testing Kit

    RICHMOND, BC /CNW/ – bioLytical Laboratories, a world leader in rapid infectious disease diagnostic tests, has successfully developed a pre-clinical prototype diagnostic test for the rapid detection of antibodies to the Ebola Zaire strain responsible for the current outbreak in West Africa. The prototype is based upon the Company’s proven, accurate, and highly accepted INSTI rapid test…

  • Alberta Health Services: Taking a Run at Teen Depression

    Alberta Health Services: Taking a Run at Teen Depression

    Aerobics may prove key to boosting brain health Story and photos by Kerri Robins When teens are depressed, the seriousness of the situation can reach beyond normal adolescent mood swings or sadness. “About 15 per cent of teenagers will suffer a major depressive episode,” says Dr. Frank MacMaster, holder of the Cuthbertson & Fischer Chair…

  • Six Storey Wood Buildings; an Innovative Way to Increase Housing Affordability

    Six Storey Wood Buildings; an Innovative Way to Increase Housing Affordability

    The City of Calgary announced today it will now be accepting building permit applications for six-storey wood-frame buildings for already approved land use zones. The building code currently limits wood-frame construction to a maximum of four storeys. “We are looking at innovative ways to make housing more affordable for Calgarians,” says Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi.…

  • Oilfields High School News: Fall Happenings

    Oilfields High School News: Fall Happenings

    Driller Nation On the evening of October 22nd, Oilfields School hosted a superb event called “Driller Nation” that highlighted why we have such a great school community. What a great turn-out; the stands were packed with fans. Huge kudos goes to our very own Mr. Bretzlaff who was the driving force behind the evening, to…

  • Millarville School News: Principal’s Fall Message

    Millarville School News: Principal’s Fall Message

    Millarville Community School believes in open and transparent communication regarding your child’s learning and our learning as a staff. With this in mind, I would like to invite all MCS families to attend our next School Council Meeting on November 4th at 7:00pm. At this time, Karla Davis and I will share with our families…

  • Planet Waves for November 2014

    Planet Waves for November 2014

    By Eric Francis If you’re reading this, you just came through a rather unusual month, including Mercury retrograde, two eclipses and a wild ride of Mars in Sagittarius. The sky in November is less hectic, more focused and has a more serious tone. Serious is good — the aspects look productive, if you’re willing to…

  • Turner Valley Legion Launched Poppy Campaign Yesterday With Local Dignitaries

    Turner Valley Legion Launched Poppy Campaign Yesterday With Local Dignitaries

    [break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] Linda Macauley, 1st Vice-President of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #78 in Turner Valley and Chair of the Poppy Campaign Committee, had the honour of pinning the first Poppy of this year’s Poppy Campaign on local dignitaries yesterday. The ceremony was held at the Cenotaph in front of the Legion in Turner Valley and…

  • The City of Calgary and Shaw Communications Inc. announce nine new Wi-Fi locations

    The City of Calgary and Shaw Communications Inc. announce nine new Wi-Fi locations

    Following a successful roll-out of The City’s public Wi-Fi program, The City of Calgary and Shaw Communications have announced nine new locations where the public can access the high-speed Shaw Go WiFi network at no cost. The new locations include: Shaw Millennium Park Shaganappi Point LRT Station Maple Ridge Golf Course Shaganappi Golf Course Father…

  • Black Gold Art Exhibit – Contemporary Art Features on the Alberta Oil Industry

    Black Gold Art Exhibit – Contemporary Art Features on the Alberta Oil Industry

    The exhibition Black Gold presents the art works of contemporary artists who shine a spotlight on the oil industry in Alberta. Presenting personal perceptions concerning this development, through their work these artists invite reflection on the diverse and complex environmental and social issues associated with this industry. (AGA) This exhibit is currently on display (until…

  • Turner Valley School: Ask the Prinicpal….Mathletics

    Turner Valley School: Ask the Prinicpal….Mathletics

    What is Mathletics and how can I use it effectively at home? Mathletics is a web-based learning program that integrates home and school learning via the internet. It is one of the world’s most used educational websites. As an online learning resource it is in line with the next generation in learning. Here at Turner…

  • Spook House Open Today at Legion in Turner Valley

    Spook House Open Today at Legion in Turner Valley

    Looking for something for the kids to do this afternoon while they are waiting for the Trick or Treat time to arrive? The Spook House at the Legion in Turner Valley will be open – really spooky experience! This year it is bigger than ever and the ‘scare’ levels can be adjusted based on age!…

  • East Longview Hall Christmas Market

    East Longview Hall Christmas Market

    Saturday, November 1st, 10am to 4pm. Located on the Coal Trail (Longview Trail) just 5 minutes East of Longview. It’s the building with the gorgeous murals! This is a great way to start (or complete) your Christmas shopping! Vendors include: artists, artisans, fresh produce and meats, metal & sign work, quilts, table cloths & runners,…

  • Halloween Safety Tips From Pumpkin Patrol

    Halloween Safety Tips From Pumpkin Patrol

    It’s easy to get caught up in the fun of Halloween but once the sugar rush sets in, kids can forget some of the safety rules they’ve learned. If we think about a few precautions now, however, this popular October event can be a safe and happy experience for the whole family. Even local companies…