Tag: Good News

  • Victory for Dawgs over visiting Prospects, breast cancer

    Even a little rain couldn’t put a damper on the Okotoks Dawgs’ (19-19) annual Canadian Breast Cancer Pink Day (July 21st) at Seaman Stadium, as the Dawgs walked away with an 8-4 win over the visiting Edmonton Prospects (15-25) and a win against breast cancer. Starting pitcher Chris Sievers (Northeastern Junior College) had four strikeouts…

  • Brampton Beast Announce Brent Hughes as Head Coach

    BRAMPTON, ONTARIO –  The Brampton Beast announced the resignation of Head Coach Mark DeSantis Friday morning. DeSantis served as the Beast’s Head Coach and VP of Hockey Operations since the formation of the Brampton Beast franchise in March 2013. DeSantis was a vital part of the foundation and successes of the organization’s inaugural year. “I…

  • Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Toilet Paper Dilemma

    By Reena Nerbas Making Refills Last Dear Reena, I use pens that require refills. Last two worked for a while and then stopped working. The store clerk suggested warming them; they worked briefly and then stopped. Is there anything else that I can do? Refills aren’t cheap! Love your column, it is definitely a must…

  • Q9 to Support Alberta’s Foothills School Division with Disaster Recovery Solution

    2013 southern Alberta floods demonstrated need for high-availability data centre Calgary, AB – July 21, 2014 – Q9 Networks is pleased to announce it has been selected by Alberta’s Foothills School Division (FSD) to provide a high-availability disaster recovery solution for the division’s web-based communications platform, including its web site and social media feeds. FSD…

  • New Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion Planning Organisational Meeting in Okotoks

    We are ready with the next step in the process of obtaining a Charter for a Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion in Okotoks. More than the required fifty new members have already indicated that they wish to apply to be part of a New Branch and thanks to their Executive and Members, we will…

  • Work Progresses on Kananaskis Country Flood Recovery

    Kananaskis Country sustained the most extensive damage in its 36-year history from the June 2013 flood. The Alberta government committed $60 million to restore 41 damaged campgrounds, 51 day-use areas and over 160 kilometres of recreation trails with more than 65 trail bridges. To help tourism rebound, the Alberta government is also committing $18 million…

  • AHS Weekly Wellness News ~ Know Your Options: Where Should You Go for Health Care?

    Did you know many Albertans who visit our emergency departments don’t have to be there? Often, people end up there because they don’t know what options they have for getting the care that best fits their needs. Across the province there are lots of different options for health care, so many in fact that navigating…

  • Asia Holds Great Opportunities for Alberta

    By Minister Verlyn Olson, Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development  There is no shortage of opportunities for Alberta’s agriculture sector on the world stage, especially in Asia. China and Japan are our second and third largest agricultural export markets, worth a combined $2.8 billion annually, and there is plenty of room for growth to meet the…

  • Canada Ratifies Changes to the Pacific Salmon Treaty

    Vancouver, British Columbia – The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, announced (Thursday) that Canada and the United States have ratified an agreement on updates to the Pacific Salmon Treaty (PST). These changes will help ensure the long-term sustainability of Fraser River sockeye and pink salmon stocks while supporting an economically viable fishing…

  • Longview Celebrates 50 Years During Little New York Daze

    The crowds gathered to celebrate Longview’s 50th year of incorporation as a Village. The Dryland Sailors hosted another great breakfast to kick off Saturday’s events, starting with the parade.

  • Flood Recovery Work Progressing in Fish Creek Provincial Park

    Flood-damaged pathways, picnic spots and bridges are being restored in Alberta’s busiest provincial park. One of the largest urban parks in North America, attracting more than two million visits per year, Fish Creek Provincial Park was extensively damaged by the June 2013 flood. Initial repair and cleanup was completed in the park last year, and…

  • Serve Fiesta Fare with Marvelous Mexican Flavours

    Crispy tortilla strips are a nice twist on the usual crouton. They stay crisp a surprisingly long time even once tossed in with the salad, making this a great BBQ potluck contribution. Mexican Tortilla Salad with Lime and Jalapeno Ingredients 8 cups (2 L) shredded romaine lettuce 2/3 cup (150 ml) julienned sweet yellow pepper…

  • AFPA Members Produce $718 Million

    AFPA Members Produce $718 Million

    Alberta Forest Products Association Q1 2014 Results Forestry revenues up 7% in 1st Quarter 2014 Edmonton – Values of lumber, pulp and paper, and panelboard manufactured by Alberta Forest Products Association (AFPA) members totaled approximately $718 million for the 1st quarter of 2014. The value of production was up $47 million or 7% from the…

  • Christ Church Millarville Blooms For the Flower Festival

    The wild flowers, peonies and arrangements both inside the church and throughout the church grounds were glorious once again this year.

  • Harper Government Invests In Alberta Projects to Better Support Socially Isolated Senior Caregivers and Seniors Who Are Bullied

    Harper Government Invests In Alberta Projects to Better Support Socially Isolated Senior Caregivers and Seniors Who Are Bullied

    Edmonton, Alberta – Edmonton seniors who are facing difficult issues will soon have more support, the Honourable Kevin Sorenson, Minister of State (Finance), announced Thursday on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors). Two Alberta organizations are receiving a total of $42,890 through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The South…