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Inaugural Donald Ethell Award presentation to Okotoks youth
Lieutenant Governor Lois Mitchell and Colonel [Ret’d] the Hon. Donald Ethell will be in Okotoks Wednesday, March 30 to present the inaugural Donald S. Ethell Youth Award from the Lieutenant Governor’s Circle on Mental Health and Addiction. The first recipient of the award is Okotoks resident Cole Whalley, who is being honoured for the dedication,…
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RCMP Name the Puppy Contest Extended to March 31st
INNISFAIL, Alberta – The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) needs help in naming puppies that will become Canada’s future RCMP Police Dogs. The Police Dog Service Training Centre (PDSTC) in Innisfail, Alberta, is asking young Canadians to suggest names for 13 German Shepherd puppies that will be born at the Centre in 2016. Children are encouraged…
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Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: DASH for High Blood Pressure Relief
Experts say the DASH diet can help lower your blood pressure. Do you know what the DASH diet is? DASH stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension. Simply stated, hypertension is the medical term for high blood pressure. This diet differs from most other traditional diets as it does not restrict the quantity of food…
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Jodi Dawson hired as new Manager of Economic Development for High River
HIGH RIVER, AB: The Town of High River is pleased to announce that Jodi Dawson has been hired to lead the new economic development office and will begin her position on April 4. “Jodi loves High River and has smart, innovative ideas that will build our community and help expand our profile locally as well…
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Keep the Zebras out of Your Boat
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Earth Hour 2016 Highlights
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How do Horses Help Kids with Emotional and Behavioral Issues?
Kids with emotional and behavioral issues can be difficult to work with. Most of them are slow to trust adults, and may be unwilling to trust anyone at all. In addition, if the emotional or behavioral issues are caused by abuse, the child could be angry and prone to emotional outbursts. Cognitive therapy…
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Marcia Nelson named Deputy Minister of Executive Council
Premier Rachel Notley has appointed veteran public servant Marcia Nelson to serve as Deputy Minister of Executive Council. Nelson will assume the top public servant role in Alberta on April 16, 2016, replacing Deputy Minister Richard Dicerni, who is retiring. “In the face of the current economic shock, having an experienced leader like Marcia, who…
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Multiple Charges Laid Against Riverfront Aquariums in Calgary
By Calgary Humane Calgary, AB — On March 16, 2016, charges were laid under the Animal Protection Act of Alberta against Riverfront Aquariums, Manager Wayne Woo and Owner Michael Chow. The charges stem from a mass seizure of 333 animals from the business on December 2, 2015. Riverfront Aquariums and former owner Wayne Woo also face…
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Province Extends GreenTRIP Application Deadline
The Government of Alberta has extended the application deadline for the third call for applications to the Green Transit Incentives Program. GreenTRIP applications will now be accepted until August 31, 2016 at the request of several municipalities interested in accessing the funds. “GreenTRIP has supported many capital transit projects across the province. When municipalities…
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New Horse Racing Agreement Supports Rural Alberta
A renewed 10-year funding agreement with Horse Racing Alberta will help ensure the viability of Alberta’s horse racing industry and reflects government’s focus on responsibly managing provincial finances during the economic downturn. The Government of Alberta and Horse Racing Alberta (HRA) have signed a new 10-year agreement, which will support rural communities and the agriculture…
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Family Care Unit Enables Overnight Stays with NICU Babies
EDMONTON – Parents of newborns in the Stollery Children’s Hospital neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) can now stay with their babies overnight thanks to a newly established Family Care Unit. Nine Stollery NICU beds have been transferred into the Family Care Unit, located in the Lois Hole Hospital for Women at the Royal Alexandra Hospital.…
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Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Wonders of Washing Soda
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Marsville and Bio Dome Projects Take Place in Foothills Schools
Ecole Senator Riley Middle School On February 26, teacher Cliona Curran’s Grade 6 students hosted the first ever “Marsville” event at École Senator Riley Middle School. Students have been learning about objects in our universe, specifically looking at planets and moons in our solar system. A research project that had students examine the potential for…
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Calgary Zoo Welcomes Baby Gorilla
Calgary, AB – The Calgary Zoo is delighted to announce the arrival of a western lowland baby gorilla. The newest member of the gorilla troop arrived Wednesday, March 9, 2016 at approximately 9:30 p.m. First time mom, 15-year-old Kioja and her baby have been seen bonding and nursing; demonstrating positive mothering behaviours. “With approximately 350…
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