Tag: Good News

  • Wilrich Park Grand Re-Opening – Black Diamond

    Wilrich Park Grand Re-Opening – Black Diamond

    Known to many as the Lego Park behind Fas Gas, Wilrich Park is now open with all new equipment and ready for the kids during their Christmas break from school.. Here as some local kids enjoying the ribbon cutting with Mayor Sharlene Brown, the hot chocolate and of course the chocolate chip cookies, provided by…

  • Millarville-Stockland 4-H Club November – December News

    Millarville-Stockland 4-H Club November – December News

    Submitted by Jackson Collard, Club Reporter The Millarville-Stockland 4-H Club has had a busy fall. In November, we had a club meeting and a workshop. During the workshop, we watched a video called “Beef TV”. It was all about how to raise livestock. This year the Millarville-Stockland 4-H club is raising a charity steer, a…

  • Horse Health Care: Does a Dirty Horse Stay Warmer During the Winter?

    Horse Health Care: Does a Dirty Horse Stay Warmer During the Winter?

      By Dr. Madalyn Ward, DVM Actually yes, under most conditions. For horses living in fairly natural conditions, such as those in living in pasture and exposed to the weather, being dirty actually helps them stay warm. Ugly as it is, dirt forms a layer of insulation in your horse’s coat, keeping him warmer than…

  • Christmas joy abundant at Easter Seals Camp Horizon for adults with disabilities

    Christmas joy abundant at Easter Seals Camp Horizon for adults with disabilities

      ATB Financial’s “Adopt-a-Camper” Campaign brings Christmas cheer Calgary, AB – For more than 30 years, Easter Seals Camp Horizon has been the home away from home for 60 adults with physical and developmental disabilities fromDecember 23 to 26. In preparation for the holidays, staff and customers from ATB Financial branches have filled Christmas hampers…

  • Planet Waves Weekly Horoscope: December 18 – 24, 2015

    Planet Waves Weekly Horoscope: December 18 – 24, 2015

    Aries If you keep two words in mind, you will be present with many of your most important issues. The first word is ‘means’. The second word is ‘ends’. Knowing what means you have available is very much like knowing how much money you have in your bank account. The more limited your means are,…

  • Grants support preserving Alberta’s history and stories

    Grants support preserving Alberta’s history and stories

      Heritage projects that are preserving local landmarks and the stories of Alberta’s past are getting a boost with provincial funding through the Alberta Historical Resources Foundation (AHRF). Sir Alexander Galt Hospital Lethbridge From restoring Mayerthorpe’s iconic Alberta Wheat Pool grain elevator to researching the history of Fort Macleod’s historic buildings, 61 projects across the…

  • RCMP Turner Valley Donate Proceeds to Boys & Girls Club

    RCMP Turner Valley Donate Proceeds to Boys & Girls Club

    Last September 26th the Turner Valley RCMP Regimental Ball was held at the Millarville Rodeo Hall. With thanks to Sgt. Paulina Larrey-King and Cpl. Tiffany McGregor for their organizational skills the event was a huge success. Funds raised that evening went to the Pump Track project for the Boys & Girls Club of the Foothills…

  • Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Grandma’s Secrets Revealed

      By Reena Nerbas Frozen Car Doors Dear Reena, I become very frustrated in the winter when I wash my car. After it sits for a while in freezing temperatures, the doors are stuck and seem impossible to open. Any advice? Lorne Dear Lorne, After the car is clean and dry, spray non-stick cooking spray…

  • Canada Takes Aim at an Asteroid

    Canada Takes Aim at an Asteroid

    The Canadian Space Agency delivers its contribution to the first U.S. mission to return a sample of an asteroid to Earth Longueuil, Quebec – The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) has delivered a sophisticated laser-based mapping system, its contribution to a NASA mission that will be Canada’s first international attempt to bring a sample of an asteroid…

  • Government of Canada Releases Lands for Affordable Housing in Banff

    Government of Canada Releases Lands for Affordable Housing in Banff

    Banff, Alberta – The release of federal lands to the Town of Banff for the creation of affordable housing was announced today by the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of the Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada. The land, including six lots on Cave Avenue and six lots on Deer Street, will be…

  • News Update from Councillor Suzanne Oel, Div. 4, M.D. of Foothills

    News Update from Councillor Suzanne Oel, Div. 4, M.D. of Foothills

    Seasons Greetings & Best Wishes in the New Year!  Just sending a bit of news…  S.O.   Public Meeting about Fiber Optic Internet Service: January 21, 2016, 7:00 p.m. at the Priddis Hall • As you may know, I have been working with our community to investigate the possibility of Fiber Optic Internet service to…

  • Government of Canada Honours Nelson Mandela with 20 Inaugural Scholarships

    Government of Canada Honours Nelson Mandela with 20 Inaugural Scholarships

      OTTAWA, ONTARIO (Marketwired) – The Government of Canada has awarded 20 inaugural scholarships to graduate students at the masters and doctoral level, in honour of the late Nelson Mandela, former President of South Africa and anti-apartheid leader. The Canada Graduate Scholarships (CGS) to Honour Nelson Mandela were announced following the death of the South African…

  • Experience Winter in Waterton Lakes National Park

    Experience Winter in Waterton Lakes National Park

      Connect with nature through exceptional new Parks Canada winter programs Waterton Lakes National Park – Parks Canada invites visitors to experience winter like never before at Waterton Lakes National Park. With new guided snowshoe hikes and backcountry accommodations, Waterton Lakes offers outstanding programs for winter enthusiasts of all levels. In addition to classic winter activities…

  • Stroke Patient Grateful for ‘Miracle’ of Research

    Stroke Patient Grateful for ‘Miracle’ of Research

    Donna Sharman, who after her stroke spent time recovering in Room 1033 of the Foothills Hospital stroke unit, now regularly visits patients there as a volunteer peer supporter. AHS strategy integrates research, innovation in health system Story and photo by Greg Harris No one has to tell Donna Sharman how important it is to have…

  • AHS Weekly Wellness News: Sledding and Snow Safety

    AHS Weekly Wellness News: Sledding and Snow Safety

    Getting outside in the winter is a great way for families to be active. But remember to keep your child safe while doing winter activities like sledding and playing in the snow. To help lower the risk of your child getting hurt, make sure: you supervise your child closely your child is always in a safe place…