Tag: Southern Alberta

  • No New Pipelines Means More Oil by Train: Wildrose

    No New Pipelines Means More Oil by Train: Wildrose

      EDMONTON, AB (November 10, 2015): Pipeline advocacy must be a key priority of both the NDP government in Alberta and the new federal government after a second train carrying crude oil was derailed in Wisconsin this week, the Wildrose Official Opposition said today. Crude oil or petroleum product shipped by pipeline in Canada and…

  • Watch out for Wildlife in November

    Watch out for Wildlife in November

    Motorists are urged to be vigilant as the risk of wildlife collisions peaks this month.  The number of wildlife collisions doubles in November, from an average of 1,100 each month to 2,280. This increase in collisions is primarily caused by mating season as more wildlife are on the move in their search of mates. Additionally,…

  • Airdrie Rural RCMP Recover Stolen Vehicle, Arrest Suspects

    Airdrie Rural RCMP Recover Stolen Vehicle, Arrest Suspects

      Balzac, Alberta – On November 9th, 2015 at 9:45 pm, an Airdrie Rural RCMP member located a stolen vehicle in the Cross Iron Mills parking lot. The member arrested the three occupants of the vehicle. Further investigation revealed several stolen credit cards, a quantity of Fentanyl, and a concealed knife. Amanda Marie DICKSON, 20, of…

  • Canadian Angus Association Hires Commercial Angus Identification and Performance Program Coordinator

    Canadian Angus Association Hires Commercial Angus Identification and Performance Program Coordinator

    ROCKY VIEW COUNTY, AB – The Canadian Angus Association is pleased to welcome our newest staff member, Taylor Isley, who has been hired as the Commercial Angus Identification and Performance Program (CAIPP) Coordinator. This one-year internship is supported by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Career Focus Program. The Canadian Angus Association announced CAIPP in June at…

  • Replacement of power poles in High River on Centre Street Nov. 13

    Replacement of power poles in High River on Centre Street Nov. 13

      HIGH RIVER, AB: Proline Power Corp. will be replacing several power poles on Centre Street between 8 Avenue and 10 Avenue on Friday, November 13. Lanes on both sides of Centre Street will be restricted with minimal wait times. Please obey all signage, reduce speed and watch for work crews.

  • RCMP Lake Louise Seek Public’s Help in Locating Missing Man

    RCMP Lake Louise Seek Public’s Help in Locating Missing Man

    Lake Louise, Alberta – 51 year-old Gerald (Gerry) JONES was last seen leaving for Banff, Alberta, on October 12th, 2015, from the Saskatchewan River Crossing Resort near Lake Louise, Alberta.  Gerry JONES was seasonally employed at the resort and was expected to travel to Montreal, Quebec, by Greyhound Bus on October 14th, 2015, from Banff, Alberta, and to arrive on October…

  • PBO Projections Show NDP Oil Forecasts Overly Optimistic: Wildrose

    PBO Projections Show NDP Oil Forecasts Overly Optimistic: Wildrose

      EDMONTON, AB: A new report from the Parliamentary Budget Officer in Ottawa shows the Alberta NDP government is relying on overly optimistic revenue projections for the next several years, the Wildrose Official Opposition said. The report projects that West Texas Intermediate (WTI) oil prices will only hit $55.40 by 2018. The recent budget introduced…

  • Province Honours Child Development Professionals

    Ten caring and committed professionals were celebrated at the 2015 Child Development Professional Awards of Excellence. Selected from over 120 nominees, award recipients were recognized for the significant role they play in young children’s lives. Nominees work in child care, early childhood development programs and services, and in Parent Link Centres. “Our government understands quality…

  • Town of High River: Recreational vehicle parking bylaw in place Oct. 30 to April 1

    Town of High River: Recreational vehicle parking bylaw in place Oct. 30 to April 1

      HIGH RIVER, AB: The Town is reminding residents that in order to comply with local bylaws, all recreational vehicles must be removed from front yards and roadways in the fall until April 1 each year. Bylaw 4235/2009 states that no person shall be allowed to keep or maintain a recreational vehicle (RV) in the…

  • Dueling For Charity, Bands Take the Stage in Record Breaking Year

    Dueling For Charity, Bands Take the Stage in Record Breaking Year

      If only all music rivalries were this fun Calgary, Alberta (November 9, 2015) – The Advo-Cats and bORDERLINE return to the stage for the fourth annual “Between Bands – Dueling for Between Friends” Friday, November 13, 2015 at the Deerfoot Inn and Casino. Despite a tough economic climate in Calgary, this year’s event has raised more…

  • Turner Valley School News: Welcome to November!

    Turner Valley School News: Welcome to November!

    Can you believe fall has all but disappeared and winter is knocking at our door? As we go through this change please remind your little ones to dress appropriately for the weather and to watch for ice. The students and staff at Turner Valley School continue to work hard to achieve outstanding educational outcomes. It is…

  • Rowan House Annual Wish Book Campaign Returns

    Rowan House Annual Wish Book Campaign Returns

    Shelter looking for donations to provide special support during the holiday season The holidays are meant to be a time of joy and family coming together, but unfortunately, that’s not always the case. “Christmas can be a very difficult time of year for families in the shelter as they deal with the emotions of leaving an…

  • Brooks WMBL Baseball

    Brooks WMBL Baseball

    After careful consultation and consideration our goal is to bring a Western Major Baseball League (WMBL) team to the City of Brooks. The city of 15,000 is a perfect fit for the expanding league full of entertainment for any age group. The WMBL consists of 11 teams across Alberta and Saskatchewan, and are looking to…

  • Turner Valley Students Hold Unique Fundraiser for Legacy Park

    Turner Valley Students Hold Unique Fundraiser for Legacy Park

      Elijah (Grade 2) and Ikey (Grade 1) wanted to find a way to raise money for the new school playground. With the help of mom and dad, they will be selling growth charts at $35 each. For each growth chart sold $10 will be donated to legacy park. Perfect timing for the holidays. These…

  • Alberta Supports Veterans’ Transition to New Jobs

    Alberta Supports Veterans’ Transition to New Jobs

    The Alberta Government joins Manitoba and Ontario in recognizing Department of National Defence (DND) training and testing requirements. This agreement will allow current and retired Canadian Forces members to operate commercial vehicles without additional testing. Previously, military veterans were unable to transfer their credentials when they left their military careers. This agreement allows conversion from…