Tag: Southern Alberta

  • Fibre Optic Internet Service – Axia Community Consultation for Turner Valley and Black Diamond

    Fibre Optic Internet Service – Axia Community Consultation for Turner Valley and Black Diamond

    The towns of Black Diamond and Turner Valley have been offered an opportunity to access high speed fibre optic internet through Axia.  The company is proposing to build advanced communication infrastructure at no cost to the taxpayers in our communities based on  a minimum of 30% public support. Fibre optic technology offers the fastest speeds…

  • Catch Alberta Instagram Photo Contest

    Catch Alberta Instagram Photo Contest

      Alberta is known for its outdoor beauty but sometimes we forget about the beauty below the water. Snap a picture of your favourite fishing hole and enter to win some amazing prizes! Contest Rules and How to Enter We are looking for great photos of you and your family and friends fishing responsibly on…

  • More articles from other sections

    More articles from other sections

    Don’t forget, the Gateway Gazette is part of a larger, publication network called Panoptic News. Be sure to check out other articles posted in the other sections too! While some of these sections may seem more logical at specific times of year, they are available year round for those who have a desire to access…

  • Don’t Make a Splash – Keep your Wheels out of the Water

    Don’t Make a Splash – Keep your Wheels out of the Water

    As Albertans head into a long weekend, they are being reminded to keep their wheels out of the water. Driving in natural waterbodies such as lakes, streams and rivers is against the law, adds undue stress to fish and the environment, and could lead to hefty fines. With an unseasonably dry, warm summer and low river…

  • RCMP Airdrie charge suspect with Human Trafficking, prostitution offences

      Airdrie Alberta, Airdrie RCMP General Investigation Section and Crime Reduction Unit have laid Human trafficking charges after an investigation involving an Airdrie youth and an adult male. Through the course of the investigation, evidence revealed the missing youth had been a victim of human trafficking by a 25 year old male from Airdrie.   The male suspect has been remanded in…

  • Coming August Long Weekend: A time to drive safely

      The RCMP urges motorists to exercise more care and caution on the roads as the August long weekend approaches. Alberta’s roads and highways will see an influx in the number of vehicles as people head out to their various activities and events this long weekend.  In addition, the warmer weather means more campers, trailers,…

  • ‘Molly’ and ‘Leo’ are gentle; ‘Kate’ and ‘Kirk’ are sarcastic

    ‘Molly’ and ‘Leo’ are gentle; ‘Kate’ and ‘Kirk’ are sarcastic

    What’s in a name? Plenty, according to new study into sound symbolism The first study to explore sound symbolism using peoples’ first names has revealed that we tend to ascribe certain personality traits to certain names based on how they sound. Using dozens of popular baby names, researchers at the University of Calgary explored what…

  • First Humboldt Penguin Chick Hatched at Calgary Zoo

    First Humboldt Penguin Chick Hatched at Calgary Zoo

      Calgary, AB – The Calgary Zoo is excited to announce the hatching of its first Humboldt penguin chick. The newest member of the zoo’s penguin colony arrived on June 26, 2015. First time parents, Reina and Javier, have been diligently caring for the male chick and he is thriving in his new habitat. “This…

  • Okotoks RCMP have Charged Driver in Cyclist Collision

      Okotoks, Alberta – RCMP have laid charges in relation to the fatal motor vehicle collision involving a cyclist on Highway 7 which occurred on May 4, 2015. At the recommendation of the Chief Crown Prosecutors office, 42 year old Joely Lambourn, of Okotoks, Alberta has been charged with dangerous operation causing death under section 249 (4)…

  • Town of Okotoks: Sheep River Safety

    Town of Okotoks: Sheep River Safety

    The days may be getting longer and hotter but the risks associated with enjoying the Sheep River remain the same.  While enjoying a sunny afternoon dip in river sounds ideal, swimmers must always take the appropriate safety precautions. Water levels in rivers can fluctuate and the depths can vary dramatically. Slippery rocks can cause falls…

  • Know the Risks before Participating in Ride Sharing Services

    Know the Risks before Participating in Ride Sharing Services

    Alberta’s Superintendent of Insurance has issued an advisory notice on ride sharing services and the insurance risk they currently pose to Albertans. The Superintendent’s office recently reviewed Uber’s insurance policies and found significant issues with regulatory compliance. Albertans are at risk of not having access to insurance protection and accident benefits under Alberta law if…

  • More Alberta Business Owners Think the Economy will be Better off Six Months from now, Compared to Last Quarter

    More Alberta Business Owners Think the Economy will be Better off Six Months from now, Compared to Last Quarter

    Calgary— This quarter’s ATB Business Beat shows a significant uptick in the ATB Economic Index, as more Alberta small and mid-sized business owners believe the economy will be the better off six months from now than last quarter. Overall, however, the index still remains below the line. “We see this as a positive sign,” says…

  • Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: Follow the Rules – Share the Road

    Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: Follow the Rules – Share the Road

      When you get on your bicycle and get on the road, you are then officially classified as driving a vehicle. As such, you need to know and obey the same rules as other vehicles. This is for your own safety, because if you behave like a car driver would behave, your actions are more…

  • AMA Recognizes Some Local Favourites

    AMA Recognizes Some Local Favourites

    The Best Road-trip Food Stops in Alberta Back to Blog Posted on June 12, 2015 It’s road-trip season in Alberta and while visiting Alberta’s best attractions is fun, we know that what you really crave is new food experiences. Here are some of our favourite foodie stops across Alberta. The best distillery: Eau Claire Distillery (Turner…

  • Town of Okotoks: St. Mary’s School & Cimarron Park Channel Crossing Construction

    Town of Okotoks: St. Mary’s School & Cimarron Park Channel Crossing Construction

      The Town of Okotoks is gearing up for another busy construction year that will include many new projects, the completion of multi-phased projects started in previous years and the planning of new multi-phased projects. These projects will enhance the Town’s roadways, utilities, buildings, and recreational parks and facilities. We know that construction can impact residents…