Tag: Southern Alberta

  • Black Diamond Warns Residents and Visitors to be Safe Around Local Wildlife

    Here in the beautiful Town of Black Diamond, we reside along the peaceful Sheep River valley. Encountering wildlife is a natural part of everyday life in this area of the Foothills. At different times of the year, you could be fortunate enough to see deer, moose, elk, bear, cougar both in and around Town, as…

  • Alberta Defends Against Invasive Mussels

    Boat inspections, water monitoring, and education are protecting Alberta’s waterbodies and infrastructure from non-native species. The province has ramped up inspections for invasive species such as zebra and quagga mussels on boats and other watercraft to prevent major damage to Alberta’s waterways. Four inspection stations on major entry points will target boats entering Alberta. “Albertans…

  • UPDATE: Chief Chiniki Restaurant Arson – Local man receives jail sentence

    Cochrane, AB – On August 21, 2012 at 12:46am, Cochrane RCMP responded to a complaint of a fire at the Chief Chiniki Restaurant. When police arrived at scene and despite efforts from Nakoda Fire Department from Stoney First Nation, along with Cochrane and Springbank Fire Departments the local business could not be saved. During the…

  • Black Diamond Open House re Water Shortage ByLaw – Reminder Thursday July 10th

    Time: 6:00-8:00 pm Date:  Thursday, July 10th, 2014 Location: Black Diamond Council Chambers Address: 301 Centre Ave W, Upper Level A collaborative effort with Turner Valley that provides for a clear standard which must be met by the municipalities during water shortages. Bylaw 14-14 (attached) clearly defines the allowable water uses under 3 specific levels…

  • Hay Quality & Selection

      This article is courtesy of The Horse Industry Association of Alberta Even though most of our horses will eat whatever we put in front of them, all hay is not created equal and there are a number of things to consider when selecting it. Following are some general considerations for selecting hay. All hay…

  • Update: Missing Persons Investigation

    The Calgary Police Service and the RCMP continue to search a property in Airdrie in relation to the missing persons investigation. Due to the hot temperatures predicted today, EMS has been called in as a precautionary measure to support the members who are currently searching the property. It is quite common for chemicals to be…

  • Test of High River Alert and Permanent Sirens

    HIGH RIVER, AB: The Town will be testing its emergency notification systems at 12 p.m. on Wed., July 16. This is part of the Town’s emergency preparedness plan and will include a test of the permanent siren and High River Alert system. The two permanent outdoor sirens are located at the Fire Hall (1010 5…

  • Parks Day 2014 ~ Two Great Places to Celebrate!

    Waterton Lakes National Park and Bar U Ranch National Historic Site (Parks Canada) is offering you two great southern Alberta places to celebrate Parks Day this year. Join us on Saturday, July 19th at Waterton Lakes National Park or Bar U Ranch National Historic Site. At Bar U Ranch, you can have a ‘dam’ good…

  • RCMP Strathmore Detachment – Fatal MVC Hwy 1

    RCMP Strathmore Detachment – Fatal MVC Hwy 1

    At 2135 hours on July 8, 2014 a single vehicle roll-over collision occurred on Hwy 1 at Range Road 283 near Chestermere, AB. RCMP units from both Strathmore and Chestermere detachments attended the scene and determined that an east bound minivan lost control and rolled through the median to the west bound shoulder of Hwy…

  • Longview and Nanton Area Farm Families Honoured by Calgary Stampede

    BMO and the Calgary Stampede celebrate Alberta farm families Calgary – BMO Bank of Montreal and the Calgary Stampede recognized 20 southern Alberta families for their incredible contributions and honourable efforts to Alberta’s agriculture at the 19th annual BMO Farm Family Awards (on Monday). “The BMO Farm Family Awards are an exciting way for both…

  • Black Diamond Open House on Water Use and Conservation Bylaw

    Council is holding a drop-in Open House to share information on Bylaw 14-14 Water Use and Conservation. This bylaw has been given 1st Reading by Council and will be returning to the July 16th Council Agenda for further consideration. Council members will be available to discuss the bylaw with residents on Thursday July 10th from…

  • Aspen Crossing Hosts Southern Alberta Music Festival for STARS

    A STARS Air Ambulance Fundraiser! August 22nd and 23rd at Aspen Crossing in Mossleigh, Alberta. Get together with friends and enjoy two days of Southern Alberta’s hottest live music! Kick back and relax while you listen to a variety of country, blues, folk and good old fashioned rock n’ roll. While at the music festival…

  • Okotoks Road Construction

    Southridge Drive The Town has begun resurfacing portions of Southridge Drive, Hunters Gate and Woodhaven Drive. Work is anticipated to end July 11, 2014 (weather permitting).Road closures will be necessary to accommodate the work. Please see the map below. The first stage will involve closing the southbound lanes, south of the bridge. During this time,…

  • Albertans to Choose Province’s New Licence Plate

    Alberta’s new licence plate will incorporate a new design and new features to help make roads safer. Albertans are invited to participate in an online survey to choose which of three proposed designs will be featured on the new provincial licence plate. The survey, which is available online, will run from July 8 to August…

  • Everyone Belongs Outside

    Alberta Parks is removing barriers so more people can connect with nature. Alberta Parks’ plan for inclusion is called Everyone Belongs Outside. It looks at ways to help people with physical or mental disabilities, as well as seniors, youth and new Canadians, connect with nature through camping, hiking or other experiences. “This plan offers an…