Tag: Southern Alberta

  • Camp Promotes Entrepreneurial Spirit in Youth!

    Camp Promotes Entrepreneurial Spirit in Youth!

    The Alberta Youth Entrepreneurship Camp (AYEC) will be celebrating its 20 Year Anniversary this year for AYEC 2016! Applications are now being accepted for the 2016 AYEC and if you are (or you know) a youth aged 13-15 that has an interest in leadership, teamwork and business, this is the perfect camp for you! Youth…

  • High River RCMP Fatal Highway Collision

    High River RCMP Fatal Highway Collision

    High River, Alberta –  On May 12th,  2016 at approximately 8:00a.m. High River RCMP, Integrated Traffic Services, Fire Department and EMS responded to a two vehicle fatal motor vehicle collision. The collision occurred on Highway 23 at the intersection of 176th Street East, approximately 5 miles east of High River. A  mid-sized car operated by a lone male 20 years of age, was traveling…

  • Province Improves and Expands Access to Naloxone, Opioid Treatment and Counselling

    Province Improves and Expands Access to Naloxone, Opioid Treatment and Counselling

    Beginning this Friday, Albertans will be able to get take-home naloxone kits free-of-charge from community pharmacies without a prescription. The province is also providing $3 million to Alberta Health Services to support the Opioid Dependency Treatment Plan Strategy, a three-year project that will expand counselling services and access to suboxone and methadone treatment in several…

  • UPDATE: Gastrointestinal illness among Fort McMurray evacuees

    UPDATE: Gastrointestinal illness among Fort McMurray evacuees

    May 12, 2016 EDMONTON – Alberta Health Services (AHS) is responding to an increase in patients experiencing symptoms consistent with viral gastroenteritis at various evacuation/reception centres, around Alberta. Zones impacted, as of 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 11, are listed below. Though this is not unexpected, given the large numbers of people who are using and…

  • High River Burning Ban Rescinded, Continued Caution Urged

    High River Burning Ban Rescinded, Continued Caution Urged

    HIGH RIVER, AB: The burning ban issued for the Town of High River on May 5 has now been lifted as there has been sufficient rainfall in the area. The High River Fire Department asks that all residents and visitors continue to use extra caution with their outdoor fire pits, campfires and the disposal of…

  • Turner Valley RCMP Investigating Found Human Remains

    Turner Valley RCMP Investigating Found Human Remains

    Eden Valley, Alta. – On May 10, 2016 at 8:00 a.m., Turner Valley RCMP responded to a report of found human remains in a wooded area near Eden Valley. Calgary Forensic Identification Services, with RCMP Major Crimes – South are assisting Turner Valley RCMP with this investigation.  An autopsy was conducted yesterday by the Calgary…

  • Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: It’s in the Water!

    Healthy Tips from Pharmasave: It’s in the Water!

    When you’re camping, it’s tempting to drink water straight from pristine-looking lakes and streams – but don’t do it! Microscopic single-celled parasites can cause illnesses in humans if ingested. Here are 2 common waterborne diseases that could ruin your week: Cryptosporidiosis (crip-toh-spore-id-ee-oh-sis) is caused by Cryptosporidium (crip-toh-spore-id-ee-um). The symptoms include diarrhea, headache, nausea, and stomach…

  • Update 12: Fort McMurray Wildfire (May 11 at 6:00 p.m.)

    Update 12: Fort McMurray Wildfire (May 11 at 6:00 p.m.)

    Today, Premier Notley delivered the following update on the wildfires around Fort McMurray: “This emergency funding underscores the commitment every Albertan owes to each other. It’s about Albertans helping Albertans.” Premier Notley Current situation Fire conditions remain extreme in the province. A total of 19 wildfires are burning: two out of control, one being held,…

  • MP John Barlow announces funding through New Horizons for Seniors Program

    MP John Barlow announces funding through New Horizons for Seniors Program

    High River, AB – MP John Barlow announced today that 9 organizations in the riding of Foothills will receive funding through the New Horizons for Seniors Program including the High River Seniors Friendship Center, Longview and Area Seniors Club, Valley Neighbours Club, Stavely Golden Age Center, Town of Okotoks Library Board, Foothills SNAPS, Sheep River…

  • Stampede Ranches Busy with Babies

    Stampede Ranches Busy with Babies

    By Kristina Barnes, Communications Manager, Western Events & Agriculture Life is always interesting at the Stampede Ranch, but springtime is something special. “It’s my favourite time of the year,” says Calgary Stampede ranch manager Tyler Kraft. “After a long winter, spring comes and the grass starts to turn green. But the best part is the…

  • Town of High River Collecting Monetary Donations for Fort McMurray

    Town of High River Collecting Monetary Donations for Fort McMurray

    HIGH RIVER, AB: The Town of High River has created an account to collect cash donations that will allow residents to directly contribute to recovery efforts in Fort McMurray/Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB). Cash, debit, credit card and cheque donations (made payable to the Town of High River) will be accepted at the front…

  • Emergency financial assistance for evacuees is available beginning today

    Emergency financial assistance for evacuees is available beginning today

    May 11, 2016 Starting at 2 pm today, debit cards will be issued to people who have been evacuated from Fort McMurray and other northern Alberta communities due to wildfire. The debit cards, one-time emergency payments of $1,250 for eligible adults and $500 for children under the age of 18, will help evacuees meet immediate,…

  • Cochrane RCMP Investigate Suspicious Death – Update

    Cochrane RCMP Investigate Suspicious Death – Update

    Cochrane, AB – On May 5th, 2016 at 1:40 p.m., Cochrane RCMP responded to a report of a deceased male at a remote location near the intersection of Highway 22 and Highway 8, near Cochrane. There were indications the deceased male had been there for some time including being clothed for winter weather conditions. The investigation revealed that the deceased male…

  • Turner Valley School Spring Theatre a Sweet Success

    Turner Valley School Spring Theatre a Sweet Success

    At the end of April the Turner Valley School performed Willie Wonka Junior. A BIG thank you to all students, staff and parents for their help with Spring Theatre. Without each and every one of your contributions it would not be possible. A special mention to Amanda Gentry for the art work and her time and effort in creating the beautiful…

  • Strathmore RCMP Seeking Public Assistance to Identify Robbery Suspects

    Strathmore RCMP Seeking Public Assistance to Identify Robbery Suspects

    Strathmore, Alberta – On Thursday, April 28, 2016 at approximately 4:30 p.m., Strathmore RCMP responded to a report of an Armed Robbery at the Strathmore Station Restaurant and Bar. Witness saw two male suspects enter the bar and approached the staff with a hand gun demanding cash.  The suspects fled with an undisclosed amount of cash and…