Tag: Southern Alberta

  • Okotoks RCMP Looks for Suspects in ATM Theft

    Okotoks RCMP Looks for Suspects in ATM Theft

    Okotoks-Alberta – Okotoks RCMP are looking for public assistance to provide information regarding a theft of the ATM from TD Bank in Okotoks. On May 11, 2016, at approximately 5:00 am Okotoks RCMP responded to a call of a theft of an ATM in progress behind the TD Bank on Southridge Drive.  Okotoks RCMP officers…

  • New Series ‘Tin Star’ to Film in High River this Summer

    New Series ‘Tin Star’ to Film in High River this Summer

    HIGH RIVER, AB: A new television series called ‘Tin Star’ produced by Kudos Film and Television will begin shooting in High River in June. The series was created by acclaimed British director and screenwriter Rowan Joffe. “High River often provides film companies with a very attractive location for filming; we have the perfect setting surrounded…

  • Apple Pay Now in Hands of ATB Customers

    Apple Pay Now in Hands of ATB Customers

      Edmonton — Starting now, ATB Financial MasterCard customers have a new, easy, secure and private way to pay that’s fast and convenient. Say hello to Apple Pay. Apple Pay allows ATB customers to use their iOS devices for everyday transactions, such as grabbing a coffee or picking up groceries. Apple Pay is easy to use, easy…

  • Help John Barlow in his Ride to Horizon

    Help John Barlow in his Ride to Horizon

    On Saturday, July 30th, 2016, John Barlow is participating in the 2016 Foothills Ride to Horizon. He will be biking from the Bar U Ranch to Bragg Creek in support of Easter Seals Camp Horizon. The funds raised go towards providing children with disabilities and medical conditions the opportunity to experience a true summer camp experience tailored to their needs.…

  • White Lion Christian Taekwondo and Foothills Christian Martial Arts for Global Citizenship

    White Lion Christian Taekwondo and Foothills Christian Martial Arts for Global Citizenship

    (Submitted) Turner Valley, AB – Did you know there are actually more humans in slavery today then in any other time in history? On Saturday the 30th, White Lion Taekwondo and Foothills Christian Martial Arts joined forces with other martial arts students across Canada to participate in a fundraising campaign that will help fight back…

  • A Message from the High Country Rural Crime Watch

    A Message from the High Country Rural Crime Watch

    The fire in Fort McMurray now covers an area the size of Calgary. Our hearts go out to those affected. To help, you can contribute on-line to the Alberta Fires Appeal sponsored by the Canadian Red Cross where each donation by an individual will be matched by the Government of Canada. Its location is at: https://donate.redcross.ca/ea-action/action?&ea.client.id=1951&ea.campaign.id=50639 or…

  • Turner Valley School News – Spring has Arrived

    Turner Valley School News – Spring has Arrived

    The month of May has arrived with great weather and opportunities for us to be outside. May also promises to be a busy time here at Turner Valley School as well. But first I want to say a big thank-you to those that helped with the spring theater production. What a great show, the kids really did an outstanding performance and the…

  • It’s Cool to Work Safely in the Heat

    It’s Cool to Work Safely in the Heat

    The first heat wave of the year means those who work outdoors should take precautions to avoid health risks. Employers and workers should be aware of the early signs of heat stress and treat it right away: headache dizziness and fatigue dehydration heavy sweating muscle cramps changes to breathing and pulse rate. These symptoms can…

  • Poem to Provide Hope to Fort McMurray

    Poem to Provide Hope to Fort McMurray

    I wrote this poem of hope as I was walking around downtown Lethbridge and thinking about how fortunate I am compared to many others. I dedicated the poem to those affected by the fires in Fort McMurray and I think it would raise spirits and motivate people to help.   Do we really take the…

  • AHS Weekly Wellness News: Unmasking Men’s Mental Health

    AHS Weekly Wellness News: Unmasking Men’s Mental Health

    Overall, women are about twice as likely as men to be diagnosed with a mental illness. Part of the reason for this is that men only make about two thirds as many doctor visits as women do. And when men do see a doctor, they are often reluctant to talk about what’s really bothering them,…

  • Taber RCMP attend fatal collision on Highway 36

    Taber RCMP attend fatal collision on Highway 36

    Taber, Alta – At approximately 8:00 A.M. Sunday morning, Taber RCMP responded to a fatal collision on Highway 36, 1.5 kms. north of Taber.  A pick up truck was travelling North bound an collided with a south bound semi truck and trailer. A 39 year old taber resident died in the crash.  The semi truck driver has been airlifted…

  • Tim Hortons Donates $100,000 to Fort McMurray Wildfire Relief Efforts

    Tim Hortons Donates $100,000 to Fort McMurray Wildfire Relief Efforts

      Our thoughts are with those who have been affected by the wildfires in the Fort McMurray area. We are supporting with a multi-level program, reinforcing our unwavering commitment to our communities. To help with relief efforts, Tim Hortons is making a $100,000 donation to the Canadian Red Cross Alberta Fires Appeal. We have also…

  • From My Bookshelf: Featuring Alice Hoffman and Allen Eskers

    From My Bookshelf: Featuring Alice Hoffman and Allen Eskers

    By Lynn Willoughby The Marriage of Opposites ~ Alice Hoffman This novel had some interesting history, especially in regards to the setting.  It is the early 1800s on the island of St Thomas which is governed by Denmark. The small Jewish community here has been allowed to run their businesses and live their lives in…

  • High River Tree Bylaw Updated to Allow Property Owners to Maintain Boulevards

    High River Tree Bylaw Updated to Allow Property Owners to Maintain Boulevards

    HIGH RIVER, AB: Council made an amendment to the Town’s Tree Protection Bylaw regarding the maintenance of boulevards adjacent to personal and business properties at its regular meeting on April 25. The purpose of the amendment is to give responsibility for grass cutting of boulevards to the landowners of properties adjacent to Town of Higher…

  • Alberta Moves Forward to Create Greater Economic Prosperity and Certainty for First Nations and Industry

    Alberta Moves Forward to Create Greater Economic Prosperity and Certainty for First Nations and Industry

    The Alberta government has introduced legislation to repeal Bill 22, the Aboriginal Consultation Levy Act, an important first step in renewing the consultation process with Alberta First Nations. “Consultation in Alberta can’t be one-sided. Repealing Bill 22 is the first step towards a credible consultation process that meets the evolving needs of First Nations, industry…