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Longview Library News: The Power of the Library Card
By Sylvia Binkley The power of your library card is most impressive. We encourage you to explore all aspects of it. When you become a library member, you will come under the umbrella of the Marigold Library System. It consists of individual libraries organized in a network which collectively serves the needs of residents in…
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Town of Okotoks to Undertake Goldfish Eradication Program
Alberta Environment & Parks, together with the Town of Okotoks, will be treating with rotenone (plant-based chemical) and removing goldfish from the Drake Landing pond. A follow-up treatment to this pond and the Crystalridge storm pond will be undertaken by the Town of Okotoks subsequently. Please note that you may notice lower water levels in these…
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Calgary RCMP Charge Man in Drug Importation Investigation with CBSA
Calgary, Alberta – The RCMP Federal Serious and Organized Crime (FSOC) in Calgary have charged 24-year-old Joshua WRENN of Calgary with one count of Importation of a Controlled Substance and one count of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking a Controlled Substance under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA). In late June, 2016, Canada…
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Bear Activity in the Priddis Area
We just received the following message from Alberta Environment and Parks concerning bear activity in our region: Please be aware that there have been recent sightings of bears in the Priddis area, including a grizzly bear and two cubs. Bears are opportunists and are focused on obtaining as many calories as possible as they move into…
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RCMP Southern Alberta – Missing Youth, Property Damage and Scam
Seeking Public Assistance to Locate Rosecelinda (Rosie) Sung Airdrie, Alberta – The Airdrie RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a 16 year old female from Airdrie, Alberta. On August 5th, 2016 the Airdrie were notified that Rosecelinda (Rosie) Sung had not returned home after she was dropped off at an appointment in Airdrie on August 4th…
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The Role of Sharing Data in Ending Homelessness
By Nick Falvo On May 4, 2016, approximately 40 people attended the First Annual Canadian Homelessness Data Sharing Initiative, sponsored in Calgary by the Calgary Homeless Foundation and the University of Calgary’s School of Public Policy. Those attending included government officials, researchers and students. Here are 10 things to know about the event. The Data Sharing…
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Dawgs Season Comes To A Close
Edmonton, AB…The Dawgs stumble in Game 4 as they lose to the Edmonton Prospects by a score of 10-5 and drop the series 3-1. On the mound Nick Vickers (Northeastern Junior College) went 5 innings allowing 4 earned runs on 5 hits while striking out 6. In relief Taylor Davis (Everette Community College) struggled allowing…
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RCMP Canmore Investigates Missing Person – UPDATE
On Saturday August 6, 2016 at approximately 8:00 pm, Canmore RCMP were called to assist Kananaskis Public Safety for an overdue person near Canmore. It was reported to the RCMP that a man had been planning a “base jump” in the vicinity of Ha Ling Peak or the East End of Rundle Mountain earlier Saturday…
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The City of Calgary Announces Shortlist Authors for W.O. Mitchell Book Prize
The City of Calgary, the Writers’ Guild of Alberta and the 17th Ave Retail & Entertainment District are pleased to announce the shortlist authors for The City of Calgary 2015 W.O. Mitchell Book Prize. It is one of 16 awards presented as part of the Calgary Awards. The three finalists are Sharon Butala for Wild…
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Drugged Driving is Impaired Driving
Last year in Alberta, nearly half of all 24-hour licence suspensions were due to drug impairment. “It comes as a surprise to many people that drunk driving and drugged driving carry the same criminal charges. This is because both substances impair a driver’s ability and increase the likelihood of being involved in a collision.”…
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Bowness Park Mini-Train Back on Track
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Second Annual Ride to Horizon Raises $10,500
High River, AB- On July 29-30 MP John Barlow and his team rode 200km from Crowsnest Pass to the Bar U Ranch and finally to Camp Horizon raising $10,500 for Camp Horizon’s $10 million rejuvenation initiative to replace aging infrastructure and dormitories at the camp. Started in 1965 by the Kinsmen Club of Calgary, Easter…
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Cochrane RCMP Investigate suspicious death
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RCMP Canmore Investigates Missing Person Near Canmore
On Saturday August 6, 2016 at approximately 8:00 pm, Canmore RCMP were called to assist Kananaskis Public Safety for an overdue person near Canmore. It was reported to the RCMP that a man had been planning a “base jump” in the vicinity of Ha Ling Peak or the East End of Rundle Mountain earlier Saturday…
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AHS Weekly Wellness News: Walking for Fitness
Warm summer days and evenings make getting outside for a walk an easy and enjoyable way to add exercise to your day. Health Canada recommends healthy adults under the age of 65 get at least 2.5 hours a week of moderate physical activity. Simply adding a brisk walk to your daily routine can improve overall…
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