The Alberta SPCA is facing unprecedented pressure this spring brought on by numerous animal rescues. On April 23 the SPCA…Continue Reading
Burton family, Pincher Creek clinic establish awards supporting future students, rural health care
A Pincher Creek family, along with physicians from a local clinic, have established a pair of University of Lethbridge awards that invest in the next generation of students and the health and well-being of their community. Dr. Beverly Burton and Dr. Tracy Burton, both physicians practising in Pincher Creek, together with their mother Christine, a...Continue Reading
Nature Conservancy of Canada to conserve McIntyre Ranch
Posted 26 April 2024
The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) recently announced the completion of its fund-raising campaign to conserve McIntyre Ranch. The project, located on the Milk River Ridge about 40 miles south of Lethbridge, is a testament to the power of collaboration and community engagement in conserving one of the planet’s most endangered ecosystems, Canada’s Prairie grasslands.…Continue Reading
Water-sharing agreements in place to combat drought
Posted 26 April 2024
Alberta is no stranger to drought. This year water users are working together to prepare for a predicted severe drought.…Continue Reading
Shovels avoid Fort Macleod’s east entrance for at least a year
Posted 26 April 2024
Completion of a local section of Highway 3 realignment is not on the immediate horizon, despite its promise of more…Continue Reading
Highway 3 projects loom large in provincial highways planning
Posted 26 April 2024
With or without federal support, improvements to a major southern Alberta highway continue because of its critical economic importance as…Continue Reading
Holy Cross Church hosts World Day of Prayer
Posted 26 April 2024
The invitation is out for everyone — men, women, and children of all ages — to join the 2024 World…Continue Reading
Eating Disorder Support Network of Alberta celebrates 10 years of supporting recovery
Posted 26 April 2024
The Eating Disorder Support Network of Alberta is celebrating 10 years of providing support, connection, and hope for people living…Continue Reading
RCMP issue warning in wake of fentanyl overdoses
Posted 26 April 2024
The RCMP issued a warning last week about a deadly form of fentanyl in the province. Grande Prairie RCMP received…Continue Reading
Piikani RCMP seek wanted man
Posted 26 April 2024
Piikani Nation RCMP are seeking assistance from the public in locating Shaine Smith, 33, of Lundbreck. Smith is also bound…Continue Reading
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