Alberta’s immunization program under way
Alberta’s immunization program began last week, offering influenza and COVID-19 vaccine, free of charge, to all Albertan six months of age and older.
Chronic pain self-management program offered in Brooks
Local and area residents living with chronic pain symptoms or supporting someone with a long-term health condition(s) have an opportunity to join a free Alberta Health Services…
RCMP Livestock Investigations Unit investigating dumped cow carcasses
On Oct. 17, 2023, Turner Valley RCMP received a report of dumped cow carcasses in the area of McLean Creek.
Investing in Medicine Hat College
Facility upgrades at Medicine Hat College will create accessible, modernized spaces and improve the student experience.
Charge for possession of drugs
Between June and September of 2023, Drumheller RCMP General Investigative Services (GIS), in conjunction with the Drumheller Institution…
Viva Vitality: Teen Driver Safety Week
October is here, and with it comes the excitement of the fall season. This October is not only accompanied by the falling of leaves and the picking of pumpkins…
Year in review: Statement from Premier Smith
Premier Danielle Smith released the following statement on the one-year anniversary of being sworn in as Premier.
Expanding home support services for Alberta seniors
To help maintain seniors’ well-being, independence and safety in their homes and communities, 15 community organizations have received funding to help them expand their services.
Expanding affordable child care for Alberta
The governments of Alberta and Canada are helping create up to 22,500 affordable private child-care spaces where families need them most.
Brooks RCMP seek witnesses to female falling out of speeding vehicle
On Oct. 4, 2023, at approximately 7 p.m., witnesses reported a red Cadillac Escalade speeding through a construction zone on Silver Sage Road in Brooks…
Investing in ag societies and local communities
Alberta’s government is launching the Agricultural Societies Infrastructure Revitalization Program, a new capital grant that allocates $2.5 million annually to help ag societies update existing facilities.
Viva Vitality: Be a Nutrition Champion
Did you know that 1 in 3 older adults living in the community are at nutrition risk? And 1 in 2 adults admitted to hospital already have malnutrition.
Keeping Canada’s electricity affordable and reliable
Alberta is calling on Canadians to oppose federal regulations that will make electricity more expensive and hurt grid reliability for businesses and families.
Three Hills RCMP apprehend wanted property crime offender
On Sept. 23, 2023, at approximately 5:43 a.m., Three Hills RCMP responded to a suspicious male looking for fuel southwest of Three Hills.
Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial Day: Minister Ellis
Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Services Mike Ellis issued the following statement on Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial Day…
West Nile virus in southeastern Alberta
With warm weather continuing to favour mosquito activity in southern Alberta, Alberta Health Services (AHS) is reminding Albertans to take precautions to protect themselves against West Nile…
Drumheller RCMP and Partners Initiate “Operation Street Sweep”
On September 18th, 2023, Drumheller RCMP General Duty Officers and Drumheller General Investigation Section members, along with key partners…
Drumheller RCMP Arrest Male in Relation to Break and Enter
On June 14th, 2023, Drumheller RCMP responded to a complaint of a Break and Enter of a business located in the 100 block of 3rd Avenue West in Drumheller.
Drugs and firearms charges in Wainwright
On Sept. 20, 2023, Eastern Alberta District Crime Reduction Unit (EAD CRU) and RCMP Police Dog Services assisted Wainwright RCMP and executed a search warrant…
Viva Vitality: It’s my life, and I’m worth saving!
As a trained Quit Core facilitator, it is very rewarding to support people as they embark on their journey to become tobacco free.