Quality entertainment coming to Hoosier
People in rural communities who are accustomed to driving long distances to enjoy quality entertainment are about to be pleasantly surprised.
Child abuse prevention month
October is National Child Abuse Prevention Month in Canada and the nine Child and Youth Advocacy Centres (CYACs) across Alberta are coming together to raise awareness…
Danielle Smith sworn in as Premier of AB
Lt.-Gov. Salma Lakhani conducted the swearing-in and administered the oath of office to Premier Smith at an event attended by the Premier’s family…
Documentary reveals Albertans have lost confidence in EMS system
Health Sciences Association of Alberta (HSAA) President Mike Parker reacts to last night’s airing of a CTV Documentary on the crisis in emergency medical services (EMS) in Alberta.
SCHS: Igniting Minds, Kindling Hearts and Forging Futures
The first seven weeks are complete at South Central, and a number of accomplishments have taken place and students are experiencing success in many different areas.
AHS lowers recommended age for breast cancer screening
Many Alberta women are now able to start biennial (every two years) breast cancer screening sooner following changes to clinical practice guidelines.
Pop 89: Hold hands not devices
Last night I dreamt I was lost in Grasslands National Park. And I didn’t have cell reception! Big deal, I said upon waking.
Check It Out: Encouraging news
Recently a teacher took her class to the library, and found one of her students reading his favourite genre ... cookbooks.
The Klarenbach Report, Oct 18
Peter Pakosh was born on June 11, 1911, and raised on a farm southwest of Mikado, Saskatchewan. Following high school in Canora, Peter attended engineering college in Winnipeg…
Devine’s Upgraders, Part 5: Were the Regina and Lloydminster upgraders worth it?
In addition to the billions upon billions spent in capital costs and wages to develop the Lloydminster and Regina upgrader projects, one must also look at the revenue…
CFSEA Selected as Trusted Partner to Assign Platinum Jubilee Medals
The Community Foundation of Medicine Hat and Southeastern Alberta has been selected by the Government of Alberta as a trusted partner to assign five Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Medals.
Prairie Lithium converts exploration permits to lithium leases
When you’re first exploring for minerals in Saskatchewan, you take out an exploration permit on the lands you’re looking at.
Day of Rural Women: Associate Minister Armstrong-Homeniuk
Associate Minister of Status of Women Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk issued this statement recognizing the 10th International Day of Rural Women…
Check your soil account balance
Soil nutrient analysis is like a balance slip from the bank. By checking the balance this fall, farms can set fertilizer rates specific to the needs and yield potential of each field.
Flu vaccine available in Alberta next week
Albertans over 65 are eligible to receive a high-dose flu vaccine, while those aged six months to 64 years will receive the regular dose.
BA.4 and BA. 5 COVID-19 bivalent vaccine available soon
Beginning Oct. 24, the bivalent Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine booster, which includes the Omicron BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants, will be available in Alberta for those 12 years and older.
Acadia Valley News Oct 13
It’s a balmy +1 here this morning as I sit down to write the news this week. I’m sure starting to notice how short the days have become.
Oyens’ firefighters are passionate about serving
The Oyen Volunteer Fire Department consists of a team of 18 members plus two new recruits. Shaune Kovitch took on the position of Fire Chief…
Pop 89: Don’t Mess With Them
On the 23rd of this month, I’m giving a talk at The Jasper Centre in Maple Creek on some Victorian-era Not-to-Be-Trifled-with Women.
Ag for Life to Host 9th Annual Harvest Gala
After a two-year hiatus due to COVID, Agriculture for Life (Ag for Life) is excited to once again host the popular Harvest Gala; a special event celebrating Alberta agriculture…