By Frank McTighe It was an emotional moment at the close of Livingstone Range School Board’s June meeting as trustees said farewell to superintendent Darryl Seguin.Seguin is leaving Livingstone Range for a new position as director and chief executive officer with Sun West School Division in Saskatchewan.“I would just really like to take this opportunity to thank you,” said Lori … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Transforming the structures of democracy begins by transforming the individual.That was one of the messages Donald Lee, an author, economist and teacher, brought to an event at the Stavely Community Centre on Saturday, July 5, hosted by the local chapter of the Alberta Prosperity Project.Lee said he started his third career in 2019 as a spiritual author, … Read more…
By Julie Barker Nanton’s summer season is in full swing.Markets, rodeos, swim meets, and more fill the calendar.Summer in Nanton is shaping up to be one for the books, with July and August offering a lively mix of local events that showcase the heart of the community.Every Saturday through July and August, the Nanton United Church Farmers Market is the … Read more…
Free summer fun at all Alberta museums and sites Alberta makes culture more accessible with free and discounted summer admission for kids and youth at all provincial museums and historic sites until September 2. On July 4, Alberta joined the Canada Strong Pass program to help more people access and enjoy the history and culture our province has to offer. … Read more…
The second weekend in July is one of Alberta’s two annual Family Fishing Weekends, when you can fish without a licence on waterbodies with open fishing seasons. Sportfishing regulations apply all year to anglers of all ages, including during the Family Fishing Weekends. Family Fishing Weekend runs July 12 – 13. Fishing is a fun way for friends and family … Read more…
By John Watson, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Calgary Rural Primary Care Network (CRPN) is aiming to reduce the number of people in the local region who do not have regular healthcare providers. Kim Regular, education and team-based care liaison, explained the program being offered by the CRPN serves to improve access to health screenings for patients, and is the only … Read more…
By Somya Lohia, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Alberta’s recent decision to raise the maximum co-payment for prescription drugs under its seniors and non-group health benefit plans could leave many Pincher Creek residents, particularly seniors on fixed incomes, feeling the financial strain. Starting July 1, the province has increased the co-payment cap by $1 per month for 10 months, rising from the … Read more…