By Cathy Ellis – The Jasper Fitzhugh JASPER – The president and chief executive officer of Parks Canada says the out-of-control wildfire is still burning in the Jasper townsite despite what he says has been “ongoing determined and courageous collective efforts of all partners involved.” “It is with heavy hearts that we report that this aggressive and fast-moving fire continues … Read more…
Harvey Antoine Bourassa of Fort Macleod, passed away peacefully at the Community Support Beds in Fort Macleod on Sunday, July 14, 2024, at the age of 94 years. He is survived by his special lady friend Janet Watmough, his children Kathy (Ted Kerber), Ken, and Terry; grandchildren Kory (Sandy), Derian (Sophie), Austin (Saya), Morgan, Angelica, Juliette; great grandchildren Tyler, Tanner … Read more…
May 20, 1960 – July 5, 2024It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of Anita Walker at the age of 64 years.Anita grew up in Saskatoon and Regina, spending many summers at the family cottage at Candle Lake before moving to Alberta where she met her husband Rick. They met while working in Banff and where … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe weather may be reaching record temperatures but it wasn’t too hot for skaters and bikers on Friday.That was the day the Claresholm Skatepark officially opened to the public.The new facility, located south of the town office at 111 – 55th Avenue West, covers 7,300 square feet, and cost $467,671.50, up from the original estimate of about $300,000.Lisa … Read more…
By George Lee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Opportunity knocks — right now — for rural Albertans willing to embark on trades and technology careers, Advanced Education Minister Rajan Sawhney said recently. And the kicker is that those who choose apprenticeship, certificate or diploma programs won’t necessarily be forced to leave behind their home communities for the bright lights of Calgary or … Read more…
By Justin Sibbet, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A warm day on the water can quickly become a worst nightmare in mere seconds, but mere seconds may also prevent such a catastrophe. Next week is National Drowning Prevention Week, with July 25 being recognized as World Drowning Prevention Day. The World Health Organization’s (WHO) theme this year for World Drowning Prevention Day … Read more…
By Jesse Boily, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter While out on life-saving training, the Grande Prairie Technical Search and Rescue (GPTSR) team was the victim of the theft of “multiple items essential for emergency response.” The theft occurred at the 17.5 KM Canfor Bridge Wednesday, July 10, between 7:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. “It is truly disheartening to have items stolen from … Read more…