By Rob VogtAt 1:55 p.m. today, cell phoners will go off, messages will flash across television screens and more as Alberta will take part in a scheduled test of the National Public Alerting System.An Alberta Emergency Alert test will be issued at 1:55 p.m. across multiple channels including television, radio, wireless devices, websites, social media, the Alberta Emergency Alert mobile … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Eric Chatterton has always wanted to help people and serve his community.He found the right position to fulfill both those goals five years ago on a snowy night when he attended an open house held by the Claresholm Fire Department at the fire hall.Chatterton joined the fire department soon after and, five years later, is a captain.He … Read more…
September 03, 2025 Media inquiries The Alberta Sheriffs have shut down a problem property in Lethbridge where complaints of illegal activity prompted more than 50 police visits since 2024. The Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods (SCAN) unit of the Alberta Sheriffs obtained a court order against the property owner of 1212 10 Avenue North. The property will be closed for 90 … Read more…
August 01, 2025 Media inquiries Wildfire activity is set to increase this weekend. Albertans are urged to take precautions to prevent wildfires caused by human activity. The majority of wildfires are human-caused. Before heading out this long weekend, download the Fire Bans App or check for fire bans by visiting albertafirebans.ca. If there isn’t a fire ban in your area, … Read more…
July 25, 2025 Media inquiries Thunderstorms moving across the boreal forest sparked new wildfires; cooler weather conditions are helping to suppress wildfire activity. Current situation (as of 3 p.m., July 25) There are 56 wildfires currently burning across Alberta in the Forest Protection Area, and three mutual aid fires. 12 are classified as out of control, 11 are being held … Read more…
July 22, 2025 Media inquiries Cooler temperatures and higher humidity are helping firefighters contain existing wildfires. Current situation (as of 3 p.m., July 22) There are 61 wildfires currently burning across Alberta in the Forest Protection Area, and three mutual aid fires. 16 are classified as out of control, 12 are being held and 33 are under control. There have … Read more…
The ongoing friction between Charter rights and confidence in the justice system (Pt.1) By Cal Braid, Local Journalism Initiative reporter Bail hearings play out on a regular basis in Alberta courts and most of them don’t get coverage. Oftentimes, it’s not because the cases aren’t worthy of publicity, it’s because there are ethical implications involved. ‘Accused’ and ‘charged’ don’t mean ‘guilty,’ … Read more…