By Leah Pelletier, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter BANFF NATIONAL PARK – It’s the smell of fresh paint that takes artist Hali Heavy Shield back to her childhood. From helping her mom, Faye Heavy Shield, install pieces in galleries to learning a craft by her side, Hali’s artistic journey has always been closely tied to her mother’s. “She would have piles of … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, A boil water advisory has been issued for the Hamlet of Granum.The Municipal District of Willow Creek issued the advisory on Sunday, July 13, stating that until further notice the Hamlet of Granum is under a boil water advisory.All water intended for consumption must be brought to a rolling boil for at least one minute before being … Read more…
By Rob Vogt, A case of measles has been reported in Claresholm.On July 9, Alberta Health Services was notified of a person with confirmed measles in the Calgary Zone who has been in a public setting while infectious. Additional locations may be released if necessary.Individuals who were in the Lander Treatment Centre at 221 Fairway Drive during the times June … Read more…
By Rob Vogt More cyclists are on the road now as the summer season gets into full swing.With this increase in bicycle traffic, the Claresholm RCMP is reminding the public to stay mindful of basic bicycle safety practices to help prevent injuries and keep everyone safe.The police encourage everyone to follow these tips for a safe and enjoyable ride this biking … Read more…
Submitted Nanton is fortunate to still have a few of its elevators, when so many small towns have lost theirs. Vulcan’s last wood grain elevator was demolished this past April. It was a 1984 replacement of the original elevator on that site, which was one of Vulcan’s famous Nine In A Line. Cool videos of the demolition can be found … Read more…
By John Watson, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Municipalities across Alberta will no longer investigate themselves when instances of code of conduct violation complaints occur amongst local council members. The Town of Strathmore voted to repeal their local code of conduct bylaw during the June 18 regular meeting of council. “We have yet to see how it is going to roll out, … Read more…
By George Lee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A provincial government order that Alberta schools remove sexually explicit materials from their libraries garnered condemnation yesterday as an example of costly and potentially harmful overreach. NDP education critic Amanda Chapman called the new standards a distraction from critical issues in Alberta’s education system. “Of course materials in schools should be age appropriate,” she … Read more…