Beyond Local

COMMENTARY: Oil flowed while Jasper burned

The tearful performance of Premier Danielle Smith on the conflagration that engulfed Jasper seemed somewhat melodramatic, as oil continued to flow unimpeded through the Trans Mountain pipeline.

Aug 23, 2024 6:30 AM Read more >

Major Canadian railway shutdowns pose large risk to forestry industry

Supply chains as well as sawmills and pulp producers across Canada at risk due to recent major freight traffic shutdowns.

Aug 22, 2024 11:48 PM Read more >

SPCA investigates abandoned Shiba Inus north of Calgary

The Shiba Inu Society of Alberta (SISA) stated online on July 31 that they were following a suspected dumping case of several Shiba Inu in the Crossfield, Carstairs area.

Aug 22, 2024 4:45 PM Read more >

Early repair work on Calgary feeder main has begun

Beginning Monday, water restrictions will prohibit water use and reduced indoor water use is encouraged.

Aug 22, 2024 3:15 PM Read more >

Over 1,000 items donated in school supply drive for Jasper

Sixteen teachers lost homes in Jasper are being uplifted by generosity Amazon supply drive to replenish their classrooms ahead of schools opening Sept. 17

Aug 22, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

Man dead after plane crashes in eastern Alberta near Saskatchewan boundary: RCMP

The RCMP says a man has died in a plane crash in eastern Alberta near the Saskatchewan boundary.

Aug 22, 2024 2:21 PM Read more >

RCMP use tear gas on man who used hockey stick as spear, threw feces at officers

Emergency Response Team called in after accused attempted to spear police officers with a sharpened hockey stick, threw human feces at them

Aug 22, 2024 2:08 PM Read more >

18-year-old arrested for pantsing three women in Hinton and Edson

Earlier this week, Mounties reported that a suspect had approached three random women from behind in public areas, forcibly pulled their pants down and took a photo each time.

Aug 22, 2024 1:35 PM Read more >

Volunteers helping Jasper residents recover items from fire-torched homes

Volunteers sifting through ash, rubble of homes destroyed by wildfire to reunite families with cherished valuables.

Aug 22, 2024 1:15 PM Read more >

Jasper re-entry: Officials working on residential debris removal plan

"The plan will ensure efficient and effective debris removal in residential areas, prioritizing the protection of people and the environment."

Aug 22, 2024 12:00 PM Read more >