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Foothills County seniors denied tax relief after losing home in fire

Foothills County seniors denied tax relief after losing home in fire

After a devastating fire in January, the County won't reduce taxes owing on the rural property.
Banff mayor says Alberta premier's claims federal mismanagement putting Banff in danger of wildfire 'unsubstantiated'

Banff mayor says Alberta premier's claims federal mismanagement putting Banff in danger of wildfire 'unsubstantiated'

“Parks Canada has been at the forefront of the new measures. Unfortunately, these efforts are challenged by the dramatic effects of climate change. Our summers are hotter and drier, and we have more extreme weather events, resulting in a longer season of persistent wildfire threat.”
Airdrie to observe Transgender Day of Visibility on Mar. 31

Airdrie to observe Transgender Day of Visibility on Mar. 31

Mar. 31 is Transgender Day of Visibility.
2025 Alberta senior AA men’s provincial hockey championship cancelled

2025 Alberta senior AA men’s provincial hockey championship cancelled

Vanberg Cup-winning Innisfail Eagles ‘very disappointed’ with the sudden news April 3 - 6 Lethbridge event no longer being held, says team head coach
Valemount facing economic crisis after Jasper wildfire closes highways last summer

Valemount facing economic crisis after Jasper wildfire closes highways last summer

The Village has been lobbying the federal, B.C. and Alberta governments for $1.5 million in financial support, which would be distributed to local businesses through a third party.
A little slice of heaven at new church-turned-restaurant in Boyle

A little slice of heaven at new church-turned-restaurant in Boyle

How one Boyle staple preserved the legacy of another
Jasper SkyTram reopens after surviving wildfire last summer

Jasper SkyTram reopens after surviving wildfire last summer

Located within Jasper National Park, the Jasper SkyTram takes visitors to an elevation of 2,263 metres where they can explore Whistlers Peak and take in the panoramic views.
Two collisions with elk reported near Diamond Valley

Two collisions with elk reported near Diamond Valley

Two separate vehicle collisions with three elk were reported to RCMP on the morning of March 25.
RCMP warning about "spoofing" scam where callers claim to be police

RCMP warning about "spoofing" scam where callers claim to be police

The Airdrie RCMP is warning the public about a recent scam involving fraudsters who are using "spoofing" technology to impersonate Canada Post and the RCMP.
U.S. Tariffs on grocery goods leads to uncertainty for shoppers

U.S. Tariffs on grocery goods leads to uncertainty for shoppers

The tariffs, initially set for Feb. 4, have been subject to multiple delays and revisions, creating uncertainty for consumers in small towns where food costs are already higher than in urban centres. The fluctuating tariff policies have made it challenging for local grocers to predict pricing trends, and residents are feeling the impact at the checkout.
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