Beyond Local

Emergency visa applications for Ukrainians fleeing war to end today

OTTAWA — Canada is expected to close applications for temporary emergency visas offered to Ukrainians fleeing Russian aggression today — but hasn't announced whether it plans to offer long-term refuge.

Jul 15, 2023 8:17 AM Read more >

Another smokey weekend forecast for Alberta

Smoke from wildfires is forecasted to blanket the province this weekend. Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) issued a special air quality alert for most of Alberta on Friday.

Jul 14, 2023 4:30 PM Read more >

Pound Rescue holding adopt-a-thon tomorrow

Visit with some cute puppies (like there are any other kind) at an adoption event at No Frills in Okotoks.

Jul 14, 2023 4:00 PM Read more >

George Canyon, Aaron Pritchett among Bert Church LIVE Theatre's fall season offerings

Bert Church Live Theatre has a little something for everybody as it gets set to open the curtain on its 2023/ 2024 season.

Jul 14, 2023 3:00 PM Read more >

In a class of her own

Only Shailyn Callihoo in Swan Hills School’s Class of 2023

Jul 14, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

County uses new mapping tool to show preferred sites for future solar and wind development projects

“A tool like this could be precedent-setting in the Calgary region,” Boscariol told committee members.

Jul 14, 2023 12:00 PM Read more >

Blue-green algae advisory issued for Nakamun Lake

Advisories also in effect for Thunder Lake and Lac Ste. Anne

Jul 14, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >

Car seized and 15-day license suspension granted in speeding case

A motorist pulled over in Southern Alberta for excessive speed is also suspected of being "extremely intoxicated".

Jul 14, 2023 10:45 AM Read more >

Live musical performances in Carstairs to benefit those impacted by tornado

Dustin Farr is headlining the Mountain View Tornado Benefit Concert on July 29 at the Carstairs Memorial Arena.

Jul 14, 2023 9:45 AM Read more >

WATCH: Humongous $200M superyacht docks in Vancouver

Superyachts are known to frequent the waters off B.C., and a recent arrival in Vancouver is drawing attention.

Jul 14, 2023 8:45 AM Read more >