Lethbridge youth selected as honouree in Canada-wide contest
Alberta rancher pulls stuck calf out of badger hole
Spring frost grips central, southern Alberta May long weekend
Waterton Lakes National Park rebuilds following 2017 Kenow wildfire
12 arrested by Lethbridge police during targeted enforcement project
Alberta drops ‘prohibition-era’ liquor restrictions ahead of May long weekend
Wildfire near Edson forces evacuations; Highway 16 to reopen at midnight
By Kim Smith Reporter
On Sunday at 6:30 p.m., RCMP said the wildfire had jumped Highway 16 and was burning on both sides of the road. Continue reading
‘Sit there, have a drink’: Campers now consume liquor at Alberta parks during May long weekend
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
On Thursday, Premier Jason Kenney relaxed the rules around liquor consumption in provincial parks, allowing them to be consumed by adults at campsites. Continue reading
Deutsche Bank employees flagged suspicious Trump, Kushner transactions: NYT
The Times said the transactions, some of which involved Trump’s now-defunct foundation, set off alerts in a computer system designed to detect illicit activity, according to the former bank employees. Continue reading
New Alberta education minister addresses teachers’ conference
By Albert Delitala Digital Journalist
Following a contentious election campaign, Alberta’s new education minister addressed the Alberta Teachers’ Association for the first time on Saturday. Continue reading
Environmental groups say Premier Jason Kenney’s ‘war room’ threats won’t distract them
“The war room makes for good theatre, but the people who follow this closely are going to look at this as amateur hour,” said Keith Stewart of Greenpeace. Continue reading
‘Game of Thrones’ series finale surprises with unexpected ending
On Sunday night, viewers finally learned the fate of their favourite characters from Westeros in a slow-paced, pensive finale. Continue reading
72 hours of steady rain soaks southern Alberta
By Tiffany Lizée Meteorologist
In 72 hours, up to 72 millimetres of rain drenched southern Alberta as an upper trough pushed across the province. Continue reading
Wildfire danger ‘extreme’ in Slave Lake: Alberta Wildfire
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
The elevated danger is due to “strong and gusty winds” that could cause a fire to burn intensely and spread quickly, according to Alberta Wildfire. Continue reading
Toronto Raptors beat Bucks in double OT, giving team lifeline in Eastern finals
The Raptors trail Milwaukee 2-1 in the best-of-seven series heading into Tuesday’s Game 4. Continue reading
IndyCar dream still alive for Red Deer driver
By Adam Brilz Radio anchor/reporter
A Red Deer racer’s goal to compete in one of the world’s biggest open wheel series will continue on, for now. Continue reading
Mom of 5 killed in hit and run on central Alberta road
Rocky Mountain House RCMP are investigating after a pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run collision on the Sunchild First Nation early Friday morning. Continue reading
Halifax Mooseheads beat Guelph Storm, securing semifinal spot in Memorial Cup
Halifax, the only undefeated team remaining at the four-team tournament, has won back-to-back games to open competition and is guaranteed to advance to at least the semifinal regardless of the outcome of its last round-robin game against the Rouyn-Noranda Huskies. Continue reading
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Blairmore physician wins appeal, gets to keep medical licence
A family doctor from Blairmore, Alta., that was found guilty of four charges of unprofessional conduct last year, has won an appeal to keep his medical licence and pay fewer fees. Continue reading
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Coaldale RCMP prepare for May long weekend
By Quinn Campbell Videographer
RCMP are asking drivers to be courteous and cautious when venturing out on the highway and to let off the gas pedal. Continue reading
Hundreds march to protest Alabama abortion ban at state capital
The demonstration came days after Gov. Kay Ivey signed the most stringent abortion law in the nation. Continue reading
‘Game of Thrones’ series finale surprises with unexpected ending
On Sunday night, viewers finally learned the fate of their favourite characters from Westeros in a slow-paced, pensive finale. Continue reading
Researchers alarmed as another adult southern resident killer whale and calf found in poor health
U.S. scientists recently released photos that show the adult known as J17 has deteriorated in health since she was assessed last fall. Continue reading
Wildfire near Edson forces evacuations; Highway 16 to reopen at midnight
By Kim Smith Reporter
On Sunday at 6:30 p.m., RCMP said the wildfire had jumped Highway 16 and was burning on both sides of the road. Continue reading
B.C. pilot, resort owner killed in Honduras plane crash remembered as ‘great person’
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
Friends and family have confirmed that Patrick Forseth was the Canadian pilot killed in a plane crash in Honduras on Saturday along with four American passengers. Continue reading
Toplessness and public nudity in Canada — is it legal?
As Canadians prepare for beach season, here’s a look at the laws, the history and some of the controversy surrounding nudity. Continue reading
Wildfire near Edson forces evacuations; Highway 16 to reopen at midnight
By Kim Smith Reporter
On Sunday at 6:30 p.m., RCMP said the wildfire had jumped Highway 16 and was burning on both sides of the road. Continue reading
‘Sit there, have a drink’: Campers now consume liquor at Alberta parks during May long weekend
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
On Thursday, Premier Jason Kenney relaxed the rules around liquor consumption in provincial parks, allowing them to be consumed by adults at campsites. Continue reading
New Alberta education minister addresses teachers’ conference
By Albert Delitala Digital Journalist
Following a contentious election campaign, Alberta’s new education minister addressed the Alberta Teachers’ Association for the first time on Saturday. Continue reading
Environmental groups say Premier Jason Kenney’s ‘war room’ threats won’t distract them
“The war room makes for good theatre, but the people who follow this closely are going to look at this as amateur hour,” said Keith Stewart of Greenpeace. Continue reading
72 hours of steady rain soaks southern Alberta
By Tiffany Lizée Meteorologist
In 72 hours, up to 72 millimetres of rain drenched southern Alberta as an upper trough pushed across the province. Continue reading
Lethbridge youth selected as honouree in Canada-wide contest
By Chris Chacon Videographer
Hazel Peel-Hodgson’s submission on residential schools landed her a trip to Winnipeg to join others who also share a passion on the subject. Continue reading
Alberta rancher pulls stuck calf out of badger hole
The animal was stuck in the hole anywhere between 12 and 20 hours. Continue reading
Spring frost grips central, southern Alberta May long weekend
By Tiffany Lizée Meteorologist
It was a frosty Sunday morning for parts of southern and central Alberta, and Monday morning could be much the same. Continue reading
Wildfire danger ‘extreme’ in Slave Lake: Alberta Wildfire
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
The elevated danger is due to “strong and gusty winds” that could cause a fire to burn intensely and spread quickly, according to Alberta Wildfire. Continue reading
IndyCar dream still alive for Red Deer driver
By Adam Brilz Radio anchor/reporter
A Red Deer racer’s goal to compete in one of the world’s biggest open wheel series will continue on, for now. Continue reading
Mom of 5 killed in hit and run on central Alberta road
Rocky Mountain House RCMP are investigating after a pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run collision on the Sunchild First Nation early Friday morning. Continue reading
2 people injured in crash on southern Alberta highway
Police are investigating after a two-vehicle collision on a highway near Cowley, Alta., sent two people to hospital on Friday afternoon. Continue reading
Blairmore physician wins appeal, gets to keep medical licence
A family doctor from Blairmore, Alta., that was found guilty of four charges of unprofessional conduct last year, has won an appeal to keep his medical licence and pay fewer fees. Continue reading
Coaldale RCMP prepare for May long weekend
By Quinn Campbell Videographer
RCMP are asking drivers to be courteous and cautious when venturing out on the highway and to let off the gas pedal. Continue reading
Court orders nearly $13 million be paid to Grande Prairie hospital subcontractors
A court has ordered that nearly $13 million in Alberta government funds be paid to subcontractors and others involved in the building of a new hospital in Grande Prairie. Continue reading
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Waterton Lakes National Park rebuilds following 2017 Kenow wildfire
By Chris Chacon Videographer
Millions of dollars of federal funding is being used for various revitalization projects set to be completed this summer. Continue reading
12 arrested by Lethbridge police during targeted enforcement project
Lethbridge Police arrest a dozen people in connection with targeted criminal activity in the downtown area. Continue reading
Edmonton’s new police chief named president of Alberta Association of Chiefs of Police
Edmonton Police Service Chief Dale McFee has been named the new president of the Alberta Association of Chiefs of Police. Continue reading
New PICU ready to open at Stollery Children’s Hospital
By Tom Vernon Provincial Affairs Reporter
The current unit, which treated 670 children in 2018, features beds only separated by curtains, and a lack of furniture for families to spend the nights comfortably. Continue reading
Trio of Saint Bernards settling in to new Calgary digs
By Deb Matejicka Community Reporter
After arriving in Edmonton via another animal rescue agency, it was soon discovered the three massive dogs suffered severe anxiety and stress whenever they were separated. Continue reading
Don’t be one of the 14 deaths this year: Alberta Injury Prevention Centre on ATV safety
By Margeaux Maron Community Reporter
In addition to the deaths, about 550 people will wind up in a hospital bed, while another 5,500 will require emergency room visits. Continue reading
What’s causing fatal crashes on Alberta roads? A reminder ahead of the May long weekend
By Lauren Pullen Digital Journalist
Last May long weekend, 110 people were charged with impaired driving after being stopped by Alberta RCMP, according to Sgt. Darrin Turnbull. Continue reading
Grande Prairie chamber demands solution for unpaid sub-contractors, sub-trades in hospital construction
In July 2018, the province issued a notice of default to the company it deemed responsible for the delayed, costly Grande Prairie Regional Hospital construction. Continue reading
Former Bountiful sect leader James Oler guilty in child bride case
Oler was self-represented and did not call any witnesses or make a case in his defence during the retrial. Continue reading
Lethbridge Public Library welcomes local authors into Indi-Lethbridge 2019 Collection
The Lethbridge Public Library celebrated local authors Thursday at the Indi-Lethbridge 2019 collection. Continue reading
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