Alberta Fish and Wildlife looking for illegal pet turtles that pose ‘potential public health hazard’
Officials believe a Fort McMurray woman purchased the turtles not knowing they were an illegal species. Continue reading
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Crews continue to battle out-of-control wildfires in Alberta’s Peace Region
A wildfire in near Manning, Alta., is expected to grow in the coming days because of high winds and dry conditions. Continue reading
B.C.-Alberta trade worth $30B annually, with economies most intertwined in Canada: report
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Despite their pipeline spat, a new report suggests the two provinces are highly reliant on each other for economic survival. Continue reading
Man charged after vehicle crashes into Edson provincial building
A 35-year-old man has been charged after a vehicle rammed into the provincial building and courthouse in Edson, Alta., over the weekend. Continue reading
Don’t write off Western anger as ‘alienation’ — it runs a whole lot deeper: Calgary professor
“This government does not have a vision of leaving Alberta alone.” said Alberta political scientist Barry Cooper. Continue reading
Cor Van Raay YMCA at ATB Centre in Lethbridge opens its doors to the public
By Chris Chacon Videographer
“What an outstanding day this is for us,” said Jennifer Petracek-Kolb, YMCA CEO. Continue reading
Police investigate collision in northeast Edmonton
The Edmonton Police Service major collision investigation section has taken over the investigation into a collision in the city’s northeast on Saturday. Continue reading
New Elk Island Visitor Information Centre unveiled ahead of busy summer season
Dozens gathered for a grand opening celebration in Elk Island National Park Saturday for the official unveiling of the park’s new visitor information centre. Continue reading
B.C. government files court action to stop Alberta from using ‘turn off the taps’ legislation
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
The B.C. Government has acted swiftly in challenging Alberta’s Bill 12. Continue reading
RCMP investigating after central Alberta shooting sends man to hospital
“No suspects were located and the RCMP does not believe this was a random act,” police said. Continue reading