New distillery-bistro to be built in downtown Okotoks
Construction on the distillery-bistro is expected to begin later this year, with an anticipated opening date in early 2020. Continue reading
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Amber Alert cancelled after boy abducted by mother from Edmonton school found safe
The Edmonton Police Service has cancelled an Amber Alert for an eight-year-old boy who they say was abducted by his mother from Waverley Elementary School on Friday afternoon. Continue reading
Century-old Blackfoot headdress found in thrift store returned to Alberta First Nation
The Blackfoot headdress is in good condition for its age and its feathers and beadwork are largely intact. Continue reading
‘Our main concern is starvation’: How bees survive a cold, late winter in Okotoks
Alberta’s long cold snap has beekeepers across the province concerned that the longer winter drags on, the more likely the weather could kill off some honey bees. Continue reading
Calgary descendant of Blackfoot woman who survived 1870 massacre creates production telling her story
By Gil Tucker Reporter
A Calgary writer-director stages a story of an ancestor who survived massacre of Blackfoot people: “[to] give her back that voice that continues to my bloodline.” Continue reading
On-demand transit coming to Okotoks
Learn more about an on-demand transit service set to roll in Okotoks in fall 2019. Continue reading
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Embracing visible differences: 2 Albertans with Moebius Syndrome share valuable lessons
By Jill Croteau Reporter
Kelsey Ferrill was born with Moebius Syndrome, a rare condition that impacts facial muscles that are partially paralyzed. Continue reading
Okotoks family fears they will be forced to leave Canada following permanent residence rejection
By Blake Lough Digital Journalist
“For a family that is contributing to the community, that is not sucking any resources from Canada – they are contributing – the idea of sending them home? I can’t wrap my head around it,” family friend Inge French said. Continue reading
Woman charged after allegedly ramming stolen pickup truck into RCMP vehicles in Okotoks
A woman was arrested at the scene and taken to the hospital with minor injuries, police said. Continue reading
House a total loss after fire north of Okotoks, Alta.
The fire is not considered suspicious and there were no reports of injuries, Okotoks fire said Tuesday. Continue reading