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Flock together for the Great Backyard Bird Count

Posted on 13 February 2025 by staff

Share in the joy of birds during the annual Great Backyard Bird Count and help make your community stronger for…Continue Reading

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F.P. Walshe Flyers win Blue and White tournament

Posted on 06 February 2025 by staff

The F.P. Walshe Flyers were unbeatable on their home court last weekend as they claimed the championship of the Blue…Continue Reading

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Fort Macleod Chamber seeks volunteers for board of directors

Posted on 06 February 2025 by Editor

People interested in Fort Macleod’s business community have an opportunity to help chart its growth. The Fort Macleod and District…Continue Reading

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Rotary Club honours Del Hildebrand for 50 years of service

Posted on 06 February 2025 by Editor

The Fort Macleod Rotary Club was looking to fill a hole in its slowpitch lineup in 1975 when it approached Del Hildebrand to join. “We needed a shortstop,” Rotarian Trevor Norlin said. “Somebody said, ‘Get Del. He’s a good shortstop’. And he was a good shortstop.” Hildebrand also proved to be a good Rotarian over…Continue Reading

Wildland firefighters deserve better cancer compensation, NDP says

Posted on 06 February 2025 by George Lee

Wildland firefighters forced off the job by cancer need Alberta’s UCP government to step up and make sure they’re properly…Continue Reading

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STARS lottery marks 40th anniversary

Posted on 30 January 2025 by staff

STARS Lottery Alberta is back with its largest ever prize pool in celebration of STARS’ 40th anniversary. From now until March 27 Albertans can buy tickets for a chance to win thousands of prizes — including three grand prize dream homes — and be part of STARS’ mission to provide critical care, anywhere. “For 40…Continue Reading

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Seniors get 25 per cent discount on camping fees

Posted on 30 January 2025 by Editor

The province last week announced a 25 per cent camping fee discount for seniors. The discount will be available at…Continue Reading

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Alberta creates ’automatic yes framework’ to cut permits, introduce time-limits

Posted on 30 January 2025 by George Lee

The elimination of some permits and a countdown clock for others will entrench Alberta as a North American leader in…Continue Reading

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Catherine MacLellan brings song-writing chops to the Empress

Posted on 30 January 2025 by staff

East Coast performer Catherine MacLellan is making her way to the Empress Theatre on Thursday, Feb. 6 as part of…Continue Reading