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Measles exposures at Two Hills and Vegreville emergency rooms

Measles exposures at Two Hills and Vegreville emergency rooms

There are two confirmed cases of measles in Two Hills according to Alberta Health Services.
Alberta woman convicted of nearly $500,000 in fraud sentenced to 2 years in prison, full restitution

Alberta woman convicted of nearly $500,000 in fraud sentenced to 2 years in prison, full restitution

Victim Larry Sundberg says siphoning over two years left him without a retirement
Polar plungers raise thousands for Helping Hand Fund

Polar plungers raise thousands for Helping Hand Fund

Just over $8,000 collected to help disadvantaged kids in the community have opportunities to play sports
Parks Canada looking at measures to limit vehicle access at Lake Louise, Lake Minnewanka in future years: study

Parks Canada looking at measures to limit vehicle access at Lake Louise, Lake Minnewanka in future years: study

“We had over four million visitors last year in Banff National Park, and news break, we expect this to keep growing."
Portage College partners with town of Fox Creek on project to explore using fungi to fight wildfires

Portage College partners with town of Fox Creek on project to explore using fungi to fight wildfires

The project will involve members of the research team collecting fungi from a forested area near Fox Creek and studying them for their wood-composting capabilities to potentially minimize the hazards of forest fires.
Orphaned cougars find permanent home after hunter killed mother near Canmore

Orphaned cougars find permanent home after hunter killed mother near Canmore

“During their time with us, our Animal Health team gave them a full physical examination, confirming they are male and female siblings."
Foothills County seniors denied tax relief after losing home in fire

Foothills County seniors denied tax relief after losing home in fire

After a devastating fire in January, the County won't reduce taxes owing on the rural property.
Banff mayor says Alberta premier's claims federal mismanagement putting Banff in danger of wildfire 'unsubstantiated'

Banff mayor says Alberta premier's claims federal mismanagement putting Banff in danger of wildfire 'unsubstantiated'

“Parks Canada has been at the forefront of the new measures. Unfortunately, these efforts are challenged by the dramatic effects of climate change. Our summers are hotter and drier, and we have more extreme weather events, resulting in a longer season of persistent wildfire threat.”
Cold Lake mayor criticizes Prime Minister Carney's review of F-35 purchase, urges focus on military readiness

Cold Lake mayor criticizes Prime Minister Carney's review of F-35 purchase, urges focus on military readiness

Prime Minister Mark Carney reaffirmed on Tuesday at a press conference in Halifax that his government would examine ways to adjust the planned purchase of 88 Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter jets if the Liberals win the upcoming general election on April 28. 
2025 Alberta senior AA men’s provincial hockey championship cancelled

2025 Alberta senior AA men’s provincial hockey championship cancelled

Vanberg Cup-winning Innisfail Eagles ‘very disappointed’ with the sudden news April 3 - 6 Lethbridge event no longer being held, says team head coach
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