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Mule riders from France welcomed with Cochrane hospitality

Mule riders from France welcomed with Cochrane hospitality

Travellers and members of an international riding guild from France had the opportunity to share their story and experience some old-fashioned Cochrane kindness during their journey on the back of mules from Hummingbird Creek to Lethbridge.
Permanent Banff Ave pedestrian zone under discussion

Permanent Banff Ave pedestrian zone under discussion

“It’s exploratory in nature, and it doesn’t bind us to a path, except to open this up to a broad discussion on the possibilities and on obtaining more information and feedback."
Airdrie musician and member of renowned Alberta band hits CCMA stage

Airdrie musician and member of renowned Alberta band hits CCMA stage

“When we started, it was just meant to be for fun. [We thought] we can just play some rodeos around Stampede time, and the band ended up taking on a life of its own, and here we are,” Rox said.
Metro Vancouver gas prices set to top North American record

Metro Vancouver gas prices set to top North American record

West Coast supply problems are leading to record gas prices in Vancouver, says one expert.
Inflation, strong U.S. dollar will weigh on snowbirds' plans, experts say

Inflation, strong U.S. dollar will weigh on snowbirds' plans, experts say

High inflation and a strong U.S. dollar will weigh heavily on Canadian snowbirds this winter, experts say.
Brian Sutter steps down as Innisfail Eagles coach

Brian Sutter steps down as Innisfail Eagles coach

NHL hockey legend calls it a day after leading senior men's hockey team in Innisfail for the past decade
Airdrie resident sees first-episode success on Family Feud Canada

Airdrie resident sees first-episode success on Family Feud Canada

The Selk family – including team captain Levi, who lives in Airdrie – is $10,000 richer after successfully winning their episode of Family Feud Canada last night. 
'Perplexing problem': Whale mystery solved by B.C. scientists

'Perplexing problem': Whale mystery solved by B.C. scientists

A new study sheds light on why whales don't get brain damage when they swim.
Highway 63 crash claims two Edmonton men

Highway 63 crash claims two Edmonton men

Head-on collision closed the road Sunday night
Alberta motorist receives 13th distracted driving conviction in Airdrie

Alberta motorist receives 13th distracted driving conviction in Airdrie

"Obviously, this person is struggling with following the law with regard to leaving the phone alone," Turnbull said.
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