Beyond Local

Gas prices down slightly from record highs earlier this week

Gasoline prices in Canada have declined slightly just before the May long weekend, but it's still expected to be a pricey summer at the pumps. As of midday Friday, the average retail price at the pump across Canada was $1.

May 21, 2022 2:15 PM Read more >

Dairy truck takes a spill in Downtown Cochrane

No, that white stuff covering a street on in Cochrane, Alberta isn't snow... it's milk

May 21, 2022 9:15 AM Read more >

Cabinet delivers standing ovation as Alberta Premier Kenney stays on as UCP leader

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney says he is staying in the top job to maintain "continuity" until a new leader of his United Conservative Party is chosen.

May 20, 2022 6:15 PM Read more >

More than 250,000 packets of cigarettes recalled in Canada — due to fire hazard

Yes, apparently they burn their full length too much and may start a fire on textiles, etc. if dropped. Who knew...

May 20, 2022 4:15 PM Read more >

Community to meet to discuss proposed feedlot near fragile Alberta recreational lake

Cottage owners and farmers who say a proposed feedlot threatens the water quality of a popular lake are to gather this weekend to discuss how they can keep making their case to the regulatory body that will rule on the project.

May 20, 2022 12:15 PM Read more >

Kenney will remain at UCP helm until new leader is chosen

The premier isn't leaving his post just yet.

May 20, 2022 8:45 AM Read more >

Jean not surprised by Kenney's departure, MLA now seeks Premier job

Local MLA Brian Jean will run for Premier after Kenney's resignation following trust vote results

May 19, 2022 4:45 PM Read more >

Danielle Smith will run for UCP leader

Danielle Smith said Thursday she will run for the leader of the UCP amidst Jason Kenney's resignation.

May 19, 2022 1:15 PM Read more >

Jail 'Freedom Convoy' organizer Tamara Lich again, Crown argues in Ottawa court

"Freedom Convoy" organizer Tamara Lich is accused of breaching her bail conditions and the Crown argues she should go back to back in jail until her trial.

May 19, 2022 10:50 AM Read more >

Inmate receives 18-month sentence for assault with weapon

An inmate charged with assault with a weapon stemming from a July 2021 incident at the Drumheller Institution has had an 18-month concurrent sentence handed down.

May 18, 2022 3:15 PM Read more >