Town of Bashaw council discusses beautification committee
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Town of Bashaw council discusses beautification committee

The Town of Bashaw council is considering formalizing its beautification committee through a bylaw instead of policy, allowing for greater authority and structure. Councillors discussed desired terms for the committee, including member tenure and flexibility requirements. Additionally, they addressed updates on the fire department and library board appointments.
Medical Examiner in Newfoundland has begun tracking gambling as a risk factor in suicides
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Medical Examiner in Newfoundland has begun tracking gambling as a risk factor in suicides

Brad Glynn of Lifewise NL emphasizes the importance of tracking gambling as a suicide risk factor in Newfoundland and Labrador. The Chief Medical Examiner's Office has begun collecting relevant data, addressing a previously neglected area. Enhanced understanding could inform prevention efforts, although details on practical methodologies remain scarce.
Cutbacks at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada will have real and long-term impact on field research
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Cutbacks at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada will have real and long-term impact on field research

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada plans to cut 655 positions and close seven agricultural research facilities, prompting backlash from the National Farmers Union. Critics stress that these cuts threaten vital research necessary for crop production and sustainability, risking Canada's agricultural future. The call is for increased investment rather than reductions in public agricultural research.
Three month search for family dog comes to happy ending
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Three month search for family dog comes to happy ending

At the time of her rescue, Chilli had been missing since December 13, when she had been spooked by the sound of the chainsaw Toope’s husband was using to chop up firewood near the Secure plant by Lodgepole. As Chilli was a rescue dog, Toope and her husband didn’t know much about her history prior to her adoption three years ago. They didn’t think it would be a big deal to take her out to get firewood and didn’t realize the sound of a chainsaw would send her running.
Camrose landlord complains of stolen appliances from former tenant – Camrose Police Report
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Camrose landlord complains of stolen appliances from former tenant – Camrose Police Report

From February 22 to 28, 2026, Camrose Police reported two vehicle collisions without injuries, a Check Stop with no issues, and multiple incidents including public intoxication, theft of $2,000 worth of merchandise, trespassing, and arrests for outstanding warrants. Other incidents involved drug-related obstruction and an animal bylaw offense.
Provincial budget sets $446 million in road and bridge upgrades in Northern Alberta
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Provincial budget sets $446 million in road and bridge upgrades in Northern Alberta

The northern Alberta budget highlights significant capital spending, primarily on highway and bridge improvements totaling $446 million, alongside funding for 22 school projects. Despite a 35 percent increase in health care funding, no specific health projects were included. The budget anticipates deficits amid rising costs and population growth.
Red Deer hospital’s $1 billion dominates central Alberta list of provincial spending
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Red Deer hospital’s $1 billion dominates central Alberta list of provincial spending

The provincial budget for central Alberta allocates $1 billion to redevelop Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre over three years, contributing to a total $4.9 billion capital spending increase. Other funding includes $3.3 billion for school projects, $191 million for local governments, and various infrastructure improvements. Consecutive deficits of nearly $29 billion are projected.