Town of Hanna council hears about mental health calls
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Town of Hanna council hears about mental health calls

The Town of Hanna council discussed police challenges with mental health calls during a recent meeting. RCMP commander S/Sgt. Rob Welsman provided a quarterly update, noting static crime rates and emphasizing community policing priorities, including traffic enforcement, community engagement, and monitoring offenders. Mayor Povaschuk highlighted rising oilfield crime concerns.
Flagstaff council advocates against closure of research facilities
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Flagstaff council advocates against closure of research facilities

At a March 11 meeting, Flagstaff County Council heard from farmer Ken Eshpeter, who voiced concerns over the potential closure of the Lacombe federal research station. Eshpeter emphasized the importance of continuous agricultural research and urged council members to advocate against the closure, which he believes would harm Alberta's farming community.
Portrait of young female farmer standing in soybean field examining crop
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Alberta women ‘never on sidelines’ of farming, MLA says

Alberta farms increasingly depend on women with post-secondary education taking leadership roles, as highlighted by MLA Tara Sawyer in relation to the UN International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026. Historically, Alberta women have played crucial roles in agriculture, and currently, 20,000 female farm operators contribute significantly to the industry.
Parkinson Association of Alberta urges public to take part in Sit ‘N Stand Challenge
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Parkinson Association of Alberta urges public to take part in Sit ‘N Stand Challenge

The Parkinson Association of Alberta is encouraging residents to support those with Parkinson's disease during April's Awareness Month by participating in the Sit ‘N Stand Challenge. The goal is to complete 500,000 sit-to-stands to promote movement and solidarity. The association also offers events to raise awareness and support the community.
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.
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.