“That kind of hopelessness”: loss of rural services fuelling social problems
Brett McKay Local Journalism Initiative Reporter This is the second article in a two-part series on the loss of social...
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Small modular nuclear reactors a game-changing technology
Sam Laskaris Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Jim Ward is quite conscious of the need to build a sustainable world. Ward,...
Maskwacis RCMP seize firearm after serious assault
On May 1, 2024, Maskwacis RCMP received an urgent 911 call for a serious assault in progress at a...
Battle River Watershed Alliance looking for input on ‘health in the watershed’
Qiam Noori, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Battle River Watershed Alliance is looking for input from the community about the...
“It changed my life”: Absence of rural social programs felt years after closing
Brett McKay, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter As she watched the white passenger van pull up to her doorstep to take...
Grandparent scam has become a major problem
Qiam Noori, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A grandparent scam is trending in the City of Wetaskiwin, says the RCMP. The...
White shark recovery strategy planned
Caitlin Coombes Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) has proposed a recovery strategy for white sharks in...
Death Café normalizes discussion about the inevitable
Emily Plihal Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Peace Valley Funeral Home wants to ensure people in the region have a way...
Alberta recognizing outstanding newcomers
Albertans are being invited to nominate a newcomer who has made a significant contribution to their community. Alberta is home...
Printable handguns found in multiple police seizures in the Westshore
Sidney Coles Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Last week, Saanich Police along with the West Shore RCMP announced that it executed...
Defining Rachel: caucus members speak of the leader beyond the microphone’s reach
@RachelNotley on X George Lee Local Journalism Initiative Reporter As the clock ticks down on her leadership, supporters of Rachel...
Alberta Legislative report for last sitting of April
George Lee Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Each week of sittings of the Alberta legislature features dozens of statements and exchanges....
