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Alberta wheelchair rugby star at fourth Paralympics in Paris

Okotoks' Zak Madell optimistic about Canada's medal chances ahead of Paris 2024

Aug 27, 2024 4:14 PM Read more >

Jasper wildfires caused $880 million in insured damages: IBC

The Jasper wildfire currently ranks number nine in Canada's top 10 natural disasters for insurance payouts, according to the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC).

Aug 27, 2024 4:10 PM Read more >

Large fire burning east of Okotoks, visible from Highway 2

A wind-fuelled fire is burning in a farm field east of Highway 2 in Foothills County.

Aug 27, 2024 3:44 PM Read more >

Day one of Calgary's level four water restrictions did not meet targets

Calgary and area used 530 million litres on day one of the restrictions yesterday, said Michael Thompson, Calgary's general manager of infrastructure services.

Aug 27, 2024 2:50 PM Read more >

Northern Alberta man charged with attempted murder

Westlock County man wanted in emergency alert following stabbing has been charged

Aug 27, 2024 2:45 PM Read more >

How much microplastic is in your coffee? New device by UBC researchers could tell you

Researchers at the University of British Columbia say they've come up with a portable device that can cheaply detect the amount of microplastics in drinks and other liquids.

Aug 27, 2024 1:15 PM Read more >

Record-breaking world traveller hitches a ride in Northern Alberta on way to Yellowknife

Bonnyville Reeve Barry Kalinski saw a traveller on the side of the road who he thought might need a ride. It turned out to be the world record holder for most land borders crossed and the first person to visit every capital city in the world.

Aug 27, 2024 12:15 PM Read more >

Banff pedestrian zone closing after September long weekend

Cars will return to Banff's downtown after the September long weekend.

Aug 27, 2024 11:16 AM Read more >

Two St. Albert-area athletes ready to compete at 2024 Paralympic Games

Reid Maxwell and Arinn Young aim for gold at Paris 2024 Paralympic Games

Aug 27, 2024 8:08 AM Read more >

Nearly half of students can't cover basics such as food and housing: TD poll

In a new survey from TD Bank, nearly half of Canadian students say they are unable to adequately cover basic needs such as food and housing. The online poll found 45 per cent of those surveyed say the cannot cover their basic needs.

Aug 27, 2024 7:28 AM Read more >