Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

Alberta's top doctor says her kids will return to school, but no wrong answers

Alberta reported 103 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday

Aug 20, 2020 4:44 PM Read more >

Chinook's Edge teacher, staff COVID-19 testing voluntary but recommended

Dr. Hinshaw recommends being tested once before school begins

Aug 20, 2020 3:00 PM Read more >

Liberals to replace CERB with new benefit, simplified EI program

Changes are also coming in to allow workers to keep more of their benefits

Aug 20, 2020 1:15 PM Read more >

Area Camp Day sales down nearly $800

Co-owner considers sales a success in light of the pandemic

Aug 20, 2020 9:00 AM Read more >

Alberta Teachers' Association calls on province to delay start of school year

Need more time to prepare for students, says association president Jason Schilling

Aug 20, 2020 5:00 AM Read more >

Innisfail introduces arena reopening plan

Mayor expects disgruntled public opposition

Aug 19, 2020 5:00 PM Read more >

Chinook's Edge students must wear masks or be sent home

Re-entry plan released last week

Aug 19, 2020 3:00 PM Read more >

At least 30 COVID-19 cases linked to religious activities in Alberta: Hinshaw

15 cases are linked to a church in Edmonton

Aug 18, 2020 4:10 PM Read more >

Many parents nervous about return of school, plan to send kids anyway: survey

Online survey took place Aug. 14-16

Aug 18, 2020 8:11 AM Read more >

COVID blamed for attendance dip at Olds gun, antique show

Hand sanitizer, face masks, face shields were everywhere

Aug 18, 2020 6:00 AM Read more >