Olds News

The Boys and Girls Club of Olds and Area has received more than $1,400 as a result of an ice cream product promotion from the local Sobeys store.

Newly hired Olds fire chief and local resident Justin Andrew says it's too early to say what his priorities will be specifically, but his overall goal is to keep the department strong and improve communications with the community.

A spokesperson for the Olds and District Citizens On Patrol (COP), sympathizes with Bowden mayor Robb Stuart's concern about crime in that community.

A new commanding officer is coming to Olds RCMP. Staff Sgt. Jim MacDonald replaces Staff Sgt. Joe Sangster, who has been on leave. MacDonald is coming here from Grande Prairie. He is expected to start his new position this coming Monday, Jan. 22.

The Olds Grizzlys have traded Jared Power. The 19-year-old forward had been sitting out the season after asking to be moved.

BOWDEN – Mayor Robb Stuart says cutting the crime rate in Bowden will be a big priority this year.

The Olds Grizzlys have a tough task ahead of them tonight as they face off against the Brooks Bandits at the Sportsplex. Game time is 7 p.m.

The Olds and District Christmas Angels had another successful season collecting food and toys for Christmas hampers, then handing them out to needy families.

Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills MLA Nathan Cooper says he's trying to help residents who are concerned that local doctor Clarence Graff has been unable to obtain hospital privileges – the ability to personally take care of his patients in the hospital.

Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills MLA Nathan Cooper says he's taking advantage of his position as United Conservative Party (UCP) caucus chair to ensure the concerns of local residents are heard by those leading the party.