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Doug Collie

Doug Collie joined the Olds Albertan in 2014 as editor. He covers municipal politics, news, community events, arts and entertainment and sports happening in and around Bowden and Olds.

Recent Work by Doug

Olds bylaw passes allowing for expanded advertising beyond Albertan

One person expressed support for the bylaws, three argued against them, fearing they could hurt the Albertan. One feared it could lead to its demise

Dec 20, 2024 5:00 PM Read more >

Olds charity check stop raises $7,026 for Christmas Angels

The amount raised is about the same as last year, protective services director Justin Andrew says

Dec 19, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

School's Christmas Palooza raises money for Olds Christmas Angels

École Olds High School students were thrilled with the community response and the opportunity to raise funds for a good cause

Dec 19, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

Donation welcomed as Mountain View Food Bank usage up 82 per cent

Recent $4,000 donation from the CPKC Holiday Train appreciated

Dec 18, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

Olds 2025 budget passes with 6.6 per cent tax hike

Town staff hope to be able to recommend ways to cut tax hike down to five per cent in April

Dec 17, 2024 5:00 PM Read more >

Olds JV basketball team on Christmas break after home tourney

Bow Valley team ended up winning tournament in Olds

Dec 17, 2024 6:00 AM Read more >

Tuesday's game is Olds Grizzlys' last before Christmas break

The Grizzlys remain just one point out of fifth place in the Alberta Junior Hockey League's south division

Dec 16, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

Olds Operation Christmas Child box collection down slightly

It's not too late to pack a shoebox; that can still be done online, area coordinator Julie Quantz says

Dec 15, 2024 5:00 PM Read more >

Auction one of the best in Olds Kiwanis Club's history

This year's Kiwanis Club of Olds online auction will bring in about $25,000, the second best in the club's history, treasurer Jack Fewster says. The most lucrative raised about $28,000 in 2022

Dec 12, 2024 5:00 PM Read more >

Olds RCMP's body-worn cameras likely coming early next year

Equipment could arrive in February or March, says Staff Sgt. Warren Wright, the Olds RCMP detachment’s commanding officer

Dec 11, 2024 12:00 PM Read more >

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