Beyond Local

An Alberta judge has found six people in contempt for not attending interviews as part of an investigation into alleged irregular political donations made to the United Conservative Party in 2023.

The five former Hockey Canada players accused of sexual assault have been found not guilty by an Ontario Superior Justice.

The RCMP reported the 16-year-old male had been travelling southbound when he attempted to pass five to six vehicles on the single-lane highway. The female passengers were travelling northbound when they were struck by the vehicle. 

The United Nurses of Alberta says the government has followed through on a promise in contract bargaining to extend to nurses presumptive coverage for post-traumatic stress disorder.

Experts urge for better safety measures as e-scooter injuries continue to rise in emergency rooms across Canada.

The latest Consumer Debt Index report by MNP shows that 47 per cent of people surveyed are $200 or less away from financial insolvency.

Westlock RCMP are looking for the driver of a blue Kia that allegedly assaulted another driver on June 10.

The town commemorated the anniversary Tuesday, a year to the day that 25,000 residents and tourists were forced out of the community. Thursday is scheduled to feature a handful of low-key, private events.

The byelection has been in the spotlight due to the Longest Ballot Committee, which as of Wednesday, had registered more than 130 candidates under its banner to bring attention to the issue of electoral reform.

What began in 2009 as a small, house-party-style tribute to Elvis Presley has grown into one of the region’s favourite rock‑and‑roll celebrations.