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Westlock's former mayor and 'Coronation Girl' reflects on once-in-lifetime adventure

Westlock's former mayor and 'Coronation Girl' reflects on once-in-lifetime adventure

In 1953, at the age of 17 or 18, Shirley Morie, a long-time resident of Westlock, Alberta, was one of only 50 young women across Canada chosen to participate in a historic journey to London for the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.
Calgary climber falls 150 metres to his death in Kootenay National Park

Calgary climber falls 150 metres to his death in Kootenay National Park

“A party of two well-prepared and experienced climbers were rappelling one of the mixed climbing routes in the area when one of them fell approximately 150 metres and was fatally injured."
The Latest: Justin Trudeau to address media after calls for his resignation

The Latest: Justin Trudeau to address media after calls for his resignation

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is addressing media this morning from his residence in Ottawa as a growing number of his MPs call for his resignation.
Northern Alberta town becoming dumping ground for stolen vehicles

Northern Alberta town becoming dumping ground for stolen vehicles

Rising crime rates are putting extra strain on Westlock County's firefighting resources, with an uptick in calls related to stolen vehicles being torched, according to John Biro, Manager of Protective Services for the County
Number of Albertans receiving income support reaches highest total since 2019

Number of Albertans receiving income support reaches highest total since 2019

Government data shows the number of Albertans receiving provincial income support has reached a five-year high.
New digital mapping tool to facilitate Alberta's search and rescue efforts

New digital mapping tool to facilitate Alberta's search and rescue efforts

A digital mapping tool will allow search and rescue teams across Alberta to access live updates that will facilitate operational efforts.
Want to live longer and save money? Online app can help calculate your benefits from cutting back on alcohol

Want to live longer and save money? Online app can help calculate your benefits from cutting back on alcohol

Drinking alcohol is a personal decision. It’s important to translate population-level drinking guidance in a format that resonates with individuals and is relevant to a person’s circumstances.
Group exercise may be even better for you than solo workouts—here's why

Group exercise may be even better for you than solo workouts—here's why

The Conversation shares research-based reasons why working out with others may help you keep your New Year's resolution.
Canada issues travel warning about trips to popular Caribbean destination

Canada issues travel warning about trips to popular Caribbean destination

A state of emergency has been declared.
Canada's top CEOs make 210 times more than the average worker

Canada's top CEOs make 210 times more than the average worker

Canada’s 100 richest CEOs made 210 times more than the average worker in 2023, a new report by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA) reveals.
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