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Thank you - it has been a 32-year privilege

Thank you - it has been a 32-year privilege

Did Rob McKinley write his farewell column after 32 years as an Alberta journalist with a paper maché connection?
Rural Albertans struggle to find end-of-life care close to home

Rural Albertans struggle to find end-of-life care close to home

Rural Albertans nearing the end of their lives are frequently faced with an “unfathomable” choice: leave their home to get the palliative and hospice care they need or die in the community without those supports.
Nenshi ploughs through media interviews, car repairs and — finally — some food during yearend recap schedule

Nenshi ploughs through media interviews, car repairs and — finally — some food during yearend recap schedule

I've got a lot of work to do in the far north and east and the west of the province. But it's really been great how people have been responding.
Rural concerns stay high on UCP’s agenda — premier

Rural concerns stay high on UCP’s agenda — premier

Alberta's Premier reflects on a busy year and how her government continues to prioritize rural issue
False alarms number one response for Lac La Biche County Fire Rescue

False alarms number one response for Lac La Biche County Fire Rescue

False alarms have become a big problem in Lac La Biche, with the County fire department responding to 118 false alarm calls in 2024.
As many accident scenes as fires for St. Paul Fire Department

As many accident scenes as fires for St. Paul Fire Department

St. Paul Fire Department responded to almost as many vehicle accidents as they did all types of fires combined in 2024.
Bonnyville Health Foundation making mental health a focus in 2025

Bonnyville Health Foundation making mental health a focus in 2025

The Bonnyville Health Foundation (BHF) is excited to announce the launch of a crucial donation campaign to raise funds for the creation of a new mental health seclusion room as part of the upcoming Emergency Department renovation.
Snowy owls are back in Alberta: here's how to find them

Snowy owls are back in Alberta: here's how to find them

The return of these iconic birds is highly anticipated by wildlife enthusiasts across Canada every year, although their numbers may be decreasing at an alarming rate.
Holiday feast at Cold Lake John Howard Society serves up warmth and hope

Holiday feast at Cold Lake John Howard Society serves up warmth and hope

The Cold Lake John Howard Society transformed its shelter into a festive haven, offering a warm holiday meal to anyone in need on Dec. 21. 
Industry growth predicted for 2025

Industry growth predicted for 2025

The Canadian Association of Energy Contractors (CAOEC) is optimistic about industry growth in 2025, with a projected 7.3 per cent increase in wells drilled.
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