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Editorial & Opinion

Letter: Albertans do not want political parties in local elections

Albertans have heard rumblings for the last six months that the provincial government is considering introducing political parties to local municipal government and school board elections through changes to the Local Authorities Election Act (LAEA) and the Municipal Government Act (MGA).   […]

Food & Health

Indulge in Delightful Decadence: Dutch Babies

Amidst the myriad of breakfast options, there exists a dish that effortlessly combines simplicity with indulgence, creating a culinary experience that leaves taste buds singing with joy. Enter the Dutch Baby—a delightful creation that transcends borders and captivates palates worldwide. […]

Province

Parking fees to rise at AHS facilities

The UCP government says public parking rates that are set to rise on Apr. 1 at Alberta Health Services (AHS) facilities across the province are increasing to align with local markets and reflect inflation costs. Although those rates will vary by market, the government says daily rates will rise by $0.75 in large markets and $0.50 in smaller markets. […]

Province

Alberta Wildfire Season Now Underway

Wildfire season is underway in Alberta. The UCP government has declared an early start to the 2024 wildfire season, ten days earlier than the usual Mar. 1 kickoff.  […]

Crime & Police

Police chopper pursues stolen vehicle, four arrested

On Friday, February 16, 2024, at approximately 10:30 p.m., the Edmonton Police Service’s Air-1 helicopter was deployed to track a stolen vehicle fleeing from authorities. The pursuit, which began within Edmonton, led the airborne unit to follow the suspect vehicle as it sped through various jurisdictions, ultimately ending up in the Morinville area. […]

Province

Alberta government increases eligibility guidelines for Legal Aid 

In what it says is a bid to ensure more Albertans have access to crucial legal support, Alberta’s government has announced an increase in financial eligibility guidelines for Legal Aid Alberta. The move aims to empower vulnerable citizens with the legal assistance they need to navigate various legal challenges. […]

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Local News

Morinville Kings playoff series comes to a close

It was do-or-die time for the Morinville Senior AA Kings on home ice at the Morinville Leisure Centre Thursday night. After the Devon Barons defeated the Kings 6-2 on Friday night and 16-3 on Saturday night, both games at the Dale Fisher Arena, the Kings needed Thursday’s win and two more to take the best-of-five NCHL Playoffs opening series. […]