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Construction underway on Cochrane high school expansion
A $48 million expansion and renovation of Bow Valley High School in Cochrane will bring an additional 485 student spaces, an upgraded gym and other career-related spaces.
Forest Lawn community celebrates opening of park, basketball courts and inclusive playground
The Calgary Parks Foundation, in partnership with the Forest Lawn Community Association, have opened a new gathering space for families. The community association's president says it's a dream come true and a source of pride for local residents.
Feeling swarmed? Wasp experts explain what's with all the buzz this year
Pest control technician JS Ouelette says this hot, dry summer has been good for business, with 25 to 40 calls per day to remove wasp nests — roughly four times the typical call volume.
Family of young man killed in hit and run hope sentencing finally brings 'a bit of closure'
The family of Blade Crow-Pantherbone, who was struck and killed in a hit and run in February 2021, say they feel as though justice has now been served after the accused pleaded guilty, showed remorse and was sentenced on Monday.
How a Taylor Swift concert helped boost the coffers of the Calgary Folk Festival
The Calgary Folk Festival recently raised tens of thousands of dollars — roughly four times what they typically generate in raffle draws — when they included a chance at a Taylor Swift concert package in London, England, this summer.
Calgary misses out on hosting major international conference due to visa processing delays
Organizers with the International Health Economics Association cancelled plans to have Calgary host their next global congress over worries Ottawa couldn't process hundreds of attendees’ visas in time for the July 2025 event. That means Calgary businesses will miss out on potential economic spinoffs.
Lethbridge emergency shelter changes owners and expands capacity through $4M grant
The Lethbridge Shelter and Resource Centre is changing ownership and expanding through a $4-million capital grant from the provincial government.
Planned reno of Airdrie Urgent Care Centre put on hold as province considers last-minute pitch
Planned renovations at the Airdrie Urgent Care Centre have been put on hold while the provincial government considers a new pitch by an Airdrie doctor in partnership with a developer that could see a new facility built and leased to the province.
Coutts protester sentenced to 10 months for dangerous driving, assault of RCMP officer
Judge tells court that a jail sentence is required to emphasize the "very serious consequences" of the defendant's conduct that day.
Alberta dentists worry new federal plan will add more work, confusion and costs
Following the federal government's announcement of the Canadian Dental Care Plan this week, Alberta dentists and anti-poverty advocates say the lack of important details is worrisome and key to whether this program will succeed.