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Grizzly bears kill 17 sheep in unusual attack on Alberta ranch

Grizzly bears kill 17 sheep in unusual attack on Alberta ranch

University of Calgary biologist says that while bear-livestock confrontations are unusual, predators killing large numbers of animals isn’t unheard of
Youth arrested after man shot in Lloydminster

Youth arrested after man shot in Lloydminster

If the victim of a shooting in Lloydminster dies there will be more charges, say police.
Northern Alberta resident charged with sexual exploitation of a minor, more victims possible

Northern Alberta resident charged with sexual exploitation of a minor, more victims possible

“These types of crimes, particularly those that take advantage of a position of trust or power with a vulnerable victim, are especially heinous and unacceptable,” said Staff Sgt. Jeff Sehn of the Westlock RCMP. 
One dead after glider crashes southwest of Calgary

One dead after glider crashes southwest of Calgary

A glider crash in Southern Alberta, left one person dead.
Wildfire that forced thousands out of Fort McMurray, Alta., officially under control

Wildfire that forced thousands out of Fort McMurray, Alta., officially under control

FORT MCMURRAY, Alta. — A wildfire that forced thousands from their homes in Fort McMurray earlier this month is now under control.
Netflix series filming in southern Alberta looking for Indigenous extras

Netflix series filming in southern Alberta looking for Indigenous extras

Casting call for extras is being held at the Stoney Nakoda Resort & Casino in Kananaskis on May 30.
Canmore fan fest, games among plans for 2025 Hockey Day in Canada

Canmore fan fest, games among plans for 2025 Hockey Day in Canada

Concert, hockey games, fan fest and live broadcast when Canmore hosts Canada Day in Canada next year
Sundre man acquitted of manslaughter, will be sentenced in hit and run

Sundre man acquitted of manslaughter, will be sentenced in hit and run

Jason Kelley Burns will be sentenced Friday for hit and run for backing into and killing Brendon McDonald. A jury acquitted Burns of manslaughter in the case.
Alberta family of five-year-old killed in crash grateful for support

Alberta family of five-year-old killed in crash grateful for support

Westlock community members blew bubbles to heaven for five-year-old Lexah Makey, who died in a car crash May 14
Alberta Constable reflects on 50 years of women in RCMP

Alberta Constable reflects on 50 years of women in RCMP

Cst. Rachel Dorrington said women of Troop 17 opened doors for future female officers 50 years ago
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