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Former St. Albert mayor, MLA opposed women's right to vote

Former St. Albert mayor, MLA opposed women's right to vote

Boudreau Road namesake was the only MLA to vote against the Equal Suffrage Statutory Law Amendment Act of 1916
Two Hills man accused of sexual assault faces more charges

Two Hills man accused of sexual assault faces more charges

Two Hills RCMP is asking any other potential victims to come forward after a man was charged with sexual assault, sexual interference and other charges.
'Pierre's riding to lose': Candidates in Alberta byelection get together for debate

'Pierre's riding to lose': Candidates in Alberta byelection get together for debate

More than 200 candidates were signed up to run in the byelection as of Tuesday, most of whom were sponsored by the Longest Ballot Committee protest group.
‘Tweet others as you wish to be tweeted’ — or not

‘Tweet others as you wish to be tweeted’ — or not

Commentary that’s threatening, abusive and often anonymous shows no signs of tapering off. Self-regulation from major players is limited at best and their processes are often opaque.
Alberta premier's request for separation referendum question approval rebuffed

Alberta premier's request for separation referendum question approval rebuffed

Alberta's chief electoral officer Gordon McClure announced he had referred the proposed referendum question on separation to the courts so a judge could decide if it contravenes Canada's Constitution.
Brian Jean praises agreement between Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario

Brian Jean praises agreement between Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario

Recently, the governments of Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Ontario signed a Memorandum-of-Understanding (MOU) that will involve the three Canadian provinces working together to build new pipelines.
Alberta resident thanks firefighters after home struck by lightning

Alberta resident thanks firefighters after home struck by lightning

Catharina Reyneke posted her gratitude on the Living in Cochrane, Alberta Facebook page on Tuesday.
Keep kids’ eyes healthy this summer

Keep kids’ eyes healthy this summer

With a majority of summer spent focusing on screens and books eye strain is a likely occurrence for kids. Help prevent this by using the following tips
Stay safe, get found: Tips from Search and Rescue

Stay safe, get found: Tips from Search and Rescue

Cochrane Search and Rescue gives tips and tools to prepare for a trip out in the back country.
‘System in crisis’: Edmonton EMS overtime up 81 per cent since 2021

‘System in crisis’: Edmonton EMS overtime up 81 per cent since 2021

More than other health professionals, paramedics reported they were considering leaving the industry or looking for work outside of their organization.
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