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NDP candidate for Yellowhead talks Jasper recovery, new electoral boundaries

NDP candidate for Yellowhead talks Jasper recovery, new electoral boundaries

The Canmore resident is a scientist and small business owner with a background in health care and over 15 years of experience in the food industry. She currently sits on the National Food Policy Advisory Council and on the board of Alberta Food Matters.
Alberta United Conservatives vote to boost MLA pay, taxpayer funding for their caucus

Alberta United Conservatives vote to boost MLA pay, taxpayer funding for their caucus

Alberta United Conservative members of the legislature have voted to boost MLA salaries for the first time since 2013.
Column: West Yellowhead MLA Martin Long reflects on 2024

Column: West Yellowhead MLA Martin Long reflects on 2024

"As we look to the future, let’s celebrate the achievements of this extraordinary year, while continuing to invest in the talent, resources, and infrastructure that will ensure Alberta remains one of the best places to live, work, and raise a family."
Busy Bow Valley trails impact grizzlies, wolves even hundreds of metres away: study

Busy Bow Valley trails impact grizzlies, wolves even hundreds of metres away: study

Study identifies thresholds and targets that can be integrated into land use planning efforts, which can reroute trails away from high-quality wildlife habitat.
Jasper interim housing in flux as province, feds and town continue discussions

Jasper interim housing in flux as province, feds and town continue discussions

"There has been some correspondence back and forth between the different levels of government, and we are waiting to hear the results of that correspondence in order to be able to have clarity on the way forward."
Staff cuts at Alberta’s Family Supports for Children with Disabilities worry parents

Staff cuts at Alberta’s Family Supports for Children with Disabilities worry parents

Parents of children with disabilities are concerned that staff cuts within a provincial support program will make it harder for families to access the services they need.
Alberta towns can now nominate themselves for a Kraft Hockeyville game

Alberta towns can now nominate themselves for a Kraft Hockeyville game

Kraft Hockeyville 2025 is back for its 19th year nationwide.
Liberal party begins process to succeed Trudeau as candidates weigh their options

Liberal party begins process to succeed Trudeau as candidates weigh their options

As Liberal party brass begins to chart course for an expedited race to find Justin Trudeau's successor, potential contenders are weighing whether or not to join the fray -- including former central banker Mark Carney.
Jasper Food Bank moves into temporary location as it awaits trailer

Jasper Food Bank moves into temporary location as it awaits trailer

The food bank had been housed in the Jasper Legion for the past five months after the Jasper wildfire destroyed its original location at the Anglican Church.
Hinton ER won't have doctor for four nights over next week

Hinton ER won't have doctor for four nights over next week

Hinton recently went without physician coverage at its emergency department for six nights during the holidays and four nights in early January.
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