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FCSS recognizes regional volunteers

Posted on May 7, 2026

By Garrett Simmons Family and Community Support Services Volunteers really are the heart of any community. Ask anyone involved with operating a local organization, and… Read More »

A government-directed lesson in critical thinking

Posted on May 7, 2026

Jason Schilling ATA President  Children need to be taught how to think, not what to think.  This is how Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides justified Bill… Read More »

From the Archives of Western Newspapers

Posted on May 7, 2026

By Samantha Johnson For Southern Alberta Newspapers May 6, 1882 – Edmonton Bulletin A number of Edmonton people are thinking of going to settle at… Read More »

The Middle East stranglehold on oil is dead and it isn’t coming back

Posted on May 7, 2026

The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is pushing prices higher and cutting demand but, more importantly, forcing the global energy system to find alternative… Read More »

Province creating fast-tracked ‘pathways’ to teaching certificates

Posted on May 7, 2026

By Zoe Mason Southern Alberta Newspapers New government regulations will allow tradespeople and skilled professionals without previous educational experience to apply for certificates to teach.… Read More »

Police Review Commission now handling police complaints

Posted on May 7, 2026

By Cal Braid Southern Alberta Newspapers Local Journalism Initiative Reporter  Alberta’s new Police Review Commission (PRC) is up and running in 2026 and representatives from… Read More »

Raymond 15s rugby team ready for big tournament weekend in Red Deer

Posted on May 7, 2026

By Garrett Simmons Westwind Weekly News It has been smooth sailing for the Raymond rugby program over the last few weeks, as the girls teams have turned… Read More »

Warner Garage Sale Day on May 23

Posted on May 7, 2026

By Heather Cameron Southern Alberta Newspapers Art by Jen, run by Warner artist Jen Hall-Domingos, will be part of the Garage Sale Day in Warner… Read More »

Minister meeting with grocery owners to look for price relief, premier says

Posted on April 30, 2026

Southern Alberta Newspapers Premier Danielle Smith addressed ongoing affordability concerns on her call-in radio show on April 18, as food and fuel prices spike. According… Read More »

Advocates for ALS, Parkinson’s say MAiD changes will negatively affect their communities

Posted on April 30, 2026

Southern Alberta Newspapers The legislative committee called to determine the future of the Forever Canadian citizen initiative has refused to commit to hearing its proponent,… Read More »

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