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Pediatrician shortage will cause "crisis in the next five to 10 years": AMA

Pediatrician shortage will cause "crisis in the next five to 10 years": AMA

Doctors warn not enough new pediatricians to meet demand, especially in rural areas.
Hinton may hold plebiscite on recreation centre modernization

Hinton may hold plebiscite on recreation centre modernization

"I just don’t feel like it’s responsible to move forward without some type of really clear direction from the citizens of the community."
Strong work ethic brings home national silver medal for Bonnyville athlete

Strong work ethic brings home national silver medal for Bonnyville athlete

BONNYVILLE – Bonnyville athlete Connor Woods brought home a national silver medal from the Canadian Indoor Track and Field Championships in Toronto.
Alberta RCMP responds to almost 150 crashes during Clipper weather event

Alberta RCMP responds to almost 150 crashes during Clipper weather event

Police kept busy throughout Alberta as blast of winter in early spring leads to steady stream of collisions.
Suzuki: Vote to keep Canada strong and free!

Suzuki: Vote to keep Canada strong and free!

"Policy differences are healthy, but some things should not be in dispute — including the need to tackle the climate crisis and to stay strong in the face of U.S. bullying."
Town of Hinton awards contract for installing new water meters

Town of Hinton awards contract for installing new water meters

As Hinton eases into a new utility rate model, the Town needs to install residential meters and replace meters for commercial and industrial properties.
Report gives Alberta failing grade in nature conservation

Report gives Alberta failing grade in nature conservation

Province has walked back commitments to international targets, CPAWS says
Berg Lake Trail fully reopening at Mount Robson Park this summer

Berg Lake Trail fully reopening at Mount Robson Park this summer

Located between Valemount and Jasper, the Berg Lake Trail was closed in June 2021 due to extensive flooding caused by heavy rain following the heat dome.
Banff mayor says Alberta premier's claims federal mismanagement putting Banff in danger of wildfire 'unsubstantiated'

Banff mayor says Alberta premier's claims federal mismanagement putting Banff in danger of wildfire 'unsubstantiated'

“Parks Canada has been at the forefront of the new measures. Unfortunately, these efforts are challenged by the dramatic effects of climate change. Our summers are hotter and drier, and we have more extreme weather events, resulting in a longer season of persistent wildfire threat.”
Alternative site being considered for pop-up village, climbing wall may stay year-round

Alternative site being considered for pop-up village, climbing wall may stay year-round

The pop-up business village is intended to give businesses displaced by the Jasper wildfire a temporary location to operate this summer.
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