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Several bars, restaurants voluntarily suspend in-person dining as COVID-19 cases increase

Several bars, restaurants voluntarily suspend in-person dining as COVID-19 cases increase

At least seven restaurants and bars in Canmore took the precautionary measure to close, or stop in-person dining, to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the community. Only a few reported a confirmed case, while others cited contact tracing as part of the reason for their decision.
Rise in COVID-19 variants a 'wake-up call' but no lockdown coming: Alberta premier

Rise in COVID-19 variants a 'wake-up call' but no lockdown coming: Alberta premier

LETHBRIDGE, Alta. — Alberta Premier Jason Kenney says rising cases of more contagious COVID-19 variants should be a "wake-up call" but his government won't impose harsh measures such as curfews or stay-at-home orders.
Optimism for some Olds high school sports activities

Optimism for some Olds high school sports activities

Athletic director Jeff Clattenburg is hopeful some form of badminton and track can be offered this spring
Reed Ranch School east of Olds on COVID alert

Reed Ranch School east of Olds on COVID alert

School in Mountain View County completely switched to online learning
Town of Sundre nets surplus of $900,000

Town of Sundre nets surplus of $900,000

COVID-related revenue shortfalls offset by grant funding and lower operational costs
Anti-lockdown rally draws out roughly 150 people in Sundre

Anti-lockdown rally draws out roughly 150 people in Sundre

Mountain View Freedom group lined up several speakers
Patrons pleased to be back at Sundre Aquaplex

Patrons pleased to be back at Sundre Aquaplex

Pool opened in February while fitness centre opened earlier this month
Olds College prepares for on-campus learning this fall

Olds College prepares for on-campus learning this fall

The green light for post-secondary institutions to begin offering in-person education again was granted on March 18
Carstairs-area patients excited to get COVID-19 vaccinations

Carstairs-area patients excited to get COVID-19 vaccinations

Large waiting list building up for shots at the Carstairs pharmacy
School life in Didsbury carries on during pandemic

School life in Didsbury carries on during pandemic

Westglen Middle School principal says mental health concerns have been identified during the pandemic
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