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BA.2 variant now the predominant COVID strain in Alberta: Hinshaw

BA.2 variant now the predominant COVID strain in Alberta: Hinshaw

Approximately 60 per cent of all COVID-19 cases identified through PCR testing in the province are the Omicron variant BA.2, Dr. Deena Hinshaw said Wednesday. However there is no evidence that it causes more severe outcomes, despite a higher transmission rate.
Town of Innisfail forced to write off big hockey debt

Town of Innisfail forced to write off big hockey debt

Administration apologizes to council and Innisfail Eagles for invoicing error as town loses thousands of dollars in revenues
Embracing joy at school by flipping pancakes

Embracing joy at school by flipping pancakes

Innisfail’s St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Catholic School has new leaders who are sensing a return to normal
Alberta Health Minister Copping taking COVID science seriously: Sundre doctor

Alberta Health Minister Copping taking COVID science seriously: Sundre doctor

But Premier Jason Kenney focused on leadership race, adds Dr. Michelle Warren
Innisfail approves updated Business Licence Bylaw

Innisfail approves updated Business Licence Bylaw

Town of Innisfail now has authority to revoke licence if holder is in contravention of either provincial of federal statutes or regulations
Olds skating carnival held after two-year absence

Olds skating carnival held after two-year absence

The Dr. Seuss-themed event was held at the Olds Sportsplex
Sundre medical clinics maintain masking policy

Sundre medical clinics maintain masking policy

Community clinics cannot mandate masks but strongly encourage patients wear one
Town of Innisfail lifts masking policy for town hall

Town of Innisfail lifts masking policy for town hall

Unlikely Town of Innisfail will have future legal authority to enact its own public health measures
Mandatory vaccination of AHS staff ending March 10

Mandatory vaccination of AHS staff ending March 10

With COVID-19 cases continuing to decline and with more than 97 per cent of AHS employees and 99.8 per cent of physicians now fully vaccinated, Alberta Health minister says the Immunization of Workers for COVID-19 Policy is no longer needed
Spring Registration going ahead at the Innisfail Twin Arena

Spring Registration going ahead at the Innisfail Twin Arena

Annual event returns to Innisfail this week with full slate of recreational and service opportunities for the public
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