Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

Alberta to make change to COVID-19 testing as cases in province continue to rise

Starting Wednesday, all tests will be by appointment only

Oct 14, 2020 4:45 PM Read more >

Loneliness taking toll on Canadian mental health in COVID era, study finds

The financial impact of the pandemic and getting ill with COVID-19 were the most prevalent concerns

Oct 14, 2020 4:30 PM Read more >

Alberta diploma exams optional due to COVID-19

Students will be given a choice to either write exam or finish with final grades

Oct 14, 2020 2:30 PM Read more >

COVID case forces closures of Innisfail, Olds Boston Pizza outlets

Employee who tested positive worked in both Olds and Innisfail Boston Pizza restaurants

Oct 14, 2020 10:10 AM Read more >

Alberta Royal Purple Society's conference goes ahead

Representation from 16 Alberta Lodges participate

Oct 14, 2020 9:00 AM Read more >

Pandemic projected for years to come

The success of Stage two will determine when Alberta will move into Stage three of the re-entry plan

Oct 13, 2020 2:15 PM Read more >

Curling in the age of COVID-19

Pandemic protocols in place for upcoming season

Oct 12, 2020 5:00 PM Read more >

Olds projects $962,500 deficit due to COVID

Town expects to receive more than $934,000 to help offset those losses and costs

Oct 12, 2020 12:00 PM Read more >

Organizer pleased with Oldstoberfest Week

One or two changes forced by COVID might continue next year

Oct 11, 2020 5:00 PM Read more >

Grandparents need their own back-to-school safety rules

Back-to-school time and a surge in COVID-19 cases Canada-wide signals time for precautions between grandparents and grandchildren.

Oct 11, 2020 10:30 AM Read more >