Local News

Citing recent moisture and new ground plant growth, Mountain View County has lifted a partial fire ban put in place last week, officials said Friday.

The former United Conservative Party MLA for Innisfail-Sylvan Lake has waived his right to a preliminary inquiry on sexual assault and sexual interference with a minor charges. Don MacIntyre was charged in February following a police investigation.

Motorists travelling north of Water Valley can expect to see a major detour in place starting at the end of June, say officials. A multi-million-dollar project will see a single lane bridge constructed over the Little Red Deer River at Rge. Rd.

Visitors to wilderness areas west of Sundre are being asked to keep clear of hair snag sites being set up in the region as part of a groundbreaking grizzly bear inventory project.

Anglers fishing on the Red Deer River and its tributaries are being asked to help with the fight against Prussian carp.

DIDSBURY - A representative from the Central Alberta Economic Partnership (CAEP) gave a presentation at the regular council meeting on May 8.

DIDSBURY - Anyone walking around downtown last week might have noticed some positive sayings written in chalk on the sidewalks.

Dozens of wildlife experts from across the province and beyond attended last week’s three-day provincial BearSmart workshop at the Sundre Golf Course and surrounding area.

Chinook Arch Victim's Services will be benefiting from the use of a new Dodge Journey van thanks to a generous donation by Mountain View Dodge.

DIDSBURY - With great weather and clear skies, Didsbury Car Club's signature event, Fuel-A-Palooza, filled the streets with both vehicles and people.