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RATS! (Or Maybe Not…)

Posted on September 10, 2024

Known for its incredible natural landscapes and vibrant cities, Alberta is also famous for something rather unique: its rat-free status. How Alberta Achieved Rat-Free Status… Read More »

You Can Eat In An Old Train Car From The ‘80 At This Unique Alberta Restaurant

Posted on September 9, 2024

Tucked away on the outskirts of Calgary, off Highway 24 near Mossleigh, is a spot that not only captures the spirit of the Canadian Prairies… Read More »

This Southern Alberta Trail Will Make You Feel Like You’re Hiking On Mars

Posted on September 6, 2024

If you’re looking for a hike that feels like you’ve stepped into another world, the Matapiiski (Hoodoo) Trail in Southern Alberta is a must-do adventure.… Read More »

Coalhurst to look into organic collection options

Posted on September 5, 2024

By Nikki Jamieson Sunny South News After turning down a pilot program, Coalhurst will be looking into potential options for organics collections.  Council had previously… Read More »

Lethbridge County’s fire restriction: it’s not just campfires that can cause issues

Posted on September 5, 2024

By Nerissa McNaughton Southern Alberta Newspapers Just in time for the long weekend, Lethbridge County’s fire ban had been downgraded to “fire restriction.” However, now… Read More »

My focus as I return to Parliament: MP Thomas

Posted on September 5, 2024

During my childhood, it was normal for strangers to join my family for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter. If my parents learned of someone needing a… Read More »

From the Archives of Western Newspapers

Posted on September 5, 2024

By Samantha Johnson For Southern Alberta Newspapers September 2, 1886 – Qu’Appelle Progress There was great excitement in Calgary when it was discovered that a… Read More »

Students scarred by COVID-19 policies may never catch up

Posted on September 5, 2024

Students are facing a brutal “COVID hangover” that continues to wreak havoc on their education and mental health. The pandemic didn’t just disrupt classrooms temporarily… Read More »

Railway lockout could have been avoided: Dreeshen

Posted on September 5, 2024

By Al Beeber Southern Alberta Newspapers The federal government intervened Aug. 22 to end the lockout by Canada’s two largest rail companies but Alberta’s Transportation… Read More »

Location for Coalhurst Dog Park approved

Posted on September 5, 2024

By Nikki Jamieson Sunny South News A location and funds have been approved for what would be the first off-leash dog park in Coalhurst. During… Read More »

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