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Lac La Biche council asks councillor to apologize for comments made during council meeting

Ward 1 Lac La Biche County Coun. Darlene. Beniuk says she is seeking legal counsel and was unwilling to issue an apology.

Aug 1, 2025 3:29 PM Read more >

Premiers Smith, Moe disappointed by Trump's tariffs but most exports remain duty-free

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says the vast majority of her province's products also remain tariff-free, because they also fall under the agreement.

Aug 1, 2025 1:04 PM Read more >

Alberta company fined $210K in death of worker who fell through roof

An insulation company has been fined $210,000 in the death of a worker who fell through a roof at an Alberta oilsands facility.

Aug 1, 2025 12:15 PM Read more >

Carney disappointed after Trump hits Canada with 35 per cent tariffs

Prime Minister Mark Carney said Friday his government is disappointed that U.S. President Donald Trump followed through on his threat to increase tariffs on Canada to 35 per cent if Ottawa didn't make a trade deal.

Aug 1, 2025 12:04 PM Read more >

Crime down throughout Alberta, Stats Canada reports

Out of the 147 jurisdictions that Alberta RCMP oversee, 95 had a decrease in their crime severity index from 2023 to 2024

Aug 1, 2025 11:42 AM Read more >

Raise a glass for International Beer Day 2025

Since 2007, the August holiday celebrates a beverage that brings people together

Aug 1, 2025 10:24 AM Read more >

Alberta's coal mine reclamation standards failing to protect water, fish: study

The study says high levels of numerous contaminants are having grave outcomes for aquatic life and their ecosystems.

Aug 1, 2025 8:51 AM Read more >

Guthrie outlines PC party pivot plans

MLA Peter Guthrie and the team behind the PC revival campaign are now looking to join the Alberta Party after receiving a cease-and-desist letter from the UCP.

Jul 31, 2025 4:41 PM Read more >

Alberta announces $720,000 in grants as part of 10-year strategy to end gender-based violence

The investment will be available as one-time grants to three different community-led programs that help promote healthy relationships, emotional well-being and positive role modelling for men and boys.

Jul 31, 2025 3:46 PM Read more >

Rural health-care aides question impact after Alberta announces regulatory college

Beginning Feb. 2, 2026, the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta will be renamed the College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta.

Jul 31, 2025 3:10 PM Read more >