River Update - High Waters Return To Southern Alberta
A return of high streamflows for the South Saskatchewan River is anticipated as upstream dams increase releases following a soggy weekend along the Eastern Slopes.
ARCH Participants Given Just 18 Days' Notice, Forced to Move as Program Shuts Down
The Government of Alberta has not publicly explained its decision not to renew funding for a program that was serving some of the province's most vulnerable residents. And with the clock ticking, the people who called ARCH home are running out of time.
Mayor Clark, City File Defence in Ann Mitchell Defamation Lawsuit
Mitchell is suing Clark for nearly $900,000, claiming the mayor damaged her reputation and interfered with her employment contract. Mitchell was terminated as city manager in October 2025. She filed a separate wrongful dismissal lawsuit against the City of Medicine Hat for $465,000.
Province Issues EOI - Hopes Raised For Return of Air Service to YXH
The City announced that the province has issued an Expression of Interest for restoring air services to communities affected by the departure of WestJet on Wednesday June 24. There are 29 Interested Suppliers so far.
Councillor Yusuf Mohammed told the group that this could mean the province guaranteeing so many seats sold to ensure that the airline will not have to worry about losing money.
Heading Out on the River? Know Your Lifejacket/PFD Options
What You Need to Know Before You Buy or Borrow. Federal law requires lifejackets or PFDs on board for each person on any watercraft, including kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and even inner tubes. But having one on board isn't enough; section 5.14(a) of Parks Bylaw 4859 requires you to actually wear it.
