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Your Community Newspaper - First in the Foothills
NEWS: LETTER: Democracy is not a spectator sport
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LETTER: Democracy is not a spectator sport
Public urged to get involved as Alberta's natural world is hanging in the balance.
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22 minutes ago
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NEWS: ROAD REPORT: Foothills road conditions and cameras
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ROAD REPORT: Foothills road conditions and cameras
Get a look at your commute - click for up-to-date conditions map and road cameras
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about 2 hours ago
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NEWS: Food and drink breaking down barriers at Okotoks school
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Food and drink breaking down barriers at Okotoks school
Students in the inclusive education program at Foothills Composite High School are making connections and valuable life skills.
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about 15 hours ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta's Smith calls on Carney to speed up major project approvals
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Alberta's Smith calls on Carney to speed up major project approvals
Prime Minister Mark Carney's Major Projects Office, established last year, currently aims to complete regulatory reviews within two years.
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about 16 hours ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Insurers taking losses due to Alberta auto rate cap: Insurance Bureau of Canada
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Insurers taking losses due to Alberta auto rate cap: Insurance Bureau of Canada
The report says a substantial majority of Alberta auto insurers were unprofitable that year, with private passenger automobile insurance taking the biggest hit.
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about 17 hours ago
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NEWS: Okotoks featured in paranormal investigation TV series
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Okotoks featured in paranormal investigation TV series
The ghosts of Okotoks are put in the spotlight by The Other Side, a paranormal documentary series on APTN.
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about 18 hours ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta RCMP participate in Sirens for Life campaign
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Alberta RCMP participate in Sirens for Life campaign
Sirens for Life runs until the end of January and encourages teams of first responders, public safety, and military personnel to give blood.
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about 20 hours ago
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NEWS: Okotoks Public Library expands its âLibrary of Thingsâ
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Okotoks Public Library expands its âLibrary of Thingsâ
Everything from a PlayStation 4 console to a pocket microscope can be borrowed with a valid library card.
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about 20 hours ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: The past and potential of Venezuela's oil sector, and what it means for Canada
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The past and potential of Venezuela's oil sector, and what it means for Canada
Trump has said he thinks Venezuelaâs decimated oil industry could be rebuilt in less than 18 months with U.S. support.
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about 21 hours ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Reducing the risks of sidewalk ice melt for pets
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Reducing the risks of sidewalk ice melt for pets
The ice melt used to remove ice buildup on sidewalks in the winter often contains toxic or harmful chemicals which can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and excessive drooling if consumed by pets.
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about 22 hours ago
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NEWS: Extensive speaker series aimed at older adults in Okotoks
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Extensive speaker series aimed at older adults in Okotoks
The Age-Friendly Speaker Series offers more than three dozen presentations on a wide range of topics.
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about 22 hours ago
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NEWS: First playoff spots booked at Curling Alberta Summit of Champions in Okotoks
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First playoff spots booked at Curling Alberta Summit of Champions in Okotoks
Team Gray-Withers, Kevin Koe earn A-qualifying spots with three more spots left
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about 24 hours ago
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NEWS: DATEBOOK: Foothills Song Writers Troupe welcomes new members
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DATEBOOK: Foothills Song Writers Troupe welcomes new members
All genres of music, skill levels and ages are welcome in group that meets monthly just outside of Okotoks.
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1 day ago
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COOL WINTER GUIDE: This Awesome Winter Music Festival In Medicine Hat Is Worth Road Tripping For
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This Awesome Winter Music Festival In Medicine Hat Is Worth Road Tripping For
COOL WINTER GUIDE: Ready to shake off the winter blahs in the coolest way possible? This one-of-a-kind winter music festival transforms an old industrial landmark into a warm, toe-tapping celebration of folk, community, and Alberta talent. Trust us, youâve never experienced live music like this.
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1 day ago
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NEWS: ROAD REPORT: Foothills road conditions and cameras
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ROAD REPORT: Foothills road conditions and cameras
Get a look at your commute - click for up-to-date conditions map and road cameras
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1 day ago
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NEWS: Restaurant brand with 200 U.S. locations coming to Okotoks
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Restaurant brand with 200 U.S. locations coming to Okotoks
A fast-casual Italian restaurant chain is opening its second Canadian location in Okotoks
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1 day ago
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NEWS: High River RCMP recover stolen industrial equipment
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High River RCMP recover stolen industrial equipment
A significant amount of stolen property was recovered during a search in High River after a vehicle fled a traffic stop
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1 day ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta Humane Society takes trio of roosters in from the cold
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Alberta Humane Society takes trio of roosters in from the cold
The roosters, who had been found huddled together in the cold by community peace officers, were brought into the animal shelter on the evening of Jan. 5.
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1 day ago
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NEWS: One book removed from Foothills school in response to provincial order
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One book removed from Foothills school in response to provincial order
Just one book was removed from a Foothills School Division high school to comply with provincial rules banning sexually explicit material.
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1 day ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: City of Calgary pipe repairs progressing, restrictions remain
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City of Calgary pipe repairs progressing, restrictions remain
Calgary general manager of infrastructure Michael Thompson said the damaged pipe segment has been removed and replaced, and backfilling of soil around the pipe began last night.
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1 day ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta baker top three finalist in Greatest Baker competition
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Alberta baker top three finalist in Greatest Baker competition
âIt really boils down to the support of your community, no matter where you are, and I feel really fortunate that I have built a community out here in Powell River, as well as back home in Alberta,â said Liz Wik.
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1 day ago
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NEWS: Raiders, Oilers host White Out Game this weekend in Okotoks
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Raiders, Oilers host White Out Game this weekend in Okotoks
Okotoksâ U18 AAA teams playing double-header Saturday at Viking Rentals Centre
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1 day ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: 3 firms accounted for 25% of lobbyist registrations in Alberta
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3 firms accounted for 25% of lobbyist registrations in Alberta
While more than 500 organizations and consultant lobbyist firms appeared in the provincial registry in 2025, three well-connected firms accounted for about 25 per cent of all lobbying efforts.
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2 days ago
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NEWS: Christmas trees no longer picked up at curb in Diamond Valley
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Christmas trees no longer picked up at curb in Diamond Valley
Budget cuts mean residents must now drop off Christmas trees at Field of Dreams parking lot.
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2 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Unpopular legislation pushed through in a misguided and undemocratic 2025 under the UCP, Nenshi says
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Unpopular legislation pushed through in a misguided and undemocratic 2025 under the UCP, Nenshi says
Albertaâs premier steered her party in unpopular directions in 2025 while neglecting critical rural issues like Chinese tariffs on canola, NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi said.
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2 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Care for a scorpion with your pint?
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Care for a scorpion with your pint?
Alberta brewer serves up Wyrd Bier
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2 days ago
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NEWS: Nearly 100 bald eagles spotted in annual High River count
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Nearly 100 bald eagles spotted in annual High River count
Eagles, owls and even a kingfisher were among the 33 species recorded in the Christmas Bird Count in High River.
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2 days ago
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NEWS: Sturmay, Koe through to qualifier finals on Day 4 at Summit of Champions
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Sturmay, Koe through to qualifier finals on Day 4 at Summit of Champions
Van Amsterdam versus Koe, Sturmay against Gray-Withers in playoff qualifiers
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2 days ago
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COOL WINTER GUIDE: ICYMI: This Alberta City is Known As 'Park City' With Over 110 Kms Of Gorgeous Trails
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ICYMI: This Alberta City is Known As 'Park City' With Over 110 Kms Of Gorgeous Trails
COOL WINTER GUIDE: If you love a good walking, hiking, snowshoeing, or biking trail, youâre going to find it in this Albertan city with over 110 kms of beautiful trails.
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2 days ago
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NEWS: COLUMN: Missing man not really that elderly
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COLUMN: Missing man not really that elderly
Alberta RCMP press release comes as a gut punch as missing man's age is revealed.
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2 days ago
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NEWS: ROAD REPORT: Foothills road conditions and cameras
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ROAD REPORT: Foothills road conditions and cameras
Get a look at your commute - click for up-to-date conditions map and road cameras
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2 days ago
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NEWS: Four-car collision slows traffic in Okotoks
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Four-car collision slows traffic in Okotoks
Emergency crews are working to clear a four-car accident in Okotoks
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3 days ago
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NEWS: Changes made to snow clearing priorities in Okotoks
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Changes made to snow clearing priorities in Okotoks
Some roads have had their snow clearing priority level changed following an annual review in Okotoks
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3 days ago
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NEWS: CTR schools outperform provincial averages in all metrics
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CTR schools outperform provincial averages in all metrics
Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools scored above-average in 12 measures evaluated by Alberta Education
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3 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Government of Alberta promotes proposed Northwest Coast Oil Pipeline project
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Government of Alberta promotes proposed Northwest Coast Oil Pipeline project
The website for the Northwest Coast Oil Pipeline will provide project information, timelines, updates, and support open dialogue, says the Government of Alberta.
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3 days ago
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NEWS: Double-digit highs are on the way for Okotoks
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Double-digit highs are on the way for Okotoks
Environment Canada's seven-day forecast will have a lot of people smiling in the Foothills.
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3 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta RCMP gives intersection safety tips to drivers and pedestrians
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Alberta RCMP gives intersection safety tips to drivers and pedestrians
A new year has begun, and the Alberta RCMP is providing intersection safety tips to help make our roads and highways safe for everyone.
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3 days ago
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NEWS: GALLERY: Okotoks students bust a move at annual Jive-Off
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GALLERY: Okotoks students bust a move at annual Jive-Off
Students from St. John Paul II Collegiate put their hard work on display in annual dance competition.
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3 days ago
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NEWS: Foothills Falcons to welcome the elite at Sheep River Shootout
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Foothills Falcons to welcome the elite at Sheep River Shootout
Basketball: No. 2 ranked Foothills hosting eight-team tournament
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3 days ago
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ICYMI: SPOTLIGHT: First Nails Celebrates Double Gold Win in Readersâ Choice Awards
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First Nails Celebrates Double Gold Win in Readersâ Choice Awards
Discover why First Nails in Okotoks won two gold Readers' Choice awards. Learn about their medical-grade hygiene, expert services, and the best mani-pedi in town.
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3 days ago
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NEWS: GALLERY: Libbus, Koe among Day 2 winners at Okotoks' curling provincials
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GALLERY: Libbus, Koe among Day 2 winners at Okotoks' curling provincials
Eight teams through to A-event semifinal at Curling Alberta's Summit of Champions
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3 days ago
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COOL WINTER GUIDE: ICYMI: Here is Why You Should Snowmobile on the Iron Horse Trail This Winter
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ICYMI: Here is Why You Should Snowmobile on the Iron Horse Trail This Winter
COOL WINTER GUIDE: Snowmobiling is a fun sport in Alberta, and in case you have not tried it yet, this winter is the perfect time to take your snowmobile down the Iron Horse Trail.
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3 days ago
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NEWS: EDITORIAL: Letâs not be in a rush to become a city
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EDITORIAL: Letâs not be in a rush to become a city
Growth will turn Okotoks into a city, but let's hold on to the town designation a while longer.
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3 days ago
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NEWS: ROAD REPORT: Foothills road conditions and cameras
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ROAD REPORT: Foothills road conditions and cameras
Get a look at your commute - click for up-to-date conditions map and road cameras
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3 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Centre of Alberta time capsule overdue
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Centre of Alberta time capsule overdue
Resident who attended the opening of the geographical centre of Alberta says it is time to open the time capsule
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4 days ago
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NEWS: Indian community celebrates the season in Okotoks
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Indian community celebrates the season in Okotoks
Music, dancing, food and more during holiday celebration at Gorkha Spice.
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4 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta launches website for potential new West Coast oil pipeline
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Alberta launches website for potential new West Coast oil pipeline
The government says the page will act as a central hub for project information and updates to ensure transparency and open dialogue.
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4 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta school boards remove dozens of books as new provincial rules in effect
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Alberta school boards remove dozens of books as new provincial rules in effect
The provincial policy requires schools to remove books containing explicit images or illustrations of sexual content.
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4 days ago
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NEWS: Double dose of Okotoks at Knights Classic this week
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Double dose of Okotoks at Knights Classic this week
HTA Knights senior boys hosting 29th annual basketball tournament
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4 days ago
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NEWS: COLUMN: New Yearâs resolution season comes at inopportune time
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COLUMN: New Yearâs resolution season comes at inopportune time
Winter season is not always ideal for a restart, so how about starting the new year with the vernal equinox?
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4 days ago
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