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Your Community Newspaper - First in the Foothills
NEWS: Audition deadline nears for second edition of Okotoks' Got Talent
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Audition deadline nears for second edition of Okotoks' Got Talent
Performers have until Jan. 18 to submit an audition video to participate in annual Okotoks talent show.
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about 6 hours ago
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NEWS: Acclaimed classical artists to perform in High River
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Acclaimed classical artists to perform in High River
Cellist Cameron Crozman and pianist Meagan Milatz to perform masterworks and contemporary Canadian compositions.
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about 8 hours ago
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NEWS: Okotoks Oilers fill the net in post-holiday return
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Okotoks Oilers fill the net in post-holiday return
BCHL's Oilers score six in 6-3 road result over Vernon
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about 9 hours ago
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NEWS: LETTER: Why change garbage collection when it worked so well?
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LETTER: Why change garbage collection when it worked so well?
Okotoks resident is not a fan of bins being collected on different days.
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about 13 hours 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 14 hours ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: How to forecast the northern lights
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How to forecast the northern lights
Cold Lake made a list of the best places to watch the Northern Lights in Alberta, alongside larger tourist destinations like Banff and Elk Island National Park. LakelandTODAY interviewed Dr. Andy Kale about what causes the famous phenomenon.
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1 day ago
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NEWS: Fog advisory in place in southern Alberta
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Fog advisory in place in southern Alberta
Okotoks, High River, Foothills County, Diamond Valley among areas included in advisory
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1 day ago
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NEWS: Okotoks RCMP issue warning about theft of idling vehicles
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Okotoks RCMP issue warning about theft of idling vehicles
It only takes seconds for a thief to steal a vehicle that's idling with the keys inside.
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1 day ago
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NEWS: Beef clinic continues busy time for Millarville 4-H Club
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Beef clinic continues busy time for Millarville 4-H Club
Workshop, farm tour and clinic help members of Millarville Stockland 4-H Club prepare beef projects.
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1 day ago
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NEWS: LETTER: Okotoks fireworks keep dog shaking for five hours
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LETTER: Okotoks fireworks keep dog shaking for five hours
Dog is inconsolable from start of Town's fireworks show at 7 p.m. until after midnight.
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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: Highwood recall organizer concerned by harassment
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Highwood recall organizer concerned by harassment
The organizer of a recall campaign against MLA RJ Sigurdson is speaking out after volunteers have been harassed and intimidated.
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2 days ago
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NEWS: Okotoks RCMP seek assistance identifying break-in suspect
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Okotoks RCMP seek assistance identifying break-in suspect
Suspect stole various items from garages in Crystal Shores and Drake Landing Loop.
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2 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta group gets green light to collect signatures for separation referendum
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Alberta group gets green light to collect signatures for separation referendum
Elections Alberta announced Friday that Mitch Sylvestre and the Alberta Prosperity Project have from Saturday until May 2 to collect just under 178,000 signatures to qualify.
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2 days ago
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NEWS: Okotoks neighbourhood competes for pink inflatable hippo
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Okotoks neighbourhood competes for pink inflatable hippo
Operation Merry Mischief, starring an inflatable hippo, built community in a Suntree cul-de-sac this holiday season.
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2 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta Tory Party says prepping for possible spring election against Smith's UCP
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Alberta Tory Party says prepping for possible spring election against Smith's UCP
The next Alberta general election is slated for October 2027, but Smith has been dealing with rumours she might take voters to the polls much sooner than that.
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2 days ago
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NEWS: Input sought on proposed commercial-industrial area in Okotoks
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Input sought on proposed commercial-industrial area in Okotoks
Thunder Stone Junction proposed for 470 acres south of 338 Avenue near Highway 2.
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2 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Forever Canadian petition organizer says heâs working on referendum plan
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Forever Canadian petition organizer says heâs working on referendum plan
Former Alberta deputy premier accuses provincial government of âadding periods to the hockey gameâ until separatists win a vote on Alberta secession
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2 days ago
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NEWS: Cavalry FC sign CPL stalwart goalkeeper Nathan Ingham
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Cavalry FC sign CPL stalwart goalkeeper Nathan Ingham
Seven-year CPL veteran takes over last line of defence for Cavs
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2 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Calgary water consumption at "red zone" level after main break
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Calgary water consumption at "red zone" level after main break
Residents, including the people of Airdrie, are being asked to reduce shower times, run full dishwashers, and flush toilets when necessary.
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2 days ago
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NEWS: Fog advisory in Foothills includes risk of freezing drizzle
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Fog advisory in Foothills includes risk of freezing drizzle
Foggy conditions in Okotoks area will persist until Saturday afternoon, creating areas of near-zero visibility.
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2 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta govât approved sale of 10,600 acres of land to foreign owners in 2025
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Alberta govât approved sale of 10,600 acres of land to foreign owners in 2025
Thirteen orders-in-council were put forward in 2025 to permit foreign companies and people to buy more than 10,600 acres, or about 43 square kilometres, of land in the province.
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2 days ago
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NEWS: Over 1,000 kids receive Christmas gifts through Shop of Wonders
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Over 1,000 kids receive Christmas gifts through Shop of Wonders
MyCityCare Okotoks' annual holiday program is able to serve over 460 families in 2025 thanks to community's generosity.
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2 days ago
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COOL WINTER GUIDE: The Alberta Winter Games Return this February & Theyâre Bigger Than Ever
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The Alberta Winter Games Return this February & Theyâre Bigger Than Ever
COOL WINTER GUIDE: Get ready for four days of competition, community spirit, and pure Alberta energy as young athletes from across the province come together for one unforgettable winter celebration.
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3 days ago
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NEWS: DATEBOOK: Age-Friendly Speaker Series talks investing, mortgages
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DATEBOOK: Age-Friendly Speaker Series talks investing, mortgages
Free series at the Okotoks & District Seniors Club offers information on a range of topics.
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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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NEWS: YEAR IN PHOTOS: Western Wheel's top images from 2025
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YEAR IN PHOTOS: Western Wheel's top images from 2025
A look back at the last 12 months through photos from the front pages.
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3 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: First Home Savings Account: A Key Tool For Aspiring Homeowners In Canada
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First Home Savings Account: A Key Tool For Aspiring Homeowners In Canada
FHSA combines the best features of RRSPs and TFSAs to make homeownership more attainable.
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3 days ago
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NEWS: Here are the most read stories of 2025 on Western Wheelâs website
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Here are the most read stories of 2025 on Western Wheelâs website
With more than five million page views, westernwheel.ca experienced record readership numbers in 2025.
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3 days ago
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NEWS: GALLERY: Diamond Valley residents celebrate New Year's Eve
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GALLERY: Diamond Valley residents celebrate New Year's Eve
Diamond Valley residents rang in the New Year with a night of dancing, music, and family-friendly fun
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3 days ago
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COOL WINTER GUIDE: ICYMI: Albertaâs Woodshed Burgers Is Setting The Standard For What Keeping It Local Looks Like
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ICYMI: Albertaâs Woodshed Burgers Is Setting The Standard For What Keeping It Local Looks Like
COOL WINTER GUIDE: If you happen to be in Edmonton and youâre looking for somewhere to eat, youâre making a big mistake if you go anywhere but Woodshed Burgers. This place is local through and through, and youâre going to want to try it for yourself.
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4 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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4 days ago
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NEWS: GALLERY: Okotoks rings in the New Year with fireworks show
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GALLERY: Okotoks rings in the New Year with fireworks show
Okotoks held a firework show on New Year's Eve to ring in 2026
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4 days ago
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NEWS: YEAR IN CARTOONS: A humourous look at the Foothills in 2025
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YEAR IN CARTOONS: A humourous look at the Foothills in 2025
You can count on Western Wheel cartoonist Phil Irwin to tickle the funny bone on the biggest issues of the day.
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4 days ago
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NEWS: Okotoks curler thrilled for home provincial championships
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Okotoks curler thrilled for home provincial championships
Curling Alberta Menâs, Womenâs Championships Jan. 5-11 at Okotoks Recreation Centre
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4 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta Minister Brian Jean heads into 2026 optimistic about economy and industry
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Alberta Minister Brian Jean heads into 2026 optimistic about economy and industry
During an end-of-year interview, Alberta's Minister of Energy and Minerals Brian Jean discussed projects that have taken place in the region throughout the year, as well as what's ahead looking forward to 2026.
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4 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Imperial job losses in Calgary
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Imperial job losses in Calgary
Positions being eliminated by Imperial Oil as part of a planned restructuring are mainly expected to be in Calgary.
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4 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta, Quebec referendums likely would fail due to Canadians' anxiety: pollster
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Alberta, Quebec referendums likely would fail due to Canadians' anxiety: pollster
Abacus Data has been studying what it calls the "precarity mindset" in Canada for the last year, says that uncertainty would need to ease in order for a "yes" vote to succeed in either province.
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4 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Calgary water systems safe after major water main break
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Calgary water systems safe after major water main break
âAs mayor, public safety squarely lands on my shoulders, collectively as a city council, and that is why we are taking the needed action to ensure our city administration is held accountable," said Mayor Jeromy Farkas.
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4 days ago
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NEWS: YEAR IN REVIEW: Councils oppose raising speed limit in December
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YEAR IN REVIEW: Councils oppose raising speed limit in December
Councils from Okotoks and Foothills County tell Province they're opposed to increasing speed limit on Highway 2.
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4 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Ancient eruption forced evacuation of Albertaâs Indigenous peoples
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Ancient eruption forced evacuation of Albertaâs Indigenous peoples
Seven thousand six hundred years ago, a volcanic eruption of unprecedented scale rocked Western North America.
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4 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta Environment Minister Rebecca Schulz quits cabinet, to leave soon as MLA
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Alberta Environment Minister Rebecca Schulz quits cabinet, to leave soon as MLA
Schulz made the announcement on social media Wednesday.
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4 days ago
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NEWS: New Yearâs Eve fireworks in Okotoks and Diamond Valley
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New Yearâs Eve fireworks in Okotoks and Diamond Valley
Diamond Valley's New Yearâs Eve celebration includes DJ dance party, skating, horse-drawn wagon rides, stargazing and more.
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4 days ago
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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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4 days ago
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NEWS: YEAR IN REVIEW: Recall launched against Sigurdson in November
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YEAR IN REVIEW: Recall launched against Sigurdson in November
Highwood MLA RJ Sigurdson facing recall effort after application submitted to Elections Alberta.
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4 days ago
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NEWS: COLUMN: Voters should have final say on Alberta Next ideas
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COLUMN: Voters should have final say on Alberta Next ideas
Danielle Smith should put Alberta Next recommendations to the electorate during the 2027 provincial election.
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4 days ago
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COOL WINTER GUIDE: ICYMI: Six Best Beginner Cross-Country Ski Trails For Beginners Around Alberta
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ICYMI: Six Best Beginner Cross-Country Ski Trails For Beginners Around Alberta
COOL WINTER GUIDE: So, you want to get into cross-country skiing this winter? Amazing! You'll find trails all over the province. Here are some of the best cross-country ski trails for beginners around Alberta.
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5 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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5 days ago
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BEYOND LOCAL: Cybersecurity blind spots put Alberta farms at risk
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Cybersecurity blind spots put Alberta farms at risk
Hackers are targeting outdated systems on farm equipment, exploiting weak networks and poor IT hygiene to disrupt operations and demand ransom.
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5 days ago
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NEWS: Nine Okotoks athletes make the grade for Senior Bowl
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Nine Okotoks athletes make the grade for Senior Bowl
HTA sending seven, Foothills two to Football Alberta all-star showcase
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5 days ago
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