Author Archives: Josh Hall

Alberta had record year for organ and tissue donations in 2024
More and more Albertans are registering to donate their organs and/or tissues when they die, which has resulted in more people receiving needed transplants.Alberta's organ and tissue donation program,...
Aug 05, 2025

After unionized Canada Post workers reject 'final offers,' what happens next?
OTTAWA - Labour experts say another postal service strike is unlikely after unionized Canada Post workers rejected their employer's latest round of offers in a forced vote and the parties mull their n...
Aug 05, 2025

One dead following serious collision near Rimbey Friday
Rimbey RCMP say one person has died following a serious collision they were called to on Friday. On Aug. 1, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. Rimbey RCMP received a report of a two-vehicle collision at the intersect...
Aug 03, 2025

Alberta RCMP reminds motorists of safe driving tips ahead of long weekend
The Alberta RCMP are reminding motorists to be alert on the road and drive safe this long weekend.The first weekend of August marks Heritage Day long weekend and police are alerting the public to a fe...
Aug 01, 2025

In the news today: Canada hit with 35 per cent tariffs
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Canada hit with 35 per cent tariffs Canada was hit with 35 per cent tariffs on Friday after U.S. President Don...
Aug 01, 2025

Located: Hope Fawn Jessalyn Crier, 26, of Red Deer
Red Deer RCMP say Hope Fawn Jessalyn Crier, who was reported missing after last being seen in July, has been located and is safe. They thank the media and the public for their assistance.
Jul 31, 2025

Heat warning issued for Red Deer
A heat warning has been issued for the Red Deer area, and many other parts of the province.According to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), the region will experience daytime high temperatur...
Jul 30, 2025

British Columbians told to avoid coast, after Russia quake triggers tsunami advisory
WICKANINISH BEACH, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA - British Columbians are being urged to stay away from coastal areas that remain under a tsunami advisory, after one of the most powerful earthquakes ever r...
Jul 30, 2025

Poilievre appears to own the night at Camrose byelection forum
There were cheers, and a few jeers Tuesday night in Camrose, Alta. as 10 candidates in the Battle River-Crowfoot byelection took to the stage for a forum hosted by the Camrose & District Chamber o...
Jul 29, 2025

8.8-magnitude earthquake causes tsunami in Russia and Japan, sets off warnings for Alaska and Hawaii
TOKYO (AP) - One of the world's strongest earthquakes struck Russia's Far East early Wednesday, an 8.8-magnitude temblor that caused a tsunami in the northern Pacific region and prompted warnings for ...
Jul 29, 2025