Author Archives: Sheldon Spackman
'Crossed my line': Calgary traffic reporter goes viral after response to body comment
CALGARY - TV traffic reporter Leslie Horton developed a thick skin over the years because of nasty feedback from viewers, but she unleashed a viral smackdown last week after she says one of them "cros...
Dec 7, 2023
Funding announced to boost security for at-risk schools in Alberta
The Government of Alberta has announced increased funding to improve safety at Islamic and Jewish faith-based schools.The Alberta Security Infrastructure Program (ASIP) grant is being expanded to incl...
Dec 7, 2023
Alberta reacts to federal emissions cap on oil and gas sector
Canada's oil and gas industry says the emissions cap framework announced by Ottawa could result in significant production curtailments by companies. The Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CA...
Dec 7, 2023
Cap on greenhouse gas emissions singles out Alberta, Premier Smith says
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says Ottawa's proposed cap on greenhouse gas emissions from the oilpatch singles out her province for punitive measures and she promises another court fight with the fed...
Dec 7, 2023
Provincial government taking action to prevent wildfires
EDMONTON, AB - The Government of Alberta is investing $5 million into the Community Fireguard Program.The government is actively pursuing opportunities to increase wildfire preparedness after the blaz...
Dec 7, 2023
Alberta announces more funding for film and TV production
LETHBRIDGE, AB - Alberta is continuing its push as a hot spot for film and television production.On December 7, 2023, the province announced that the Alberta Made Screen Industries Program will suppor...
Dec 7, 2023
Calgary mayor says she won't attend Hanukkah ceremony because it's too political
Calgary's mayor says she won't attend the annual menorah lighting ceremony to mark the beginning of Hanukkah. Mayor Jyoti Gondek posted a statement last night on the social media site X, formerly know...
Dec 7, 2023
Alberta government rejects amendments to Canada Pension Plan exit legislation
EDMONTON - Premier Danielle Smith's government has rejected a proposal that would have compelled it to respect the results of a referendum on whether Alberta should quit the Canada Pension Plan. The U...
Dec 7, 2023
Rebels score four in third period to claim victory over Warriors
The Red Deer Rebels got back in the win column in their second of five road games Wednesday night, following a 5-1 victory over the Warriors at the Moose Jaw Events Centre.The win improves the Rebels ...
Dec 6, 2023
Parts of southern and central Alberta under Snowfall Warnings
A Snowfall Warning is in effect for the Airdrie-Cochrane-Olds-Sundre areas. According to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), snowfall with total amounts of 10 to 20 cm is expected. Snow, hea...
Dec 6, 2023