NewsRed Deer
AltaLink to fly helicopter patrols across central Alberta Aug. 24-28
The utility says the flights are routine and aims to limit disturbance to residents, livestock and wildlife along the way.
Source: rdnewsNOW
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SportsMedicine Hat
Jesse Carlson wins Indian Relay title at Medicine Hat Stampede
The Two Medicine rider came from fourth place to capture the championship as two days of racing wrapped up on Sunday.
Source: CHAT News Today
NewsEdmonton
Parkland RCMP seek missing 42-year-old Timothy Wilson, last seen May 11
Police believe Timothy Wilson could be in Parkland County, Edmonton, Fort McMurray, Red Deer or Calgary and are asking anyone with information to come forward.
Source: rdnewsNOW
Weather & AlertsLethbridge
Southern Alberta under yellow smoke alert as B.C. wildfire haze drifts east
Environment Canada expanded an orange air quality alert across a wide swath of southern B.C., while southwest Alberta remains at a moderate risk level.
Sources: Lethbridge News Now, rdnewsNOW, CHAT News Today, EverythingGP
BusinessRed Deer
Red Deer average rent rises to $1,536 in July, still among cheapest in Canada
Despite a monthly increase, Red Deer continues to rank near the bottom of Canadian rental markets for cost, according to the latest national rent report.
Source: rdnewsNOW
CommunityEdmonton
St. Albert car wash marks anniversary with hunger relief fundraiser
Instead of running a sales promotion, a local business is using its anniversary to support residents facing food insecurity in St. Albert.
Source: St. Albert Gazette
Across Alberta
Weather & AlertsProvince-wide
Human-caused wildfire near Reno forces 90,000 evacuations, injures six
The Hawk Fire tore through Reno, Nevada's Peavine Mountain area over the weekend, destroying homes and prompting a state of emergency as winds pushed flames toward the University of Nevada campus.
Sources: Lethbridge News Now, rdnewsNOW, CHAT News Today, EverythingGP
PoliticsProvince-wide
Fort Carlton gathering marks Treaty 6's 150th anniversary Sunday
Governor General Louise Arbour and Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak are among speakers set to attend a ceremony unveiling a new anniversary monument.
Sources: Lethbridge News Now, rdnewsNOW, CHAT News Today, EverythingGP
Outdoors & RockiesProvince-wide
Alberta Fish and Wildlife urges residents to make coyotes feel unwelcome
With coyote populations rising in urban areas, provincial officials say residents can help by responding aggressively to sightings rather than ignoring the animals.
Sources: rdnewsNOW, EverythingGP, Lethbridge News Now, CHAT News Today
BusinessProvince-wide
Smith warns retaliatory tariffs could raise farm equipment costs 50%
Canada and the U.S. are locked in a fresh tariff standoff after Ottawa suspended trade talks, drawing mixed reaction from provincial leaders including Alberta's premier.
Sources: Lethbridge News Now, rdnewsNOW, CHAT News Today, EverythingGP
PoliticsProvince-wide
Trade talks collapse as U.S. hits Canada with 50% tariffs, Carney vows retaliation
Canada's prime minister called it a trade war after negotiations broke down Friday night, with premiers across the country split on how loudly to cheer Ottawa's response.
Sources: Lethbridge News Now, rdnewsNOW, CHAT News Today, EverythingGP
BusinessProvince-wide
U.S. imposes 50% tariffs on $28B in Canadian goods as talks collapse
Canada's business and labour leaders warned the new tariffs could force exporters to cut jobs or shut down entirely after trade negotiations broke off in Ottawa.
Sources: Lethbridge News Now, rdnewsNOW, CHAT News Today, EverythingGP
More from Alberta newsrooms
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- Rocky Mountain OutlookProvince-wideAug 23
PHOTOS: The past week in photography in the Bow Valley
PHOTOS: The past week in photography in the Bow Valley
Read at Rocky Mountain Outlook ↗ - Rocky Mountain OutlookProvince-wideAug 23
Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week
TORONTO — Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: WestJet flight attendants A weeklong contract ratification vote by flight attendants at WestJet is set to wrap up on Monday afternoon.
Read at Rocky Mountain Outlook ↗ - Rocky Mountain OutlookProvince-wideAug 23
LETTER: Bow Valley fastball blast from the past
Read at Rocky Mountain Outlook ↗ - Rocky Mountain OutlookProvince-wideAug 23
Key points on the legacy of Treaty 6, first signed 150 years ago
DUCK LAKE — Treaty 6, primarily covering most of what's now central Alberta and central Saskatchewan, was signed 150 years ago by the Crown and First Nations chiefs.
Read at Rocky Mountain Outlook ↗ - Rocky Mountain OutlookProvince-wideAug 23
Politicians, dignitaries and Indigenous leaders to mark 150th anniversary of Treaty 6
DUCK LAKE — It was 150 years ago when First Nations chiefs and dignitaries met at Fort Carlton, in the wilderness of what is now Saskatchewan, to carve out a lasting agreement on how to work and live as the modern shape of Canada emerged.
Read at Rocky Mountain Outlook ↗ - St. Albert GazetteProvince-wideAug 22
Local liquor store owner says he's feeling the hit as sales fall
Alberta based liquor and cannabis retailer SNDL Inc. reported a nearly $8 million loss in second quarter.
Read at St. Albert Gazette ↗ - St. Albert GazetteProvince-wideAug 22
Alberta senator unveils 'archive of hope' 2SLGBTQI+ book collection
Senator Kristopher Wells champions inclusion with largest known archive of 2SLGBTQI+ children’s literature
Read at St. Albert Gazette ↗ - Rocky Mountain OutlookProvince-wideAug 22
LETTER: It is time to FireSmart, Bow Valley
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