Local News

An outbreak of Norovirus has been confirmed at the Medicine Tree Manor seniors’ residence in High River.

The 32 Street bridge corridor has a new name in recognition of the man many credit as key to getting the structure built. Town council approved naming the bridge McAlpine Crossing on Feb. 14 in honor of former Mayor Bill McAlpine.

The Sheep River valley is a favourite destination for Okotoks residents looking to get outdoors, but after a recent cougar sighting in the valley near downtown, people are urged to use caution when walking in the area.

Canadian Blood Services is encouraging Okotokians to roll up their sleeves and donate blood at a clinic to be held Feb. 28.

Okotoks town council remains hesitant to discuss a pipeline to resolve its water supply issues, but the fate of a proposed development outside its borders may be the key.

Through the warmth of a hearty bowl of soup, a new charity group is hoping to provide comfort to local residents who have fallen on tough times. Hosted by the Soup Sisters, the charity organization is planning an evening of soup making Feb.

Calgary city council voted last week to eliminate fluoride from its water system and an local resident is pushing for Okotoks to do the same.

To help foster teens’ self-esteem, the Boys and Girls Club of Diamond Valley has launched a new program encouraging them to get creative through music and art.

A shortage of a number of commonly used prescription drugs is being felt across the country, and one Alberta pharmacist says the scarcity of certain drugs is frustrating to both professionals and patients.

A proposal for a carbon-capture monitoring project in the Priddis-Millarville area would have been against the wishes of a foothills philanthropist who gifted the proposed site to the University of Calgary.