Local News
Plan to allow low-density housing in Olds neighbourhood approved
CAO says while the town’s housing strategy calls for more multi-unit housing rather than single-family homes, there's room for both
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Bowden Institution inmate convicted of Edmonton wife's 2014 murder dies in custody
Correctional Service Canada says circumstances of Gilbert Robinson's death in custody May 30 will be reviewed
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Former Habitat For Humanity Central Alberta land in Olds rezoned for new use
About a decade ago, the land was obtained from the Town of Olds but is now being divested back to the municipality
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MVC, MD of Bighorn fire sub-agreement updated to simplify fees
Mountain View County agrees to use its firefighting equipment in suppressing fires and rescue equipment for extrication purposes subject to an annual operating contribution
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New 4-H group takes lodge residents in Sundre for stroll down memory lane
Youth parading lamb projects prompts seniors to recall their own experience with 4-H
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MAY 31 ROAD REPORT: Commute road conditions, Highway 2 traffic cameras
Get a look at your commute - click for up-to-date conditions map and road cameras
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Construction contract delayed for Innisfail housing development
Administration says selected contractor is still a go for the project but more information for council is needed before construction moves forward
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Cremona's new water, wastewater rates start in June
Flat rates scrapped as recommended by CAO following resident feedback
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Dandelions don't constitute 'unslightly' yards under Olds bylaw
Dandelions don't necessarily make a yard unsightly, nor are they a noxious weed, protective services director Justin Andrew says
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Mountain View County imposes fire restriction Friday
All current fire and firework permits are cancelled effective May 30 and no new fire or firework permits will be issued until the restriction is lifted
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