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Southern Alberta Summer Games upcoming events
Town of Bow Island The 2026 Southern Alberta Summer Games arrive this week in the County of Forty Mile No. 8 from July 8-11. Here’s a look at some of what’s happening during an incredible week of competition, community, and celebration: Free Open Swim 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 8 – Bow Island Swimming Pool Friday, July 10 – Foremost Swimming Pool Grand… Read More »
New federal bill targeting bail takes effect in July
By Brook Wagner Southern Alberta Newspapers Canada has a new law that makes bail harder to get and sentences tougher for repeat and violent offenders.… Read More »
More Commentator Headlines
- New electoral committee will achieve fairness: MLA Hunter
- Province backtracks on third health-care decision in three weeks as health inspectors move to Primary Care
- Conservatives – Offering Solutions for Canadians
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5 Southern Alberta Eateries You Need to Try This Summer
Discover the best Southern Alberta restaurants for summer dining, from prairie steakhouses to lakeside elegance. Explore five must-try eateries today. Summer in Southern Alberta means… Read More »
ICYMI:Locals Swear by This Hidden Gem Brewery in Southern Alberta
In Lundbreck, Alberta, Oldman River Brewing is crafted from a love for the outdoors and an appreciation for great beer. This family-friendly brewery has been… Read More »
Cypress Courier
Building a legacy: Staffords named Farm Family of the Year
Cypress County Many Farm Family of the Year recipients are recognized after generations of agricultural tradition. Ross and Arlene Stafford are being honoured for building their own. The Stafford family is Cypress County’s Farm Family of the Year for 2026 after spending the past two decades establishing a ranching operation, raising a family, and becoming deeply involved in their community south of Irvine. “We’re excited… Read More »
Province’s first dedicated agricultural school on track for 2027 opening
By Brendan Miller Southern Alberta Newspapers High school students in the region will soon have an opportunity to study various agricultural skills, as construction on… Read More »
More Courier Headlines
- Wright says team-building background helps as new health minister
- Get Ready for the Action Dunmore’s Heritage Gather Returns in July
- Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta celebrates the distribution of 2026 Spring Community Grants for Cypress County
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Blast Off This Summer at Space Arcaders: Medicine Hat’s Favourite Arcade for All Ages
Looking for family-friendly fun that works rain or shine? Space Arcaders in Medicine Hat delivers classic arcade excitement for kids, teens, adults, and everyone in… Read More »
Agriculture →
Horsefly Spillway successfully diverts high flows during significant early-season rain event
St. Mary River Irrigation District For the first time since the project’s inception in 2020, the Horsefly Regional Emergency Spillway was successfully operated to divert… Read More »
SMRID announces 14-inch allocation for 2026 irrigation season
St. Mary River Irrigation District Allocation for the 2026 season has been set to 14 inches, from the farm gate, by the St. Mary River… Read More »
Editorial →
Alberta’s Bill 11 undermines the foundation of public health care
As Alberta moves to implement its two-tier health-care system with Bill 11, policymakers and commentators are increasingly debating whether Canadian provinces should pursue more private-pay… Read More »
The collapse of local news is fuelling a disinformation crisis
Twice the proportion of Canadians today have little to no local news compared to 16 years ago—and as this loss accelerates, the threat of disinformation… Read More »
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Southern Alberta Summer Games upcoming events
Town of Bow Island The 2026 Southern Alberta Summer Games arrive this week in the County of Forty Mile No. 8 from July 8-11. Here’s… Read More »
Get Ready for the Action Dunmore’s Heritage Gather Returns in July
By Nerissa McNaughton Southern Alberta Newspapers The 5th annual Heritage Gather takes place at the Dunmore Equestrian Centre from July 3-5. Whether you have attended in the… Read More »