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Town of Redcliff June 22 Council meeting highlights
By Nerissa McNaughton Southern Alberta Newspapers Redcliff Council met on June 22 to work through a full agenda, with decisions touching on infrastructure, recreation, land matters, and several appointments. Here is a look at what Council discussed and the motions that moved forward. Previous Meeting Minutes – a Recap The meeting started with the adoption of the June 8 Council minutes, in which the following decisions were made: Outdoor Gym Equipment… Read More »
St. Michael’s School wraps up a memorable year in Bow Island
By Nerissa McNaughton Southern Alberta Newspapers As students trade classrooms for summer adventures, St. Michael’s School in Bow Island looks back on a school year… Read More »
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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 »
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 »
Cypress Courier
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 past or are attending for the first time, there is plenty to enjoy. “We have a lot of the same things from previous years,” says event representative Kelly Creasy, “but we also have some things you simply won’t see anywhere else!” As… Read More »
Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta celebrates the distribution of 2026 Spring Community Grants for Cypress County
Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta The Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta (CFSEA) has announced the distribution of $332,061 in 2026 Spring Community Grants to 35… Read More »
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- Redcliff seeking input from residents on community wellbeing
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ICYMI: Camping Where Dinosaurs Once Roamed: Why This Park Is a Must-Visit
Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Dinosaur Provincial Park offers a unique blend of natural beauty and incredible archaeological significance. It’s a protected area… Read More »
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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 »
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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 »
What Alberta is asking Canada
Some people across the country are overreacting to Premier Danielle Smith’s May 21 announcement that Alberta will add a 10th question to its Oct. 19… Read More »
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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 »
Bow Island Elks Men’s Golf Tournament set for May 31
By Nerissa McNaughton Southern Alberta Newspapers Get ready for the Bow Island Elks Men’s Golf Tournament on Sunday, May 31, at Bow Island Golf Club.… Read More »