A state-of-the-art learning tool is now available to healthcare staff at Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, which will help them practise critical skills and benefit countless patients in their care. 

In support of Rail Safety Week, the RCMP reminds Albertans to exercise caution near rail crossings and dissuades individuals from trespassing onto tracks. In 2019, Alberta had the second highest number of total railway crossing incidents, accounting for 20% of all incidents across the country.

Like a lot of Canada, there are a lot of residents in southern Alberta who don't know where to turn if they are feeling down, anxious or are confused on what to do next when life sometimes rears its ugly head.  

The Alberta Division of CMHA launched a Canada-wide Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) survey today that is open to all Canadians impacted by depression who have found two or more medications ineffective in treating their depressive symptoms. This survey is an expansion of ongoing research by C…

On September 18, Crowsnest Pass RCMP responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle in the community of Frank, within the Crowsnest Pass.

Brooks-Medicine Hat MLA Michaela Glasgo has had a busy summer of touring constituencies, hosting Premier Jason Kenney on a summer excursion though Southern Alberta and her busy regular MLA duties as the provincial government worked through an extremely emotional and full schedule in part due…

On September 11, Nanton RCMP were made aware of counterfeit US currency being used within its community.  Reports of the currency being used in Claresholm and in Fort MacLeod were also received in the following days.

Women ages 50 to 74 — the group most at risk of developing breast cancer — will have local access to mammography services when Alberta Health Services’ Screen Test program arrives in Brocket later this month. 

The annual highway cleanup, which usually occurs in the spring but was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, will take place on Saturday, Sept. 19.

Did you know that Sept. 10 was World Suicide Awareness Day and September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month?

2020 has been a year of severe stress and anxiety on a variety of levels due to many factors including the stress caused by the loss of employment, pandemic fears and subsequent socio-economic affects caused by COVID-19. 

A blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) bloom has been identified in areas of Milk River Ridge Reservoir in the County of Warner. Residents living near the shores of this reservoir, as well as visitors to this reservoir, are advised to take the following precautions: 

Even before the pandemic, many seniors in Southern Alberta were alone and sometimes isolated by a variety of reasons.  

On September 12, at 4 p.m. the Fort MacLeod RCMP were called to a report of a car travelling eastbound in the westbound lanes of Highway 3. Police immediately responded, however while en route additional calls were received that the eastbound vehicle had hit a westbound SUV causing a head on…

An assortment of drugs and weapons were seized after ALERT searched a rural residence outside Medicine Hat. Five people were arrested.

Southern Alberta Community Living Association (SACLA) would like to announce that Trenton C. Regier has been selected through an extensive and competitive recruitment process as SACLA's new Chief Executive Officer - SACLA welcomes new CEO assumed his new role on August 17. 

The Alberta Motor Transport Association is holding its annual Driver Appreciation Days Sept. 1-18 across southern Alberta. 

Lisa Bowes' career has taken her all over Canada and the world. 

Waterton Lakes National Park anticipates welcoming many local visitors this Labour Day weekend.

During the early morning hours of September 2, a silver Toyota Camry was stolen from a community in High River.

The Fort Macleod RCMP are seeking assistance from the public in locating missing 15-year-old Lenny Brave Rock.Lenny Brave Rock is described as follows:·         Indigenous female·         6'2" tall, 160 lbs·         Black hair (usually worn up in a bun), brown eyesLenny left a residence in F…

The Municipal District of Taber is concerned about changes potentially being brought to the assessment model for regulated projects such as oil and gas wells/pipelines.

Raymond/Magrath RCMP are seeking the public's assistance to locate a missing 30-year-old male.

Women ages 50 to 74 — the group most at risk of developing breast cancer — will have local access to mammography services when Alberta Health Services’ Screen Test program arrives in the community next month. 

Women ages 50 to 74 — the group most at risk of developing breast cancer — will have local access to mammography services when Alberta Health Services’ Screen Test program arrives in the community next month. 

A powerful compilation of mental health stories is raising money for the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Alberta Division to help combat the stigma of mental illness in this diverse province. From Shadows to Light: A Whole Human Approach to Mental Health is inspired from personal …

It was first reported by Cypress County on July 31 that the municipality could face dire circumstances if the province were to change how linear assessments are done.

Due to the hot and dry conditions that exist and are forecasted to continue over the next week, Lethbridge County has issued a Fire Ban on all open fires within its municipal boundaries. The Fire Ban excludes fires which are contained in cooking or heating appliances fueled by fluids or gass…

A blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) bloom has been identified in areas of Acadia Valley Reservoir, approximately 160 kilometres north of Medicine Hat. Residents living near the shores of this reservoir, as well as visitors to this reservoir, are advised to take the following precautions: 

Redcliff RCMP have charged Anwar Kamaran, of Walsh, under the criminal code after two incidents on August 8 and August 9. 

On August 10, Picture Butte RCMP received complaints of at least four vehicles entered overnight. One truck was stolen and located in a nearby corn field later in the morning. All of the targeted vehicles were believed to have been left unlocked. 

The Fort Macleod RCMP are seeking assistance from the public in locating missing 15-year-old Lenny Brave Rock. 

The Government of Canada remains committed to protecting the health and safety of Canadians and reducing the spread of COVID-19 in Canada. For public health reasons, the temporary restriction on all optional or discretionary travel at the Canada-United States (U.S.) border remains in place. 

On Aug. 9,  at approximately 6:45 p.m., Brooks RCMP responded to multiple 911 calls of a suspicious person observed in the Brooks Industrial area. 

On July 15, at 2:23 p.m., members of the Fort Macleod RCMP attempted a traffic stop however the vehicle continued at a high rate of speed and crashed through a fence of a local business in the 400 block of 12 Street in Fort Macleod.

Government will give Medicine Hat College $850,000 to replace its electrical substation, providing safe and reliable power to the whole campus.

University of Lethbridge researchers, in partnership with scientists at Applied Pharmaceutical Innovation (API), received funding from MITACS to develop a drug to treat the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which is responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic.

Albertans have another chance to pick up free non-medical face masks at the counter or drive-thru of their local A&W, McDonald’s Canada or Tim Hortons restaurant.

On July 12, at 11:45 p.m., the High River RCMP responded to a report of an armed robbery at a convenience store in the 600 block of 5th Street S.E. in High River.

A unique outdoor dining experience is coming to Lethbridge this summer as Mocha Cabana partners with Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden and Fort Whoop-Up to present carefully curated picnic baskets that can be enjoyed inside our local attractions. 

Interaction between two people has resulted in an arrest of a male.