Local News

Airdrie’s first permanent firehall since its incorporation as a city had its grand opening as firefighter Ryan Coslovich performed the chain-cutting ceremony with the Jaws of Life, Aug. 4.

An overturned ruling by the city’s Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB) means Main Street and Centre Avenue will be getting a facelift after sitting vacant for years.

When Kevin Weinberger began as a volunteer firefighter in Pincher Creek nearly 20 years ago, he wanted to be involved in the community. However, he quickly fell in love with the camaraderie, duty and honour of being a member of a protective service.

About 40 Crossfield and area residents attended an information session, Sept. 7, to learn about National Sports Development’s (NSD) plan to launch a hockey program at W.G. Murdoch School.

The improper disposal of a cigarette ignited a blaze at a southeast Airdrie residence causing $250,000 in damages, Aug. 3. The Airdrie Fire Department responded to a call at 149 Big Springs Drive at 9 p.m.

Wildrose Party leader Danielle Smith made a stop in Chestermere Aug. 3 as she continued her provincial tour.

CAO Alvin Melton informed council that water usage was up during the August long weekend, due to a number of factors.

Municipal Affairs has informed Irricana council that it is now hiring a third party to do an inspection of the Town’s policies and operations.

RCMP stopped a stolen BMW near Didsbury on Highway 2, resulting in the arrest of three youth allegedly connected with a spate of break-ins, July 12. The Airdrie break-ins took place over a five-day span between July 8 and 12.

Rocky View Schools’ fourth annual Links to Learning charity golf tournament will take place on Aug. 22, with event proceeds going toward board-sponsored bursaries, scholarships and awards.