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"Completely unmanageable": Pandemic taking women out of the workforce

"Completely unmanageable": Pandemic taking women out of the workforce

According to the report, women's employment hit an unprecedented low with 1.5 million women in Canada losing their jobs in the first two months of the pandemic. In April, women's participation in the workforce dropped to 55 per cent, a level not seen since 1986.
Cochrane reports first COVID-19 death

Cochrane reports first COVID-19 death

“That’s going to be very difficult and we need to try and do our best,” said Airdrie-Cochrane MLA Peter Guthrie. “I hope everybody has a safe holiday.”
Local grief support program moves online

Local grief support program moves online

A local grief support program operated by the Airdrie & District Hospice Society is moving online to ensure mourners can still receive the help they need during difficult times.
Airdrie active cases drop to 282

Airdrie active cases drop to 282

Airdrie has reported 282 active COVID-19 cases, down 27 from Dec. 17.
Century Downs casino closes doors once again

Century Downs casino closes doors once again

The closest casino to Airdrie has once again closed its doors due to new public health restrictions enacted province-wide Dec. 13. Casinos were among a slate of entertainment-themed businesses ordered to close during a Dec.
Airdrie reports 309 active COVID-19 cases

Airdrie reports 309 active COVID-19 cases

Airdrie has reported 309 active cases of COVID-19, down three from Dec. 16. According to the provincial regional status map, there is a current infection rate of 441 per 100,000 population. In addition, a total of 1,304 cases have been reported in
Bisons staying positive amid cancellation of Mac’s tournament

Bisons staying positive amid cancellation of Mac’s tournament

There will be no Mac's AAA Midget World Invitational Hockey Tournament for the Airdrie CFR Chemical Bisons to compete in this Christmas, after the tournament was cancelled in the fall due to the spread of COVID-19.
Eighth annual Corey Mace Turkey drive in full swing

Eighth annual Corey Mace Turkey drive in full swing

It takes more than a global pandemic to stop Calgary Stampeders defensive line coach Corey Mace from cancelling his annual turkey drive to support the Airdrie Food Bank (AFB).
RVC Fire Services takes part in Christmas toy drive

RVC Fire Services takes part in Christmas toy drive

Rocky View County (RVC) Fire Services will once again provide a helping hand to the Magic of Christmas. Firefighters in RVC will be collecting toys until Dec.
Christmas decorations abound in Airdrie

Christmas decorations abound in Airdrie

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