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Minister of Justice David Lametti prepares to appear before the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights in Ottawa, Monday, March 6, 2023. Justice Minister David Lametti is preparing to face off with his provincial counterparts in Ottawa Friday on whether to reform Canada’s bail system, as premiers, federal Conservatives and law enforcement leaders demand more restrictions. (Justin Tang/The Canadian Press)

Federal and provincial justice ministers meeting to discuss bail reform

Justice Minister David Lametti is preparing to face off with his provincial…

Minister of Justice David Lametti prepares to appear before the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights in Ottawa, Monday, March 6, 2023. Justice Minister David Lametti is preparing to face off with his provincial counterparts in Ottawa Friday on whether to reform Canada’s bail system, as premiers, federal Conservatives and law enforcement leaders demand more restrictions. (Justin Tang/The Canadian Press)
In this March 24, 2020 file photo, a Chase bank employee, right, cleans the branches ATMs as a customer uses another in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York. Shares of some banks are falling in premarket trading on Friday, March 10, 2023, following SVB Financial Group’s announcement that it plans to raise up to $1.75 billion in order to strengthen its position amid concerns about higher interest rates and the economy. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File)

Silicon Valley Bank is seized by US after historic failure

U.S. regulators rushed to seize the assets of Silicon Valley Bank on…

In this March 24, 2020 file photo, a Chase bank employee, right, cleans the branches ATMs as a customer uses another in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York. Shares of some banks are falling in premarket trading on Friday, March 10, 2023, following SVB Financial Group’s announcement that it plans to raise up to $1.75 billion in order to strengthen its position amid concerns about higher interest rates and the economy. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File)
B.C. deputy premier and Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General Mike Farnworth speaks during a news conference in Vancouver on Monday, April 11, 2022. The British Columbia government says the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team will lead a probe into allegations of historic misconduct by members of the Prince George RCMP detachment, and the failure of the force to act on the complaints. (Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press)

Alberta agency to conduct independent probe of B.C. RCMP Prince George detachment

The British Columbia government says the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team will…

B.C. deputy premier and Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General Mike Farnworth speaks during a news conference in Vancouver on Monday, April 11, 2022. The British Columbia government says the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team will lead a probe into allegations of historic misconduct by members of the Prince George RCMP detachment, and the failure of the force to act on the complaints. (Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press)
Minister of Environment and Climate Change Steven Guilbeault rises during Question Period, Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023 in Ottawa. Guilbeault says Alberta’s nine-month silence over two releases of toxic oilsands tailings water is worrisome. (Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press)

Federal environment minister says Alberta silence over oilsands spill ‘worrisome’

Alberta’s nine-month silence over two releases of toxic oilsands tailings water is…

Minister of Environment and Climate Change Steven Guilbeault rises during Question Period, Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023 in Ottawa. Guilbeault says Alberta’s nine-month silence over two releases of toxic oilsands tailings water is worrisome. (Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press)
First Nations leaders say Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is minimizing the effects of two releases of oilsands tailings water near lands they harvest from. Smith speaks to members of the media during a press conference in Ottawa, on Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023. (Spencer Colby/The Canadian Press)

First Nations chiefs criticize Alberta premier’s oilsands tailings spill comments

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is minimizing the effect of two large releases…

First Nations leaders say Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is minimizing the effects of two releases of oilsands tailings water near lands they harvest from. Smith speaks to members of the media during a press conference in Ottawa, on Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023. (Spencer Colby/The Canadian Press)
The TikTok startup page is displayed on an iPhone in Ottawa on Monday, Feb. 27, 2023. Some cities and police services across Ontario say they are following the federal government’s lead in banning TikTok from work and government-owned devices while others say they are considering it as Canadian privacy watchdogs assess the video-sharing platform for threats. (The Canadian Press/Sean Kilpatrick)

Ontario cities, police forces ban TikTok on devices while others consider the move

Cities and police services across Ontario say they are following the federal…

The TikTok startup page is displayed on an iPhone in Ottawa on Monday, Feb. 27, 2023. Some cities and police services across Ontario say they are following the federal government’s lead in banning TikTok from work and government-owned devices while others say they are considering it as Canadian privacy watchdogs assess the video-sharing platform for threats. (The Canadian Press/Sean Kilpatrick)
A young long-COVID patient. (Canadian Press photo)

Report says long COVID could impact economy and be ‘mass disabling event’ in Canada

A report released Thursday by Canada’s chief science adviser says she considers…

A young long-COVID patient. (Canadian Press photo)
Alberta Finance Minister Travis Toews delivers the 2023 budget, in Edmonton on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. Alberta has introduced legislation that would require it to keep a tight rein on spending, save for a rainy day and continue to pay down debt. (Jason Franson/The Canadian Press)

‘Best day to start is today’: Alberta bill sets out budget restraint, more savings

Alberta has introduced legislation that would require it to keep a tight…

Alberta Finance Minister Travis Toews delivers the 2023 budget, in Edmonton on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. Alberta has introduced legislation that would require it to keep a tight rein on spending, save for a rainy day and continue to pay down debt. (Jason Franson/The Canadian Press)
Stettler County. (File photo))

Stettler County council pondering handibus increase

Stettler County council received a request for continued funding from the Stettler…

Stettler County. (File photo))
Bashaw Sign. (Photo Courtesy of Town of Bashaw)

Town of Bashaw sued for $4 million over Bear Hills Family Wellness Centre denial

‘I don’t think the indigenous people want to be part of this community anymore,’ said Russell.

Bashaw Sign. (Photo Courtesy of Town of Bashaw)
The Heartland Youth Centre staff at the 2023 Bowl-for-Kids. (Photo submitted)

Stettler’s Heartland Youth Center hosts annual Bowl-for-Kids fundraiser

Youth, staff, and community organizations were showing their Canadian pride while bowling…

The Heartland Youth Centre staff at the 2023 Bowl-for-Kids. (Photo submitted)
A sawed-off .22 caliber gun seized by RCMP after a recent shooting in Ponoka. (RCMP photo)

Ponoka RCMP arrest five after 53 Street shooting

Five people have been arrested after a firearms complaint led to a…

  • Mar 7, 2023
A sawed-off .22 caliber gun seized by RCMP after a recent shooting in Ponoka. (RCMP photo)
Danny Riggins presents the Erskine Social Recreation Society Community Service Award to Cody Rowledge. (Photo submitted)
Danny Riggins presents the Erskine Social Recreation Society Community Service Award to Cody Rowledge. (Photo submitted)
Heather Siebel is the new executive director of the Stettler Learning Centre. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)

Stettler Learning Centre has new executive director

After over three decades away, Heather Siebel has returned home as the…

Heather Siebel is the new executive director of the Stettler Learning Centre. (Kevin Sabo/Stettler Independent)
Dr. Lily Sun will soon open a new clinic in Stettler. (Photo submitted)

New ‘walk-in’ style medical clinic to open in Stettler Mall

Stettler residents will soon have one more option for health care in…

Dr. Lily Sun will soon open a new clinic in Stettler. (Photo submitted)
Clearview Public Schools. (File photo)

Stettler-based Clearview Public Schools continues with positive student results: Report

‘staff and students are being successful in many key areas’

Clearview Public Schools. (File photo)
Clearview Public Schools. (File photo)

Stettler’s Clearview Public Schools running series of community engagement sessions

Clearview Public Schools’ community engagement sessions are well under way. Beginning Feb.…

Clearview Public Schools. (File photo)
Composite drawing of suspect wanted in home robberies. (RCMP photo)

Stettler, Three Hills RCMP remain on hunt for robbery suspect

Three Hills and Stettler RCMP officers remain on the hunt for an…

Composite drawing of suspect wanted in home robberies. (RCMP photo)
An arrest has been made in the Feb. 13 church fire. (RCMP photo)

Bashaw RCMP make arrest in church vandalism spree

Suspects came forward following a public meeting

An arrest has been made in the Feb. 13 church fire. (RCMP photo)
Save Station at Town of Castor office. (Photo submitted)

Castor now has public-access defibrillators in place

AEDs placed by “Smile like Emily”

Save Station at Town of Castor office. (Photo submitted)