Local News

Rocket engines are going to be ignited in the Red Deer Lake area this spring.

Okotoks residents are encouraged to unplug this weekend and exchange their phones and televisions for a little fresh air and education. Earth Hour takes place on March 25 from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

A large subdivision at the Okotoks overpass appears to be gaining interest from Foothills and Calgary residents with little opposition.

People are invited to lace up their shoes and hit the trails to support the Foothills Country Hospice. The first annual Foothills-based Hike for Hospice event will take place on May 7, beginning at the Okotoks Recreation Centre at 2 p.m.

Foothills residents are being given the opportunity to recognize their peers’ contributions to their community.

What was supposed to be an idyllic walk in the country turned into a nightmare for a pair of women when one of their dog’s was caught and killed in a snare meant for coyotes.

The wife of a man struck and killed while cycling along Highway 7 hopes a prison sentence handed down to the driver in the case will send a message about the dangers of distracted driving.

Avid boaters may have to change up their holiday plans if Waterton was on the docket.

A local childcare facility is being forced to take up temporary residence at the regional field house after being forced out of its long-time home in Okotoks.

Grocery stores are introducing more organically-grown items to their shelves, but there is still debate over whether it’s worth the extra cost to buy.