Okotoks News - updated often at WesternWheel.ca

Column: As we battle virus, don't forget 1919 Stanley Cup

Called off before the decisive game when Spanish flu swept through the teams

Mar 28, 2020 9:20 AM Read more >

OPINION: Trudeau should reconsider decision to snub bigger companies in need of wage subsidies

At first blush, Justin Trudeau’s announcement Friday to subsidize employee wages got the principle dead right, but the application dead wrong.

Mar 28, 2020 9:00 AM Read more >

Turner Valley implements tax, utility deferral program

Home and business owners can choose to defer paying their taxes for 90 days and town utilities for 120 days between May 1 and Aug. 31.

Mar 28, 2020 8:00 AM Read more >

Saturday's forecast for Okotoks

Mar 28, 2020 7:00 AM Read more >

4 passengers dead aboard cruise ship anchored off Panama

Mar 27, 2020 9:15 PM Read more >

Shop sells 'hundreds' of doughnuts starring Dr. Fauci's face

Mar 27, 2020 8:45 PM Read more >

OPINION: The feds seem to have left a massive hole in their 75% wage subsidy plan

There's a fairly good chance your job isn't covered by it

Mar 27, 2020 8:30 PM Read more >

Injured Humboldt Bronco player launches lawsuit against drivers in deadly crash

Mar 27, 2020 7:06 PM Read more >

Alberta announces more 'aggressive' measures as cases of COVID-19 continue to climb

“We know that these measures may need to be in place for many weeks, or even months. This is a delicate balance and we are implementing the restrictions that appear right for the situation in Alberta.”

Mar 27, 2020 5:53 PM Read more >

Vehicle access now banned at Alberta provincial parks and recreation areas

Mar 27, 2020 5:30 PM Read more >