Elk Island officials warn of bears waking in park
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Elk Island officials warn of bears waking in park

Elk Island National Park officials advise visitors to stay cautious as black bears emerge from hibernation this spring. Strategies for safety include making noise, traveling in groups, and keeping pets leashed. Maintaining clean campsites and reporting bear sightings are crucial to preserving the park's wildlife and ensuring visitor safety.
Province eyes Highway 14 improvements near Tofield
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Province eyes Highway 14 improvements near Tofield

Highway construction near Tofield, set to begin in 2028, aims to enhance traffic safety along Highway 14, as confirmed by Minister Devin Dreeshen. The development includes a 19-kilometre overlay and updated intersections for better traffic flow, addressing safety concerns amid high collision rates on this vital trade route.
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Alberta school divisions, including BRSD, banned books to comply with provincial order

Alberta school divisions have removed over 170 books from libraries, including poetry collections and graphic novels, to comply with a provincial order from Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides. This directive, aimed at eliminating materials depicting sexual acts, required schools to submit lists of the removed items by January 5.
Another tremor near Morinville has Albertans questioning causes
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Another tremor near Morinville has Albertans questioning causes

A 4.1-magnitude earthquake struck near Morinville, Alberta, on Saturday, believed to be an aftershock of a 4.5-magnitude quake earlier this month linked to oil and gas activities. Smaller tremors have followed, raising concerns about industrial-induced seismic activity. Monitoring of the situation is ongoing by experts from the Alberta Energy Regulator.
Ukrainian Village announces reopening more than a year after devastating fire
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Ukrainian Village announces reopening more than a year after devastating fire

The Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village will reopen to visitors on May 16 after extensive recovery from last year's wildfire, which destroyed its visitor center but spared historic buildings. Despite the significant loss of artifacts, preservation efforts maintained key historical pieces. The site aims to reconnect the community and celebrate Alberta's Ukrainian heritage through various events this summer.