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Airdrie P.O.W.E.R. (Protecting Our Women with Emergency Resources), a local organization providing critical support for women fleeing domestic violence, has been selected as one of 12 finalists in iA Financial Group’s Canada-wide philanthropic contest. It is also the only Alberta organization that has made it onto the finalists list. 

UPDATE: The south perimeter at St. Mary's Road has reopened following a multi-vehicle crash Tuesday morning.

Previously:

A section of the south Perimeter Highway is closed Tuesday morning following a multi-vehicle collision. 

The crash happened just before 7:30 a.m. As a result, the Perimeter Highway is closed in all directions at St. Mary's Road.  

The Alberta government has introduced the Service Alberta Statutes Amendment Act, 2024, a proposed bill that could improve the lives of condominium owners, residents, and the construction industry. 

This legislation would amend the Condominium Property Act, the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act (PPCLA), and the Public Works Act to address long-standing issues affecting Albertans. The amendments to the PPCLA will take effect upon proclamation, while changes to the Public Works Act are set to come into force in Spring 2025. 

A solemn ceremony took place on Monday, November 4 at the Humboldt Public Cemetery. Students from Humboldt Public School gathered for their 5th No Stone Left Alone event to honour all fallen soldiers.  

Members of the Royal Canadian Legion were on hand along with members representing the Army, Navy and Air Force branches of the service. Maxine Moore was on hand to lead the attendees in the singing of the National Anthem.  

Starting next week, curbside collection will switch to its winter schedule, with organics carts being picked up every two weeks.

Organics (green carts) will not be collected during the week of November 11, with bi-weekly collection resuming the week of November 18. 

"Collecting organics bi-weekly reflects the reduced demand in the winter – as residents have less yard waste. By switching to the winter schedule, Cochrane reduces fleet emissions and helps manage the cost of waste collection." explains the Town of Cochrane in a news release.

The North Red Deer River Regional Water Services Commission is advancing their waterline extension project that will provide a reliable source of drinking water to Ermineskin Cree Nation, near Maskwacis, from Ponoka. 

On Monday, the Water Commission reached a key milestone with the selection of a dedicated project management team to oversee the project’s progress from planning through completion.

Former fashion mogul Peter Nygard is asking an Ontario court to review a decision to deny him bail as he appeals his sexual assault convictions and sentence.

Nygard’s legal team is set to appear before the Court of Appeal for Ontario today to argue that the motions judge made several errors in dismissing the 83-year-old’s bail application last month.

His lawyers argue in written submissions that, among other things, the motions judge “unfairly discounted” the value of a new medical report.

The Red Deer Rebels won their second straight beating Calgary Monday night 3-2 at the Scotiabank Saddledome.

With the win, Red Deer has taken over top spot in WHL Central Division.

The Rebels opened the scoring at 2:31 of the first as Evan Smith netted his first of the season.

The Hitman went up 2-1 heading into the third with goals by Rylan Ng and Carter Yakemchuk.

Red Deer would complete the comeback with goals by Jace Weir and Jaxon Fuder in the third.

Airdrie motorists can expect the wet snow to continue Tuesday morning, with up to two centimetres accumulating. Gusting winds may make commuting this morning slower than usual.

Although earlier Tuesday morning, the QEII towards Calgary city limits was reported to have good driving conditions, conditions are now being reported as partly covered in snow, with slush and icy sections, including icy wheel paths. Similarly, winter road conditions have been reported north of Airdrie on the QEII.

An avalanche near Crowsnest Pass has prompted a timely warning from Avalanche Canada.

According to Southwest Alberta Regional Search and Rescue, three people triggered a slab avalanche in the Coleman area on Sunday (Nov. 3).

One member of the group was buried as a result, though the other two were able to dig them out.

The group called for safety using a satellite messenger device, and rescue personnel were able to locate them and take them to safety.