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Police say a cyclist is dead after a collision in southwest Calgary on Friday afternoon.

The Calgary Police Service said its Traffic Section is investigating after officers were called at about 3:40 p.m. to the intersection of 17 Avenue S.W. and 101 Street S.W.

Police said it is believed a 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, driven by a man in his 70s, was making a left turn from eastbound 17 Avenue S.W. onto northbound 101 Street S.W.

The bids were flying at the Million Dollar Auction at Cypress Motors. 

After a fun-filled summer where people could track down the Southwest Explorer, Carianne Hunter at different events, those who did find her were able to gather for the auction event. 

Up for grabs were everything from soaps and drinks to full-sized trampolines and $500 Co-op gift cards. 

One of the big bidders for the evening was Rayce Schultz, who was happiest with a set of Snap-On screw drivers. 

Mo Fahad Shaukat has confirmed he is withdrawing from the 2025 Airdrie municipal election in his bid for a council seat

In a LinkedIn post on Friday, Shaukat said he would not be able to balance council duties with his current job.

“Over the past two months, I’ve been navigating a perceived conflict of interest raised by my employer. That part? Resolved. But today I received a final decision: I won’t be granted the flexibility needed to serve on Council while keeping my job,” Shaukat wrote.

Calgary police say 17 Avenue S.W. has reopened in both directions across Stoney Trail after a collision on Friday afternoon.

Police said earlier in the day that the road was closed in both directions, including all off-ramps and access points to 17 Avenue over Stoney Trail.

YYC Transportation had previously said on social media that emergency crews were called to help a cyclist involved in the incident and advised drivers to use alternate routes.

A new initiative is aiming to help support seniors in Strathmore. 

Kennedy Senior Services launched a subsidized care program called the Seniors Matter Initiative on Aug. 1 for low-income seniors aged 55 and over. The service has partnered with the Strathmore Bottle Depot to raise money through bottle drives. 

An individual is facing numerous charges after the Moose Jaw RCMP Crime Reduction Team made a drug bust on Sept. 9 in Moose Jaw after a drug trafficking investigation.

The investigation was a month-long, before officers executed a search warrant at a residence on Main Street in Moose Jaw. Police seized 2.4 kilograms of methamphetamine, 386 grams of crack cocaine, 112 grams of fentanyl, 58 grams of MDMA (also known as ecstasy), and $3,655 in cash.

The Town of Crossfield says its boil water advisory has been cancelled.

“We are pleased to announce the Boil Water Advisory has been cancelled. Residents and businesses are welcome to use their water as normal,” the town said in a Facebook update on Sunday afternoon.

The Saskatchewan government says upgrades to one of its air ambulance planes will make it safer and easier to transport critically ill and injured patients, particularly in rural and northern communities.

The King Air B200 aircraft now features a larger entry door, a bigger stretcher with a new support system, and an electronic lift. The plane’s interior has also been reconfigured to accommodate the new equipment, which officials say will allow emergency responders to move patients more safely and efficiently.

On World Suicide Prevention Week, Canadian mental health officials are urging the public to remember the 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline as part of a national “Just in Case” campaign.

The helpline, which is free, confidential, and available 24/7, provides support for anyone thinking about suicide or concerned about someone else. Officials say remembering the number can help Canadians act in critical moments, whether for themselves, a friend, or a family member.

The City of Steinbach is urging residents to document and report flood damage following this week’s heavy rainfall that left many properties under water.