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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.

The High River RCMP are offering some tips on keeping items from being pilfered.

First and foremost, they suggest people lock up their vehicles as lots of break-ins happen when vehicles are unlocked.

It's also advised to double-check to make sure all the doors and windows are secured to make sure the items in the car stay where they are.

On top of that, they are reminding people to never leave keys or key fobs in the vehicle and to either remove all valuables from the vehicle or move them so they cannot be seen if they have to remain in the vehicle.

The Town of Okotoks is wanting to upgrade its downtown core, but they would like some input.

They have gathered input from feedback provided by both businesses and the community this past summer, and now they are wanting to share more information on the Downtown's Next Chapter initiative.

Now, the Town is asking for the community to become involved again and attend an open house or engage with this project online to provide further input.

The provincial government is offering some grants to help fight racism and promote multiculturalism in the province.

They are providing up to $13.5 million over three years to help support community organizations and Indigenous communities while they promote the value and benefit of multiculturalism and intercultural connections through two grants.

Their Ethnocultural Grant Program will support community-led initiatives that promote multicultural diversity and foster inclusivity.

While it wasn't easy to earn, it was easy to understand why Revolution Automotive won its SCBEX Award. 

The 2024 Start Up/ New Business SCBEX Award was presented to both Montana Gamel and Brandi Baron. The two co-founders of the automotive shop were ecstatic to have been recognized for their efforts in the community by their peers. 

"We feel honoured," said Gamel. "The community stood behind us from the very beginning, and they obviously appreciate the stuff we're doing."