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One year later, the Alberta RCMP continue the investigation into the found remains of 19-year-old Wetaskiwin resident Eric Moonias, who was located in a treed area south of Spruce Grove in Parkland County on May 15, 2024.

The body of Moonias was located in a container and RCMP believe he was transported there from a different location.

“The Alberta RCMP Major Crimes Unit continue our investigation into the homicide of Eric Moonias,” said Const. Peter Crockford of the Alberta RCMP Major Crimes Unit.

The national chief of the Assembly of First Nations says talk of Alberta separatism is 'irresponsible' and it's "not smart" for politicians to make statements about it without consulting with First Nations first.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has introduced a bill that would make it easier for Albertans to launch referendums on various topics — including splitting from Canada.

Smith has pointed to growing alienation in her province and frustration with Ottawa, saying those wanting to separate "are not fringe voices."

Construction is set to expand the roundabout at Leva Avenue and Laura Avenue.

Located at the north end of West Gasoline Alley, the project begins on May 21.

During construction, traffic will continue to flow through the roundabout. 

Drivers can expect reduced lane widths, temporary lane closures and lower speed limits in the area.

The Leva Avenue North roundabout expansion project includes:

Alberta's access to information watchdog has found the provincial government to be non-compliant with its own freedom of information rules.

A new report from information and privacy commissioner Diane McLeod says Alberta's government has implemented internal procedures and policies that allow government employees to wrongfully deny freedom of information requests.

Alberta's chief electoral officer is warning the government that proposed legislation will impair the election commissioner's power to investigate election rule breaking.

A controversial bill introduced last month, if passed, will make sweeping changes to voting and referendums in the province, and is making its way through debate in the legislature. 

Environment Canada has issued rain fall warnings for most regions of Central Alberta;

Clearwater County:

• Rocky Mtn House and Crimson Lake
• Caroline and James River Bridge

Lacombe County

• Eckville

Red Deer County:

• Sylvan Lake
• Stephansson House
• Spruce View and Red Lodge Prov. Park
• Penhold
• Innisfail
• Bowden
• City of Red Deer

   Mountain View County:

Alberta’s government is supporting community organizations that provide innovative programming to help improve the mental health and well-being of young Albertans.

Every young Albertan should be confident that help is available when they need it.

Youth at risk of mental health challenges can benefit significantly from programs that focus on building resiliency, mental wellness and social connection, such as those offered through the Youth Suicide Prevention Grant Program.

Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for the Nordegg area.

Heavy rain will bring 50 to 70 mm by Tuesday morning.

Rain will begin Sunday night and will intensify through the day on Monday. This rain may be mixed with wet snow Monday morning as snow levels drop to 1900 m.

The rainfall will taper off by Tuesday morning.

The rest of Central Alberta will see some rain, around 20-30 mm starting Monday.

The County of Stettler has given notice that the Combined Property Assessment and Tax Notices for County of Stettler ratepayers have been prepared and mailed or emailed to all property owners.  

The assessment roll is open for inspection at the County Office during regular hours of business. 

If you have not received your Notice by May 30th please contact the County Office at 403-742-4441.

The federal government expects to spend about $7 million this fiscal year to store and maintain four custom-made, portable hospitals that cost taxpayers more than $200 million to buy — facilities meant to bolster overwhelmed hospitals during the COVID-19 pandemic that were barely used.

Early on in the pandemic, as the federal government moved at breakneck speed to respond to a global health crisis, it issued rush orders for these Mobile Health Units.