Airdrie

The Royal Canadian Legion’s National Poppy Campaign began today with a local ceremony in Airdrie at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 288.

Alberta's own award-winning Americana Country singer-songwriter, Kyle McKearney, will have his song, 'Broken Hearts Hide,' featured on the hit Canadian TV series, Heartland, this weekend. 

Here's also a little more about Kyle:

The completion of long-awaited enhancements to Deerfoot Trail is set to transform daily commutes for Airdrie residents and Calgarians, promising significantly faster travel times and reduced congestion.

Upgrades to the Beddington Trail Northwest and 11 Street Northeast connections will ease traffic flow and enhance safety for thousands of drivers relying on this vital route. As a major artery for Calgary, Deerfoot Trail is crucial in efficiently moving people and goods.

Social media has been abuzz this past week with allegations of unethical business practices by unnamed tow truck contractors arriving on the scene of collisions.

The initial post, found on Reddit and since widely shared on local social media groups, alleges that the ploy revolves around unnamed tow truck companies that respond to collisions without being called.

This week's messy roads and a wintery blast of weather have reminded Airdrie residents about car maintenance, specifically switching from summer to winter tires. However, with the rising cost of living, the question has become whether residents can afford to make the switch. 

Graham Neis, owner of OK Tire Airdrie, said the tire market currently offers a wide range of pricing options. He has seen a slight uptick in demand for some lower-cost winter tires and more questions about all-weather tires.

Get ready to bid, buy, and save big with our Discover Airdrie Online Auction!

It just kicked off at 6 a.m. this morning with access to tens of thousands of dollars in local products, services, and gift cards.

The Alberta Pound and Rescue Centre (APARC) Airdrie chapter still has three of the five puppies up for adoption that were found abandoned in a dumpster within the city.

Both Gretel and Aladdin have been adopted, leaving Olaf, Hansel and Gaston to remain looking for their forever home.

Due to a snow dump earlier this week, previously scheduled paving work at the entrance to Nose Creek Park was postponed until today.

Signs have been erected near the entrance, reminding residents that the area will be off-limits for the day, from 7 a.m. until the evening. 

The busy year continues for Ryan Strachnitzki as he continues to share his story to inspire others while trying new sports.

A survivor of the Humboldt Broncos bus crash, Airdronian Ryan Strachnitzki is a very busy man, playing all kinds of different sports, rehabbing, working on his Straz Strong Foundation and now has become an ambassador for Vecova. Most recently, he travelled to Ontario to talk to an organization and try a few track and field sports.