Airdrie

The Supreme Court of Canada on Friday upheld the sentence handed to one youth offender but overturned another, in parallel judgments that clarify the standard courts should use when determining whether a youth should be sentenced as an adult.

In the two separate cases, the youth, who were 16 and 17 years old at the time of their offences, were convicted of first degree murder and sentenced as adults to life in prison with no chance of parole for 10 years.

Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for parts of Rocky View County, including Airdrie and Crossfield.

Meteorologists are tracking a storm system capable of producing wind gusts, large hail ranging from nickel-sized to ping pong ball-sized, and heavy rainfall.

The agency says the hail could cause significant damage or injury. Residents are urged to seek immediate shelter if a thunderstorm approaches and to protect themselves from flying debris and hail if outdoors.

There’s never a dull moment in Airdrie, and this weekend is packed with fun for the whole family! From exciting events to community gatherings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Keep reading this blog to discover what’s happening around town. And don’t forget to stop by, say hi, and scan for your chance to win a brand-new Ram 1500!

Music & Makers Night Market

When: July 19, 3 pm-9 pm

Where: Airdrie City Hall, 400 Main St

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers is urging workers to reject Canada Post's latest contract offer.

Union national president Jan Simpson says a strong no vote would not only reject the offer, but also protect the integrity of the bargaining process.

The Canada Industrial Relations Board will hold the vote on the proposed deal starting next week.

Canada Post is at an impasse with the union representing roughly 55,000 postal service workers after more than a year and a half of talks.

Alberta's auditor general says the provincial government has not done the work to ensure daycares getting public funds use them to lower fees for parents or top up staff wages.

Doug Wylie, in a report released Thursday, says without proper verification, Alberta could be overcompensating operators with federal and provincial funds meant to lower the average cost of daycare to $10 per day.

"There is a risk that public funds may not be used as intended — leading to parents overpaying for child-care and educators being under-compensated," the report says.

Airdrie RCMP are reporting that the previously missing male has been located safe.

He was reported missing Friday morning. Thanks to everybody who helped locate him.

Sign up to get the latest local news headlines delivered directly to your inbox every afternoon. 

Send your news tips, story ideas, pictures, and videos to news@discoverairdrie.com. You can also message and follow us on Twitter: @AIR1061FM. 

An Independent candidate running in a rural Alberta byelection says she has stopped door-knocking because of death threats.

Sarah Spanier, 33, of Castor, Alta., says she has told Mounties about the online threats, which include a social media comment saying she would be met with a shotgun if she showed up at someone's door.

She attributes the threats and other derogatory messages she has received to her advocacy for transgender people during her campaign in the Battle River-Crowfoot riding, which encompasses communities such as Camrose, Drumheller and Wainwright.

17-year-old Airdronian Evie Hooper is currently in her third fight with cancer.

Just days after graduating from high school, she was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive bone cancer called osteosarcoma.

Veronica Hooper, the mom of Evie, explained her first battle came only at a month old when she was diagnosed with bilateral retinoblastoma.

"She had her right eye removed because of tumours in both eyes. We flew to Toronto for treatment, and she was doing pretty well. The form of cancer she did have meant there was a chance she would get cancer again."

A series shot in Alberta has officially wrapped up production.

According to a social media post, Billy the Kid has officially concluded filming season three. There’s no word yet on when the season will be released.

Most recently, the Historical Village, located within Calgary's Heritage Park, was occupied for the filming of the third season.

On Wednesday, the City of Airdrie celebrated the completion of Gwacheon Park restoration work at Nose Creek Park.

The park’s six totem poles, gifted by the City of Gwacheon, were restored and reinstalled at the park in May of last year.