Beyond Local

"If you need a tool, make a tool," said Bladesmith Bob Bryenton, who builds knives, replica swords and other custom blades.

Although previously classified as being held, the wildfire grew and became more active due to hot temperatures and windy conditions.

“We’ve been engaged for 12 years and now we can actually plan a wedding!” 

From Athabasca in the north, through the Calgary region and down to Milk River in the south, records dating back as many as 91 years ago shattered

A social-media post by Alberta Forestry Minister Todd Loewen says one group is sheltering at the local fire station and another is safe at the school.

This investment builds on the $1.5 million that was announced in March and is in addition to the already $13.8 million that has been invested this year into 15 sexual assault centres across the province and the Association of Alberta Sexual Assault Services.

The allegations stem from a wrongful dismissal lawsuit filed by the former head of Alberta Health Services, who claims individuals in high government places interfered in overpriced health deals for private companies while she was on the job.

Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides announced the province is bringing in new rules for school libraries after investigations by his office found materials containing depictions of sexual acts, nudity and other mature content on the shelves in Alberta K-12 schools.

Alberta Wildfire says the Mercoal wildfire was caused by lightning, while the fire near Peers remains under investigation.

Crews will face hot, dry conditions with the odd chance of rain today as they try to put down wildfires that have forced thousands out of their homes from Alberta to Manitoba.