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Video-calls and robots bring medical specialists to rural Alberta

Video-calls and robots bring medical specialists to rural Alberta

To see a specialist, patients in rural Alberta often need to travel at their own expense to a major city. Starting next year, researchers from the University of Alberta will be bringing more specialists to remote clinics through innovative use of video-technology and robotics.
Society agrees St. Aidan’s Church must survive

Society agrees St. Aidan’s Church must survive

Community group meets to discuss ways they can restore the historic building which was the victim of arson
Athabasca Water and Truck Fill Station temporarily closed

Athabasca Water and Truck Fill Station temporarily closed

Power outage disrupts service
Upcoming AU strat plan to feature community consultation

Upcoming AU strat plan to feature community consultation

Town council greets Dr. Clark’s presentation with cautious optimism
Reflections on a funeral for local news

Reflections on a funeral for local news

We’re not talking about a hard paywall for our websites – news is still a public good and must remain so. But in addition to local advertising, we’re going to need a model that encourages reader support.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas

How the Grinch Stole Christmas

$1.5M in division funding approved for BCHS east gym expansion

$1.5M in division funding approved for BCHS east gym expansion

Pembina Hills trustees receive update on modernization at Dec. 13 meeting
Bombers go into holiday break with a win

Bombers go into holiday break with a win

Barrhead defeats the Vegreville Vipers 5-4 at the Agrena during Teddy Bear Toss Night
What is the Christmas tradition of Krampus?

What is the Christmas tradition of Krampus?

From its humble origins in Alpine folklore to its emergence as a globally recognized figure, Krampus has undergone a remarkable transformation.
The checkered history of the poinsettia's namesake and the flower's origins get new attention

The checkered history of the poinsettia's namesake and the flower's origins get new attention

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Like Christmas trees, Santa and reindeer, the poinsettia has long been a ubiquitous symbol of the holiday season in Canada, the U.S. and across Europe.
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