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Banff Trail Riders celebrating 100 years of trail riding

Banff Trail Riders celebrating 100 years of trail riding

“We are hoping to really celebrate with our community and the fact we have held onto our historic activity which is part of the essence of who we are as a national park. The 100 years of trail riding is truly special, and it has helped shape the fabric of the national park and our community.”
PHOTOS: Banff Avenue pedestrian returns for another year

PHOTOS: Banff Avenue pedestrian returns for another year

PHOTOS: Banff Avenue pedestrian returns for another year

COMMENTARY: Let’s get out and vote

COMMENTARY: Democracy in Alberta has come a long way since the province was created in 1905. But there is still a lot of work to do. On May 29, no matter which party gets elected, let’s make sure that democracy emerges as the clear winner.
EDITORIAL: Climate change impact highlighted by soaring temperatures, wildfires

EDITORIAL: Climate change impact highlighted by soaring temperatures, wildfires

EDITORIAL: Climate change is largely in the hands of people and organizations. For an actual decisive impact to be made, all levels of government and countries need to be rowing in the same direction. It can’t simply be a directionless boat floundering in the water.
Five local teams, inaugural Wolverines squad compete at rugby sevens tourney

Five local teams, inaugural Wolverines squad compete at rugby sevens tourney

“They were learning on the job and they did themselves extremely proud."
Pyrotechnic displays under review in Banff National Park

Pyrotechnic displays under review in Banff National Park

“It is not recommended that low-level pyrotechnics be considered for the event due to human and environmental health effects that could result, especially with it being the end of rutting season for elk."
Outdoor restaurant patios 'make-or-break' for Wolf Street businesses

Outdoor restaurant patios 'make-or-break' for Wolf Street businesses

“Wolf Street needs more love and it needs more support and I think this is a really good way to do that,” said Coun. Grant Canning.
Banff's fire chief retiring after 35 years

Banff's fire chief retiring after 35 years

“I love the people I work with, I love helping people, but I do want to take some time for myself and my family. I want to take some time to enjoy life.”
The struggle burns for women in firefighting

The struggle burns for women in firefighting

“As part of gender diversity not often represented in fire careers, I have definitely had some pretty difficult experiences with fire suppression – the fire culture there was definitely a lot of pervasive misogyny, homophobia, transphobia, and I didn’t feel safe being a transgender person."
Banff train station redevelopment plan publicly released

Banff train station redevelopment plan publicly released

“It’s considered a draft document and can be further amended and will likely be further amended before it’s presented to council.”