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Rockies-initiated water research network receives global recognition

Rockies-initiated water research network receives global recognition

An international network for scientists conducting water-related studies in alpine environments around the world, which has its origins in the Canadian Rockies, was recently accepted by the Global Energy and Water Exchanges (GEWEX) Hydroclimate Panel
Road, utility projects over budget

Road, utility projects over budget

Several road construction and utility projects slated for 2014 have gone over budget and require over $1 million in additional funding to be completed.
Province putting more funds into seniors housing for the valley

Province putting more funds into seniors housing for the valley

Just as it is about to break ground on new seniors housing units, Bow Valley Regional Housing is celebrating a $6 million commitment by the provincial government for phase two of the project.
Osprey caught in crosshairs for proposed power line

Osprey caught in crosshairs for proposed power line

Potentially disrupting an osprey nesting area is one of the issues Exshaw residents have brought forward over proposed construction in the Municipal District of Bighorn hamlet.
Business as usual after blaze at Canmore fire hall

Business as usual after blaze at Canmore fire hall

A blaze at the Canmore fire hall today (March 12) will not hinder the department's ability to respond to fire and rescue calls in the community, said a Canmore representative.
Bighorn to work with developers on fire hall

Bighorn to work with developers on fire hall

Should a fire hall be built in Dead Man’s Flats, the Municipal District of Bighorn will only entertain the idea of a two-bay first response hall with a small price tag, at least in the short-term.
Staff demand expected to be high

Staff demand expected to be high

A labour market review predicts the Bow Valley’s demand for workers will remain high heading into summer.
Confusion, concern and support for fee changes

Confusion, concern and support for fee changes

The food and beverage industry in Canmore showed up to voice concerns, confusion and support for proposed business registry fee increases targeted at that sector of the local economy.
Food truck trend may hit Banff Springs

Food truck trend may hit Banff Springs

Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel wants to set up a mobile food truck on its property.
Connecting socially in the valley

Connecting socially in the valley

As a room full of drums resonates like multiple heartbeats, smiles are everywhere and the joy of making music is on everyone’s face.
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