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The upcoming closure of the maternity ward at Banff’s Mineral Springs Hospital has led some residents to protest the decision, however, hospital officials insist mothers and babies will benefit from increased safety measures. Last Thursday (Jan.

The Bow Valley Parkway region of Banff National Park is considered a special place for wildlife.

About 100 people turned out for two public open houses in Banff last week to hear plans, share their thoughts and complete a survey concerning potential revitalization of the historic railway station located near the west entrance to town.

The annual Trapper’s Ball is once again returning to liven up the Canmore Winter Carnival. The trapper-themed party is set for Feb.

Oil is Alberta’s business, however, the price of Western Canadian Select, which is made up of heavy conventional and bitumen crude oil, has been decreasing.

Two wolves have been struck and killed on roads in the mountain national parks. A young-of-year wolf was found dead by the Trans-Canada Highway near Chancellor Peak campground in Yoho National Park at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday (Jan.

Banff’s entire downtown will now be a top priority for snow removal, including back alleys. In addition, all roads that are school bus routes will be priority one and two areas, essentially cementing in writing Banff’s snow and ice management policy.

The $39 million Elevation Place facility in Canmore is still under construction, but Town officials say the move-in will take place next month while rumours surrounding the delays, such as a crack in the pool’s foundation, are “completely untrue.

In order to protect a sow and her three cubs the popular Black Prince backcountry skiing area in Kananaskis will remain closed, yet threats still exist due to the presence of skiers and off-leash dogs. The closure was originally put in place on Nov.

The Canadian Rockies Public School Board (CRPS) is bolstering its programming next year by adding two new options for kindergarten students, a move that could greatly improve the education children receive during their formative years.