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Official Bluesky account of the Airdrie City View newspaper, a locally-operated weekly newspaper containing stories about the community for the community, in Airdrie Alberta.
BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta towns see AI data centres as 'second coming of oil' — but some worry at what cost
Alberta towns see AI data centres as 'second coming of oil' — but some worry at what cost
Alberta is mounting a huge push to attract AI data centre developments, and many communities like Newell County are keen to cash in on this growing industry.
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December 16, 2025 at 11:53 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Preserving Alberta’s past, one settlement and cemetery at a time
Preserving Alberta’s past, one settlement and cemetery at a time
The Alberta Family Histories Society is turning headstones and history books into searchable online records, uncovering stories that range from rural traditions to midnight autopsies.
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December 16, 2025 at 10:32 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Skate Canada to stop hosting events in Alberta due to sports gender law
Skate Canada to stop hosting events in Alberta due to sports gender law
Skate Canada says it is unable to host events in the province while maintaining its standards for safety and inclusivity.
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December 16, 2025 at 8:17 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Former politicians concerned with party naming restrictions
Former politicians concerned with party naming restrictions
UCP omnibus bill would bar the usage of words such as 'conservative,' 'liberal,' or 'democratic' in new party names
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December 16, 2025 at 7:46 PM
NEWS: Field Law program awards grants to Airdrie, Rocky View initiatives
Field Law program awards grants to Airdrie, Rocky View initiatives
Alberta Institute for Wildlife Conservation (AIWC) and YVC Airdrie Community Garden received $3,000 each.
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December 16, 2025 at 6:34 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Differing opinions on new Alberta Disabilities Assistance Program
Differing opinions on new Alberta Disabilities Assistance Program
Alberta MLA touts its opportunities for employment income while a disability advocate says it claws back needed funding.
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December 16, 2025 at 4:28 PM
COOL WINTER GUIDE: Alberta’s Ice Skating Trails are the Coolest Way to Skate Outdoors this Winter #CoolWinterGuide #AdvertisingFeature #AlbertaTravel
Alberta’s Ice Skating Trails are the Coolest Way to Skate Outdoors this Winter
COOL WINTER GUIDE: Sharpen your skates, Alberta, winter’s calling! From forest-lined iceways to frozen lakes glistening under big prairie skies, these skating trails aren’t just beautiful, they’re pure joy on ice.
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December 16, 2025 at 1:32 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta teacher questions Alberta government funding private schools
Alberta teacher questions Alberta government funding private schools
A citizen-initiated petition has been launched asking if the Alberta government should stop allocating public funds to private schools.
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December 15, 2025 at 11:54 PM
NEWS: Library Link: Libraries, Priceless
Library Link: Libraries, Priceless
The cultural impact of a library on Alberta communities cannot be measured in terms of best return on government spending.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:46 PM
NEWS: Airdrie United Church seeking donated mittens and other winter items
Airdrie United Church seeking donated mittens and other winter items
Airdrie United is seeking warm winter items like mittens, toques, socks, and scarves to help community members in need to donate to Community Links.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:01 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta to celebrate French heritage in 2026
Alberta to celebrate French heritage in 2026
It was announced that a series of events and initiatives will honour Alberta’s francophone history, culture, and contributions throughout 2026.
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December 15, 2025 at 8:58 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: 'Avoid avalanche terrain': danger remains high across Kananaskis, Banff, Yoho, Kootenay
'Avoid avalanche terrain': danger remains high across Kananaskis, Banff, Yoho, Kootenay
Avalanche hazard forecasted high Monday through Wednesday
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December 15, 2025 at 8:41 PM
NEWS: Airdrie Day hosted by Calgary Wranglers returns Jan. 1
Airdrie Day hosted by Calgary Wranglers returns Jan. 1
Residents of Airdrie are invited to attend Airdrie Day hosted by the Calgary Wranglers on Jan. 1 at 1:00 p.m. with $5 from ticket proceeds supporting local organizations.
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December 15, 2025 at 8:32 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: The grinch who stole copper
The grinch who stole copper
Thefts of copper and other metals are a serious and costly criminal enterprise. And they’re a trend that the Alberta government continues to try to curtail.
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December 15, 2025 at 5:18 PM
COOL WINTER GUIDE: ICYMI: Dashing Through the Snow in a Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride #CoolWinterGuide #AdvertisingFeature #AlbertaTravel
ICYMI: Dashing Through the Snow in a Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride
COOL WINTER GUIDE: It’s no secret that winters on the Prairies are long, cold and full of snow. Yet even with the weather, we Albertans are known for making the most of it.
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December 15, 2025 at 4:42 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Critic warns of 'death of reconciliation' as two laws jeopardize cultural training for lawyers
Critic warns of 'death of reconciliation' as two laws jeopardize cultural training for lawyers
The government says all allowable training required by professional regulating organizations must be about competency and ethics.
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December 15, 2025 at 4:42 PM
NEWS: New play, 'All Roads Lead to the Station,' dives into Airdrie past
New play, 'All Roads Lead to the Station,' dives into Airdrie past
Holiday-themed show put on by the Nose Creek Players hits the Bert Church Theatre stage on Dec. 19 and 20.
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December 15, 2025 at 4:33 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Alberta-Ottawa agreement on methane targets stokes dismay for some, relief for others
Alberta-Ottawa agreement on methane targets stokes dismay for some, relief for others
The federal and provincial governments have agreed to extend by five years the timeline for the oil and gas sector to reduce its methane emissions.
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December 15, 2025 at 2:40 AM
NEWS: Airdrie Lightening plays Lacombe at Ron Ebbeson Arena
Airdrie Lightening plays Lacombe at Ron Ebbeson Arena
The Alberta Elite Hockey League U15AA team have played 16 games this season, winning eight, losing six, and tying two.
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December 14, 2025 at 7:47 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Cold warnings across the Prairies forecast wind-chill temperatures near -45 C
Cold warnings across the Prairies forecast wind-chill temperatures near -45 C
Environment and Climate Change Canada says cold warnings cover all of northern Alberta, much of central and southern Saskatchewan, and southern Manitoba.
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December 13, 2025 at 8:00 PM
NEWS: Airdrie soccer player Nyema Ingleton earns NCAA and international success
Airdrie soccer player Nyema Ingleton earns NCAA and international success
Airdrie soccer player Nyema Ingleton is carving her path to professional soccer with the University of West Virginia and the Jamaican national women's team.
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December 13, 2025 at 7:01 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Canadians strike gold three times at Para Biathlon World Cup in Canmore
Canadians strike gold three times at Para Biathlon World Cup in Canmore
Collin Cameron, Mark Arendz and Natalie Wilkie led the way in Canmore on Thursday (Dec. 11) at the IBU Para Biathlon World Cup
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December 13, 2025 at 5:31 PM
BEYOND LOCAL: Ottawa, Alberta have agreed to extend $15-a-day child-care fees to 2027
Ottawa, Alberta have agreed to extend $15-a-day child-care fees to 2027
The two jointly announced an extension on the current deal, with the federal government providing Alberta more than $1.17-billion dollars in funding.
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December 12, 2025 at 11:49 PM
NEWS: Library Link: Adopt-a-Book returns
Library Link: Adopt-a-Book returns
The Airdrie Public Library is once again calling on the community for support through its annual Adopt-a-Book fundraiser.
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December 12, 2025 at 9:34 PM
NEWS: ATA files bad faith bargaining complaint against Alberta government
ATA files bad faith bargaining complaint against Alberta government
“This government's purposefully calculated actions have attempted to create a wedge between teachers and their associations,” said ATA president Jason Schilling.
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December 12, 2025 at 9:07 PM