While still early in its construction, Beaverlodge Mayor Gary Rycroft is glad to see the facility that will replace the 70-year-old Beaverlodge Municipal Hospital is ahead of schedule. “We're a little bit ahead of schedule and things are progressing really well,” Rycroft told the News last week. “I think they're going to be pouring concrete […]
Sweet summer treats: Maleah, 11, and Pearson, 10, took time out with dad Brandon for slushies at the Sexsmith gas station to beat the heat.
Bay Tree, Bonanza and Savanna designated as hamlets Council gave third and final reading to Bylaw 471-2026 (Hamlet of Bay Tree Designation), Bylaw 472-2026 (Hamlet of Bonanza Designation), and Bylaw 473-2026 (Hamlet of Savanna Designation) on May 26. The approval of these bylaws formally designates Bay Tree, Bonanza, and Savanna as hamlets within Saddle Hills […]
Virtual MD, delivered through Primary Care Alberta, has surpassed 150,000 referrals since 2022 and is expanding to further support Albertans accessing care through Health Link 811. Health Link 811 callers are assessed by registered nurses or clinical staff and referred to the Virtual MD program when follow-up assessment and care are required. The program includes […]
The first cohort of 30 students enrolled in the Northern Alberta Medical Program (NAMP) are through their first year in Grande Prairie, as the program meant to recruit, train and retain doctors in rural Alberta is preparing for its next class. NAMP is a collaborative project between Northwestern Polytechnic and University of Alberta aimed at […]