Olds Local News

Olds-Didsbury MLA speaks in favour of provincial police force

Nathan Cooper said in his observation, most people who oppose a provincial force belong to the RCMP, have some connection with an RCMP member or they’re town councillors or mayors

Feb 24, 2022 5:00 PM Read more >

Just spring clean-up left on big Olds construction projects

Operations director says traffic lights, roundabout just south of the cemetery are virtually complete

Feb 24, 2022 8:00 AM Read more >

SPOG planning emergency management pilot

The aim is to demonstrate the economic benefit of regional management by allowing for coordinated training with municipal and industry teams

Feb 23, 2022 8:00 PM Read more >

Town gears up for watermain break season

Watermain breaks tend to happen in spring when temperatures vary widely, Town of Olds operations director says

Feb 23, 2022 10:00 AM Read more >

Feb. 23 is Pink Shirt Day in Olds

Each year, residents are asked to wear something pink to show kindness and zero tolerance for bullying

Feb 23, 2022 6:00 AM Read more >

MLA thanks Town of Olds for lifting REP quickly after it ended

Coun. Heather Ryan noted it cost the Town of Olds a lot of money to implement and follow the REP

Feb 22, 2022 3:00 PM Read more >

Longtime Olds high school principal retiring

Tom Christensen has had a 38-year career at École Olds High School and is retiring effective June 30

Feb 22, 2022 12:00 PM Read more >

Local group promotes age friendly campaign

Businesses are encouraged to get involved to improve relationships and inclusivity

Feb 21, 2022 8:00 AM Read more >

Snow clearing efforts hampered

Snow clearing resumed after latest breakdowns occurred in early February

Feb 20, 2022 3:00 PM Read more >

Ice rinks in Olds proving very popular

Olds councillor suggests that garbage receptacles be placed at the rinks in the future

Feb 20, 2022 8:00 AM Read more >