Olds News

Law enforcement and community partners will be conducting an awareness blitz this weekend in an effort to help auto theft-proof the community. Vehicle thefts are a constant issue, says Olds RCMP Const.. Rene Daoust.

Local bird bander Ron Reist has been recognized by the Ellis Bird Farm for his contributions to bluebird conservation and was awarded the Blue Feather Award.

Olds RCMP are investigating an attempted robbery that occurred at the Circle K gas station and convenience store at about 2:30 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 3. The suspect may have been armed.

From July 24 to 31, Olds RCMP responded to a wide variety of calls.

Sundial Growers Inc., which is setting up marijuana production facilities in Olds, has announced a research partnership with the University of Calgary. But a company spokesperson says that doesn't mean they won't deal with Olds College.

A 37-year-old Olds woman facing nine charges in connection with an allegedly stolen motorcycle is expected to enter a plea on those charges when she appears back in Didsbury provincial court Aug. 20. Her case last came up in court July 30.

BY AMELIA LITTLE During the annual Olds College Hort Week, Michelle Boyd provided hands-on experience in the historical Japanese craft of shibori, dyeing personalized fabric using locally harvested and natural dyes.

BOWDEN - For the most part, this year's edition of Bowden Daze was pretty peaceful, Olds RCMP Cpl. Courtney Harding says. The annual rodeo took place July 27-29 at the rodeo grounds just south of town.

The medium security unit at Bowden Institution is under lockdown while staff members conduct an "exceptional" search. Prison officials said the lockdown was put in place at about 10:30 p.m. on Aug. 5.

A local lawyer says landlords and tenants should make sure they're on the same page when it comes to growing and consuming cannabis -- whether it's for medicinal purposes or for recreational use.