Olds News

As always, the Mountain View Pistons Show & Shine was a big draw. A few guys also turned heads as they walked down 50 Avenue in bright coloured ladies’ heels.

A suspect fleeing Calgary police was stopped on Highway 2 near Carstairs on Friday, June 21. Shots were fired, but no one was hurt. The suspect was arrested

The clinic will be offered by Maple Leaf Junior Golf tour organizers and sponsor Cam Clark Ford for kids age 6 to 12 on June 24, the first day of the two-day Maple Leaf Junior Golf tournament in Olds

The event, held June 8 in Centennial Park in Olds, included a talent showcase featuring eight acts involving children, youth and adults

All 13 Olds firefighters who participated in the 10th annual Firefighter Stair Climb Challenge in Calgary on June 9 reached the top, raising a little more than $8,500

Coun. Darren Wilson asked when the town may have to ensure there's affordable home ownership, not just affordable rental opportunities

Activities and deals ranged from a pancake breakfast, puzzles and treats to a rock n' roll comedy show

As a result of the Next Generation Economy Initiative and resulting partnerships, two people have been hired for two years to work with existing business owners and start-ups, including accessing training and financing

Chief administrative office Brent Williams said so far, the community has not seen homelessness “proliferate to a large extent. However, we’re expecting this issue to grow.”

The budget survey can spark real change – last year's survey resulted in a more frequent waste and green bin pickup schedule plus a branch dump, opened in May