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Liberal Party candidate says new representation needed in SE Alberta

2 weeks ago | bowislandcommentator.com | Collin Gallant

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Ryan DahlmanBy Collin GallantSouthern Alberta NewspapersTom Rooke will represent the Liberal Party in the federal election, the party’s electoral district association for Medicine Hat-Cardston-Warner announced April 2. Rumours have swirled for a week about a local candidate for the Liberals, who hope to win a fourth term when Canadians go to the polls on April 28. “It’s time for change in the representation of southeastern Alberta,” Rooke said in a statement.
Relief at the pumps; consumer carbon tax axed

2 weeks ago | bowislandcommentator.com | Brendan Miller

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Ryan DahlmanBy Brendan MillerSouthern Alberta NewspapersThe end of the federal consumer carbon tax was reflected at the pumps on April 1, with the average price per litre expected to drop by as much as 18 cents. The federal government put the tax in place in 2019 as a way to incentivize Canadians to transition to greener energy sources.
Seven Persons School girls’ teams excel in volleyball and basketball

4 weeks ago | bowislandcommentator.com | Nerissa McNaughton

Posted on March 27, 2025 by Ryan DahlmanBy Nerissa McNaughtonSouthern Alberta NewspapersSeven Persons School has seen remarkable success this year with its Junior High girls’ volleyball and basketball teams. Coached by Mrs. Copeland, BJ Wisnowski, and Duane Ziegenhagel, the Junior High A girls’ volleyball team had a great season in the Medicine Hat Junior High A league. The team finished third in the league playoffs on October 21st.
Bow Island Council discusses housing development and recycling depot contract

4 weeks ago | bowislandcommentator.com | Nerissa McNaughton

Posted on March 27, 2025 by Ryan DahlmanBy Nerissa McNaughtonSouthern Alberta NewspapersBow Island Town council met early in March to discuss a range of topics, including a new housing development proposal and a contract for residential recycling services, among other items. One of the main items on the agenda was a request for a decision regarding Phase 2 of Parkview Lane.
Alberta beef producers preparing for April ‘tariff storm’

4 weeks ago | bowislandcommentator.com | Brendan Miller

Posted on March 27, 2025 by Ryan DahlmanBy Brendan MillerSouthern Alberta NewspapersRepresentatives with the Alberta Beef Producers and Alberta Cattle Feeders Association say a 25 per cent tariff imposed on provincial beef products would be devastating for local cow and calf producers who would feel the financial strain this fall.
Bow Island Emergency Department - Important changes

4 weeks ago | bowislandcommentator.com | Nerissa McNaughton

Posted on March 27, 2025 by Ryan DahlmanBy Nerissa McNaughtonSouthern Alberta NewspapersAlberta Health Services (AHS) announced a temporary closure (that took place from March 14 to March 21) of the Bow Island Emergency Department (ED), followed by new operating hours. Beginning March 21 and until further notice, the ED will be open from 7 a.m. on Fridays to 7 a.m. Mondays and closed outside of those hours.
Invictus Games flag stops in Ralston en route to England

4 weeks ago | bowislandcommentator.com | Collin Gallant

Posted on March 27, 2025 by Ryan DahlmanBy Collin GallantSouthern Alberta NewspapersStudents at Ralston School passed the Invictus Games flag in a hand-to-hand relay on March 14 as the British armed forces escort the official banner from the recent event in Vancouver to its next site in Birmingham, England. That edition will be the summer edition of the games, which are a competition venue to aid recovery process for armed forces personnel who suffer physical or mental trauma from their service.
Tariff impacts darken fiscal prospects in provincial budget

4 weeks ago | bowislandcommentator.com | Trevor Busch

Posted on March 27, 2025 by Ryan DahlmanBy Trevor BuschCommentator/[email protected] has uncapped the red pen for Budget 2025, delivering on a $1.2 billion tax cut but also steering the province into rockier fiscal waters with a $5.2 billion deficit. Taber-Warner MLA Grant Hunter was positive about the tax cut, indicating it should save families around $1,500 per year.
Tariffs threats fuelling trade uncertainty for potato industry

1 month ago | bowislandcommentator.com | Trevor Busch

Posted on March 13, 2025 by Ryan DahlmanBy Trevor BuschCommentator/[email protected] an industry that primarily exports eighty-five per cent of its product annually, Alberta potato producers are worried about the threat of a 25 per cent U.S. tariff – but the jury is still out on how negative that influence could be. “I don’t know what it’s going to look like.
Noeline Hofmann: Local talent earns spot in prestigious competition

1 month ago | bowislandcommentator.com | Nerissa McNaughton

Posted on March 6, 2025 by Ryan DahlmanBy Nerissa McNaughtonSouthern Alberta NewspapersNoeline Hofmann, a standout talent from Bow Island, has secured her place as one of eight semi-finalists in SiriusXM’s prestigious seventh annual Top of the Country Competition, held in partnership with the Canadian Country Music Association. Representing six provinces across Canada, these semi-finalists are ready to showcase their passion and skills, and Noeline is no exception.