Coronavirus (COVID-19) Local News

“If the number of cases reaches 10 per cent of the student population in a class or across the school, we would be facing the closure of a class or the entire school,” the letter read.

The new COVID-19 variant was first detected in South Africa and has been declared a "variant of concern" by the World Health Organization.

“These programs were well used and have been impactful in our community. They supported families in these stressful times and provided a place for children to go and parents to have their questions answered. Children had opportunities to gain and maintain social skills in a time of isolation and parents had a safe space to drop off their child so they could manage some of the stress in their life. These services have been available to families when they have most needed it.”

Children now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine.

Banff has three active COVID-19 cases while Canmore has seven. In the MD of Bighorn, 15 people currently have COVID-19.

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic led to big revenue hits for the Fenlands recreation centre and parking and traffic fines.

Another option for COVID-19 vaccine now available in Alberta.

To help with fundraising efforts, Santas Anonymous will hold its annual silent auction and dance event this coming Saturday (Nov. 20) at Melissa’s, kicking off at 5 p.m.

The mobile COVID-19 vaccine bus arrived in Banff once again.

Hinshaw hosts town hall on COVID-19 vaccine and whether or not it is safe during pregnancy and beyond