News - Central Alberta

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Calgary-Edmonton High-Speed Rail Moves Forward as Alberta Seeks Private-Sector Proposals

A high-speed train travelling between downtown Calgary and downtown Edmonton in one hour and 45 minutes is moving a step closer to consideration, with Alberta preparing to… Read more »

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Dairy Queen Canada Unveils New Spellbound Fall Menu and Mystery Blizzard Buddies

Dairy Queen Canada has a new fall menu. Starting September 28, customers will also find mystery collectible plushies, including a rare version that comes with a considerably… Read more »

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Things to Do in Alberta This Fall – 2026 Events, Festivals and Fun Activities

Fall in Alberta moves quickly. By late September, the larches are turning gold in the Rockies, pumpkin farms are in full swing, and communities across the province… Read more »

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Riley Green to Headline 2026 Grey Cup Halftime Show as Snowbirds Make Final Flight in Calgary

The 113th Grey Cup in Calgary is shaping up to be as much a music and aviation event as a football championship. Country singer-songwriter Riley Green will… Read more »

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What to Do in Drumheller This Weekend: A County Fair, Cornhole Tournament and Free Dinosaur Museum Admission

A $15,000 cornhole tournament may not be the first thing that comes to mind when planning a fall trip to the Alberta Badlands. Add pig races, a… Read more »

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Canada’s 20 Most Popular Baby Names: Charlotte Takes Top Baby Girl Name as Muhammad Enters the Top 20

Statistics Canada’s latest baby-name data, released September 23, shows Charlotte was the most popular name for girls born in 2025, while Noah remained the leading name for… Read more »

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Trip to Rowley: Visit This Ghost Town During Halloween in Alberta

Ever notice the Rowley wood sign on your way into Drumheller? A little way north of Drumheller, you’ll notice this sign on the west side of Highway… Read more »

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Alberta to Suspend 13-Cent Fuel Tax Starting October 1

Alberta drivers are set to see some relief at the pump this fall. Starting October 1, the province will suspend its full 13-cent-per-litre fuel tax on gasoline… Read more »

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Music Day in Canada Brings 60+ Artists to Stages Across the Country on September 26

More than 60 Canadian artists will take part in Music Day in Canada on Saturday, September 26, with 20-plus events connecting local stages across the country. The… Read more »

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Airdrie to Get New Health Centre With Urgent Care, Birthing and Surgical Services

Airdrie is set to get a new health centre designed to handle tens of thousands of urgent care visits, about 1,000 births and roughly 10,000 surgical procedures… Read more »

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Fun Things to Do Around Medicine Hat During Fall

Summer might be ending, but fall in Medicine Hat gives us plenty to look forward to as the leaves change and the weather cools. On a day… Read more »

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Fun Ideas For a Fall Getaway in Southwestern Alberta

The fall season in Alberta is arguably one of the most scenic seasons. The lush forests are transformed, and there is extra motivation to enjoy the sunny… Read more »

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Things to Do During Fall Around Grande Prairie

The entire Grande Prairie County is an excellent place for a fall drive: you are between foothills and boreal forest, displaying a rich array of colours this… Read more »

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15 Fabulous Fall Activities in and Around Red Deer

‘Tis the season for pumpkins, watching the leaves change, and getting cozy. The colder weather is coming to Red Deer but is not quite upon us yet…. Read more »

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CFIA Recall: Various Sandwiches Sold in Alberta Recalled Due to Listeria

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency issued a recall for 28 sandwich products sold in Alberta because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The affected products were… Read more »

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Air Canada’s Best New Restaurants 2026: See All 30 Finalists

Air Canada has revealed 30 finalists for Canada’s Best New Restaurants of 2026, including restaurants in B.C., Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec.

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Larch Valley Hikes 2026: Reserve Bus Tickets Now to See Fall Colours Around Moraine Lake

As autumn unfurls its golden hues, hikers lace up for a spectacular journey through Larch Valley, nestled by the pristine Moraine Lake in Banff National Park. Known… Read more »

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10 Fun Fall Activities Around Smoky Lake

Whether you have time for a day trip or a weekend-er, these fun fall activities in and around Smoky Lake will add memorable experiences to any getaway…. Read more »

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From Creeks to Peaks: Explore Bob Creek Wildland Provincial Park in Southwest Alberta

Alberta’s wilder wilderness areas are marked by Alberta Parks as Wildland Provincial Parks. Every part of the province has an area like this, with hundreds of square… Read more »

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From Prairie to Peaks: Driving Alberta’s Scenic Crowsnest Highway from Medicine Hat to Coleman

Take a road trip through Alberta’s most underrated scenic drive! Just one of many incredible scenic drives in the province of Alberta, this route gives travellers an… Read more »

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Alberta Train Tours For Spectacular Fall Colours & Spooky Adventures – 2026

Experience life on the rails this fall! Alberta’s railway companies all have something special planned for September and October, focusing on the best parts of the season…. Read more »

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Hollywood and History: Explore Alberta’s Picturesque Town of Fort Macleod

Many of Alberta’s historic forts, remnants of the 1800s fur trade, are open to the public today as museums. Calgary and Edmonton have their historic river forts… Read more »

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25 Bucket List Fall Activities & Adventures in Alberta

Alberta’s fall colours are beautiful no matter where you go, and we can enjoy them in a number of ways like the obvious hiking, but also by… Read more »

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Things to Do This Fall in East Central Alberta

Fall is a perfect time to take your road trip or a day trip to East Central Alberta. Leave the city behind for a day of fall… Read more »