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Amir Said

Amir Said

Amir Said is a reporter and photographer covering news in Okotoks, Foothills County and throughout southern Alberta. He graduated from the University of Regina, where he was a student journalist, and worked with non-profits in Regina and Calgary before joining the Western Wheel and Great West Media.

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Recent Work by Amir

Alberta woman fined $15,000 for illegally importing African wild cats

Alberta woman fined $15,000 for illegally importing African wild cats

A $15,000 fine was issued after two servals were imported into Alberta illegally with the intention of breeding them.
Massive 'TRUMP' inscription in field near Carstairs filmed by pilot

Massive 'TRUMP' inscription in field near Carstairs filmed by pilot

The footage, taken over a field in Mountain View County, was shared to social media on Jan. 29.
Okotoks restaurant closes five months after opening due to unpaid rent

Okotoks restaurant closes five months after opening due to unpaid rent

The Morning Brunch Co. location in Okotoks has plans to reopen once a breach of the lease contract is sorted, said a spokesperson for the property owner.
Owl rescued from pile of cow manure in southern Alberta

Owl rescued from pile of cow manure in southern Alberta

The bird is currently in recovery at the Alberta Institute for Wildlife Conservation rehabilitation facility.
'No justice' after driver sentenced in death of Alberta man

'No justice' after driver sentenced in death of Alberta man

The driver responsible for a collision that killed a 26-year-old Okotoks resident two years ago was sentenced to house arrest and curfew.
What should you do if you encounter injured wildlife in Alberta?

What should you do if you encounter injured wildlife in Alberta?

Don't try to help an injured deer or other wild animal; call Alberta Fish and Wildlife, which will intervene if deemed necessary.
Alberta is experiencing an 'invasion' of owls: expert

Alberta is experiencing an 'invasion' of owls: expert

A dramatic increase in sightings of rare owl species has piqued the interest of birdwatchers and researchers.
North America's first solar community comes to an end in Okotoks

North America's first solar community comes to an end in Okotoks

Okotoks' internationally-recognized Drake Landing Solar Community is set to be fully decommissioned by the end of 2025.
Uncertainty looms over the future of Calgary Metropolitan Region Board

Uncertainty looms over the future of Calgary Metropolitan Region Board

The Calgary Metropolitan Region Board has several options on the table, including dissolution, when it reconvenes in early 2025.
Snowy owls are back in Alberta: here's how to find them

Snowy owls are back in Alberta: here's how to find them

The return of these iconic birds is highly anticipated by wildlife enthusiasts across Canada every year, although their numbers may be decreasing at an alarming rate.
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