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• Two missing women from Alberta believed to be in B.C.

  22-11-2017 23:53 via globalnews.ca
  Twenty-two-year-old Serenity Roswell and 21-year-old Jazmine Sleva have been reported missing by their families.
  
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• TSN's Craig Button rips Edmonton Oilers GM Peter Chiarelli: “It starts ... - Edmonton Journal

  22-11-2017 23:52 via edmontonjournal.com
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  TSN's Craig Button rips Edmonton Oilers GM Peter Chiarelli: “It starts ...
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  This in from TSN's Craig Button, his critique of Edmonton Oilers GM Peter Chiarelli: “A team that looks woefully slow against their competition, he's the one that ...
  How long until the Oilers season is officially a writeoff?CBC.ca
  Edmonton Oilers bomb in St. LouisEdmonton Sun
  Playoffs or bust: Can the slumping Oilers save their season?The Hockey News
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• TSN's Craig Button rips Edmonton Oilers GM Peter Chiarelli: "It starts and stops right at his desk." - Edmonton Journal

  22-11-2017 23:52 via edmontonjournal.com
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  TSN's Craig Button rips Edmonton Oilers GM Peter Chiarelli: "It starts and stops right at his desk."
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  This in from TSN's Craig Button, his critique of Edmonton Oilers GM Peter Chiarelli: “A team that looks woefully slow against their competition, he's the one that put this team together. He's the one that's made contract commitments to players long ...
  How long until the Oilers season is officially a writeoff?CBC.ca
  Edmonton Oilers bomb in St. LouisEdmonto
  
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• 'A really important discussion': Trudeau weighs in on name of Edmonton's CFL team

  22-11-2017 23:50 via cbc.ca
  Edmonton needs to talk about the name of its football team, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Alberta Premier Rachel Notley both said in Ottawa on Wednesday.
  
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• Central Alberta man recants confession made to undercover RCMP about family’s murder

  22-11-2017 23:42 via globalnews.ca
  A central Alberta man accused of killing his parents and sister says he was lying when he confessed to an undercover RCMP officer that he helped plan their deaths.
  
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• How long until the Oilers season is officially a writeoff?

  22-11-2017 23:33 via cbc.ca
  What's wrong with the Edmonton Oilers? That question is being asked around water coolers all over the city, and league wide. The talk got louder after Tuesday night's 8-3 thumping at the hands of the St. Louis Blues. Rock bottom? Oil country better hope so.
  
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• Canadian Taxpayers Federation questions wage freeze for Alberta teachers, suggests pay cut

  22-11-2017 23:30 via globalnews.ca
  The taxpayer group questions whether Alberta teachers are under a wage freeze if they can move up the salary grid. Meanwhile, the ATA says the net cost to taxpayers is zero.
  
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• RCMP investigating report of bullying involving St. Albert youth hockey team

  22-11-2017 23:26 via globalnews.ca
  The St. Albert Minor Hockey Association and the team's coach contacted RCMP "to ensure safety is in place for all players," police said in a news release.
  
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• High-risk offender released from jail to live in central Alberta

  22-11-2017 22:46 via globalnews.ca
  RCMP have issued a public warning about a high-risk offender who police believe poses a significant risk to children under the age of 12.
  
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• Woman allegedly groped by Needle owner claims there are more victims

  22-11-2017 22:25 via cbc.ca
  The Edmonton woman at the centre of sexual assault allegations against the Needle Vinyl Tavern says she is not the only victim.
  
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• 34 men and 1 woman charged in solicitation investigation in Grande Prairie

  22-11-2017 22:14 via globalnews.ca
  Thirty-five people are facing solicitation charges after a four-day investigation in Grande Prairie, Alta.
  
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• Man suffers life-threatening injuries when struck by vehicle in central Edmonton

  22-11-2017 21:31 via globalnews.ca
  A pedestrian was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries early Wednesday afternoon after being struck by a vehicle north of downtown.
  
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• Pedestrian rushed to hospital after collision in north Edmonton

  22-11-2017 21:27 via cbc.ca
  A pedestrian was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries Wednesday afternoon after being struck by a vehicle north of downtown.
  
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• Edmonton Eskimos ‘need to have conversation’ about changing name: Notley

  22-11-2017 21:21 via globalnews.ca
  Alberta Premier Rachel Notley says the Edmonton Eskimos should lead a discussion about changing the CFL team's nickname — one that some consider offensive.
  
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• Edmonton economist warns of baby boom: ‘Be prepared’

  22-11-2017 20:56 via globalnews.ca
  According to Statistics Canada, there were 50,560 children under the age of four in Edmonton in 2011. In 2016, that number jumped to 88,120.
  
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• Alberta plans to extend parental leave period for all employees in province

  22-11-2017 20:20 via cbc.ca
  Alberta's NDP government says it will soon make changes to labour regulations to allow expectant parents in the province to apply for extended federal leave benefits.
  
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• Legendary broadcaster Bryan Hall celebrates 60 years of Grey Cup coverage

  22-11-2017 20:19 via globalnews.ca
  Legendary sports broadcaster Bryan Hall is in Ottawa this week covering his 60th Grey Cup.
  
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• Alberta economy will grow at 2.1% after 2017 surge: Conference Board of Canada

  22-11-2017 20:18 via globalnews.ca
  Ramped up production in the oil sector has helped Alberta surge ahead in economic growth this year, according to a report from the Conference Board of Canada (CBOC).
  
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• Edmonton in the midst of minor baby boom

  22-11-2017 20:07 via globalnews.ca
  Edmonton’s city’s chief economist says the capital region is in the midst of a minor baby boom. John Rose says all levels of government need to be prepared or it could have a big impact on the workforce. Kent Morrison reports.
  
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• Legal marijuana could see justice costs climb, not drop, Alberta premier says

  22-11-2017 20:01 via globalnews.ca
  Alberta's premier says she's worried that marijuana legalization could drive up policing and court bills her province cannot afford to pay.
  
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• New Alberta dental fee guide recommends 8.5% drop for dozens of procedures

  22-11-2017 20:00 via globalnews.ca
  Albertans pay the highest dental fees in the country but in the new year, a trip to the dentist could be cheaper. The province and the Alberta Dental Association and College are now releasing the long-awaited fee guide. Kendra Slugoski has more.
  
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• New guide recommends dental fees in Alberta drop 8.5%

  22-11-2017 19:40 via cbc.ca
  The cost of visiting a dentist in Alberta in 2018 could be 8.5 per cent lower than it was in 2016.
  
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• Notley pleads with politicians of all stripes to support Alberta pipeline projects

  22-11-2017 19:34 via globalnews.ca
  Alberta Premier Rachel Notley issued warnings to all political parties to take off their partisan blinders or both the environment and Canada's energy industry will fail.
  
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• Alberta's economy to grow at blistering 6.7% pace this year, says Conference Board of Canada

  22-11-2017 19:31 via cbc.ca
  Alberta's economy is on pace to grow by a blistering 6.7 per cent this year, far outpacing every other province, according to the latest forecast from the Conference Board of Canada.
  
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• Opioid prescriptions in Canada on the rise over last 5 years

  22-11-2017 19:14 via cbc.ca
  Doctors have been prescribing more opioids overall, but giving individual patients fewer doses at one time, a new report says.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers right back at it in Detroit after suffering worst loss of the season

  22-11-2017 19:08 via globalnews.ca
  The Edmonton Oilers will try and pick themselves up off the mat Wednesday night in Detroit after getting crushed 8-3 Tuesday night in St. Louis.
  
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• Alberta Party sets February 2018 date for leadership vote

  22-11-2017 18:57 via globalnews.ca
  The Alberta Party has set Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2018 as the date for a leadership vote.
  
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• Bands to host charity show after boycotting Edmonton bar over sexual harassment allegations

  22-11-2017 17:37 via cbc.ca
  A charity concert for survivors of sexual assault is scheduled for this weekend by bands who boycotted an Edmonton bar, after a staff member alleged she was groped by one of its owners.
  
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• ‘You have a collect call from Charles Manson’: Calgary filmmaker recalls conversations with cult leader

  22-11-2017 16:50 via globalnews.ca
  Calgary filmmaker Buddy Day was sitting at an Applebee's in Florida when he first received a phone call from convicted mass murderer Charles Manson.
  
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• Leading Stars and Education Foundation

  22-11-2017 16:13 via globalnews.ca
  The Leading Stars and Education Foundation believes every child should be allowed to pursue their dreams. Samantha Vandenbrink discusses what the foundation provides.
  
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• Breakfast with the Guys Fundraiser

  22-11-2017 15:50 via globalnews.ca
  Jan Reimer and Tim Spelliscy explain what the Breakfast with the Guys fundraiser does towards helping victims of domestic violence.
  
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• Oil price rises to 2-year high above $58 US on supply slowdown

  22-11-2017 15:26 via cbc.ca
  The benchmark North American oil price hit its highest price in 2½ years on Wednesday as lower production from Canadian oilsands coupled with reduced inventories in the U.S. to push down supply.
  
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• Slide and Ride Day

  22-11-2017 15:23 via globalnews.ca
  Dale Loyer and Erin Jackson from the Adaptive Snowsports Society discuss the second annual Slide and Ride Day at Rabbit Hill this weekend.
  
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• Edmonton fundraiser helps victims of domestic violence

  22-11-2017 15:04 via globalnews.ca
  The annual Breakfast with the Guys is a fundraising event focused on ending domestic violence. Kent Morrison was at the Chateau Lacombe Wednesday morning for the fundraiser.
  
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• Councillors, residents question value of new playground speed zones

  22-11-2017 15:00 via cbc.ca
  Edmonton city councillors and residents are questioning whether photo radar-enforced speed zones are appropriate next to sports fields where children rarely play.
  
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• Rachel Notley urges political foes, allies to support Alberta pipeline projects

  22-11-2017 14:46 via cbc.ca
  Alberta Premier Rachel Notley issued warnings to all political parties to take off their partisan blinders or both the environment and Canada's energy industry will fail.
  
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• Great Gardens: Christmas Tree Trends

  22-11-2017 14:42 via globalnews.ca
  Perry Stothart from Classic Landscapes and Ellerslie Gift and Garden shows us the hottest trends in Christmas tree trends this year.
  
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• 'Treated like a terrorist:' Edmontonians urge federal government to fix no-fly system

  22-11-2017 14:00 via cbc.ca
  An Edmonton university graduate and a professional planner flagged on Canada’s no-fly list are among those urging the federal government to overhaul the system in next year’s budget.
  
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• One Canadian life — told in 7 cars

  22-11-2017 12:00 via cbc.ca
  For many, the car is a big part of Canadian life. Patricia Collins recounts her life's milestones along with which cars got her there.
  
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• Needle Vinyl Tavern closes indefinitely

  22-11-2017 07:00 via globalnews.ca
  An owner of the Needle Vinyl Tavern in Edmonton says the establishment will be closed indefinitely after staff have received death threats. Sarah Kraus reports.
  
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• Vladimir Tarasenko records Gordie Howe hat trick as Blues beat up Oilers

  22-11-2017 05:11 via cbc.ca
  Vladimir Tarasenko had two goals and two assists and got in a rare fight Tuesday night, helping the St. Louis Blues to an 8-3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers lose again, routed by St. Louis Blues

  22-11-2017 05:04 via globalnews.ca
  In a season already full of rough nights, the Edmonton Oilers endured their worst loss of the year, getting outclassed 8-3 Tuesday night by the St. Louis Blues.
  
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• Calgary air ambulance steps in to help Alberta toddler knocked unconscious in Dominican Republic hotel fire

  22-11-2017 04:25 via globalnews.ca
  Harley Horne took to Facebook to share his story of how his daughter was severely injured after an electrical fire in the family's hotel room in the Dominican Republic.
  
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• Baby moose causes controversy after it was found severely injured near Okotoks

  22-11-2017 03:19 via globalnews.ca
  Alberta residents near Okotoks said they stepped in to try and save a baby moose’s life after being told to let it die by provincial officials.
  
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• Slave Lake mourns star hockey player who died in Edmonton

  22-11-2017 03:00 via cbc.ca
  A young hockey star who recently moved to Edmonton for university is being mourned by his family, friends, and hockey community after his body was found in the city on Sunday.
  
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• Global Edmonton MVP: Marissa Ponich

  22-11-2017 02:51 via globalnews.ca
  A few years ago, Marissa Ponich nearly gave up on the sport she loves. But she didn’t and now she’s closing in on her Olympic dreams. Jack Haskins profiles the latest Global Edmonton MVP.
  
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• Edmonton Weather Forecast: Nov. 21

  22-11-2017 02:28 via globalnews.ca
  The Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2017 weather forecast for Edmonton, Alberta and the surrounding area.
  
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• Eskimos meet for final time in 2017 after loss in CFL Western Final, GM offers support for Maas

  22-11-2017 02:27 via globalnews.ca
  On Tuesday, the Edmonton Eskimos met for the last time this season before heading out to their off-season destinations.
  
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• Health Matters: Nov. 21

  22-11-2017 02:16 via globalnews.ca
  In Tuesday’s edition of Health Matters, Su-Ling Goh looks at how teens with mobility issues are getting a big boost, a workout program for cancer survivors and why a girl needs a lifesaving donation.
  
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• Edmonton hospital gives teens with mobility issues a big boost

  22-11-2017 02:16 via globalnews.ca
  An Edmonton hospital is giving teens with mobility issues a big boost, both physically and mentally. Su-Ling Goh explains.
  
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