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• Suncor boosts stake in Syncrude, acquires stake in Fenja Development

  12-02-2018 23:37 via globalnews.ca
  Suncor Energy Ltd. continues to consolidate its interest in Syncrude Canada's oilsands mining operations, announcing it would buy the five per cent stake owned since 1991 by Mocal Energy Ltd., a subsidiary of Japan-based conglomerate Mitsubishi Corp.
  
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• Edmonton police cleared in Tasering on Jasper Avenue

  12-02-2018 23:32 via cbc.ca
  Tasering a man who refused to follow commands during a confrontation with police last year was a reasonable use of force, ruled the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team Monday.
  
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• Two arrested in early morning homicide in Lloydminster

  12-02-2018 23:26 via cbc.ca
  Two people have been arrested in connection with an early morning homicide in Lloydminster,police in the border city say.
  
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• 2 arrested in Lloydminster homicide investigation

  12-02-2018 23:21 via globalnews.ca
  Two people are in custody in Lloydminster, Alta. after what police are calling a homicide.
  
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• Former archbishop Joseph MacNeil remembered for his love of people

  12-02-2018 23:04 via cbc.ca
  Edmonton archbishop emeritus Joseph MacNeil died Sunday after suffering a stroke. He was instrumental to inviting Pope John Paul II to Edmonton for his visit in 1984.
  
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• No retaliatory action planned on Alberta/B.C pipeline dispute as federal talks continue: Notley

  12-02-2018 22:52 via globalnews.ca
  Alberta Premier Rachel Notley said she doesn't intend to take any additional action against B.C. stalling the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion as its government speaks to federal officials.
  
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• Edmonton police officers cleared of wrongdoing in 2016 Taser incident

  12-02-2018 22:51 via globalnews.ca
  Alberta's police watchdog has cleared Edmonton police officers of any wrongdoing in a 2016 arrest that sent a man to hospital.
  
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• Sleep is for the weak: Canadians up at odd hours to support Olympians

  12-02-2018 22:48 via cbc.ca
  Becky Marsh figures she's slept an average of two hours a night since the Pyeongchang Olympics started. The diehard Olympics enthusiast watches the Games daily from the time they start airing live in late afternoon until the wee hours of the morning.
  
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• No escalation, at least not yet, on trade war with B.C., Notley says

  12-02-2018 22:33 via cbc.ca
  The Alberta government will be rolling out an online plan to allow regular citizens to have their say about the ongoing trade dispute with B.C., but Premier Rachel Notley has no other plans to escalate the trade sanctions — at least not yet.
  
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• ‘Black Panther Challenge’ campaigns pop up across Canada

  12-02-2018 22:15 via globalnews.ca
  While millions are clamouring to get 'Black Panther' tickets, many young kids, especially those in marginalized communities, may not be able to afford them.
  
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• Edmonton Eskimos ready for CFL free agency

  12-02-2018 22:10 via globalnews.ca
  CFL free agency will probably hit with several big-name players still not signed by their respective teams, meaning they will hit the open market and start to field calls from other CFL clubs.
  
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• ‘Shocked, angered’ but not surprised: Reaction continues after Colten Boushie decision

  12-02-2018 21:37 via globalnews.ca
  Department heads at three Canadian universities say they are angry but not surprised by the Colten Boushie decision. Meanwhile, Indigenous politicians try to turn outrage into change and hope.
  
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• Gord Gillies: Canada off to a great start in 2018 Winter Olympics

  12-02-2018 21:37 via globalnews.ca
  While the sporting events have certainly changed in 30 years, what hasn’t for me is the excitement of seeing the Maple Leaf and hearing O Canada.
  
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• Edmonton police searching for ‘dangerous offender’

  12-02-2018 21:33 via globalnews.ca
  Edmonton police are looking for a man they consider to be a dangerous offender.
  
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• Alberta teen guilty of aggravated assault in attack on Elk Island Youth Ranch worker

  12-02-2018 21:17 via globalnews.ca
  An Alberta teen has been found guilty of aggravated assault after an attack on a worker at the Elk Island Youth Ranch near Lamont, Alta. in February 2017.
  
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• More than just hot air: Balloon dragon turns into Vegas victory for Edmonton man

  12-02-2018 21:09 via cbc.ca
  Glen LaValley, best known as Glen the Balloon Guy, became the man inside the dragon during a recent trip to Las Vegas.
  
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• Canada will do what it must to keep B.C. from blocking Trans Mountain: Carr

  12-02-2018 20:44 via cbc.ca
  Natural Resources Minister Jim Carr said the government will not entertain any attempts by British Columbia to stall or stop the expansion of the Trans Mountain pipeline.
  
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• Accused Edmonton attacker to remain at Alberta Hospital to complete assessment

  12-02-2018 20:12 via cbc.ca
  The man accused in a knife attack on an Edmonton police officer will remain in Alberta Hospital for another month while his mental health assessment is completed.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers looking for quick start against Panthers

  12-02-2018 20:06 via globalnews.ca
  The Edmonton Oilers are back at home to face the Florida Panthers on Monday night.
  
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• Edmonton U-Haul rampage court case delayed for third time

  12-02-2018 20:02 via globalnews.ca
  There’s been another delay in the trial of Abdulahi Sharif, the man accused of attempted murder in a knife attack on a police officer and U-Haul rampage in Edmonton. Fletcher Kent explains why.
  
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• Teen guilty of aggravated assault in attack on Elk Island youth worker

  12-02-2018 20:01 via globalnews.ca
  The second teen charged in a vicious attack on a youth worker near Lamont last year was found guilty Monday of aggravated assault, but not guilty of attempted murder. Vinesh Pratap reports.
  
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• 'Walking together': Indigenous reconciliation efforts create a new path forward

  12-02-2018 20:00 via cbc.ca
  The spirit of healing is seen at the Fringe Festival, in church basements and at roundtables teaching about the treaties and what they mean.
  
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• Celebration of Life for Tommy Banks to be held at Winspear on Wednesday

  12-02-2018 19:55 via globalnews.ca
  A memorial service for award-winning jazz musician and former senator, Tommy Banks, will be held in Edmonton on Wednesday, Feb. 14.
  
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• Canada will do what it must to prevent B.C. from stopping pipeline, says Carr

  12-02-2018 19:50 via globalnews.ca
  The Natural Resources Minister says the federal government will not entertain any attempts by B.C. to stall or stop the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion.
  
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• Alberta's energy industry has a bright future — but it's going to take some work

  12-02-2018 19:45 via cbc.ca
  2018 is expected to be a less volatile year, but industry experts say long-term success depends on how well it innovates to keep up with changing times
  
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• Bewitching Elvis

  12-02-2018 19:21 via globalnews.ca
  Samantha Stephens and her husband Darrin are trying to live a normal married life, but Samantha’s witch mother, Endora, doesn’t make it very easy for them. One day, Samantha decides to organize a surprise birthday party for her dear friend Eleanor but she is determined to not use magic. Sam knows that her friend has...
  
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• On Location: Big Brothers Big Sisters Dream Home #38

  12-02-2018 19:17 via globalnews.ca
  This Friday, check out two amazing homes built for a great cause! Join 630 CHED at the Big Brothers Big Sisters Dream Home Lottery prize homes on Enchanted Way in St. Albert on Friday afternoon from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. It’s also the deadline for their $20,000.00 Early Bird Prize! Just $25.00 and you’ll...
  
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• Family Fun Fishing Day

  12-02-2018 18:35 via globalnews.ca
  Family Fun Fishing Day February 19, 2018 Time: 9:00am to 2:00pm Where: Lac Ste. Anne, Main Pier at Alberta Beach This is a Catch & Release event (no prizes awarded for fish) FREE: Hot dogs, Coffee & Hot Chocolate Kids Competition and Hand Auger Competitions
  
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• Edmontonians can show their support for Canada's Olympians with golden stick

  12-02-2018 18:25 via cbc.ca
  Edmontonians can stand behind Canada’s Olympic athletes by tapping a golden hockey stick.
  
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• 'Evil crab grass on steroids' moves into Alberta

  12-02-2018 18:07 via cbc.ca
  Officials here say it's unclear how long Phragmites australis has been in the province, but they've pinpointed more than a dozen small stands within an area stretching from the southern grasslands to the Peace Region.
  
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• Edmonton U-Haul rampage suspect making court appearance

  12-02-2018 17:21 via globalnews.ca
  Abdulahi Hasan Sharif is scheduled to be back in court Monday morning after two psychiatric assessments.
  
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• Edmonton U-Haul rampage case delayed again

  12-02-2018 17:21 via globalnews.ca
  Abdulahi Hasan Sharif is scheduled to be back in court Monday morning after two psychiatric assessments.
  
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• Canada’s Alex Gough within reach of podium halfway through women’s luge event

  12-02-2018 17:12 via globalnews.ca
  Calgary's Alex Gough is in third place halfway through the women's luge competition in Pyeongchang.
  
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• Olympian Stephanie Labbé brings Golden Hockey Stick to Edmonton

  12-02-2018 16:12 via globalnews.ca
  2016 Olympic soccer bronze medalist Stephanie Labbé understands the pressure of being under the spotlight at the Games, and how support from fans can help. The Golden Hockey Stick, equipped with a GPS that counts taps, is making its way across Canada before arriving at Canada Olympic House for the athletes to see. It’s in...
  
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• Beaumont girl with terminal brain tumour begins checking off bucket list

  12-02-2018 16:00 via cbc.ca
  A Beaumont girl with a terminal brain tumour is trying to make her final months the best ones yet.
  
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• POPnology exhibit comes to Telus World of Science

  12-02-2018 15:44 via globalnews.ca
  The Telus World of Science is hosting POPnology: an interactive exhibit showing how real-life technology has been influenced by movies, books, television and futurists. Dan Alfano from TWOS explains.
  
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• Suncor boosts stake in Syncrude by $920M

  12-02-2018 15:02 via cbc.ca
  Suncor Energy Inc. has increased its stake in the Syncrude joint venture and acquired a stake in the Fenja Development, an offshore project in the Norwegian Sea, in a pair of deals.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers fans honour the dynasty days at greatest team celebration

  12-02-2018 15:00 via cbc.ca
  NHL legends and tens of thousands of fans were in attendance at Rogers’ Place Sunday evening for the NHL Centennial Greatest Team Celebration. The 1984-85 Oilers were voted the best NHL team of all time by fans back in June
  
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• Edmonton Oilers fans honour dynasty days at greatest team celebration

  12-02-2018 15:00 via cbc.ca
  The Oilers of old were celebrated by former team members and thousands of fans at Rogers Place Sunday evening in the NHL Centennial Greatest Team Celebration.
  
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• Aecon takeover by Chinese firm delayed for national security review

  12-02-2018 14:44 via cbc.ca
  The $1.5-billion takeover of Canadian construction company Aecon Group Inc. by a division of a Chinese state-owned company has been pushed back because the federal government is conducting a national security review of the deal.
  
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• The crazy '80s: U of A grad-turned-Hollywood writer recalls ... as much he can about Edmonton

  12-02-2018 14:00 via cbc.ca
  Even though his time on campus was a blur, Joel Cohen has fond memories nonetheless - the malls, the champions, even the weather.
  
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• The crazy '80s: U of A grad-turned-Hollywood writer recalls ... as much as he can about Edmonton

  12-02-2018 14:00 via cbc.ca
  Even though his time on campus was a blur, Joel Cohen has fond memories nonetheless - the malls, the champions, even the weather.
  
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• Local groups fear Muslims in Edmonton under-reporting hate incidents

  12-02-2018 14:00 via cbc.ca
  Fatmeh Kalouti says she felt the backlash last September when a Somali refugee was charged after a man attacked an Edmonton police officer and ran down pedestrians on downtown sidewalks.
  
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• Calgary mayor becoming more comfortable with potential bid for 2026 Olympics

  12-02-2018 13:45 via globalnews.ca
  Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi is in Pyeongchang for a firsthand look at how the Games are unfolding, as the city ponders a potential bid to hos the 2026 Winter Olympics. Reid Feist reports.
  
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• Edmonton early morning weather forecast: Monday, February 12, 2018

  12-02-2018 13:25 via globalnews.ca
  Here’s Mike Sobel’s Monday, February 12, 2018 early morning weather forecast for Edmonton, Alberta and the surrounding area.
  
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• Olympic visit gives Calgary mayor more comfort with bidding process as city considers 2026 games

  12-02-2018 13:00 via globalnews.ca
  Naheed Nenshi says the IOC is honest about reforming the Olympics after he met with officials and organizers in South Korea.
  
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• Money123: Saving for your future and retirement

  12-02-2018 11:58 via globalnews.ca
  For many Canadians, saving for retirement leads many to ask how much should I save? Tomasia DaSilva takes a look at the math around saving for your future.
  
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• 'They don't have anyone': New LGBTQ group offers safe haven

  12-02-2018 10:10
  Syrian refugee started social support system two years ago
  
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• 'It’s disappointing': City audit finds waste service falling far short of goal

  12-02-2018 10:10
  City council set a target of diverting 90 per cent of the waste going into landfill, yet a new report finds the city if falling far short of its recycling and composting aims
  
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• International tech competition for girls lands in Edmonton

  12-02-2018 10:10
  Students from across globe compete to develop apps
  
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