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• Council given starting point on the next four-year budget at 2%

  22-06-2018 23:57 via globalnews.ca
  The city has given city council the starting point on the upcoming four-year budget. There is no leeway on a 1 per cent hike for police, a 0.6per cent increase for LRT and a 0.3 per cent jump for back alley work.
  
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• Equalization renewal a ‘slap in the face’ to Albertans: Kenney

  22-06-2018 23:46 via globalnews.ca
  Alberta's Opposition leader describes the federal government's renewal of the current equalization payment system in Bill C-74 a "slap in the face" to Alberta.
  
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• Equalization payments — how they work, and why some provinces are upset

  22-06-2018 22:48 via globalnews.ca
  The federal government plans on keeping the equalization payment formula the same until 2024.
  
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• Man trying to sell jewelry on Facebook robbed, threatened with gun: Edmonton police

  22-06-2018 22:30 via globalnews.ca
  Edmonton police are searching for a suspect who allegedly pulled out a gun to threaten and rob another man trying to sell jewelry he posted on a Facebook buy-and-sell group.
  
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• Cat flown back to Alberta after hitching ride to B.C.

  22-06-2018 21:39 via cbc.ca
  A cat that hitched a ride from Alberta to the West Coast in a moving van flew back home Friday.
  
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• Alberta stowaway cat flown home after hitching ride to B.C.

  22-06-2018 21:39 via cbc.ca
  An Alberta cat which hitched a ride to the west coast in a moving van is ready to fly back home.
  
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• Fire that destroyed 16 Stony Plain townhomes may have been deliberately set

  22-06-2018 21:02 via globalnews.ca
  The town of Stony Plain said a fire that destroyed several units in a stalled townhouse complex may have been deliberately set.
  
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• Laylin Delorme found guilty of 1st-degree murder in Edmonton Mac's killings

  22-06-2018 20:47 via cbc.ca
  A jury Friday found Laylin Delorme guilty on two counts of first-degree murder and two counts of armed robbery in the killing of two Mac's convenience store clerks.
  
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• Man guilty of first-degree murder in deaths of Edmonton Mac’s clerks

  22-06-2018 20:45 via globalnews.ca
  A jury has found Laylin Delorme guilty of two counts of first-degree murder in the December 2015 shootings at two different Edmonton Mac's convenience stores that left two men dead.
  
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• Emotional, psychological aspects of climate change explored in ‘Metamorphosis’ film opening in Edmonton

  22-06-2018 20:38 via globalnews.ca
  ‘Metamorphosis’ is a film that deals with the emotional and psychological aspects of climate change, and it’s opening in Edmonton this weekend. Co-directors Nova Ami and Velcrow Ripper joined Kent Morrison with more details.
  
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• Edmonton Eskimos trivia: Putting the players to the test

  22-06-2018 20:37 via globalnews.ca
  How much do the Edmonton Eskimos players know about their team’s history? Quinn Phillips puts a few of them to the test.
  
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• Bridges re-opened in Mill Creek ravine after rehab work

  22-06-2018 19:41 via cbc.ca
  Five wooden pedestrian bridges in Edmontons' Mill Creek ravine were officially opened Friday after undergoing replacement or repair work.
  
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• Alberta woman lands 'monster' walleye

  22-06-2018 19:20 via cbc.ca
  An Alberta woman is getting bombarded with question and compliments after catching a huge walleye on Lac La Biche.
  
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• Mill Creek Ravine bridges reopen ahead of schedule and on budget

  22-06-2018 19:19 via globalnews.ca
  The city spent $7.7 million to rehabilitate two trestle bridges and replace one trestle and two glulam bridges.
  
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• ‘This is bad faith’ says Kenney of Liberal equalization formula extension

  22-06-2018 19:09 via globalnews.ca
  On Friday, Alberta Opposition Leader Jason Kenney criticized how the government handled the equalization formula extension and called their lack of communication on it “shocking.”
  
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• Charges dropped against Okotoks property owner in rural shooting

  22-06-2018 18:29 via globalnews.ca
  Charges have been dropped against an Okotoks man after allegedly shooting at suspected thieves on his property.
  
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• Applause in courtroom as charges dropped against Okotoks property owner in rural shooting

  22-06-2018 18:29 via globalnews.ca
  A courtroom erupted in cheers and applause Friday as all charges were dropped against a man accused of firing shots at suspected thieves on his rural property in southern Alberta.
  
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• Edmonton Eskimos host the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in the 2018 home opener

  22-06-2018 18:01 via globalnews.ca
  The Edmonton Eskimos host the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Friday night in the 2018 home opener on The Brick Field at Commonwealth Stadium.
  
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• NHL Draft: Edmonton Oilers hold number 10 pick ahead of draft

  22-06-2018 18:00 via globalnews.ca
  630 CHED will have live coverage from Dallas starting at 4 p.m. Friday afternoon.
  
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• Bob Layton: To your health

  22-06-2018 18:00 via globalnews.ca
  Ottawa wants healthy eating ... and marijuana?
  
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• Stony Plain fire 'could be suspicious,' town officials say

  22-06-2018 17:59 via cbc.ca
  A fire Wednesday that destroyed 16 townhouses in Stony Plain "could be suspicious," town officials said in a news release Friday.
  
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• Red Deer man arrested for allegedly pointing fake gun at car dealership employees

  22-06-2018 17:59 via globalnews.ca
  A man in Red Deer was arrested and charged after an imitation gun was allegedly pointed at several people at a car dealership.
  
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• Liberal equalization formula extension 'slap in the face to Alberta,' Kenney says

  22-06-2018 17:36 via cbc.ca
  Alberta Opposition leader Jason Kenney is joining the voices against what he calls "an unfair equalization deal."
  
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• Alberta finance minister will raise 'problems' with equalization formula extension at Ottawa meeting

  22-06-2018 17:36 via cbc.ca
  Alberta's finance minister says he's going to continue to raise concerns about Canada's equalization program, which the federal government has extended another five years.
  
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• Alberta finance minister responds to calls for action on 'unfair' equalization formula extension

  22-06-2018 17:36 via cbc.ca
  Join CBC Calgary to watch Alberta Finance Minister Joe Ceci speak live about the equalization decision and his opposition's calls for action.
  
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• Charges dropped against rural Alberta homeowner accused of shooting trespasser

  22-06-2018 17:00 via cbc.ca
  All charges have been dropped against a rural Alberta homeowner accused of shooting a trespasser on his property near Okotoks.
  
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• ANALYSIS: Canada already seeing effects of Trump’s immigration clampdown

  22-06-2018 16:33 via globalnews.ca
  Uncertainty surrounding Trump's immigration orders could trigger a flood of immigrants into Canada, expert says.
  
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• Extended free park and ride hours for Friday’s Edmonton Eskimos game

  22-06-2018 16:02 via globalnews.ca
  Edmonton Eskimos fans with tickets for the home opener will be able to take advantage of free transit earlier in the day Friday.
  
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• AMA Travel: Viva Las Vegas!

  22-06-2018 15:44 via globalnews.ca
  Shelley Stevens from AMA Travel joined Mike Sobel to talk about some great vacation deals to Las Vegas. (Sponsored by AMA)
  
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• Edmonton’s new Soundtrack Music Festival to feature 90s tunes

  22-06-2018 15:07 via globalnews.ca
  Some big acts from the 1990s will be taking the stage at the Soundtrack Music Festival this weekend in Kinsmen Park. Kent Morrison spoke with organizer Shawn Huculak about the event.
  
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• 'Help us': Cluster of overdoses prompts call for help by Grande Prairie outreach groups

  22-06-2018 15:00 via cbc.ca
  Grande Prairie outreach groups say their clients are reeling following three overdoses in less than 24 hours on Wednesday.
  
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• Cyclist in ICU after collision with truck in north Edmonton

  22-06-2018 14:50 via cbc.ca
  A man is in hospital with head injuries after his bicycle was hit by a pickup truck in north Edmonton Friday morning.
  
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• Cyclist in critical condition after collision with truck in north Edmonton

  22-06-2018 14:50 via cbc.ca
  A man is in hospital with head injuries after his bicycle was hit by a pickup truck in north Edmonton Friday morning.
  
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• Hit the links at the Kevin Karius Easter Seals Celebrity Golf Classic

  22-06-2018 14:46 via globalnews.ca
  Support Easter Seals Alberta at the 27th Kevin Karius celebrity golf classic. Your ticket includes breakfast, 18 holes of golf paired with a sport or media celebrity, prime rib dinner, and prizes. Darla Zuk with Easter Seals Alberta shares the details on the event and where the funds go.
  
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• Enjoy a game on the links at the Kevin Karius Celebrity golf classic

  22-06-2018 14:46 via globalnews.ca
  Support Easter Seals Alberta at the 27th Kevin Karius Celebrity golf classic. Your ticket includes 18 holes of golf paired with a sport or media celebrity, a continental breakfast, prime rib dinner, and prizes. Darla Zuk with Easter Seals Alberta shares the details on the event and where the funds will be allocated.
  
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• Three years after constable's death, widow reflects on life experiences and police investigation

  22-06-2018 14:00 via cbc.ca
  Const. Dan Woodall was the first officer to be killed in the line of duty in Edmonton in 15 years, when he was gunned down in June 2015. A report into the events of the night is expected soon.
  
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• Three years after Const. Dan Woodall's death, widow reflects on life experiences and police investigation

  22-06-2018 14:00 via cbc.ca
  Const. Dan Woodall was the first officer to be killed in the line of duty in Edmonton in 15 years, when he was gunned down in June 2015. A report into the events of the night is expected soon.
  
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• Food truck owner says Edmonton trucks are being tossed from city parks

  22-06-2018 14:00 via globalnews.ca
  The city has put the brakes on food trucks setting up in parks, according to a truck owner who, for the past year, had been catering to dogs and their owners in Terwillegar Park.
  
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• Trump’s reversal on separating immigrant families causes confusion at U.S. border

  22-06-2018 13:50 via globalnews.ca
  Immigration enforcement on the U.S.-Mexico border was plunged deeper into chaos over Donald Trump’s reversal of a policy separating immigrant children from parents, causing uncertainty for both migrant families and the federal agencies.
  
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• Cyclist in hospital after collision with truck in north Edmonton

  22-06-2018 13:43 via globalnews.ca
  A truck and a person on a bicycle collided Friday morning on 97 Street and 144 Avenue in north Edmonton.
  
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• Edmonton considers banning right turns on some red lights

  22-06-2018 13:28 via globalnews.ca
  The City of Edmonton may soon ban right turns on a red light in some locations.
  
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• Edmonton early morning weather forecast: Friday, June 22, 2018

  22-06-2018 13:24 via globalnews.ca
  Here’s Mike Sobel’s Friday, June 22, 2018 early morning weather forecast for Edmonton, Alberta and the surrounding area.
  
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• What were they thinking? How the equalization debate ended before it even began

  22-06-2018 11:00 via cbc.ca
  For the government to reject any changes without any public discussion is troubling. But worse than the lack of consultation and negotiation is the lack of any information at all. Economist Trevor Tombe looks at the equalization program, and what a formula freeze means to Alberta.
  
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• Ideas pour in for the development of Edmonton’s Exhibition Lands

  22-06-2018 05:41 via globalnews.ca
  On Thursday night, Edmontonians had an opportunity to provide their input on what should be done with the Exhibition Lands during a public session.
  
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• 'Anything is a potential target': Could Trump focus on Alberta oil next?

  22-06-2018 05:11 via cbc.ca
  U.S. president Donald Trump seems to be aching for a trade war which puts Canada in uncharted territory after decades of a generally good relationship.
  
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• Global News at 11 best of summer in Edmonton

  22-06-2018 05:00 via globalnews.ca
  Global News at 11 wants you to share the best of summer in Edmonton.
  
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• Alberta government slapped with class-action lawsuit over prisoner confinement practice

  22-06-2018 04:48 via cbc.ca
  A class-action lawsuit claims a solitary confinement practice violates the fundamental rights of inmates.
  
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• Proposed high-rise development would change downtown Edmonton skyline

  22-06-2018 03:57 via globalnews.ca
  The proposed Langham Towers would be 49 and 64 storeys each, and are planned for construction on 104 Street and 100 Avenue.
  
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• 'I don't want to be hassled': Some Edmonton police no longer conducting street checks, says chief

  22-06-2018 03:03 via cbc.ca
  As numbers plummet, some Edmonton police officers are resisting doing street checks because they fear being investigated, says police Chief Rod Knecht.
  
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• Jury begins deliberations in Edmonton Mac's murders trial

  22-06-2018 03:02 via cbc.ca
  Members of the jury who must determine if Laylin Delorme is guilty of the first degree murders of two Mac’s employees started deliberating at 3 p.m. Thursday.
  
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