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• Edmonton Marathon goes ahead after cancellation concerns over B.C. wildfire smoke

  19-08-2018 23:48 via globalnews.ca
  After concerns that smoke from B.C.'s wildfires could force the cancellation of the 2018 Edmonton Marathon, the event took place Sunday under ideal conditions.
  
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• B.C. Wildfires 2018: Flights cancelled as smoke chokes airports

  19-08-2018 23:28 via cbc.ca
  Flights at several airports in B.C.'s Interior and West Kootenay regions have been cancelled or delayed Sunday as wildfire smoke continues hang over the province.
  
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• 73-year-old Sherwood Park man completes 100th marathon

  19-08-2018 23:19 via cbc.ca
  Ken Davison crossed the Edmonton Marathon finish line at noon, about five hours after starting the 42-kilometre race.
  
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• Edmonton Fringe Festival off to ‘amazing start’ despite B.C. wildfire smoke

  19-08-2018 21:54 via globalnews.ca
  Despite smoke and haze from the B.C. wildfires engulfing Edmonton for much of last week, organizers of the 37th Edmonton International Fringe Festival say the conditions haven't impacted the event.
  
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• Alberta low-income earners can benefit from more than a minimum wage hike: experts

  19-08-2018 21:06 via globalnews.ca
  Two guests on Global News Morning agree there are other ways the province could help those who earn less than $15 an hour in Alberta.
  
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• Oilers sign free agent forward Scottie Upshall to professional tryout

  19-08-2018 20:22 via globalnews.ca
  The Edmonton Oilers signed free agent forward Scottie Upshall to a professional tryout on Sunday.
  
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• Wildfire smoke from B.C. gets in the way of mountain scenery for tourists in Alberta

  19-08-2018 20:18 via cbc.ca
  Smoke from wildfires that's blanketing parts of Alberta does more than just irritate the eyes and throats of visitors to the province's mountain parks — it obscures the spectacular scenery that many have travelled thousands of kilometres to see.
  
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• Smoky conditions, poor visibility affect B.C.-bound flights from Calgary

  19-08-2018 19:06 via globalnews.ca
  A total of six flights bound for the British Columbia Interior from Calgary were listed as cancelled on the Calgary airport website, including three to Kamloops and one each to Penticton and Kelowna on Saturday.
  
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• Wildfire smoke from B.C. gets in the way of mountain scenery for Jasper tourists

  19-08-2018 18:49 via globalnews.ca
  Smoke from the British Columbia wildfires have obscured the spectacular scenery in Jasper, Alta. that many have travelled thousands of kilometres to see.
  
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• Edmonton’s first Venezuelan Restaurant 3

  19-08-2018 17:23 via globalnews.ca
  Rolando Sandrea from Avila Arepa, Edmonton’s only Venezuelan restaurant, completes his version of the Arepa.
  
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• ASIRT investigating after driver of stolen car shot dead by Edmonton police

  19-08-2018 17:23 via globalnews.ca
  The incident began when two vehicles collided near 66 Street and 123 Avenue, just north of Yellowhead Trail.
  
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• Edmonton’s first Venezuelan Restaurant 2

  19-08-2018 16:52 via globalnews.ca
  Avila Arepa founder Rolando Sandrea continues to work the restaurant’s special dishes.
  
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• Man shot, killed by Edmonton police officer Saturday night

  19-08-2018 16:38 via cbc.ca
  A man was shot and killed by Edmonton police Saturday night after officers were called to investigate a two-vehicle collision just north of the Yellowhead Trail.
  
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• Edmonton Wine Guy: Commemorating Aretha Franklin

  19-08-2018 16:37 via globalnews.ca
  As a tribute to Aretha Franklin, Gurvinder Bhatia pairs wines with a selection of songs sung by the “Queen of Soul.”
  
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• Alberta man arrested in North Battleford for exposing himself

  19-08-2018 16:32 via cbc.ca
  Battlefords RCMP has arrested a 44-year-old man from Sherwood Park, Alta. for what has been deemed an indecent act in a local business.
  
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• Edmonton’s first Venezuelan restaurant

  19-08-2018 16:22 via globalnews.ca
  Avila Arepa is the first Venezuelan restaurant in Edmonton. Founder Rolando Sandrea explains what the restaurant has to offer and showcases one of its dishes.
  
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• Calgary woman killed in fall on East End of Rundle near Canmore

  19-08-2018 16:10 via cbc.ca
  Canmore RCMP say the hiker was descending a short scramble section when she slipped and fell.
  
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• Calgary woman dies in fall on East End of Mount Rundle near Canmore

  19-08-2018 16:10 via cbc.ca
  Canmore RCMP say the hiker was descending a short scramble section when she slipped and fell.
  
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• Man dead in Edmonton police shooting

  19-08-2018 16:01 via globalnews.ca
  Edmonton police said officers shot and killed a man Saturday night after a pursuit involving a reported stolen vehicle on the north end.
  
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• Are you sure you checked your ticket? Clock ticking on unclaimed $1M lottery prize

  19-08-2018 15:00 via cbc.ca
  The winner of a $1 million lottery ticket purchased in Edmonton only has until Dec. 15 this year to claim it.
  
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• 'Goose bumps': CNRL develops oilsands mining idea that eliminates tailings ponds

  19-08-2018 14:00 via cbc.ca
  An innovative technology for separating bitumen from sand could eliminate the need for tailings ponds, reduce GHG emissions and cut the cost of producing a barrel of oil.
  
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• Canada can learn from Colorado's experience with driving while high, expert says

  19-08-2018 13:00 via cbc.ca
  Colorado had a four-year head start when it comes to enforcing driving under the influence laws in a legalized cannabis state. The state's highway safety manager talks about ways Canada can learn from that.
  
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• How hydrogen could shake up Canada's energy sector

  19-08-2018 10:00 via cbc.ca
  The use of hydrogen is still in its infancy, but the potential is significant for how one of the most abundant elements in the world could change the country's transportation, electricity and energy sectors.
  
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• Calgary woman dies hiking in Canmore

  19-08-2018 07:39 via globalnews.ca
  A 30-year-old Calgary woman died after a fall while hiking on a popular trail in Canmore Saturday.
  
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• Reilly has best passing night of the season in Esks win over Montreal

  19-08-2018 06:32 via globalnews.ca
  Mike Reilly passed for three touchdowns and took one in himself as the Edmonton Eskimos came away with a 40-24 victory over the Montreal Alouettes.
  
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• Edmonton Dragon Boat Festival churns up lake in Leduc

  19-08-2018 05:14 via cbc.ca
  Paddles gripped and heads down with determination, hundreds of adults geared up for the 22nd annual Edmonton Dragon Boat Festival despite environmental challenges this year.
  
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• Late Fringe reviews: Aug 18

  19-08-2018 03:55 via globalnews.ca
  Watch below: On Saturday at the 2018 Edmonton International Fringe Festival, Todd James reviewed Magical Mystery Detour (4 out of 5) and The Cast of the Irrelevant Show: Doing our Best (4 out of 5).
  
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• Employee injured in explosion at Grande Prairie salvage yard

  19-08-2018 03:26 via cbc.ca
  A worker at a salvage yard in Grande Prairie was taken to hospital Saturday morning after a propane tank exploded at the site in the city's north end.
  
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• 1 person injured after explosion at Grande Prairie salvage yard

  19-08-2018 03:21 via globalnews.ca
  The injured employee was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, police said. 
  
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• Edmontonians brave smoke to attend Fringe Festival, marathon

  19-08-2018 02:57 via globalnews.ca
  Sat, Aug 18 – Smoke and haze from the B.C. forest fires didn’t stop many Edmontonians from attending the Fringe Festival this weekend, and the annual Edmonton Marathon is set to go ahead.
  
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• Weather: Aug 18

  19-08-2018 02:53 via globalnews.ca
  Weather special Margeaux Maron provides the weather forecast for Edmonton and the rest of the Alberta, as well as an update on the smoke from the B.C. wildfires impacting the province.
  
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• Global News Hour at 6 Weekend: Aug 18

  19-08-2018 02:53 via globalnews.ca
  The Saturday, August 18, 2018 edition of the Global News Hour at 6. Hosted by Quinn Ohler.
  
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• Cold Lake designer headed to NYC

  19-08-2018 01:45 via globalnews.ca
  Sat, Aug 18 – A Cold Lake fashion designer is getting the opportunity of a lifetime and a chance to showcase her clothes at the world-famous New York Fashion Week. Julia Wong reports.
  
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• Fringe reviews: Aug 18

  19-08-2018 01:38 via globalnews.ca
  Edmonton’s International Fringe Festival is in full swing in Old Strathcona. Fifteen-hundred performers have are participated in the annual event. Todd James has Saturday’s festival picks.
  
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• Cold Lake designer to showcase clothes at world famous New York Fashion Week

  19-08-2018 01:30 via globalnews.ca
  A designer from northern Alberta will soon be packing her bags to showcase her work at one of the biggest fashion events in the world – New York Fashion Week.
  
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• Be ready for extreme weather with these emergency tips

  19-08-2018 01:30 via globalnews.ca
  "Have a grab and go kit. Have a plan. Make sure you know what you need to take with you."
  
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• Public use of marijuana could be banned in Red Deer

  19-08-2018 00:46 via globalnews.ca
  Red Deer is looking at banning the consumption of cannabis in public places when pot becomes legal in October.
  
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• Safe bet Alberta will be impacted by B.C. wildfire smoke in future: scientist

  19-08-2018 00:42 via globalnews.ca
  An environmental health scientist says the smoke Alberta has been experiencing from the forest fires raging in British Columbia could become the norm every wildfire season. 
  
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