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• Edmonton micro-funding event highlights mental health initiatives for young people

  23-02-2019 23:36
  MEAET is a micro-funding event where local organizations pitch their project, and the winner takes home funds to move their initiative forward.
  
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• B.C. lawsuit against Alberta turn-off-the-taps legislation dismissed for being filed too soon

  23-02-2019 23:36 via cbc.ca
  The B.C. government's legal action against Alberta legislation that could allow the province to restrict oil and gas shipments to B.C. has been struck down.
  
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• IN PHOTOS: Sherwood Park Young Authors’ Conference inspires creativity

  23-02-2019 23:15
  Roughly 350 students attended the conference, now in its 30th year, at F.R. Haythorne Junior High on Saturday.
  
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• Rooftop Edmonton firefighters just $17,000 for reaching their goal - Edmonton Sun

  23-02-2019 23:08 via edmontonsun.com
  Rooftop Edmonton firefighters just $17,000 for reaching their goal  Edmonton SunA group of four firefighters have been living on the roof of Station 2 in downtown Edmonton since last Tuesday to raise money for Muscular Dystrophy Canada.
  
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• Rooftop Edmonton firefighters need just $17,000 to reach their goal - Edmonton Journal

  23-02-2019 23:07 via edmontonjournal.com
  Rooftop Edmonton firefighters need just $17,000 to reach their goal  Edmonton JournalA group of four firefighters have been living on the roof of Station 2 in downtown Edmonton since last Tuesday to raise money for Muscular Dystrophy Canada.
  
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• Police back at scene of Griesbach explosion after unknown substance found in garage

  23-02-2019 23:02 via cbc.ca
  Edmonton police are back at the scene of an explosion in Griesbach, after fire officials found a gel and powder substance at the scene on Saturday.
  
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• Watchdog filing ethics complaint against Trudeau for voting against public inquiry - Edmonton Journal

  23-02-2019 22:52 via edmontonjournal.com
  Watchdog filing ethics complaint against Trudeau for voting against public inquiry  Edmonton JournalA leading democracy watchdog is filing an ethics complaint against Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in relation to the SNC-Lavalin fiasco, the Sun has learned.
  
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• Bomb squad return to scene of an explosion in north Edmonton, no threat to public safety - Edmonton Journal

  23-02-2019 22:22 via edmontonjournal.com
  Bomb squad return to scene of an explosion in north Edmonton, no threat to public safety  Edmonton JournalThe Edmonton police bomb squad was called back to the scene Saturday where one night earlier a garage explosion rocked a north Edmonton neighbourhood ...
  
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• First part of LRT bridge installed over Whitemud Drive - CTV News

  23-02-2019 21:32 via edmonton.ctvnews.ca
  First part of LRT bridge installed over Whitemud Drive  CTV NewsThe first concrete span for the Whitemud LRT Bridge was installed early Saturday morning.
  
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• Four arrested after Mayerthorpe RCMP seize drugs, guns, cash - Edmonton Journal

  23-02-2019 21:21 via edmontonjournal.com
  Four arrested after Mayerthorpe RCMP seize drugs, guns, cash  Edmonton JournalPolice have arrested four people after search warrants were executed in Sangudo and Rochfort Bridge.Mayerthorpe RCMP said “a significant amount of drugs” ...
  
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• Connor McDavid serves game 1 of suspension Saturday as Edmonton Oilers host Ducks

  23-02-2019 21:15
  "I didn't think I was going to be suspended at all going into the hearing."
  
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• Fire plan being made for Banff, Kootenay and Yoho National Parks

  23-02-2019 21:06 via cbc.ca
  Parks Canada spokesperson Jane Park says the plans are typically re-worked every 10 years and this is the first time the three parks will be combined for one plan.
  
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• B.C. constitutional challenge of Alberta’s fuel restriction law tossed - Edmonton Journal

  23-02-2019 20:41 via edmontonjournal.com
  B.C. constitutional challenge of Alberta’s fuel restriction law tossed  Edmonton JournalA court challenge by the British Columbia government over Alberta's fuel restriction law has been shot down by a Calgary judge who said B.C. took the case to ...
  
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• Review: ESO reaches new heights with Sibelius Festival opening concert - Edmonton Journal

  23-02-2019 20:38 via edmontonjournal.com
  Review: ESO reaches new heights with Sibelius Festival opening concert  Edmonton JournalWe learnt two things from the unwaveringly successful opening concert in the Edmonton Symphony orchestra's Sibelius Festival on Friday evening at the ...
  
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• Garage explosion in northeast Edmonton leaves two hospitalized, three neighbours displaced - Toronto Star

  23-02-2019 20:33 via thestar.com
  Garage explosion in northeast Edmonton leaves two hospitalized, three neighbours displaced  Toronto StarTwo people were taken to hospital after an explosion in a garage in northeast Edmonton. Three neighbours and a dog are displaced after the explosion blew out ...
  
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• Hanson's T-Birds take early edge in Edmonton, surprising Golden Bears - The Province

  23-02-2019 20:21 via theprovince.com
  Hanson's T-Birds take early edge in Edmonton, surprising Golden Bears  The ProvinceThe UBC Thunderbirds, who lost the opener of their Canada West best-of-three quarterfinal on their home floor, won the first game of their semifinal set on the ...
  
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• Another ‘prolonged’ Alberta extreme cold weather event to begin Sunday

  23-02-2019 20:04
  "Extreme wind chill values near -40 expected Monday morning for most parts of Alberta," Environment Canada said.
  
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• The jig is up: Edmonton busker ticketed for aggressive panhandling outside Rogers Place - Edmonton Journal

  23-02-2019 19:38 via edmontonjournal.com
  The jig is up: Edmonton busker ticketed for aggressive panhandling outside Rogers Place  Edmonton JournalAn Edmonton busker claims police used unnecessary force to arrest him while he was performing outside Rogers Place on Thursday.Jarret Gray says an ...
  
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• Second Chance Animal Rescue shares some adoptable pets

  23-02-2019 17:50
  Terra MacLean profiles some dogs available for adoption.
  
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• Edmonton weather: Saturday morning cartoons and -25 wind chill - Edmonton Journal

  23-02-2019 17:45 via edmontonjournal.com
  Edmonton weather: Saturday morning cartoons and -25 wind chill  Edmonton JournalA look at today's Edmonton weather by Environment Canada.Saturday morning temperatures at the Edmonton Blatchford station measured -15.4 C with 20 km/h ...
  
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• Pros and cons of the side hustle with Servus Credit Union

  23-02-2019 17:44
  Tanaura Seon shares some tips with tax time approaching.
  
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• Stawnichy’s Mundare sausage shares a sandwich recipe

  23-02-2019 17:25
  Stawnichy’s take on an Italian favourite.
  
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• Edmonton Firefighters’ extend Rooftop Campout to raise money

  23-02-2019 17:07
  Firefighter Cody Darrah says they’re not at their goal yet so they’re extending their campout to reach $120,000.
  
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• Stawnichy’s Mundare Sausage menu options

  23-02-2019 16:52
  Colette Hennig and Dean De Benedetto discuss a number of options available on their menu.
  
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• A ticket to glide: Alberta's natural luge track 'fantastic for kids' — and grown-ups, too

  23-02-2019 16:30 via cbc.ca
  The Camrose Ski Club track is one of the only permanent natural luge tracks in North America, says coach David Larson.
  
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• Stawnichy’s Mundare Sausage celebrates 60 years

  23-02-2019 16:25
  Colette Hennig & Dean De Benedetto discuss the 60th anniversary of Mundare Sausage.
  
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• The Ledge: Notley and Kenney fight over oil by rail plan

  23-02-2019 16:00 via cbc.ca
  The premier and UCP leader fought over the government's contracts to ship Alberta oil by rail; a judge reserved her decision on whether to overturn Stephen Mandel's five-year ban from running for public office; and we learned more about how the UCP sees the upcoming campaign.
  
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• Women Talk Africa event takes place in Edmonton Saturday

  23-02-2019 15:55
  Rehana Malik-Mbanga and Amaka Agbakoba discuss a special event happening in Edmonton Saturday.
  
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• B.C. ticket wins $25.9M Lotto Max jackpot - Edmonton Journal

  23-02-2019 15:54 via edmontonjournal.com
  B.C. ticket wins $25.9M Lotto Max jackpot  Edmonton JournalTORONTO — A ticket holder in British Columbia won Friday night's $25.9 million dollar Lotto Max jackpot.The exact location where the winning ticket was ...
  
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• Saturday's letters: AHS review a precursor to privatization - Edmonton Journal

  23-02-2019 14:01 via edmontonjournal.com
  Saturday's letters: AHS review a precursor to privatization  Edmonton JournalRe. “Kenney needs to do a little homework,” Keith Gerein, Feb. 21I was pleased Keith Gerein took a critical look at UCP Leader Jason Kenney's plans to shake ...
  
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• Opinion: Supreme Court ruling will chill reporting on scandals - Edmonton Journal

  23-02-2019 14:00 via edmontonjournal.com
  Opinion: Supreme Court ruling will chill reporting on scandals  Edmonton JournalThe two biggest political scandals in the news right now — the Mark Norman trial, and the Trudeau/SNC-Lavalin controversy — were exposed by a reliable ...
  
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• Alberta soldiers who took 'distressing' malaria drug sought for lawsuit

  23-02-2019 14:00 via cbc.ca
  Alberta soldiers who believe they were harmed by anti-malarial medication offered during oversea deployments are being recruited for a massive legal case against the federal government.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers Jesse Puljujärvi Situation A Delicate One - Last Word on Hockey

  23-02-2019 13:00 via lastwordonhockey.com
  Edmonton Oilers Jesse Puljujärvi Situation A Delicate One  Last Word on HockeyWith the trade deadline looming and their season crumbling apart, the Edmonton Oilers should be wary of making any rash decisions on Jesse Puljujärvi.
  
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• Left to crumble or repurposed: Residential school sites treated inconsistently across Canada

  23-02-2019 12:00 via cbc.ca
  While some First Nations are reclaiming residential school buildings or the land on which they stood, other schools are disappearing with time, leaving little evidence of that period of history or recognition of the students.
  
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• How cybercriminals sell their skills so the average Joe can steal money

  23-02-2019 11:00 via cbc.ca
  By offering up their services for a fee, cybercriminals make it possible for almost anyone with a computer and internet connection to steal money and personal information.
  
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• Under pressure: Inside an explosive week in the SNC-Lavalin controversy

  23-02-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca
  We still haven't heard from the scandal's key player, but details are emerging of the internal government conversations about SNC-Lavalin that led to the resignation of Jody Wilson-Raybould.
  
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• WHL Roundup: Friday, February 22, 2019

  23-02-2019 08:22
  BRANDON, Man. - Jiri Patera made 37 saves as the Brandon Wheat Kings downed the Saskatoon Blades 6-2 on Friday in Western Hockey League action.
  
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• ‘We’re very worried for his safety’: Edmonton man missing, may be headed to B.C. - CTV News

  23-02-2019 05:54 via edmonton.ctvnews.ca
  ‘We’re very worried for his safety’: Edmonton man missing, may be headed to B.C.  CTV NewsA 19-year-old man, who is in need of medications, has been missing since Saturday, Feb. 16.
  
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• 2 injured in garage explosion in north Edmonton

  23-02-2019 05:50 via cbc.ca
  Two people were injured after a garage explosion in the north Edmonton neighbourhood of Griesbach Friday night.
  
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• 'A really great deal': Northlands casino and racetrack items to be auctioned

  23-02-2019 04:01 via cbc.ca
  Buyers from far and wide are expected at Northlands casino and racetrack Saturday, as close to 4,000 items will be auctioned off, including sports memorabilia and restaurant tables and chairs.
  
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• Explosion rattles north Edmonton neighbourhood - Edmonton Journal

  23-02-2019 03:50 via edmontonjournal.com
  Explosion rattles north Edmonton neighbourhood  Edmonton JournalA garage explosion rocked the Griesbach neighbourhood in the city's northwest Friday evening.Emergency crews responded to reports of an explosion in the ...
  
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• National ad blitz promotes benefits of Canadian beef

  23-02-2019 03:15
  A new advertising campaign aims to give the beef industry a boost, just weeks after the release of Canada's new food guide, which has a greater emphasis on plant-based proteins.
  
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• JONES: McDavid facing double-standard from NHL's safety regulations - Edmonton Journal

  23-02-2019 03:08 via edmontonjournal.com
  JONES: McDavid facing double-standard from NHL's safety regulations  Edmonton JournalThe National Hockey League, repeatedly and consistently, punishes Connor McDavid for being Connor McDavid.Players are allowed to treat arguably the ...
  
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• Edmonton auction to sell off thousands of Northlands items, memorabilia

  23-02-2019 03:03
  A preview of the items Friday revealed tables, ATMs and kitchenware items along with TVs, collectible plates and old photos of Northlands.
  
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• Apparent shed explosion rocks Edmonton’s Griesbach neighbourhood

  23-02-2019 02:39
  Emergency crews were on scene of what appeared to be an explosion in north Edmonton on Friday.
  
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• 2 people sent to hospital after explosion in Edmonton’s Griesbach neighbourhood

  23-02-2019 02:39
  Two people were taken to hospital with unknown injuries after a garage exploded in north Edmonton on Friday. 
  
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• Photos: Londonderry School's annual social dance contest - Edmonton Journal

  23-02-2019 02:35 via edmontonjournal.com
  Photos: Londonderry School's annual social dance contest  Edmonton JournalYour browser does not currently recognize any of the video formats available. Click here to visit our frequently asked questions about HTML5 video.
  
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• Hair Massacure raises funds, awareness for cancer

  23-02-2019 02:19
  The Hair Massacure was held Friday at West Edmonton Mall. The event raises funds and awareness for several types of cancer.
  
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• Fake news. Twitter trolls. Robocalls. Here's what to expect in the Alberta election

  23-02-2019 02:17 via cbc.ca
  A provincial election is coming this spring and political parties are throwing everything they've got into all forms of advertising campaigns. Here's what to expect. Brace yourself.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers leaving no Stone unturned on NHL trade deadline day ... sort of - Edmonton Sun

  23-02-2019 02:14 via edmontonsun.com
  Edmonton Oilers leaving no Stone unturned on NHL trade deadline day ... sort of  Edmonton SunKeith Gretzky offered up a belly laugh when asked if he was in on free-agent Mark Stone.“Uh, no, we're not in on any of those guys,” said the interim Edmonton ...
  
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