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• 7 elk killed on weekend along Canmore highway, renewing calls for wildlife fencing

  29-04-2019 22:26 via cbc.ca
  An environmental group is renewing calls for wildlife fencing along the Trans-Canada Highway through a small Alberta mountain town after seven elk were killed on the weekend in collisions with vehicles.
  
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• 5 of the worst floods in Canadian history

  29-04-2019 22:20 via globalnews.ca
  A look at some of the worst floods in Canadian history.
  
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• Grandpa, 71, mounts treetop protest near Trans Mountain pipeline terminal

  29-04-2019 21:50 via cbc.ca
  Grandfather-of-two Terry Christenson broke onto the property of the Westridge Marine Terminal in Burnaby, B.C., around 4:30 a.m. PT Monday and scaled a tall cottonwood tree to protest the expansion of the Trans Mountain Pipeline.
  
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• Collisions with elk renew calls for wildlife fencing near Canmore

  29-04-2019 21:46 via globalnews.ca
  After seven elk were involved in collisions with vehicles near Canmore, Alta., the Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Institute is calling for more wildlife fencing to be installed in the area.
  
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• Darnell Nurse the lone member of Edmonton Oilers named to Team Canada at World Championships - Edmonton Journal

  29-04-2019 20:41 via edmontonjournal.com
  Darnell Nurse the lone member of Edmonton Oilers named to Team Canada at World Championships  Edmonton JournalFor too many years to count, members of the Edmonton Oilers have been key performers for Canada's entry at the World Men's Hockey Championships.
  
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• Edmonton podcast ‘Let’s Find Out’ delves into Alberta’s environment and climate change

  29-04-2019 20:39 via globalnews.ca
  In the new season of the locally-produced “Let’s Find Out” podcast, host and creator Chris Chang-Yen Phillips investigates the rather large topic of climate change. He joined Jennifer Crosby to talk about that.
  
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• London airport welcomes new flight between Forest City and Edmonton - CTV News London

  29-04-2019 20:30 via london.ctvnews.ca
  London airport welcomes new flight between Forest City and Edmonton  CTV News LondonA new flight has Swoop-ed into London. Billed as an ultra-low cost airline, Swoop's inaugural flight between Edmonton and London came in over the weekend.
  
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• Primary suspect in Calgary double-homicide investigation has prior animal cruelty convictions

  29-04-2019 20:07 via globalnews.ca
  The man at the centre of a suspected double homicide investigation in Calgary has criminal convictions for animal cruelty.
  
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• AER member quits, claims he was targeted by UCP during campaign

  29-04-2019 20:02 via globalnews.ca
  Jason Kenney is to be sworn in as premier Tuesday and has promised that one of his first acts in the job would be to fire Whittingham.
  
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• Calgary police believe evidence ‘burned’ in suspected double homicide

  29-04-2019 19:57 via globalnews.ca
  In a Monday news release, the Calgary Police Service said the destruction of evidence “by means of burning” is thought to have happened sometime between April 16 and 20.
  
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• Suspect in double homicide of mother and child might have burned evidence, say police

  29-04-2019 19:52 via cbc.ca
  The investigation into the disappearance of the woman and her child is now in its sixth day, but search efforts in the Bragg Creek area have been stalled due to heavy snowfall.
  
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• Former Pembina Institute head quits AER before Kenney could fire him, alleging 'smear campaign'

  29-04-2019 19:37 via cbc.ca
  A former Pembina Institute executive whose appointment to the board of the Alberta Energy Regulator drew criticism from the United Conservative Party has resigned after what he calls a “smear campaign” orchestrated by members of the incoming government.
  
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• Federal Court orders second WestJet exec to testify in competition probe

  29-04-2019 19:08 via globalnews.ca
  The inquiry, launched by the Competition Bureau in the fall, concerns allegations the two carriers used anti-competitive practices to crowd out B.C.-based upstart Flair Airlines from at least three routes last year.
  
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• On Location: Wallish Greenhouses

  29-04-2019 18:55 via globalnews.ca
  Join 630 CHED at Wallish Greenhouses on Saturday, May 4th from 9:00am-1:00pm!
  
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• Don't feed the geese: bread is bad for the birds

  29-04-2019 18:09 via cbc.ca
  With flocks of Canadian geese coming home to roost in Edmonton’s urban landscape, city-dwelling humans are getting a stern reminder from bird lovers: Bread is bad for the birds.
  
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• Protesting grandpa climbs into tree near B.C. marine terminus of Trans Mountain pipeline

  29-04-2019 17:58 via globalnews.ca
  A mid-air protest has begun in British Columbia at the western end of the Trans Mountain pipeline, which carries oilsands crude from Alberta to a port in Metro Vancouver.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid named Hart Memorial Trophy Finalist

  29-04-2019 17:58 via globalnews.ca
  McDavid won the award in 2016-17 and could become the second player in history to win multiple Hart Trophies before their 23rd birthday.
  
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• Support STARS air ambulance at 5th Annual Pursenal Mission Fundraiser

  29-04-2019 16:50 via globalnews.ca
  It’s an afternoon of private shopping with delicious refreshments, all in support of STARS air ambulance. Sarah and Erica share more on the 5th Annual Pursenal Mission Fundraiser.
  
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• Lloydminster RCMP investigate ‘suspicious’ death after man found dead in vehicle

  29-04-2019 16:15 via globalnews.ca
  A man's body was found in a vehicle in Lloydminster, Alta., on Saturday night after RCMP received calls about a shooting.
  
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• First canola, now peas and soybeans — Canadian crops face more headaches getting into China

  29-04-2019 16:13 via cbc.ca
  An expanding list of Canadian farm exports is hitting obstacles at Chinese ports, leaving sellers of soybeans, peas and pork scrambling amid a bitter diplomatic dispute.
  
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• My daughter was killed by her husband. I want everyone to know her story

  29-04-2019 16:00 via cbc.ca
  Speaking out about her child's murder wasn't easy, but for Lynne Rosychuk, it has given her daughter a voice and a legacy.
  
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• Money Smarts: Tips for a financial spring clean-up

  29-04-2019 15:45 via globalnews.ca
  As you get your home and yard ready for summer, licensed insolvency trustee Frieda Richer shares some tips for giving your finances a spring cleaning, including how to tackle paying down big debts.
  
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• Country singer Brett Kissel performing at 2019 Big Valley Jamboree

  29-04-2019 15:25 via globalnews.ca
  Alberta singer Brett Kissel will take the stage at the 2019 Big Valley Jamboree country music festival. He joined Mike Sobel to talk about the big event.
  
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• Edmonton weather: When will the snow end? A winter has no ending. - Edmonton Journal

  29-04-2019 14:48 via edmontonjournal.com
  Edmonton weather: When will the snow end? A winter has no ending.  Edmonton JournalA look at today's Edmonton weather by Environment Canada.Monday morning temperatures at the Edmonton Blatchford station measured -1.6 C with 10 km/h ...
  
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• GANG Fabulous Fabric Frenzy raising funds for AIDS orphans

  29-04-2019 14:43 via globalnews.ca
  Louise Barr and Grace Hamilton from GANG (Grandmothers of Alberta for a New Generation) share details on their Fabric Frenzy fundraiser to help support grandparents raising AIDS orphans in Africa.
  
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• After canola, other Canadian exports see obstacles in trade with China

  29-04-2019 14:29 via globalnews.ca
  Canadian sellers of soybeans, peas and pork are scrambling amid a bitter diplomatic dispute.
  
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• Terry Jones: Sad ending to outstanding season for Edmonton Oil Kings - Edmonton Journal

  29-04-2019 14:19 via edmontonjournal.com
  Terry Jones: Sad ending to outstanding season for Edmonton Oil Kings  Edmonton JournalIt turned out, mostly, to be a going-away party.Except it was no party.In the end there were tears, particularly with their captain and star Trey Fix-Wolansky who ...
  
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• Ma-Me-O Beach residents question new $3M sewage system

  29-04-2019 14:00 via cbc.ca
  The Summer Village of Ma-Me-O Beach finally has a sewage system after more than 30 years of debating wastewater options. Still, some residents are raising concerns, saying that sections of pipe froze over the winter and that hooking up to the main line is too expensive.
  
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• Filipino fast-food giant Jollibee to open 1st Edmonton location - Global News

  29-04-2019 13:48 via globalnews.ca
  Filipino fast-food giant Jollibee to open 1st Edmonton location  Global NewsWATCH ABOVE: Edmonton will soon have another option for fast-food cravings with an international touch. Albert Delitala reports.
  
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• Edmonton early morning weather forecast: Monday, April 29, 2019

  29-04-2019 13:24 via globalnews.ca
  Here’s Mike Sobel’s Monday, April 29, 2019 early morning weather forecast for Edmonton, Alberta and the surrounding area.
  
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• The Simpsons taking fire over seal clubbing, 'stupid Newfie' scene

  29-04-2019 11:13 via cbc.ca
  The Simpsons aired an episode that featured digs at Canadian people and symbols, but it's a scene showing character Ralph Wiggum bashing a plush seal while saying "I'm a Newfie" that has some people saying the show went offside.
  
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• Funding for art gallery, animal protection among budget leftovers still on council's plate - Edmonton Journal

  29-04-2019 11:01 via edmontonjournal.com
  Funding for art gallery, animal protection among budget leftovers still on council's plate  Edmonton JournalApproving additional funding could affect the tax rate, but among the mix of new and rolled-over requests for cash are projects near and dear to council ...
  
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• Edmonton police officer receives pay sanction for 'deceitful' version of crash - Edmonton Journal

  29-04-2019 11:01 via edmontonjournal.com
  Edmonton police officer receives pay sanction for 'deceitful' version of crash  Edmonton JournalAn Edmonton police officer who slammed his cruiser into a civilian vehicle will receive a two-year pay reduction after a disciplinary hearing found his statements ...
  
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• 'Rising from the ashes': Fort McMurray artist commemorates wildfire with sculpture

  29-04-2019 11:00 via cbc.ca
  It's been three years since the Fort McMurray fire, but some people still struggle to talk about it. An artist from the northern Alberta city wants to help change that with a new sculpture in the community garden downtown.
  
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• 630 CHED – International Children’s Festival

  29-04-2019 09:00 via globalnews.ca
  A place where children can learn about arts in an entertaining and educational way, this year’s Festival returns to St Albert May 28th to June 2nd.
  
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• 630 CHED: Edmonton Symphony Orchestra presents Stewart Copeland’s Ben-Hur in Concert – A Tale of the Christ

  29-04-2019 09:00 via globalnews.ca
  630 CHED is proud to support the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra’s presentation of Stewart Copeland’s Ben-Hur in Concert- A Tale of the Christ!
  
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• Peter Chiarelli built a great young team for Edmonton Oilers -- in Bakersfield - Edmonton Journal

  29-04-2019 08:17 via edmontonjournal.com
  Peter Chiarelli built a great young team for Edmonton Oilers -- in Bakersfield  Edmonton JournalFormer Edmonton Oilers GM Peter Chiarelli gets plenty of criticism. Rightfully so.Chiarelli badly misjudged the direction of the NHL in 2015. He believed that ...
  
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• Lac Ste. Anne firefighter killed in collision near Barrhead

  29-04-2019 06:30 via globalnews.ca
  Chief Randy Schroeder said Joshua Pare-White, 24, was from Edmonton, but had been a member of Lac Ste. Anne County Fire Services since 2014. 
  
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• 'It's definitely an issue of self-love' Edmonton Natural Hair Show celebrates Afro-textured hair - CBC.ca

  29-04-2019 06:11 via cbc.ca
  'It's definitely an issue of self-love' Edmonton Natural Hair Show celebrates Afro-textured hair  CBC.caHundreds of people came through Boyle Street Plaza to check out panel discussions about the shifting generational attitudes towards Afro-textured hair. Young ...
  
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• 'It's definitely an issue of self-love': Edmonton Natural Hair Show celebrates Afro-textured hair

  29-04-2019 06:11 via cbc.ca
  Hundreds of people came through Boyle Street Plaza to check out panel discussions about the shifting generational attitudes towards Afro-textured hair. Young black children could also take part in workshops about how to care for themselves and their natural hair.
  
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• Alberta man arrested in Kelowna after 'bizarre' child grabbing incident

  29-04-2019 06:03 via cbc.ca
  RCMP say the suspect allegedly tried to grab a child from its mother and then tried to swim away in Okanagan Lake.
  
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• RCMP investigating suspicious death in Lloydminster

  29-04-2019 05:41 via cbc.ca
  The RCMP major crimes unit has taken over the investigation after shots were fired Saturday evening. RCMP says when it arrived on scene they found a man dead in his vehicle.
  
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• Lloydminster RCMP investigating after man found dead in vehicle - Edmonton Journal

  29-04-2019 05:30 via edmontonjournal.com
  Lloydminster RCMP investigating after man found dead in vehicle  Edmonton JournalLloydminster RCMP is investigating after a man was found dead inside a vehicle Saturday.At approximately 7:40 p.m., police responded to multiple reports of ...
  
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• Filipino fast-food giant Jollibee to open first Edmonton location - Global News

  29-04-2019 03:24 via globalnews.ca
  Filipino fast-food giant Jollibee to open first Edmonton location  Global NewsWATCH: Edmonton will soon have another option for fast-food cravings with an international touch. Albert Delitala reports.
  
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• Filipino fast-food giant Jollibee to open first Edmonton location

  29-04-2019 03:24 via globalnews.ca
  Founded in the Philippines in 1975, Jollibee now has over 1,000 restaurants worldwide.
  
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• Filipino fast-food giant Jollibee to open 1st Edmonton location

  29-04-2019 03:24 via globalnews.ca
  Founded in the Philippines in 1975, Jollibee now has over 1,000 restaurants worldwide.
  
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• WestJet suspends some routes due to Boeing 737 Max grounding

  29-04-2019 03:17 via cbc.ca
  WestJet has suspended several of its routes due to the ongoing grounding of Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft.
  
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• WestJet suspends some routes due to Boeing 737 Max 8 grounding

  29-04-2019 03:17 via cbc.ca
  WestJet has suspended several of its routes due to the ongoing grounding of Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft.
  
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• Edmonton Repairathon: Making old clothes new again - CityNews Edmonton

  29-04-2019 03:17 via edmonton.citynews.ca
  Edmonton Repairathon: Making old clothes new again  CityNews EdmontonA group of Edmonton women spent their Sunday stitching old items of clothing to make them new again. As Sarolta Saskiw reports, they are trying to encourage ...
  
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• Weather: Apr 28

  29-04-2019 03:01 via globalnews.ca
  Global Edmonton’s weather forecast for Sun, Apr 28.
  
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