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• Future unclear for stalled Station Pointe development in Edmonton’s northeast - Global News

  06-07-2019 23:49 via globalnews.ca
  Future unclear for stalled Station Pointe development in Edmonton’s northeast  Global NewsWATCH ABOVE: The developer of an apartment building in Edmonton's northeast near the Belvedere LRT station has gone into receivership. Julia Wong ...
  
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• Future unclear for stalled Station Pointe development in Edmonton’s northeast

  06-07-2019 23:49 via globalnews.ca
  Station Point Developments Ltd. purchased land near the Belvedere LRT station from the city in 2015 to build a 112-unit apartment building with retail on the ground floor.
  
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• IN PHOTOS: Vintage motorcycles on display in Hawrelak Park

  06-07-2019 23:32 via globalnews.ca
  Over 40 motorcycles of all makes and models were on display at Hawrelak Park.
  
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• Edmonton proposes policy to support homeless population during extreme weather - Toronto Star

  06-07-2019 23:30 via thestar.com
  Edmonton proposes policy to support homeless population during extreme weather  Toronto StarEDMONTON—What can a city do for its homeless population when the weather is too cold, too hot or the sky changes colour to something out of a ...
  
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• 'A mighty force has left us': CBC journalist and disabilities advocate Ing Wong-Ward dead at 46

  06-07-2019 23:24 via cbc.ca
  Long-time CBC journalist and advocate for people with disabilities Ing Wong-Ward died Saturday from complications of colon cancer. She was 46 years old.
  
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• Body of man who drowned in Banff National Park found

  06-07-2019 22:59 via cbc.ca
  Police say they've recovered the body of a man who drowned in Herbert Lake last week.
  
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• 'Pivotal': Edmonton game Baldur's Gate heads to Belgium for next instalment - Edmonton Journal

  06-07-2019 22:37 via edmontonjournal.com
  'Pivotal': Edmonton game Baldur's Gate heads to Belgium for next instalment  Edmonton JournalMythical beasts, special powers and clashes of empires — before Game of Thrones, Edmonton-born game Baldur's Gate had it all.
  
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• 'Buffet' on the highway: Vegetated medians surprise source for wildlife, say U of A biologists - Edmonton Journal

  06-07-2019 22:32 via edmontonjournal.com
  'Buffet' on the highway: Vegetated medians surprise source for wildlife, say U of A biologists  Edmonton JournalSmall mammals like weasels and chipmunks use vegetated highways medians as a “buffet,” shows three years of research by University of Alberta biologists.
  
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• 22-year-old killed in collision between car and semi in Wetaskiwin

  06-07-2019 21:37 via globalnews.ca
  A 22-year-old passenger inside a Ford Focus died Friday afternoon after the vehicle collided with a semi-truck at a busy intersection in Wetaskiwin, Alta.
  
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• Andrew Scheer flips pancakes at Calgary Stampede

  06-07-2019 20:42 via globalnews.ca
  Conservative leader Andrew Scheer flipped pancakes at the Calgary Stampede on Saturday as he looked to spread his message with an eye to the fall federal election.
  
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• Andrew Scheer flips pancakes, spreads election message at Calgary stampede

  06-07-2019 20:26 via globalnews.ca
  A parade of politicians make a pilgrimage to Calgary every year during the city's famous 10-day celebration of cowboy culture.
  
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• 22-year-old passenger dies in Wetaskiwin, Alta. collision

  06-07-2019 20:13 via cbc.ca
  RCMP were called to a report of a crash at the intersection of Highway 13 and Highway 814 on the edge of town at about 2:20 p.m. Friday.
  
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• Second World War-era explosive found by climbers in Jasper National Park

  06-07-2019 19:53 via globalnews.ca
  A group of climbers were on the north side of Mt. Athabasca when they found the old Second World War-era explosive.
  
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• Energy and Trudeau on the menu as Andrew Scheer flips pancakes at Stampede

  06-07-2019 19:25 via cbc.ca
  On Thursday, it was Alberta Premier Jason Kenney standing side-by-side with Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi, to flip pancakes, and Saturday morning, it was federal Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer's turn at the griddle, cowboy hat and all. 
  
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• London police issue Canada-wide warrant for suspect wanted in connection to inappropriate touching of girl

  06-07-2019 19:22 via globalnews.ca
  Investigators believe the suspect boarded a flight home to Edmonton on Thursday afternoon.
  
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• Alberta’s Writing-on-Stone monument named UNESCO World Heritage Site

  06-07-2019 19:14 via globalnews.ca
  The UNESCO has added Alberta's Writing-on-Stone monument to its list of World Heritage Sites.
  
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• Alberta Government collects $30M from cannabis tax since legalization

  06-07-2019 18:33 via globalnews.ca
  The province raked in $30 million in cannabis tax revenue between Oct. 17, 2018, and March 31, 2019, but only netted a profit of $4.7 million.
  
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• Adopt a Pet with SCARS: Bat Girl, Sully, Cheddar and Maurice the cats

  06-07-2019 17:51 via globalnews.ca
  In this Adopt a Pet segment with the Second Chance Animal Rescue Society (SCARS), Ali Cassis introduces us to four cats named Bat Girl, Sully, Cheddar and Maurice.
  
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• Alberta's Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park now a World Heritage Site

  06-07-2019 17:30 via cbc.ca
  Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park is now Alberta's sixth World Heritage Site, an international designation for a site rich in Blackfoot history.
  
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• Climbers find undetonated explosive in Jasper National Park

  06-07-2019 17:26 via cbc.ca
  A group of climbers are being praised by RCMP after they found ⁠— and didn't meddle with ⁠— an unexploded ordnance Thursday in Jasper National Park.
  
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• Say Uncle in the Global Edmonton Kitchen (Part 3)

  06-07-2019 17:24 via globalnews.ca
  Chef Andrew Cowan has opened a restaurant in downtown Edmonton called Say Uncle. In this final Global Kitchen segment, he showed off some of the old-school style drinks they serve. (Part 3 of 3)
  
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• Why teenagers should get a summer job

  06-07-2019 17:00 via cbc.ca
  Life is a series of competitions — we compete for such things as jobs, resources and romantic partners among other things. If you want something, chances are others want it as well.  
  
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• Desirable Keswick Landing offers affordable homes and diverse builder group - Edmonton Journal

  06-07-2019 17:00 via edmontonjournal.com
  Desirable Keswick Landing offers affordable homes and diverse builder group  Edmonton JournalLaunched in late June, it could be a dream summer at Keswick Landing.One of the newest southwest Edmonton communities, Keswick Landing is rolling out ...
  
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• Say Uncle in the Global Edmonton Kitchen (Part 2)

  06-07-2019 16:54 via globalnews.ca
  Chef Andrew Cowan has opened a restaurant in downtown Edmonton called Say Uncle. He was in the Global Kitchen to show off some of their menu items, including a massive five-patty burger. (Part 2 of 3)
  
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• Real estate info at your fingertips - Edmonton Journal

  06-07-2019 16:46 via edmontonjournal.com
  Real estate info at your fingertips  Edmonton JournalHonestDoor is opening the door to greater transparency in Edmonton's property market.Launched in late spring 2019, the local company promises to unleash a ...
  
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• How the stunning moves around signing Kawhi Leonard change the NBA

  06-07-2019 16:34 via cbc.ca
  A shocking pair of overnight deals delivered Kawhi Leonard and fellow superstar Paul George to the Clippers. Los Angeles is now the centre of the basketball universe. And Toronto is... not.
  
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• Say Uncle in the Global Edmonton Kitchen (Part 1)

  06-07-2019 16:24 via globalnews.ca
  Chef Andrew Cowan of Northern Chicken has opened a restaurant in downtown Edmonton called Say Uncle. He was in the Global Kitchen to show off some of their menu items, including cinnamon bun French toast. (Part 1 of 3)
  
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• Edmonton Rock Music Festival at Hawrelak Park

  06-07-2019 16:17 via globalnews.ca
  Sloan, Wide Mouth Mason, Rick Springfield are just a few of the artists who will take the stage at the Edmonton Rock Music Festival at Hawrelak Park next month. Todd Crawshaw and Kate Chernoff share details.
  
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• She drives a tiny flower truck, and business is blooming

  06-07-2019 16:00 via cbc.ca
  Laura Crawley is hauling some unusual summer cargo in her tiny turquoise truck.
  
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• Edmonton holds down No. 1 real estate investment spot in the province - Edmonton Journal

  06-07-2019 16:00 via edmontonjournal.com
  Edmonton holds down No. 1 real estate investment spot in the province  Edmonton JournalFor real estate investors seeking opportunity in Alberta, they can find no better place than Edmonton. According to an analyst behind a report ranking real estate ...
  
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• Magnum Opus Charity Art Show featuring 80s, 90s pop culture

  06-07-2019 15:53 via globalnews.ca
  The Magnum Opus Charity Art Show featuring pop culture from the 80s and 90s takes place Saturday at the Alberta Aviation Museum. As Sean Arceta explains, the show will have one of the most authentic Back to the Future Deloreans you may ever see.
  
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• Saturday's letters: City's public-art policy needs retouching - Edmonton Journal

  06-07-2019 14:00 via edmontonjournal.com
  Saturday's letters: City's public-art policy needs retouching  Edmonton JournalRe. “City's pricey sculpture out of place,” David Staples, July 5Our city's public-art policy seems to be in need of review. Mr. Staples' comments hit the nail on the ...
  
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• Majority of Edmonton pedestrian collisions happen in marked crossings, stats show - CBC.ca

  06-07-2019 14:00 via cbc.ca
  Majority of Edmonton pedestrian collisions happen in marked crossings, stats show  CBC.caA walkability expert says more research is needed to figure out whether pedestrians are safer in marked crossings in Edmonton. City of Edmonton numbers ...
  
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• Majority of Edmonton pedestrian collisions happen in marked crossings, stats show

  06-07-2019 14:00 via cbc.ca
  City of Edmonton numbers show there were 257 injury or fatal collisions involving pedestrians in 2018.
  
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• Edmonton woman makes lasting friendships over years of camping in Fort Simpson - CBC.ca

  06-07-2019 14:00 via cbc.ca
  Edmonton woman makes lasting friendships over years of camping in Fort Simpson  CBC.caNot only did Lori Harsh fall in love with camping after her trip, she fell in love with the places camping has taken her. Especially one place in particular — Fort ...
  
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• Edmonton woman makes lasting friendships over years of camping in Fort Simpson

  06-07-2019 14:00 via cbc.ca
  Not only did Lori Harsh fall in love with camping after her trip, she fell in love with the places camping has taken her. Especially one place in particular — Fort Simpson.
  
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• Look past the pre-election drama, Premier Horgan urges provincial colleagues ahead of meeting

  06-07-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca
  British Columbia Premier John Horgan says the provincial and territorial leaders need to show unity and not get swept up in pre-election drama as they meet for their annual gathering. 
  
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• Ken Holland has at least addressed one of Edmonton's four biggest needs - Edmonton Journal

  06-07-2019 08:56 via edmontonjournal.com
  Ken Holland has at least addressed one of Edmonton's four biggest needs  Edmonton JournalHeading into the 2019-20 GM Ken Holland has four big needs to address on the Edmonton Oilers' roster: better goaltending, better puck-moving from the ...
  
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• 'Google Maps for surgeons' a finalist in NASA pitch competition

  06-07-2019 06:20 via cbc.ca
  The Edmonton co-creators of a software that creates 3D maps of a human body, helping surgeons plan before they cut, are hoping to dazzle NASA scientists in California next week.
  
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• Our YEG At Night’s 2019 Best of Summer in Edmonton list - Global News

  06-07-2019 03:01 via globalnews.ca
  Our YEG At Night’s 2019 Best of Summer in Edmonton list  Global NewsWe want to know what Global News viewers think are the best things about Edmonton in the summer!
  
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• Our YEG At Night’s 2019 Best of Summer in Edmonton list

  06-07-2019 03:01 via globalnews.ca
  We want to know what Global News viewers think are the best things about Edmonton in the summer!
  
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• 2019 IWWF World Under 21 Waterski Championships in Alberta this weekend

  06-07-2019 02:52 via globalnews.ca
  The 2019 IWWF World Under 21 Waterski Championships sees athletes competing in Alberta this weekend.
  
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• Eskimos working hard in bye week

  06-07-2019 02:48 via globalnews.ca
  The Edmonton Eskimos have been working hard on their bye week. Kevin Karius has more.
  
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• Bob Layton’s editorial: July 5

  06-07-2019 02:41 via globalnews.ca
  In his latest editorial, Bob Layton talks about the opioid crisis in North America.
  
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• ‘A witch hunt’: Critics question intentions of Kenney’s anti-oil sands inquiry

  06-07-2019 02:37 via globalnews.ca
  Political commentator Sandy Garossino is skeptical of the inquiry's intentions. "This is all about discrediting opponents of the pipeline," she said.
  
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• Fort McMurray condo owners to take out $17M loan for embattled wildfire rebuild

  06-07-2019 02:35 via cbc.ca
  Beleaguered Fort McMurray condo owners whose homes were destroyed in the 2016 wildfire will sink $17 million into their latest attempt to rebuild the troubled project.
  
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• From truck to box, questions raised about Edmonton photo radar - Global News

  06-07-2019 02:26 via globalnews.ca
  From truck to box, questions raised about Edmonton photo radar  Global NewsA concern is being raised about the Edmonton's photo radar program following the switch from a radar vehicle to a radar box.
  
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• From truck to box, questions raised about Edmonton photo radar

  06-07-2019 02:24 via globalnews.ca
  A concern is being raised about the Edmonton's photo radar program following the switch from a radar vehicle to a radar box.
  
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• 2019 Edmonton International Street Performers Festival gets underway

  06-07-2019 02:10 via globalnews.ca
  The 2019 edition of the Edmonton International Street Performers Festival is getting underway. Margeaux Maron reports on the beloved event.
  
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• Festivals come to Old Strathcona as neighbourhood sees construction work continue

  06-07-2019 02:07 via globalnews.ca
  One of the busiest spots in Edmonton for festivals this summer is Old Strathcona. As Julia Wong reports, the neighbourhood is also undergoing some major construction this summer and that has some wondering what impact it may have on the events.
  
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