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• Glass Tiger performs private concert for 95-year-old fan in Mayerthorpe

  10-08-2019 23:46 via cbc.ca
  Glass Tiger performed a private concert for Jean Savage in Mayerthorpe on Friday. The 95-year-old has been listening to them for more than 30 years.
  
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• New Alberta separation group meets in Calgary: ‘It’s time to take control’

  10-08-2019 23:42 via globalnews.ca
  Wexit Alberta feels the way Confederation is set up favours the east over the west — politically and economically.
  
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• Canadians Lalonde, Arop race to gold medals and Pan Am records in Lima

  10-08-2019 23:27 via cbc.ca
  Canada's Genevieve Lalonde won the gold medal in the women's 3,000-metre steeplechase and Marco Arop took gold in the men's 800 metres Saturday at the 2019 Pan American Games. Both athletes set Pan Am records in their respective events.
  
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• Cariwest parade brings the fun to Jasper Avenue - Edmonton Journal

  10-08-2019 22:14 via edmontonjournal.com
  Cariwest parade brings the fun to Jasper Avenue  Edmonton JournalDespite the overcast skies, hundreds of people lined Jasper Avenue to take in the extravaganza that Cariwest brings to downtown Edmonton.With music blaring ...
  
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• Tree ravaging Asian longhorn beetle spotted in Edmonton - Edmonton Journal

  10-08-2019 21:35 via edmontonjournal.com
  Tree ravaging Asian longhorn beetle spotted in Edmonton  Edmonton JournalEdmonton trees have dodged a bullet or rather a beetle.The first confirmed sighting of the Asian longhorned beetle in Edmonton happened in May after being ...
  
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• Ghost town: Alberta community transforms for Ghostbusters 2020 shoot

  10-08-2019 20:52 via cbc.ca
  Red, white and blue banners line the main street of Fort MacLeod as the red and white maple leaf flag can be seen waving in the background. The town is the latest location beinbg used for filming Ghostbusters 2020.
  
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• Severe thunderstorm watch, smoky skies bulletin issued for B.C.’s Southern Interior

  10-08-2019 18:31 via globalnews.ca
  Environment Canada says an approaching weather pattern will bring conditions favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening.
  
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• RCMP-led Indigenous youth camp hopes to improve First Nation and Métis representation within the force

  10-08-2019 18:00 via cbc.ca
  The RCMP doesn’t reflect all of the communities it serves yet, but Sgt. Kim Mueller is trying to change that.
  
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• Second Chance Animal Rescue Society brings puppies!!!

  10-08-2019 17:51 via globalnews.ca
  Terra MacLean from the Second Chance Animal Rescue Society brings two puppies to show us from a litter of six. If you can adopt, contact SCARS, they – and the animals – need you!
  
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• Mixing the perfect summer sangria with GIUSTI Wines

  10-08-2019 17:40 via globalnews.ca
  It may not feel like it, but it’s still summer in Edmonton. Winter Dzaman joins Shaye to make a tasy, fruity summer classic: the sangria!
  
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• Taste of Christmas: Fairmont Hotel Macdonald

  10-08-2019 17:23 via globalnews.ca
  Edmonton’s Fairmont Hotel Macdonald is giving people a preview of what it has in store this festive season. Executive Chef Mridul Bhatt joins Shaye and Phil with more.
  
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• Edmonton weather: Cloudy with a chance of clouds - Edmonton Journal

  10-08-2019 17:13 via edmontonjournal.com
  Edmonton weather: Cloudy with a chance of clouds  Edmonton JournalA look at today's Edmonton weather by Environment Canada.Saturday morning temperatures at the Edmonton Blatchford station measured 10.3 C with 6 km/h ...
  
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• Festive preview from Fairmont Hotel Macdonald

  10-08-2019 16:23 via globalnews.ca
  Edmonton’s Fairmont Hotel Macdonald is giving people a preview of what it has in store this festive season. Executive Chef Mridul Bhatt and manager Nipun Wasedev tell us more.
  
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• Update on Kai the dog’s success and weight-loss journey

  10-08-2019 15:51 via globalnews.ca
  In May 2018, we first introduced you to Kai the dog. Since then, he’s lost over 100 pounds, has become an international sensation and is now helping others. Kristy Roskey and Pam Heggie join us.
  
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• Saddle Lake Cree Nation girl earns recognition from UNESCO

  10-08-2019 15:00 via cbc.ca
  Nine year-old Bella Morrisseau Whiskeyjack hasn't hit double digits yet, but she can soon call herself an award winning, published author and a UNESCO child ambassador.
  
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• Survivors of Toronto’s Danforth shooting following B.C. murder case closely

  10-08-2019 14:41 via globalnews.ca
  As the RCMP remains tight-lipped about the potential motive of the B.C. murder suspects, one of the survivors in Toronto's Danforth shooting's been following the story
  
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• Varcoe: Trading places — Calgary's recovery now outpacing Edmonton on unemployment front - Calgary Herald

  10-08-2019 14:00 via calgaryherald.com
  Varcoe: Trading places — Calgary's recovery now outpacing Edmonton on unemployment front  Calgary HeraldAs thousands of oilpatch jobs vanished almost three years ago, Calgary's unemployment rate soared to 10.3 per cent, highest among the country's largest cities.
  
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• Opinion: Lots of hidden gems for Edmonton motorcyclists - Edmonton Journal

  10-08-2019 14:00 via edmontonjournal.com
  Opinion: Lots of hidden gems for Edmonton motorcyclists  Edmonton JournalReally now, riding a motorcycle in Edmonton's core is a lot like traversing a checkerboard full of short straight lines and stop signs. Had enough of cruising Whyte ...
  
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• Harris leads Eskimos past Redblacks in defensive battle against former team

  10-08-2019 13:49 via cbc.ca
  Quarterback Trevor Harris handed his old team its fifth loss in six games, as his Edmonton Eskimos defeated the Ottawa Redblacks 16-12 in CFL action Friday night.
  
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• "Boom/bust prospect" Raphaël Lavoie looking to make some noise with Edmonton Oilers - Edmonton Journal

  10-08-2019 13:38 via edmontonjournal.com
  "Boom/bust prospect" Raphaël Lavoie looking to make some noise with Edmonton Oilers  Edmonton Journal2019 Edmonton Oilers prospetcs #13 Raphaël LavoiePreviously: unranked, drafted #38 overall in 2019Funny the degree to which recent history repeated itself ...
  
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• How eliminating food waste can help the fight against climate change

  10-08-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca
  People may not realize it, but eliminating food waste is an important way to reduce CO2 emissions.
  
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• Canada lost some jobs in July, but at least 400K positions are still up for grabs

  10-08-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca
  While Friday's employment data showed the economy lost 24,000 jobs in July, a Canadian Federation of Independent Business report found there are still more unfilled private sector jobs than one year ago.
  
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• Edmonton Stingers lose second straight to Saskatchewan on buzzer beater - Edmonton Sun

  10-08-2019 08:21 via edmontonsun.com
  Edmonton Stingers lose second straight to Saskatchewan on buzzer beater  Edmonton SunThe Edmonton Stingers dropped a heartbreaker in Saskatoon on Friday, losing on a last-second shot to the Saskatchewan Rattlers. Saskatchewan guard Alex ...
  
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• Eskimos make it past Redblacks 16-12

  10-08-2019 08:06 via globalnews.ca
  The Eskimos rallied in the second half to defeat the Redblacks 16-12 and remain undefeated at home this season.
  
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• REDBLACKS drop nail-biter in Edmonton - Ottawa REDBLACKS

  10-08-2019 07:31 via ottawaredblacks.com
  REDBLACKS drop nail-biter in Edmonton  Ottawa REDBLACKSThe Ottawa REDBLACKS dropped a defensive battle to the Eskimos in Edmonton by a 16-12 score. Ottawa found themselves on the 11-yard line late in the ...
  
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• Prolific puffball: massive mushroom found near Edmonton thanks to wet weather - Global News

  10-08-2019 05:51 via globalnews.ca
  Prolific puffball: massive mushroom found near Edmonton thanks to wet weather  Global NewsThe rain may be putting a damper on the summer plans for many Albertans, but it is proving magical for mushrooms — including near Devon, where a massive ...
  
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• Edmonton loses 5,400 jobs in overall 14,000 July loss for Alberta - Global News

  10-08-2019 04:15 via globalnews.ca
  Edmonton loses 5,400 jobs in overall 14,000 July loss for Alberta  Global NewsMetro Edmonton lost 5400 jobs in July, part of an overall Alberta loss of 14000. Most of the losses were part time.
  
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• As First Nations seek Trans Mountain stake, Ottawa calls on experts

  10-08-2019 03:17 via globalnews.ca
  The government says a number of Indigenous communities have expressed interest in participating economically in Trans Mountain through equity and revenue sharing.
  
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• Fragapalooza taking place in Leduc

  10-08-2019 02:58 via globalnews.ca
  A celebration of video games known as Fragapalooza is taking place in Leduc this weekend.
  
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• FC Edmonton gets set to take on Pacific FC

  10-08-2019 02:53 via globalnews.ca
  John Sexsmith previews FC Edmonton’s game against Pacific FC on Saturday.
  
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• Edmonton Prospects host Okotoks Dawgs for Game 2 of playoff series

  10-08-2019 02:52 via globalnews.ca
  The Edmonton Prospects host the Okotoks Dawgs at RE/MAX Field on Friday night for Game 2 of their playoff series. John Sexsmith has details.
  
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• Number of players returning to Eskimos for game against Redblacks

  10-08-2019 02:50 via globalnews.ca
  Eskimos coach Jason Maas is making a number of roster changes for the team’s game against Ottawa on Friday night. John Sexsmith explains.
  
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• Bob Layton’s editorial: Aug. 9

  10-08-2019 02:43 via globalnews.ca
  In his latest editorial, Bob Layton talks about U.S. President Donald Trump’s idea of importing drugs from Canada.
  
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• Edmonton's unemployment rate increases, higher than Calgary - CityNews Edmonton

  10-08-2019 02:41 via edmonton.citynews.ca
  Edmonton's unemployment rate increases, higher than Calgary  CityNews EdmontonEdmonton's unemployment rate has increased to 7.5% in the month of July, which is higher than Calgary's. The city's financial expert says the situation might not ...
  
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• Massive puffball discovered near Devon

  10-08-2019 02:24 via globalnews.ca
  The rain in central Alberta may be putting a damper on may people’s summer plans, but as Margeaux Maron tells us, the wet weather is proving to be magical for mushrooms.
  
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• Edmonton 'one armed wonder' running in the Parapan American Games - CityNews

  10-08-2019 02:23 via toronto.citynews.ca
  Edmonton 'one armed wonder' running in the Parapan American Games  CityNewsAn Edmonton amputee is making her debut at Parapan Am Games this month. Rachelle Elsiufi has her inspiring story. Aug 09, 2019, 8:23 PM. AddThis Sharing ...
  
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• Indigenous youth complete program with Alberta RCMP

  10-08-2019 02:14 via globalnews.ca
  A special celebration was held on Friday for a group of Indigenous youth who have completed a program with the Alberta RCMP. Julia Wong explains.
  
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• New Calgary beer created to honour LGBTQ rights movement

  10-08-2019 01:49 via globalnews.ca
  Tool Shed Brewing Co. worked with other Canadian brewers to create the Protest Pale Ale. A beer made to remember the LGBTQ rights movement.
  
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• Minute at the Movies: Aug. 9

  10-08-2019 01:22 via globalnews.ca
  In the latest edition of Minute at the Movies, Todd James reviews “The Kitchen” and “David Crosby: Remember My Name.”
  
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• Edmonton police to search rural properties in relation to missing woman

  10-08-2019 01:20 via globalnews.ca
  According to police, Patricia Wendy Pangracs hasn't been heard from since July 8.
  
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• Banning conversion therapy in Edmonton would be a symbolic move, says city report - Toronto Star

  10-08-2019 01:15 via thestar.com
  Banning conversion therapy in Edmonton would be a symbolic move, says city report  Toronto StarCity administration says council could pass bylaws prohibiting the practice as a business activity but notes such operations are usually underground.
  
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• Edmonton man wins ultramarathon after nearly 13 hours of running - Global News

  10-08-2019 01:13 via globalnews.ca
  Edmonton man wins ultramarathon after nearly 13 hours of running  Global NewsSoggy terrain and a black bear encounter couldn't stop an Edmonton man from snagging first place in the Canadian Death Race.
  
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• Edmonton man wins ultramarathon after nearly 13 hours of running

  10-08-2019 01:13 via globalnews.ca
  Soggy terrain and a black bear encounter couldn't stop an Edmonton man from snagging first place in the Canadian Death Race.
  
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• Prolific puffball: massive mushroom found near Edmonton thanks to wet weather

  10-08-2019 01:12 via globalnews.ca
  The rain may be putting a damper on the summer plans for many Albertans, but it is proving magical for mushrooms - including near Devon, where a massive puffball has been discovered.
  
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• Edmonton Dragon Boat racers make Team Canada, head to World Championships - Edmonton Journal

  10-08-2019 01:12 via edmontonjournal.com
  Edmonton Dragon Boat racers make Team Canada, head to World Championships  Edmonton JournalA record number of Edmonton dragon boat racers have made Team Canada and will now head to this year's world championships.Fourteen members of the ...
  
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• Energy Efficiency Alberta gets national accolades for $850M in growth

  10-08-2019 01:10 via cbc.ca
  The province of Alberta gets a thumbs up from a national agency for its success in avoiding greenhouse gas emissions. 
  
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• Liberals launch next phase of engagement with Indigenous groups over Trans Mountain pipeline

  10-08-2019 01:06 via cbc.ca
  The federal government has launched a new phase of engagement with Indigenous groups on the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project.
  
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• Construction crane tips over in Edmonton’s Windermere neighbourhood

  10-08-2019 01:05 via globalnews.ca
  A construction crane tipped over in Edmonton’s Windermere neighbourhood on Friday morning.
  
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• Rain delays opening of new Bonnie Doon four-way slightly - Edmonton Journal

  10-08-2019 00:45 via edmontonjournal.com
  Rain delays opening of new Bonnie Doon four-way slightly  Edmonton JournalDespite some weather delays, Edmonton motorists were able to make it through Bonnie Doon's newest four-way intersection Friday morning.The change from a ...
  
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• Cochrane RCMP looking for attempted murder suspect

  10-08-2019 00:37 via globalnews.ca
  Cochrane RCMP are looking for 21-year-old Malik Holloway in connection to an attempted murder on August 4.
  
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