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• Red Deer blood donor birthday party highlights need for holiday donations

  21-12-2019 23:40 via cbc.ca
  
  A central Alberta woman celebrated her 65th birthday with a blood donation party at the Red Deer Canadian Blood Services centre.
  
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• Man armed with gun, machete rides away on snowmobile after robbing Alberta bank: RCMP

  21-12-2019 23:24 via globalnews.ca
  
  A lone man wearing a mask and gloves went inside the branch with a long-barrelled firearm and a machete, according to police.
  
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• Alberta native creates robot to help people with dementia

  21-12-2019 22:43 via globalnews.ca
  
  A St. Albert, Alta., native has created a robot designed to help people living with dementia.
  
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• Edmonton police search drug house, charges pending

  21-12-2019 21:47 via globalnews.ca
  
  Edmonton police said charges are pending after officers executed a search warrant on a drug house.
  
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• Global Edmonton Morning Production Crew shows off dance moves

  21-12-2019 20:32 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Global Edmonton Morning News production crew was showing off their dance moves and Christmas spirit during Saturday’s cast.
  
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• RCMP search for 2 suspects after Walmart shooting kills man, 69

  21-12-2019 20:04 via cbc.ca
  
  Lauren Thorsteinson was parking her vehicle in the Red Deer, Alta., Walmart parking lot on Friday night when she saw a couple of police cars outside.
  
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• 2 suspects sought after Walmart shooting killed 69-year-old man

  21-12-2019 20:04 via cbc.ca
  
  Lauren Thorsteinson was parking her vehicle in the Red Deer, Alta., Walmart parking lot on Friday night when she saw a couple of police cars outside. She thought it was a shoplifter, until she saw one of the officers with a rifle.
  
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• Adopt A Pet: ‘Penguin’ and Kitten Litter

  21-12-2019 19:23 via globalnews.ca
  
  Terra MacLean from Second Chance Animal Rescue Society was in the Global Edmonton studio with Penguin the cat and a litter of kittens
  
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• University of Alberta DNA Study

  21-12-2019 19:21 via globalnews.ca
  
  A University of Alberta study suggests DNA contributes five to 10 per cent of diseases such as cancer, diabetes and Alzeihmers. Professor David Wishart provides details about the study’s results.
  
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• Christmas gift ideas from World Vision Catalogue

  21-12-2019 19:17 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alycia Stewart showcases a few gifts that you can purchase through the World Vision gift catalogue that can be meaningful and have a lasting impact.
  
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• Winter storm warnings still in effect for major routes in B.C.’s Southern Interior

  21-12-2019 18:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  Motorists are being advised to consider alternate travel plans until conditions improve.
  
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• Winter storm warnings dropped for several major routes in B.C.’s Southern Interior

  21-12-2019 18:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  Motorists are being advised to consider alternate travel plans until conditions improve.
  
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• ‘Intimidating:’ Alberta’s energy war room singles out climate campaigner

  21-12-2019 18:19 via globalnews.ca
  
  An environmental activist says his speeches to students around Canada has drawn the attention of Alberta's energy war room.
  
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• From podcasts to meetups, contemporary witches cast a spell on modern religion

  21-12-2019 16:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Far from the wart-nosed, broom-riding wretches, today's witches can be found in classrooms and cubicles, while interest in witchcraft has generated a growth industry of books, podcasts and social media forums dedicated to all things magical.
  
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• Kettle campaign volunteers: 'The army behind the Army'

  21-12-2019 15:00 via cbc.ca
  
  For the last 35 years, Marion and Ray Reid have volunteered for the Fort McMurray Salvation Army's Christmas Kettle Campaign, some weeks putting in so many hours ringing bells, it was essentially a full-time job. 
  
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• Why this Alberta couple puts up 120 Christmas trees in their home

  21-12-2019 12:00 via cbc.ca
  
  A couple in central Alberta have filled their home with Christmas joy, including mistletoe, Santa Claus figurines, holly, nutcrackers — and 120 artificial trees decorated with thousands of ornaments in themes from Star Wars to gay pride.
  
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• Elections Canada added 69 on-reserve polling stations in response to ballot shortages

  21-12-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The number of polling sites on First Nations reserves increased this year by more than 20 per cent over 2015, according to Elections Canada.
  
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• A giftless Christmas? How some families are cutting waste one present at a time

  21-12-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Holiday celebrations generate a lot of trash. In their quest to reduce waste, some Canadian families are cutting back on more than just wrapping paper and disposable dishware — they’re also cutting back on presents.
  
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• Man dead after shooting at Red Deer Walmart

  21-12-2019 07:06 via globalnews.ca
  
  The RCMP are investigating after a man was killed in a shooting at a Walmart in Red Deer, Alta. Chris Chacon has the latest.
  
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• Penguins ride Jarry to victory over Oilers

  21-12-2019 06:23 via cbc.ca
  
  Tristan Jarry made 26 saves and Jared McCann scored the eventual winner as the Pittsburgh Penguins emerged with a 5-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Friday night.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers lose again at Rogers Place

  21-12-2019 05:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Oilers have one win in their last eight home games.
  
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• Taber Clinic saving province millions with alternative funding model

  21-12-2019 05:44 via globalnews.ca
  
  Dr. Andrea Hargrove has been working at the Taber Clinic for eight years and said it's the most comprehensive clinic she has ever been a part of.
  
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• RCMP responding to shooting at Red Deer, Alta., Walmart

  21-12-2019 04:22 via cbc.ca
  
  RCMP are on scene after a shooting at a Red Deer, Alta., Walmart Friday night.
  
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• Man injured in shooting at Red Deer, Alta., Walmart

  21-12-2019 04:22 via cbc.ca
  
  A 69-year-old man was injured and sent to hospital after a shooting inside a Walmart in Red Deer, Alta., on Friday, according to the RCMP. 
  
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• Man dies after shooting at Red Deer, Alta., Walmart

  21-12-2019 04:22 via cbc.ca
  
  A 69-year-old man has died after a shooting inside a Walmart in Red Deer, Alta., on Friday, according to the RCMP. 
  
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• 69-year-old man dies after being shot inside Walmart in Red Deer, Alta.

  21-12-2019 04:22 via cbc.ca
  
  A 69-year-old man has died after a shooting inside a Walmart in Red Deer, Alta., on Friday, according to the RCMP. 
  
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• Person injured after incident at Red Deer Walmart: RCMP

  21-12-2019 04:08 via globalnews.ca
  
  The City of Red Deer tweeted Friday night that people should avoid the area near a Walmart in the south of the city because of an "incident."
  
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• People asked to avoid south Red Deer Wal-Mart because of police investigation

  21-12-2019 04:08 via globalnews.ca
  
  The City of Red Deer tweeted Friday night that people should avoid the area near a Wal-Mart in the south of the city because of an "incident."
  
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• Man dies after shooting at Red Deer Walmart: RCMP

  21-12-2019 04:08 via globalnews.ca
  
  A 69-year-old man has died following a shooting at a Walmart in Red Deer, Alta., RCMP said in a news release Friday night.
  
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• Catching up with triathlete Paula Findlay

  21-12-2019 03:40 via globalnews.ca
  
  John Sexsmith profiles triathlete Paula Findlay.
  
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• NCAA football star from Alberta hangs out with Edmonton Oilers

  21-12-2019 03:32 via globalnews.ca
  
  Sherwood Park’s Chuba Hubbard, who has been having a phenomenal season in NCAA football, got to hang out with the Edmonton Oilers on Friday.
  
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• Oilers prepare to play the Penguins

  21-12-2019 03:26 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Edmonton Oilers are preparing to host the Pittsburgh Penguins at Rogers Place on Friday night. Kevin Karius has a preview.
  
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• Bob Layton’s editorial: Dec. 20

  21-12-2019 03:23 via globalnews.ca
  
  In his latest editorial, Bob Layton talks about the ongoing dispute between the federal government and Alberta’s provincial government over the carbon tax.
  
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• Facing financial trouble, Habitat for Humanity changes mortgage rules and gets sued by families

  21-12-2019 02:49 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Edmonton chapter of Habitat for Humanity is $27 million in debt and its CEO says it needs to overhaul its mortgage plans now to stay afloat.
  
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• ‘Hey Mylo’ robot designed to help seniors retain independence

  21-12-2019 02:37 via globalnews.ca
  
  A robot from Ireland spent the day rolling around West Edmonton Mall. It’s more than just a cool piece of technology; a St. Albert woman came up with the idea for a special purpose. Sarah Komadina has the story.
  
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• Changes coming to how economic development is handled in Edmonton

  21-12-2019 02:32 via globalnews.ca
  
  There’s the drive and ambition to create new tech opportunities in Edmonton but is bureaucracy hindering rather than helping entrepreneurs? The New Year will bring changes to how economic development is handled in the city. Vinesh Pratap explains.
  
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• Habitat for Humanity changes its mortgage model

  21-12-2019 02:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  Habitat for Humanity is in financial trouble and fears it could go under if it doesn’t take action. The non-profit has decided to change its mortgage model to recoup some money. But as Sarah Ryan reports, some families it has helped are now heading to court.
  
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• Man arrested in Edmonton and charged with killing 2 B.C. men

  21-12-2019 02:24 via cbc.ca
  
  Tyrel Hieu Nguyen Quesnelle, 21, is accused of killing Randeep Kang in 2017 and Jagvir Malhi in 2018, according to the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team.
  
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• AMA president ‘hopeful’ for ‘effective dialogue’ with Alberta health minister about controlling costs

  21-12-2019 02:17 via globalnews.ca
  
  A month after Alberta's UCP government tabled numerous proposals for controlling health-care costs in the province, the Alberta Medical Association has provided the health minister with a formal response.
  
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• Amber Alert cancelled, toddler located unharmed, man in custody

  21-12-2019 02:07 via globalnews.ca
  
  A 14-month-old boy is safe and his father in custody 14 hours after an Amber Alert was issued for an abduction near Hinton, Alta. Julia Wong has the latest.
  
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• Minute at the Movies: Dec. 20

  21-12-2019 01:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  In this week’s Minute at the Movies, Todd James reviews a movie 42 years in the making: ‘Star Wards: The Rise of Skywalker.”
  
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• Dec. 20 is busiest day at Edmonton International Airport

  21-12-2019 01:53 via globalnews.ca
  
  Friday, Dec. 20 is the busiest day of the year at Edmonton International Airport, with 20 per cent more travellers than a usual day. Emily Mertz has the details and tips on how to make your travel process smooth.
  
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• Boy ‘in safe space’ after Alberta Amber Alert cancelled

  21-12-2019 01:50 via globalnews.ca
  
  Cpl. Chris Murphy with the Alberta RCMP said a 14-month-old boy previously the subject of an Amber Alert is “in a safe space.”
  
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• MacEwan University hiking tuition after provincial budget cuts

  21-12-2019 00:49 via cbc.ca
  
  Most MacEwan University students will pay on average $457 more in tuition in the next academic year, says acting president John McGrath.
  
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• Edmonton police ID suspect who allegedly posed as maintenance worker to steal from seniors

  21-12-2019 00:47 via globalnews.ca
  
  Warrants have been issued for the arrest of Raed Ahmad El Harati, 38, of Edmonton.
  
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• RCMP search Brule area after 14-month-old boy abducted

  21-12-2019 00:01 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta RCMP closed roads and searched areas around Brule and Hinton after an Amber Alert was issued for a 14-month-old boy Friday morning.
  
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