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• Coronavirus: Creative ways Edmonton businesses are adapting amid COVID-19 - Global News

  24-03-2020 23:54 via globalnews.ca
  
  Coronavirus: Creative ways Edmonton businesses are adapting amid COVID-19  Global News
  
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• Coronavirus: Creative ways Edmonton businesses are adapting amid COVID-19

  24-03-2020 23:52 via globalnews.ca
  
  Here's a list of how Edmonton businesses and groups are adapting, operating creatively and showing the community some love.
  
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• Hinshaw cautions Albertans about home tests for COVID-19

  24-03-2020 23:44 via globalnews.ca
  
  Dr. Deena Hinshaw is warning Albertans to be very carefull when it comes to products claiming to test for COVID-19 at home.
  
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• Shift in COVID-19 testing protocols could lead to better understanding of situation in Alberta

  24-03-2020 23:43 via globalnews.ca
  
  Dr. Deena Hinshaw explains why a shift in testing for COVID-19 in Alberta could provide a better understanding of the situation in the province.
  
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• JR Shaw, founder of Shaw Communications, dies - Edmonton Sun

  24-03-2020 23:42 via edmontonsun.com
  
  JR Shaw, founder of Shaw Communications, dies  Edmonton Sun
  
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• Hinshaw reminds Albertans that models are just guesses when it comes to COVID-19

  24-03-2020 23:42 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta’s top doctor responds to model numbers out of Saskatchewan that show there could be a high number of deaths from COVID-19.
  
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• Alberta constantly assessing testing supplies for COVID-19: Hinshaw

  24-03-2020 23:42 via globalnews.ca
  
  Dr. Deena Hinshaw explains what the province is doing to plan ahead when it comes to supplies for testing for COVID-19.
  
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• Dr. Hinshaw explains process for Alberta care centres during outbreak

  24-03-2020 23:40 via globalnews.ca
  
  Dr. Deena Hinshaw explains the process that happens when an outbreak is declared in an Alberta continuing care centre.
  
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• Devon declares local state of emergency due to COVID-19 pandemic - Global News

  24-03-2020 23:24 via globalnews.ca
  
  Devon declares local state of emergency due to COVID-19 pandemic  Global News
  
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• Devon declares local state of emergency due to COVID-19 pandemic

  24-03-2020 23:22 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Town of Devon has declared a local state of emergency due to COVID-19, which has shut down the town office and other facilities as of Tuesday.
  
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• 1 dead, 3 positive for COVID-19 and others show symptoms in outbreak at Calgary care home

  24-03-2020 23:21 via cbc.ca
  
  An elderly woman is dead, and two residents and a staff member have tested positive for COVID-19 at a southeast Calgary care home. 
  
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• UCP denies University of Alberta request for budget flexibility, planned layoffs will go forward despite COVID-19 crisis

  24-03-2020 23:18 via globalnews.ca
  
  University of Alberta president David Turpin said mass layoffs will occur at the institution, despite attempts to work with the government to "reach an agreement."
  
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• Edmonton child sexual assault suspect may have connections to Vernon, Kelowna - iNFOnews

  24-03-2020 23:18 via infotel.ca
  
  Edmonton child sexual assault suspect may have connections to Vernon, Kelowna  iNFOnews
  
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• Edmonton Oilers "in contract discussions" with defence prospects Filip Berglund, Markus Niemelainen -- Howson - Edmonton Journal

  24-03-2020 23:13 via edmontonjournal.com
  Edmonton Oilers "in contract discussions" with defence prospects Filip Berglund, Markus Niemelainen -- Howson  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Police seek identity of driver fleeing area of suspicious fire - Edmonton Journal

  24-03-2020 23:01 via edmontonjournal.com
  Police seek identity of driver fleeing area of suspicious fire  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Alberta announces second death from COVID-19

  24-03-2020 23:01 via globalnews.ca
  
  Dr. Deena Hinshaw announces the second death from COVID-19 in the province of Alberta, a woman in her 80s who was a resident of a Calgary continuing care facility. ​
  
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• Two new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Peterborough area

  24-03-2020 22:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  Peterborough Public Health on Tuesday reported both new cases had been travelling – one was within Canada. As more cases of COVID-19 are confirmed, Peterborough city officials have decided to re-open the Peterborough Sports and Wellness Centre to house the homeless.
  
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• COVID-19: Restaurant take-out on the fly - Edmonton Journal

  24-03-2020 22:53 via edmontonjournal.com
  COVID-19: Restaurant take-out on the fly  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Coronavirus: New texting initiative gives Albertans mental health support

  24-03-2020 22:42 via globalnews.ca
  
  Subscribers will receive daily supportive mental health text messages over three months.
  
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• Edmonton playgrounds to close immediately in response to coronavirus pandemic - CBC.ca

  24-03-2020 22:41 via cbc.ca
  
  Edmonton playgrounds to close immediately in response to coronavirus pandemic  CBC.ca
  
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• Playgrounds closed, service counters closed: the latest Edmonton developments amid COVID-19 - Global News

  24-03-2020 22:37 via globalnews.ca
  
  Playgrounds closed, service counters closed: the latest Edmonton developments amid COVID-19  Global NewsEdmonton playgrounds to close immediately in response to coronavirus pandemic  CBC.caCOVID-19: Edmonton playgrounds close as people warned to keep their distance on river valley trails and stairs  Edmonton JournalEdmonton Mayor Don Iveson self isolating with "mild symptoms" | News  Daily HiveView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Man charged after young girl abducted, sexually assaulted - Edmonton Journal

  24-03-2020 22:29 via edmontonjournal.com
  Man charged after young girl abducted, sexually assaulted  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Canadian environmental groups, unions, churches ask that potential oil bailout be for families, not companies

  24-03-2020 22:26 via globalnews.ca
  
  Some Canadian organizations are asking the federal government to focus any bailout of the oil industry on workers and families, not corporations.
  
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• City of Edmonton stresses need for social distancing out in public

  24-03-2020 21:40 via globalnews.ca
  
  City of Edmonton interim city manager Adam Laughlin reiterates the need for social distancing after a busy weekend at the Royal Glenora stairs and whether the city is considering an enforcement order.
  
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• ‘You are helping us all get through this’: City thanks residents for messages of hope

  24-03-2020 21:35 via globalnews.ca
  
  City of Edmonton interim city manager Adam Laughlin becomes emotional while thanking residents for doing what they can to raise the community’s spirits, including messages of hope.
  
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• Edmonton closing playgrounds, sledding hills; limits picnic sites and won’t open spray parks

  24-03-2020 21:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  City of Edmonton interim city manager Adam Laughlin said playgrounds and sledding hills are being closed, cross country ski trails will not be maintained, and spray parks will not open as scheduled later this year. Picnic site capacity will also be reduced by the removal of tables, he said, however trails and parks will remain...
  
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• ‘It’s a fake. Ignore the letter’: Edmonton interim manager addresses fake memo

  24-03-2020 21:25 via globalnews.ca
  
  City of Edmonton interim city manager Adam Laughlin addressed a fake letter circulating online, stressing the city is not tracking the movement of citizens as the letter falsely states.
  
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• Edmonton Transit Service 747 suspended for travellers, remains for airport workers

  24-03-2020 21:20 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Edmonton Transit Service 747 route to the airport is being suspended Wednesday morning for travellers, City of Edmonton interim city manager Adam Laughlin announced, but will remain in place for airport workers.
  
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• Letter threatening fines for driving during pandemic 'a fake': City of Edmonton - CTV News

  24-03-2020 21:19 via edmonton.ctvnews.ca
  
  Letter threatening fines for driving during pandemic 'a fake': City of Edmonton  CTV News
  
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• City of Edmonton reduces in-person services

  24-03-2020 21:15 via globalnews.ca
  
  City of Edmonton interim city manager Adam Laughlin talks closures of various in-person service centres, including the Edmonton Service Centre, City Hall Service Counter, Landlord and Tenant Advisory Board Front Counter and the Reuse Centre and Ambleside EcoStation.
  
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• Coronavirus: Chief medical officer of health to offer update on Alberta situation

  24-03-2020 21:11 via globalnews.ca
  
  Several changes to Alberta's COVID-19 testing protocols were also announced Monday.
  
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• Calgary woman injured in Thailand struggling to get home during COVID-19 pandemic

  24-03-2020 20:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  A Calgary woman injured in a Thailand motorcycle crash is facing an uncertain future as COVID-19 has delayed her return to Canada.
  
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• Avalanche Canada shuts down forecasting service due to COVID-19 outbreak 

  24-03-2020 20:52 via globalnews.ca
  
  Avalanche Canada said a lack of data due to the COVID-19 outbreak has prompted the warning service to shut down early for the season.
  
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• If you're confused about Alberta's new self-isolation rules, we've got you covered

  24-03-2020 20:46 via cbc.ca
  
  Alberta Health Services has some new rules when it comes to self-isolation, and it's left some scratching their heads, but it need not be confusing.  
  
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• Here's what you need to know about Alberta's new self-isolation rules

  24-03-2020 20:46 via cbc.ca
  
  Alberta Health Services has some new rules when it comes to self-isolation, and it's left some scratching their heads, but it need not be confusing.  
  
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• As COVID-19 cases top 300, public health officials closely watch for community transmissions

  24-03-2020 20:30 via cbc.ca
  
  The number of COVID-19 cases in the province topped 300 on Monday, and public health officials announced changes to testing protocols to better track the spread of the coronavirus.
  
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• Alberta records second COVID-19 death as infections continue to climb with 57 new cases

  24-03-2020 20:30 via cbc.ca
  
  Alberta reported 57 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, the largest single-day number recorded so far since the pandemic began.
  
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• Alberta confirms 57 new cases of COVID-19, largest number for single day

  24-03-2020 20:30 via cbc.ca
  
  Alberta reported 57 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, the largest single-day number recorded so far since the pandemic began.
  
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• University groups call on U of A to maintain pay for laid off workers during pandemic

  24-03-2020 20:27 via cbc.ca
  
  As the University of Alberta braces for layoffs, campus administration is facing calls to maintain the pay and benefits of workers who will lose their jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  
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• WestJet announces layoffs for nearly 50% of staff due to COVID-19, Air Canada reduces pilots

  24-03-2020 20:21 via globalnews.ca
  
  WestJet Airlines Ltd. says roughly half of its 14,000 employees will leave the company — some temporarily — due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
  
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• Edmonton police looking for Grand Am that may be connected to January apartment fire

  24-03-2020 20:15 via cbc.ca
  
  Edmonton police are looking for occupants of a white car that was seen driving around a Whyte Avenue-area parking lot prior to a January apartment block fire.
  
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• Coronavirus: Officials to update Edmonton response to COVID-19 Tuesday afternoon

  24-03-2020 20:12 via globalnews.ca
  
  The interim city manager will provide an update on Edmonton's response to COVID-19 at 2:15 p.m.
  
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• Edmonton playgrounds to close immediately in response to coronavirus pandemic

  24-03-2020 19:58 via cbc.ca
  
  The City of Edmonton announced it will close outdoor playgrounds effective immediately as part of its latest response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
  
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• City of Edmonton to provide latest COVID-19 update on Tuesday

  24-03-2020 19:58 via cbc.ca
  
  Interim city manager Adam Laughlin will give the latest update on the City of Edmonton's response to COVID-19 on Tuesday afternoon.
  
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• WestJet laying off 6,900 workers amid worsening COVID-19 crisis

  24-03-2020 19:55 via cbc.ca
  
  WestJet says 6,900 of its workers are being laid off amid a dramatic downturn in business because of COVID-19.
  
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• Edmonton police ask public for help identifying person in arson investigation - Global News

  24-03-2020 19:41 via globalnews.ca
  
  Edmonton police ask public for help identifying person in arson investigation  Global News
  
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• Edmonton police ask public for help identifying person in arson investigation

  24-03-2020 19:34 via globalnews.ca
  
  Police are urging residents to take a look at newly released surveillance video from the night of a costly fire at an Old Strathcona apartment building.
  
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• Hungry for entertainment? Check out food films for social distancing - Edmonton Journal

  24-03-2020 19:31 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  Hungry for entertainment? Check out food films for social distancing  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Maskwacis declares state of emergency amid COVID-19 pandemic

  24-03-2020 19:27 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Maskwacis Cree Tribal Council has declared a state of emergency amid the growing COVID-19 pandemic.
  
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• Calgary photographer brings ‘porch portraits’ to residents in self isolation

  24-03-2020 19:03 via globalnews.ca
  
  A Calgary photographer is adhering to social distancing regulations while also brings portraits to people's doors amid COVID-19 outbreak.
  
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