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• Kenney responds to allegations against Health Minister Tyler Shandro

  27-03-2020 23:57 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney reacts to allegations that Health Minister Tyler Shandro approached neighbours over a social media post.
  
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• COVID-19: Amid cancellations, Edmonton Fringe Festival performers optimistic for August - Edmonton Journal

  27-03-2020 23:57 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  COVID-19: Amid cancellations, Edmonton Fringe Festival performers optimistic for August  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Butterdome to become COVID-19 secondary treatment facility to keep patients out of ERs

  27-03-2020 23:54 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Butterdome is becoming a referrals-only a COVID-19 treatment facility with the aim of keeping mildly ill people out of emergency departments in the Edmonton area.
  
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• Red Arrow closes shop in Alberta, lays off most staff citing coronavirus effects

  27-03-2020 23:51 via globalnews.ca
  
  Red Arrow Motorcoach said it's suspending all of its bus routes in Alberta on March 30 and will lay off most staff.
  
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• Fort Saskatchewan couple creates online trivia game during COVID-19 pandemic

  27-03-2020 23:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  Most of us are spending a lot more time video-chatting with friends and family, but you could also sign up for a game of trivia together.
  
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• Alberta announces 56 new cases of COVID-19 in the province

  27-03-2020 23:38 via globalnews.ca
  
  Dr. Deena Hinshaw announces that Alberta has 56 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday.
  
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• Kenney announces protections for renters amid COVID-19 response

  27-03-2020 23:06 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announces new protections for renters amid to COVID-19 pandemic.
  
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• Alberta announces closure of provincial parks to vehicle traffic

  27-03-2020 23:06 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Environment and Parks Minister Jason Nixon announces the province has closed access to vehicles to Alberta provincial parks amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
  
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• Young Alberta Couple Has Adorable Living Room Wedding With An A&W Feast - Narcity

  27-03-2020 22:55 via narcity.com
  
  Young Alberta Couple Has Adorable Living Room Wedding With An A&W Feast  Narcity
  
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• Alberta MLAs to be called back to legislature Tuesday to debate COVID-19 legislation

  27-03-2020 22:54 via globalnews.ca
  
  Government House Leader Jason Nixon will call Alberta MLAs back to the legislature next week to debate legislation related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the government announced in a news release issued Friday.
  
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• Alberta premier announces extreme new measures to stop the spread of COVID-19

  27-03-2020 22:52 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announces the closure of provincial parks and non-essential businesses in the province.
  
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• How an Edmonton curling tournament became a hotspot for the COVID-19 outbreak in Canada - National Post

  27-03-2020 22:48 via nationalpost.com
  
  How an Edmonton curling tournament became a hotspot for the COVID-19 outbreak in Canada  National Post
  
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• Big plans coming to life in Arbours of Keswick - Edmonton Journal

  27-03-2020 22:37 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  Big plans coming to life in Arbours of Keswick  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Alberta premier Jason Kenney denies call for health minister's resignation over bullying allegations

  27-03-2020 22:22 via cbc.ca
  
  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney brushed aside a call Friday from the NDP Opposition Leader for him to fire Health Minister Tyler Shandro over allegations he berated a Calgary doctor at his home and belittled citizens in emails.
  
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• Alberta NDP call for resignation of Alberta Health Minister Tyler Shandro over bullying allegations

  27-03-2020 22:22 via cbc.ca
  
  Alberta Opposition Leader Rachel Notley is calling for the resignation of Health Minister Tyler Shandro following revelations by CBC News that Shandro berated a Calgary doctor at his home and belittled citizens in emails.
  
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• Can a malaria drug combat coronavirus? Researchers want to find out

  27-03-2020 21:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  People who live with others who have tested positive, as well as healthcare workers who were exposed to COVID-19 patients, can participate in the clinical trial.
  
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• Even with Oilers locked into playoffs, McDavid says he'd prefer full regular season

  27-03-2020 20:50 via cbc.ca
  
  Connor McDavid is at odds with Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin. Unlike his contemporaries, Edmonton's captain thinks going right into the playoffs if the league gets the all-clear to resume would be a mistake.
  
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• Coronavirus: Edmonton police see ‘hate-related graffiti’ directed at Asian community - Global News

  27-03-2020 20:45 via globalnews.ca
  
  Coronavirus: Edmonton police see ‘hate-related graffiti’ directed at Asian community  Global News
  
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• Connor McDavid says ‘a full season’s a fair season’ amid COVID-19 pandemic

  27-03-2020 20:45 via globalnews.ca
  
  Speaking on a video conference call Friday, McDavid said "a full season's a fair season" when asked how he'd like to see things play out.
  
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• Health-care workers to get N95 masks when dealing with COVID-19

  27-03-2020 20:40 via cbc.ca
  
  Nurses and other Alberta health-care workers coming within two metres of a suspected, presumed or confirmed COVID-19 patient will now have access to N95 respirators, according to an agreement between Alberta Health Services and unions for frontline workers.
  
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• Health-care workers, AHS clarify protective equipment needed for COVID-19

  27-03-2020 20:40 via cbc.ca
  
  The joint statement expresses confidence in frontline workers' ability to assess what protective equipment is needed, a week after 30 Edmonton nurses refused to swab for COVID-19.
  
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• Health-care workers, AHS agree on standards of protective equipment needed for COVID-19

  27-03-2020 20:40 via cbc.ca
  
  A joint statement expresses confidence in frontline workers' ability to assess what protective equipment is needed, a week after 30 Edmonton nurses refused to swab for COVID-19.
  
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• Coronavirus: Edmonton police see ‘hate-related graffiti’ directed at Asian community

  27-03-2020 20:39 via globalnews.ca
  
  "There is zero tolerance for hate-related behaviour in our community, regardless if we're in the middle of a pandemic or not."
  
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• Public gatherings in Alberta limited to 15 people, non-essential businesses closed

  27-03-2020 20:30 via cbc.ca
  
  Public gatherings in Alberta will now be restricted to 15 people or fewer and a wide range of non-essential businesses — from clothing stores to hair salons — will be forced to close as the province tries to slow the spread of coronavirus.
  
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• COVID-19 cases rise to 542, province restricts all gatherings to 15 people

  27-03-2020 20:30 via cbc.ca
  
  Alberta reported 56 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total number of illnesses in the province to 542.
  
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• Albertans await latest COVID-19 update, prepare for another weekend of social isolation

  27-03-2020 20:30 via cbc.ca
  
  Dr. Deena Hinshaw, the province's chief medical officer of health, will give her latest COVID-19 update at a news conference Friday in Edmonton.
  
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• Connor McDavid staying put in Edmonton during pandemic

  27-03-2020 20:03 via cbc.ca
  
  Oilers captain Connor McDavid says he elected to stay put in Edmonton rather than risk travelling home to suburban Toronto.
  
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• Alberta health officials to provide update on COVID-19 cases, response Friday afternoon

  27-03-2020 19:52 via globalnews.ca
  
  At 3:30 p.m. Friday, chief medical officer of health, Dr. Deena Hinshaw, will be providing an update on the COVID-19 situation in Alberta.
  
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• Alberta closes all non-essential business as 542 COVID-19 cases confirmed

  27-03-2020 19:52 via globalnews.ca
  
  The provincial government announced some big changes Friday as the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases rose to 542 in Alberta.
  
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• From financial worries to inviting strangers into your home, COVID-19 has put a chill on real estate

  27-03-2020 19:48 via cbc.ca
  
  “This is unlike any spring that I’ve ever seen in my entire career. The buyers and sellers are definitely concerned about the environment they’re showing their homes in right now. And they’re worried about each other’s safety.”
  
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• Alberta restricts access to courthouses to reduce spread of COVID-19

  27-03-2020 19:43 via globalnews.ca
  
  Effective March 30, Alberta Courts are tightening restrictions around who can and cannot enter courthouses due to the novel coronavirus health crisis.
  
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• Oil price crash to hit thermal oilsands production in Western Canada: Analyst

  27-03-2020 19:14 via globalnews.ca
  
  An oil and gas analyst says record low prices for oilsands crude could lead to up to 20 per cent of Canada's thermal bitumen production being shut down over the next few months.
  
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• Oil price crash expected to hit thermal oilsands production in Western Canada

  27-03-2020 19:14 via globalnews.ca
  
  An oil and gas analyst says record low prices for oilsands crude could lead to up to 20 per cent of Canada's thermal bitumen production being shut down over the next few months.
  
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• Edmonton world triathlon event in question as COVID-19 fears spread - CTV News

  27-03-2020 19:11 via edmonton.ctvnews.ca
  
  Edmonton world triathlon event in question as COVID-19 fears spread  CTV News
  
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• Scaffolding collapses at southwest Edmonton construction site - Global News

  27-03-2020 18:12 via globalnews.ca
  
  Scaffolding collapses at southwest Edmonton construction site  Global News
  
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• Scaffolding collapses at southwest Edmonton construction site

  27-03-2020 18:07 via globalnews.ca
  
  Occupational Health and Safety is now part of an investigation after scaffolding collapsed at a construction site in southwest Edmonton Thursday.
  
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• 36 Albertans have died of the flu this season, surpassing last year’s total

  27-03-2020 17:47 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Health Services has released its weekly influenza data, which shows that 36 Albertans have died of the flu this season.
  
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• 36 Albertans have died of the flu this season

  27-03-2020 17:47 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Health Services has released its weekly influenza data, which shows that 36 Albertans have died of the flu this season.
  
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• Fire breaks out at abandoned home in central Edmonton - Global News

  27-03-2020 17:31 via globalnews.ca
  
  Fire breaks out at abandoned home in central Edmonton  Global News
  
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• Fire breaks out at abandoned home in central Edmonton

  27-03-2020 17:28 via globalnews.ca
  
  About three dozen firefighters were called to battle a blaze at an abandoned house in the Strathcona neighbourhood Friday morning.
  
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• We're in this together: Show us how you're staying positive

  27-03-2020 16:55 via cbc.ca
  
  This is a perfect opportunity to get to know one another and share how we're all navigating this unfamiliar time together.
  
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• Government boosts wage subsidy to 75% for small, medium businesses to avoid layoffs during COVID-19 crisis

  27-03-2020 16:40 via cbc.ca
  
  Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced more help for small and medium-sized businesses to keep employees on the payroll during the COVID-19 crisis, including a 75 per cent wage subsidy and guaranteed interest-free loans.
  
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• Edmonton councillor fumes at COVID-19 Valley Line LRT delay - Global News

  27-03-2020 16:27 via globalnews.ca
  
  Edmonton councillor fumes at COVID-19 Valley Line LRT delay  Global News
  
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• What you need to know about COVID-19 in Alberta on Friday, March 27

  27-03-2020 16:25 via cbc.ca
  
  Cases continue to rise in Alberta, including more confirmed infections at a southeast Calgary care facility, and with warm weather arriving, measures are being taken to try to keep people apart.
  
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• Edmonton councillor fumes at COVID-19 Valley Line LRT delay

  27-03-2020 16:25 via globalnews.ca
  
  The City of Edmonton has confirmed "work is taking place at a reduced rate" by Bombardier on rail cars for the Valley Line LRT, prompting Coun. Mike Nickel to wonder how long the project will be further delayed.
  
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• 3 Edmonton businesses explain why they're hiring during a pandemic - CBC.ca

  27-03-2020 16:00 via cbc.ca
  
  3 Edmonton businesses explain why they're hiring during a pandemic  CBC.ca
  
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• 3 Edmonton businesses explain why they're hiring during a pandemic

  27-03-2020 16:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Postings for grocery store workers, cooks, truck drivers and health-care aides populate Edmonton job boards, but hiring managers say applicants will have to contend with virtual interviews and tight competition for temporary jobs. 
  
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• The Loop: Embracing the new normal

  27-03-2020 15:30 via cbc.ca
  
  We’re all adapting to ‘the new normal’ — even if we’re still figuring out what that is. Take a listen to episode three of CBC Edmonton's new podcast, The Loop.
  
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• COVID-19 pandemic forces Boston Pizza International to lay off half of its corporate staff

  27-03-2020 14:52 via globalnews.ca
  
  Boston Pizza International Inc. is temporarily laying off approximately half of its 192 corporate staff across its three offices in Canada.
  
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• Edmonton weather: One more day of warm and then snow, snow, snow - Edmonton Journal

  27-03-2020 14:23 via edmontonjournal.com
  Edmonton weather: One more day of warm and then snow, snow, snow  Edmonton Journal
  
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