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• Calgary drag artist spat on while filming on Stephen Avenue

  03-08-2020 23:40 via globalnews.ca
  
  A Calgary drag artist has shared disturbing footage of a man spitting on them during a video shoot on Stephen Avenue on Saturday.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers making goaltender switch for Game 2, going to Mikko Koskinen

  03-08-2020 23:33 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Edmonton Oilers are turning to a new starting goalie for Game 2 of their qualifying-round series against the Chicago Blackhawks tonight.
  
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• Pincher Creek doctor calls out AHS, Alberta health minister for misinformation, lack of support

  03-08-2020 23:29 via globalnews.ca
  
  A dispute between a group of doctors in Pincher Creek, Alta., and the provincial government has led to one physician to post a public response alleging misinformation is being spread by officials.
  
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• Alberta’s free COVID-19 mask program comes to an end

  03-08-2020 23:23 via globalnews.ca
  
  The provincial non-medical mask distribution program has come to an end, Alberta's government said Monday. 
  
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• Alberta resident warns about unsolicited seeds arriving in mail

  03-08-2020 23:13 via globalnews.ca
  
  After receiving a package of unsolicited seeds, a Westlock, Alta., woman is warning others to be aware of the unwelcome delivery.
  
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• Edmonton-based Stantec leading global research project to digitally transform water utility companies - Edmonton Journal

  03-08-2020 20:52
  
  Edmonton-based Stantec leading global research project to digitally transform water utility companies  Edmonton Journal
  
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• New study detects thousands of earthquakes in B.C. Peace region, most linked to fracking

  03-08-2020 19:00 via cbc.ca
  
  B.C.’s Peace region is experiencing roughly 1,500 small earthquakes a year and most of them are connected to fracking operations, says a new study.
  
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• COVID-19 conspiracy theories creating a 'public health crisis' in Canada, experts say

  03-08-2020 17:57 via cbc.ca
  
  Researchers say conspiracy theories about COVID-19 are spreading at an alarming rate across the country — and they warn misinformation shared online may lead to devastating consequences and push Canadians to shun important safety measures.
  
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• COVID-19 conspiracies creating a 'public health crisis' in Canada, experts say

  03-08-2020 17:57 via cbc.ca
  
  Researchers say conspiracy theories about COVID-19 are spreading at an alarming rate across the country — and they warn misinformation shared online may lead to devastating consequences and push Canadians to shun important safety measures.
  
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• Edmonton weather: 'T' is for Thunderstorms - Edmonton Journal

  03-08-2020 17:10
  
  Edmonton weather: 'T' is for Thunderstorms  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Edmonton police officer docked 30 hours pay for 2016 arrest that left man with collapsed lung - CBC.ca

  03-08-2020 16:02
  
  Edmonton police officer docked 30 hours pay for 2016 arrest that left man with collapsed lung  CBC.ca
  
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• Edmonton police officer docked 30 hours pay for 2016 arrest that left man with collapsed lung

  03-08-2020 16:02 via cbc.ca
  
  Edmonton police constable Ghulom Sakhi admitted he used unlawful, excessive force during the arrest of a man in July 2016. The officer was docked 30 hours pay for kicking and punching the man who allegedly stole a bicycle.
  
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• Should you travel on an airplane? Here's what one infectious diseases doctor has to say

  03-08-2020 15:03 via cbc.ca
  
  Dr. Lynora Saxinger said evidence of airplane-based outbreaks has been “surprisingly light” but that isn’t a good enough reason for people to book a flight.
  
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• Masks provide COVID-19 protection but can surface old traumas for sexual assault survivors

  03-08-2020 13:30 via cbc.ca
  
  Masks are supposed to decrease the spread of COVID-19, but for some survivors of sexual assault, the mandatory mask rules rolling out across Canada are making them feel decidedly less safe.
  
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• Rick Zamperin: 2020 has been a bad year for CFL commissioner Randy Ambrosie

  03-08-2020 12:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  Commissioner Randy Ambrosie has fumbled the ball on more than one occasion as he tries to salvage a 2020 CFL season, says Rick Zamperin.
  
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• Global Edmonton supports: Alberta Open Farm Days

  03-08-2020 11:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Open Farm Days is about farmers and ranchers inviting their urban and rural neighbors to stop in for a visit to share stories, see demonstrations, and learn more about the farmers who grow their food.
  
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• Dive team searching for Alberta man missing in Okanagan Lake

  03-08-2020 05:17 via globalnews.ca
  
  A dive team is continuing the search for an Alberta man in Okanagan Lake. The man is presumed to have drowned after he failed to resurface after cliff jumping near Rattlesnake Island on Saturday.
  
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• Man drowns in North Saskatchewan River west of Devon - Edmonton Journal

  03-08-2020 04:18
  
  Man drowns in North Saskatchewan River west of Devon  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Man drowns in North Saskatchewan River in Parkland County

  03-08-2020 03:53 via globalnews.ca
  
  A 53-year-old man drowned in the North Saskatchewan River in Parkland County, Alta., on Sunday, according to RCMP.
  
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• Body of 53-year-old found floating in North Saskatchewan River

  03-08-2020 03:45 via cbc.ca
  A 53-year-old man died after being found floating in North Saskatchewan River on Sunday, according to an RCMP release.
  
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• 53-year-old man drowns in North Saskatchewan River

  03-08-2020 03:45 via cbc.ca
  
  A 53-year-old man died after being found in the North Saskatchewan River on Sunday, according to an RCMP release.
  
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• Global News Hour at 6 Edmonton: August 2, 2020

  03-08-2020 03:18 via globalnews.ca
  
  A webcast of Global News Hour at 6 Edmonton on August 2, 2020 with Kim Smith.
  
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• Edmonton weather forecast: August 2, 2020

  03-08-2020 03:11 via globalnews.ca
  
  Suzy Burge’s August 2, 2020 weather forecast for Edmonton, Alberta and the surrounding area.
  
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• 'You can't beat a pub': Edmonton company renting inflatable pubs for backyards - CTV News Edmonton

  03-08-2020 03:04
  
  'You can't beat a pub': Edmonton company renting inflatable pubs for backyards  CTV News Edmonton
  
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• Lake water advisories leaves some Alberta campers steering clear of taking a swim

  03-08-2020 03:01 via globalnews.ca
  
  Some Alberta campers were disappointed this long weekend, after water advisories are kept them out of the lakes. This comes as a heat wave sweeps across the province. Chris Chacon reports.
  
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• Alberta parents call province’s back-to-school plan unsafe, push for changes

  03-08-2020 02:55 via globalnews.ca
  
  Some Alberta parents are criticizing the province's school reopen plan, calling it unsafe. Now they've started a group to take action.
  
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• Alberta parents call back-to-school plan unsafe, push for changes

  03-08-2020 01:56 via globalnews.ca
  
  We’re about a month away from kids in alberta heading back to school. Now a group of Alberta parents is criticizing the province’s back to school plan, calling it unsafe. Nicole Stillger has more on what they plan to do about it.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers hoping to rise up after taking big blow in game one

  03-08-2020 01:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  "We kind of just dipped our toe in the water and weren't full committed to how we need to play."
  
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• Crews respond to fire at Edmonton auto shop

  03-08-2020 01:18 via globalnews.ca
  
  The fire was contained to the building's exterior but created a massive plume of smoke due to the number of used tires in the area.
  
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• ‘I would just like my legs back’: Calgary police officer loses both legs after battle with influenza

  03-08-2020 01:08 via globalnews.ca
  
  A Calgary police officer is still recovering after fighting a strain of the flu this winter that ultimately resulted in his legs being amputated.
  
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• Local pharmacist donates masks to Edmonton churches - CTV News Edmonton

  03-08-2020 01:03
  
  Local pharmacist donates masks to Edmonton churches  CTV News Edmonton
  
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• Another COVID-19 death reported at Good Samaritan Southgate brings fatalities to 23

  03-08-2020 00:31 via globalnews.ca
  
  Over the weekend, the centre said the number of residents who have died due to COVID-19 has now reached 23 -- one additional death since they were last reported on Friday.
  
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• Willes' Musings: Rust makes for some exciting hockey inside the Edmonton bubble - TheChronicleHerald.ca

  03-08-2020 00:03
  
  Willes' Musings: Rust makes for some exciting hockey inside the Edmonton bubble  TheChronicleHerald.ca
  
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