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• 10 Foods You Can Get For Under $10 In Edmonton Right Now - Narcity Canada

  01-10-2020 22:53 via narcity.com
  
  10 Foods You Can Get For Under $10 In Edmonton Right Now  Narcity Canada
  
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• PlayAlberta, regulated online gambling website, launched Thursday

  01-10-2020 22:51 via globalnews.ca
  
  AGLC anticipates PlayAlberta will generate $3.71 million in revenue annually. That money is directed into Alberta's general revenue fund.
  
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• Harvest hack stretches fall bounty beyond imagination with Kitchen by Brad

  01-10-2020 22:49 via globalnews.ca
  
  Kitchen by Brad’s chef Brad Smoliak demonstrates a secret for getting the very most out of fall vegetables. Don’t have time to cook? On Global News at Noon, Smoliak explains how a simple soup purchase from the Pandemic Farm Kitchen Soup Project will help a pair of favorite local charities.
  
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• Alberta unveils online gambling website, expects to raise $150M in five years

  01-10-2020 22:44 via cbc.ca
  
  Albertans are now able to gamble online on PlayAlberta.ca, a provincially regulated gaming site.
  
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• No injuries after fire in south Edmonton yard - CTV News Edmonton

  01-10-2020 22:27 via edmonton.ctvnews.ca
  
  No injuries after fire in south Edmonton yard  CTV News Edmonton
  
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• Opening of Tsuut'ina Trail marked by smiles and handshakes, but also pain

  01-10-2020 22:19 via cbc.ca
  
  A 12-kilometre stretch of the southwest ring road opens today, marking a major milestone in the massive infrastructure project that will eventually encircle much of Calgary, but the handshakes and smiles were interrupted by a man whose family lost their land. 
  
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• Opening of Tsuut'ina Trail marked by smiles and celebration, but also pain

  01-10-2020 22:19 via cbc.ca
  
  A 12-kilometre stretch of the southwest ring road opened today, marking a major milestone in the massive infrastructure project that will eventually encircle much of Calgary, but the celebration and smiles were interrupted by a man whose family lost their land. 
  
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• Alberta seniors call for better care and profits out of long-term care homes

  01-10-2020 21:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  Seniors advocates in Alberta say the COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the cracks in privately funded care homes.
  
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• Man sentenced to 2 years for drowning two cats, abusing a third

  01-10-2020 21:57 via cbc.ca
  
  James Ng was sentenced Thursday in Edmonton Court of Queen's Bench after admitting to killing two animals and willfully causing unnecessary pain, suffering or injury to another. 
  
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• Alberta’s Tanner Boser to face former UFC heavyweight champion Andrei Arlovski

  01-10-2020 21:50 via globalnews.ca
  
  Tanner (The Bulldozer) Boser, from Bonnyville, Alta., will face former UFC heavyweight champion Andrei (The Pit Bull) Arlovski on Nov. 7.
  
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• Alberta reports three more COVID-19 deaths, 173 new cases of illness

  01-10-2020 21:30 via cbc.ca
  
  Alberta reported three more COVID-19 deaths on Thursday and 173 new cases of the illness.
  
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• COVID outbreak at U of A's St. Joseph's College residence now contained

  01-10-2020 20:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The University of Alberta says five students living in residence at St. Jospeh's College have recovered from COVID-19, and no additional cases have been reported.
  
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• From the archives: O.J. Simpson verdict stops Edmonton

  01-10-2020 19:36 via cbc.ca
  
  On Oct. 3, 1995, Edmontonians around the city stopped and watched as O.J. Simpson was found not guilty of murdering his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend Ron Goldman.
  
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• Hinshaw provides update on school outbreaks as Alberta records 173 new cases of COVID-19

  01-10-2020 19:25 via globalnews.ca
  
  As of Thursday afternoon, Hinshaw said 133 schools have active alerts or outbreaks, which represents about five per cent of all schools in the province.
  
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• Dr. Deena Hinshaw to provide COVID-19 update Thursday afternoon

  01-10-2020 19:25 via globalnews.ca
  
  Dr. Deena Hinshaw is holding a news conference at 3:30 p.m. The update will be streamed live in this story post.
  
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• Technical issues delay some negative COVID-19 tests, AHS contacting those affected

  01-10-2020 18:49 via globalnews.ca
  
  Between Sept. 10 and Sept. 29, AHS said about 5,000 people didn't receive their negative COVID-19 test result.
  
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• Pilot project sees some paid parking at Edmonton’s Saville Centre - Global News

  01-10-2020 18:49 via globalnews.ca
  
  Pilot project sees some paid parking at Edmonton’s Saville Centre  Global News
  
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• Pilot project sees some paid parking at Edmonton’s Saville Centre

  01-10-2020 18:49 via globalnews.ca
  
  The University of Alberta has launched a pilot project that will see paid parking implemented for some stalls at the Saville Community and Sports Centre.
  
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• What you need to know about COVID-19 in Alberta on Thursday, Oct. 1

  01-10-2020 18:36 via cbc.ca
  
  Alberta's largest active COVID-19 outbreak, at the Foothills hospital in Calgary, continues to grow, with four deaths and 63 confirmed cases, while Alberta's death toll in the pandemic climbed by one on Wednesday to a total of 267.
  
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• Man wanted in downtown Edmonton shooting arrested: police - CTV News Edmonton

  01-10-2020 18:25 via edmonton.ctvnews.ca
  
  Man wanted in downtown Edmonton shooting arrested: police  CTV News Edmonton
  
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• RCMP seek $50,000 X-ray tool stolen from vehicle in Fort McMurray

  01-10-2020 18:21 via cbc.ca
  
  RCMP have requested the public's help in tracking down a handheld industrial X-ray device stolen from a vehicle in Fort McMurray in late August.
  
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• Thursday's letters: Alberta's options in Canada are limited - Edmonton Journal

  01-10-2020 17:01 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  Thursday's letters: Alberta's options in Canada are limited  Edmonton Journal
  
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• More than 160 Alberta doctors were considered 'high risk' to withdraw service, documents reveal

  01-10-2020 16:45 via cbc.ca
  
  At the height of both the COVID-19 pandemic and the provincial government's dispute with doctors, more than 200 physicians were weighing the future of their practices, with 163 deemed to be at "high risk" of altering the services they provide or leaving Alberta altogether, according to internal documents.
  
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• 'Small number of kooks;' Alberta premier condemns apparent racist rally in Edmonton - EverythingGP

  01-10-2020 16:37 via everythinggp.com
  
  'Small number of kooks;' Alberta premier condemns apparent racist rally in Edmonton  EverythingGP
  
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• Fort Edmonton Park launches campaign giving you the chance to ‘Light the Midway’

  01-10-2020 16:16 via globalnews.ca
  
  Something amazing is underway in Edmonton’s river valley. Fort Edmonton Park is undergoing a multi-million dollar renovation and it needs your help. Michael Lohner joined Mike Sobel to talk about how you can help “Light the Midway.”
  
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• More survivors of Columbia Icefield rollover file lawsuit against tour operator

  01-10-2020 16:07 via globalnews.ca
  
  More survivors of a deadly tour bus crash near Jasper are speaking out. In August, a class-action lawsuit was filed against the company that operates the bus, and as Sarah Komadina reports, more legal action is now being taken.
  
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• NAITSA gets creative in finding ways to help students virtually

  01-10-2020 16:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  Going back to school for university and college students is not the same this year. Most are learning online, which can be challenging – both mentally and physically. Jerilyn Kotelniski with the NAIT Students’ Association joins Global News Morning Edmonton to talk about what it is doing to help support students during the pandemic.
  
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• Curious about contact tracing? AHS manager breaks down the job that keeps getting tougher

  01-10-2020 16:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The number of contact tracers in Alberta has risen to about 1,000, with hundreds joining Alberta Health Services since mid-July.
  
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• Pig ear dog treats ‘likely’ linked to salmonella illnesses, 1 death in Canada

  01-10-2020 15:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  Some of the individuals who became sick reported feeding their dogs PawsUp! and Western Family brands of pig ear dog treats before getting salmonella.
  
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• South Edmonton Superstore employee tests positive for COVID-19 - CTV Edmonton

  01-10-2020 15:25 via edmonton.ctvnews.ca
  
  South Edmonton Superstore employee tests positive for COVID-19  CTV Edmonton
  
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• Edmonton weather: The air smells like leafy, earthy goodness - Edmonton Journal

  01-10-2020 15:23 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  Edmonton weather: The air smells like leafy, earthy goodness  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Edmonton weather for Thursday, October - CTV Edmonton

  01-10-2020 15:03 via edmonton.ctvnews.ca
  
  Edmonton weather for Thursday, October  CTV Edmonton
  
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• Nutrition report card gives Alberta a C grade — again

  01-10-2020 15:00 via cbc.ca
  
  For the fourth year in a row, Alberta has received a C grade on a report card that evaluates food environments and nutrition policies for young people.
  
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• TransAlta and Tidewater selling Pioneer Pipeline to Atco instead of TC Energy

  01-10-2020 14:49 via globalnews.ca
  
  Atco acquired the right to purchase the Pioneer Pipeline through an option agreement with TC Energy's Nova Gas Transmission Ltd.
  
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• Fort McMurray RCMP officer to take domestic violence counselling after alleged assault

  01-10-2020 14:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Domestic violence charges have been withdrawn against an RCMP officer who is being investigated by ASIRT for the violent arrest of a First Nation chief.
  
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• 20 million Canadians still don’t have full access to the COVID Alert app. Why?

  01-10-2020 12:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  Bureaucratic back and forth could be to blame for the slow rollout of Canada's COVID-19 alert app in some provinces and territories.
  
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• Addicted: How meth takes a toll on Edmonton's health system and devastates users - Edmonton Journal

  01-10-2020 11:07 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  Addicted: How meth takes a toll on Edmonton's health system and devastates users  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Bad news about Oscar Klefbom will have far-reaching effects on Edmonton Oilers' blueline - Edmonton Journal

  01-10-2020 10:18 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  Bad news about Oscar Klefbom will have far-reaching effects on Edmonton Oilers' blueline  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Virtual schools have faced a steep learning curve, but parents still want in as COVID-19 cases rise

  01-10-2020 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Amid a rise in COVID-19 cases, a growing number of families are looking to switch from in-class to virtual learning where it's offered. But with school boards still working out the kinks with online schools, a fresh wave of remote students is expected to spark yet another major reorganization of classes this fall. 'There's no right way to do this right now,' says parent on wait list for virtual school
  
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• Cold Lake motorcyclist dead after crash

  01-10-2020 06:28 via globalnews.ca
  
  A 35-year-old Cold Lake man was killed in a motorcycle crash on Tuesday, RCMP said.
  
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• Edmonton MMA fighters capitalize on packed UFC schedule - CTV News Edmonton

  01-10-2020 05:13 via edmonton.ctvnews.ca
  
  Edmonton MMA fighters capitalize on packed UFC schedule  CTV News Edmonton
  
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• 1 dead from salmonella outbreak in B.C., Alberta, Yukon linked to pig ear dog treats

  01-10-2020 04:45 via cbc.ca
  
  Health officials say one person has died and several others have become sick following a salmonella outbreak linked to pig ear dog treats.
  
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• Tampa Bay Lightning celebrate Stanley Cup win with stadium event, boat parade

  01-10-2020 04:38 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Tampa Bay Lightning celebrated their Stanley Cup title with a boat parade and ceremonies Wednesday at Raymond James Stadium.
  
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• Edmonton anti-racist protesters clash with group with far-right connections - CBC.ca

  01-10-2020 04:34 via cbc.ca
  
  Edmonton anti-racist protesters clash with group with far-right connections  CBC.ca
  
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• Edmonton anti-racist protesters clash with group with far-right connections

  01-10-2020 04:34 via cbc.ca
  
  Alberta’s justice minister condemned an Edmonton demonstration with connections to known far-right groups on Tuesday, calling them “a small group of sad losers.” 
  
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• Check out the 2020 Covenant DreamLife lottery home

  01-10-2020 03:36 via globalnews.ca
  
  During the evening newscasts, Phil Darlington was live on location at the Covenant DreamLife lottery home in southwest Edmonton’s Creekwood Chappelle area.
  
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• Canada’s commercial rent subsidy ending without replacement worries Edmonton businesses

  01-10-2020 03:20 via globalnews.ca
  
  Nearly 13,000 Alberta commercial tenants will no longer be getting rent relief from the federal government. As Kendra Slugoski explains, their are calls for a new program and one with fewer roadblocks.
  
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• Edmonton weather forecast: Wednesday, September 30, 2020

  01-10-2020 03:19 via globalnews.ca
  
  Here’s Phil Darlington’s Wednesday, September 30, 2020 evening weather forecast for Edmonton, Alberta and the surrounding area.
  
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• COVID-19 or a cold? Alberta Health aims to help confused parents understand symptoms in K to 12 students

  01-10-2020 03:18 via globalnews.ca
  
  As we near the colder months, the difference between COVID-19 symptoms and having a cold or flu may not be far apart. To aid in the distinction, the province is stepping up its communication efforts to help parents confused about symptoms and sending their kid to school. Chris Chacon reports.
  
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• NDP demands apology over MLA Shane Getson’s CERB recipients comments

  01-10-2020 03:13 via globalnews.ca
  
  NDP leader Rachel Notley is demanding an apology from the UCP after Lac Ste. Anne-Parkland MLA Shane Getson implied some people are refusing work because they make more on CERB, “eating Cheezies and watching cartoons, I guess.” Tom Vernon reports.
  
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