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• Edmonton police officer charged with assault in June 2019 arrest near legislature

  08-10-2021 23:33 via globalnews.ca
  
  An Edmonton police constable was charged with assault in connection with the use of force during a June 11, 2019 arrest near the Alberta legislature.
  
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• Alberta energy minister says oil price spike won’t increase industry cleanup spending

  08-10-2021 23:17 via globalnews.ca
  
  Sonya Savage says the province's recently adopted plan to fix the problem, which requires industry to spend $422 million next year and slightly more after that, is a fair approach.
  
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• Edmonton Election: How well do the candidates reflect the city's diversity? - CTV News Edmonton

  08-10-2021 22:53 via edmonton.ctvnews.ca
  
  Edmonton Election: How well do the candidates reflect the city's diversity?  CTV News Edmonton
  
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• Environment Canada issues snowfall statement for mountain passes in B.C.’s Southern Interior

  08-10-2021 22:51 via globalnews.ca
  
  According to Environment Canada, rain on Saturday afternoon will change to snow that night or Sunday morning, with 10-15 cm expected.
  
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• B.C. MLA says proximity to Alberta a factor in low COVID-19 vaccination rates

  08-10-2021 22:31 via globalnews.ca
  
  B.C MLA for Peace River South Mike Bernier explains why he believes the proximity of his riding to Alberta has been a factor in low COVID-19 vaccination rates.
  
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• Shumka’s Nutcracker

  08-10-2021 22:25 via globalnews.ca
  
  Shumka is thrilled to be back on stage for three shows at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, December 17 & 18, for Shumka’s Nutcracker. Tickets are on sale now starting at $25. Not only is Shumka’s Nutcracker a luxurious Christmas performance loved by everyone, but it is also a true Edmonton production, created and performed...
  
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• Estate Homes: Edmonton's luxury market on the upswing - Edmonton Journal

  08-10-2021 22:20 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  Estate Homes: Edmonton's luxury market on the upswing  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Doctor who says he gave ivermectin to rural Alberta COVID-19 patients triggers AHS warning

  08-10-2021 20:36 via cbc.ca
  
  A doctor who was filling in at a rural Alberta hospital says he treated three COVID-19 patients with ivermectin, triggering a warning from Alberta Health Services about the dangers of the controversial drug. 
  
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• Doctor who says he gave ivermectin to rural Alberta COVID-19 patients prompts warning from health authority

  08-10-2021 20:36 via cbc.ca
  
  A doctor who was filling in at a rural Alberta hospital says he treated three COVID-19 patients with ivermectin, triggering a warning from the provincial health authority about the dangers of the controversial drug. 
  
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• Edmonton charity devastated after fire guts its thrift shop and operating space

  08-10-2021 20:19 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Emmanuel Foundation non-profit organization’s operating space and its adjacent Second Chance Thrift Shop were destroyed in a fire early Friday morning in east Edmonton. Sarah Komadina joins the noon news with the latest details from the scene near 75 Street and Argyll Road.
  
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• Laurier Heights luxury home designed for entertaining the family - Edmonton Journal

  08-10-2021 20:15 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  Laurier Heights luxury home designed for entertaining the family  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Leader of military nurses in Alberta hospital stays focused: ‘Do what you need to do’

  08-10-2021 20:07 via globalnews.ca
  
  Maj. Amy Godwin, 38, is leading a team of eight nurses as part of the Canadian Armed Forces Operation LASER at Edmonton's Royal Alexandra Hospital.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers prospect Matvey Petrov scores hat trick in OHL debut - Oilers Nation

  08-10-2021 19:38 via oilersnation.com
  Edmonton Oilers prospect Matvey Petrov scores hat trick in OHL debut  Oilers Nation
  
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• Apocalyptic HBO TV series films in downtown Edmonton

  08-10-2021 19:34 via cbc.ca
  
  The Last of Us is a popular video game-turned-TV series, filming in Edmonton. It will feature Pedro Pascal (The Mandalorian) and Bella Ramsay (Game of Thrones). Explore Edmonton’s Dan St. Pierre reflects on the show's impact on his city.
  
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• Mountie who slapped handcuffed man will not face charges, police watchdog says

  08-10-2021 19:25 via cbc.ca
  
  Alberta's policing watchdog says a Mountie who used excessive force in June of 2018 when he slapped a handcuffed man in the face will not face criminal prosecution.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl named to German Olympic Hockey team - Oilers Nation

  08-10-2021 19:08 via oilersnation.com
  Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl named to German Olympic Hockey team  Oilers Nation
  
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• Positive gains in Alberta’s COVID-19 fight ‘could all be lost overnight:’ premier warns ahead of Thanksgiving

  08-10-2021 19:04 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta has shown recent signs of positive gains in the fight against COVID-19, but officials say all could be lost if public health measures are not followed over Thanksgiving.
  
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• The Loop: The Young Vote: Going green and living local

  08-10-2021 19:00 via cbc.ca
  
  We continue our series 'The Young Vote' in partnership with Edmonton's NextGen. This week The Young Vote series dives into urban planning and climate change.
  
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• Elks looking to reverse their fortunes as they visit the Bombers on Friday

  08-10-2021 18:31 via globalnews.ca
  
  After a tough first half of the 2021 CFL season, the 2-5 Edmonton Elks are in Winning on Friday night to play the 7-1 Blue Bombers.
  
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• DARK Edmonton returns to Fort Edmonton Park - CTV Edmonton

  08-10-2021 18:22 via edmonton.ctvnews.ca
  
  DARK Edmonton returns to Fort Edmonton Park  CTV Edmonton
  
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• AMA Travel: Group and family trips

  08-10-2021 17:15 via globalnews.ca
  
  Roland van Meurs with AMA Travel has some ideas for families and groups looking to plan their next vacation.
  
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• Taproot Edmonton running tool to help voters align with mayoral candidates

  08-10-2021 17:05 via globalnews.ca
  
  Karen Unland with Taproot Edmonton has more on a survey that’s meant to help voters decide on which mayoral candidate best aligns with their values.
  
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• B.C. MLA says ‘Alberta influence’ a factor in lower COVID-19 vaccination rates in the north

  08-10-2021 16:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  Politicians accustomed to sparring in British Columbia's legislature have joined forces outside the house to push for higher vaccination rates in the north.
  
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• "Alberta influence' cited by northern B.C. MLA facing death threats for his COVID-19 vaccine message

  08-10-2021 16:55 via cbc.ca
  
  A longtime member of the Opposition B.C. Liberals says the "Alberta influence'' is a factor in a part of B.C. where intensive care units can't accommodate the influx of COVID-19 patients.
  
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• Early morning fire hits east Edmonton industrial complex - CTV News Edmonton

  08-10-2021 16:36 via edmonton.ctvnews.ca
  
  Early morning fire hits east Edmonton industrial complex  CTV News Edmonton
  
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• Everything you need to know about COVID-19 in Alberta on Friday, Oct. 8

  08-10-2021 16:32 via cbc.ca
  
  The Alberta government has announced new supports for businesses to help them enforce COVID-19 measures, including the province's version of a vaccination passport.
  
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• Edmonton Elections adds verification step after some voters receive wrong school board ballots

  08-10-2021 16:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Edmonton Elections says it has changed its ballot verification process after receiving calls from 40 people concerned about incorrect public school board ballots given to voters at advance polls this week.
  
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• Fire guts charity and thrift shop in east Edmonton industrial area

  08-10-2021 15:41 via globalnews.ca
  
  A large fire consumed a non-profit organization and its thrift shop near 75 Street and Argyll Road Friday morning. Vinesh Pratap reports live from the scene.
  
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• Allowing Rocky Mountain coal lease transfers during debate sends wrong signal: environmental group

  08-10-2021 15:34 via cbc.ca
  
  An environmental group says an exchange of coal exploration lease applications in Alberta's Rocky Mountains suggests mining companies expect to be able to go ahead with their plans despite a provincial debate on the industry's future.
  
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• Fire consumes charity and its thrift shop in east Edmonton

  08-10-2021 15:21 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Emmanuel Foundation non-profit organization and its Second Chance Thrift Shop near 75 Street and Argyll Road were gutted by fire early Friday morning in east Edmonton.
  
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• Aerial view of large charity thrift store fire in east Edmonton

  08-10-2021 15:19 via globalnews.ca
  
  Video from the Global 1 news helicopter of a large fire at the Emmanuel Foundation and its thrift shop near 75 Street and Argyll Road early Friday morning in east Edmonton.
  
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• Fire guts charity, thrift shop in east Edmonton industrial area Friday morning - Globalnews.ca

  08-10-2021 15:09 via globalnews.ca
  
  Fire guts charity, thrift shop in east Edmonton industrial area Friday morning  Globalnews.ca
  
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• Fire guts charity, thrift shop in east Edmonton industrial area Friday morning

  08-10-2021 15:09 via globalnews.ca
  
  Crews arrived at the Emmanuel Foundation and its thrift shop off 75 Street and Argyll Road just before 5:30 a.m. to find heavy smoke and large flames coming from the roof.
  
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• Edmonton businesses say new provincial COVID-19 supports fall flat - CBC.ca

  08-10-2021 15:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Edmonton businesses say new provincial COVID-19 supports fall flat  CBC.ca
  
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• Edmonton businesses say new provincial COVID-19 supports fall flat

  08-10-2021 15:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Newly announced supports for businesses that have opted into the province’s vaccine passport system fall short, say some Edmonton business owners. 
  
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• Edmonton Oilers 2021-22 Season According to EA Sports NHL 22 - Oil on Whyte

  08-10-2021 14:56 via oilonwhyte.com
  
  Edmonton Oilers 2021-22 Season According to EA Sports NHL 22  Oil on Whyte
  
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• Edmonton early morning weather forecast: Friday, October 8, 2021

  08-10-2021 14:36 via globalnews.ca
  
  Here’s Mike Sobel’s Friday, October 8, 2021 early morning weather forecast for Edmonton, Alberta and the surrounding area.
  
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• Friday's letters: Where is outrage at soaring gas prices? - Edmonton Journal

  08-10-2021 14:09 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  Friday's letters: Where is outrage at soaring gas prices?  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Bookings for COVID-19 boosters jump as seniors in Alberta eligible for 3rd dose

  08-10-2021 14:00 via cbc.ca
  
  A steady flow of elderly Albertans are visiting pharmacies, now that they are eligible to receive a COVID-19 booster shot.
  
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• Spending on Facebook ads gives voters glimpse into mayoral candidates' campaign strategies

  08-10-2021 13:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Mike Nickel has spent considerably more on Facebook ads in the past three months than any other candidate running to be Edmonton’s mayor.
  
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• Equalization is a good constitutional bargain. Albertans should not vote to scrap it

  08-10-2021 11:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Equalization is a symbol of what it means to be Canadian and a pillar of our social and economic bargain that allows Alberta to run more of its own affairs. Threatening to remove it will not only undermine this bargain, according to Ken Boessenkool and Jared Wesley.
  
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• Edmonton election ward profile: Karhiio | CTV News - CTV News Edmonton

  08-10-2021 09:00 via edmonton.ctvnews.ca
  
  Edmonton election ward profile: Karhiio | CTV News  CTV News Edmonton
  
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• Zack Kassian hurt in fight as Edmonton Oilers win over Canucks

  08-10-2021 06:23 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Edmonton Oilers 3-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks Thursday night at Rogers Place was overshadowed by a scary moment late in the third period. Zack Kassian’s bare head hit the ice at the end of a fight with Vancouver’s Zack MacEwen with 3:56 left in the third period. Kassian’s helmet had popped off during...
  
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• Edmonton police investigate sudden death downtown - CTV News Edmonton

  08-10-2021 05:59 via edmonton.ctvnews.ca
  
  Edmonton police investigate sudden death downtown  CTV News Edmonton
  
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• Alberta unlikely to avoid flu season twice, infectious disease expert says

  08-10-2021 05:39 via cbc.ca
  
  A Calgary infectious disease expert is urging people to get their flu shots — as the province continues to battle the fourth wave of COVID-19.
  
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• Edmonton’s tennis community concerned over potential loss of courts to pickleball popularity - Global News

  08-10-2021 03:27 via globalnews.ca
  
  Edmonton’s tennis community concerned over potential loss of courts to pickleball popularity  Global News
  
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• Edmonton’s tennis community concerned over potential loss of courts to pickleball popularity

  08-10-2021 03:27 via globalnews.ca
  
  A battle of sorts is heating up between tennis and pickleball players as the popularity of one explodes, the city could be converting existing tennis courts into pickleball courts.
  
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• Candidates hoping to become Edmonton's next mayor debated the future of the $2.6 billion West LRT expansion - CTV News Edmonton

  08-10-2021 03:18 via edmonton.ctvnews.ca
  
  Candidates hoping to become Edmonton's next mayor debated the future of the $2.6 billion West LRT expansion  CTV News Edmonton
  
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• Global Edmonton weather forecast: Oct. 7, 2021

  08-10-2021 02:47 via globalnews.ca
  
  Meteorologist Jesse Beyer has our seven-day weather forecast for the Edmonton area starting Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021.
  
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• Global News at 6 Edmonton: Oct. 7, 2021

  08-10-2021 02:37 via globalnews.ca
  
  A webcast of Global News at 6 Edmonton with Carole Anne Devaney for Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021.
  
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