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• ‘It was really emotional’: Calgary host family encourages more people to offer places to those fleeing war

  07-05-2022 23:49 via globalnews.ca
  
  Dozens of people fleeing the war in Ukraine were at a Calgary church on Saturday getting help and getting accustomed to their new home.
  
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• RCMP arrest man, 25, for first-degree murder after woman's remains found in burned vehicle

  07-05-2022 22:28 via cbc.ca
  
  An Edmonton man was arrested Friday for first-degree murder, in relation to burning a woman's human remains in a vehicle last September, RCMP say.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers assign Tyler Tulio to AHL Condors as Jake Chiasson signs ATO - Oilers Nation

  07-05-2022 21:09 via oilersnation.com
  Edmonton Oilers assign Tyler Tulio to AHL Condors as Jake Chiasson signs ATO  Oilers Nation
  
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• Murder charges laid after remains of Edmonton woman found in burnt car - Global News

  07-05-2022 21:04 via globalnews.ca
  
  Murder charges laid after remains of Edmonton woman found in burnt car  Global News
  
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• Murder charges laid after remains of Edmonton woman found in burnt car

  07-05-2022 21:04 via globalnews.ca
  
  Strathcona RCMP and fire crews were called to a vehicle fire on Sept. 15 near Township Road 530 and Range Road 221 in Strathcona County.
  
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• Emergency department in Swan Hills, Alta., to be closed Saturday night: AHS

  07-05-2022 19:08 via cbc.ca
  
  The operations of two rural Alberta emergency departments are being affected, in part because locum coverage could not be secured, according to news releases Alberta Health Services (AHS) issued Friday.
  
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• ‘Significant’ number of firearms stolen in southern Alberta gun club break-in: RCMP

  07-05-2022 18:09 via globalnews.ca
  
  Photos released by RCMP show a hooded and masked person inside the building, carrying multiple weapons and a large bag. 
  
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• Canada's competition commissioner to oppose $26B Rogers-Shaw merger, say companies

  07-05-2022 16:20 via cbc.ca
  
  Canada's commissioner of competition intends to oppose Rogers Communications Inc.'s proposed $26-billion merger with Shaw Communications Inc., the companies said in a statement early Saturday.
  
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• Vegreville, Alta. to serve up 12,000 perogies as part of fundraiser to help Ukrainian refugees

  07-05-2022 15:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The community of Vegreville, east of Edmonton, is well known for its Ukraine roots. The town is even home to a giant pysanka. Now, community members are banding together to welcome refugees fleeing the Russian invasion.
  
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• Saturday's letters: Downtown Edmonton far from its heyday - Edmonton Journal

  07-05-2022 14:06 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  Saturday's letters: Downtown Edmonton far from its heyday  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Dozens of lawyers off Legal Aid Alberta roster for not signing new deal, defence lawyer says

  07-05-2022 14:00 via cbc.ca
  
  An alleged 100 senior lawyers have refused to sign a new contract with Legal Aid Alberta, because they say it was not negotiated and includes unacceptable terms.
  
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• New Daybreak Alberta host Paul Karchut ready to be your weekend 'co-pilot'

  07-05-2022 13:59 via cbc.ca
  
  Paul Karchut's voice will now greet CBC Radio One listeners in Alberta on Saturday and Sunday from 6 to 9 a.m.
  
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• What this mountain town can teach health officials about COVID-19 vaccinations for kids 5-11

  07-05-2022 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Although urban centres in Alberta dominate the list of regions with the province's highest vaccination uptakes for kids five to 11 years old, Jasper sits atop the pack, and health officials and community members say a number of factors contribute to that
  
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• Previous COVID infection provides an 'edge' over Omicron — especially with vaccination

  07-05-2022 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  A new Canadian study found catching COVID-19 provided strong protection against future Omicron reinfection and hospitalization — especially when combined with vaccination.
  
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• On Mother's Day, let's celebrate all mothers — not just mothers with male partners

  07-05-2022 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  From breakfast in bed, to bouquets of flowers, to jewelry commercials encouraging men to buy their wives a necklace, ideals presented by the media for Mother’s Day are often linked to a husband treating his wife, writes Natasha Steer.
  
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• First-degree murder charge after Edmonton woman found in burned-out vehicle - Edmonton Journal

  07-05-2022 09:00 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  First-degree murder charge after Edmonton woman found in burned-out vehicle  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Kane scores hat trick to help Oilers take commanding win over Kings, lead in series

  07-05-2022 07:30 via cbc.ca
  
  Evander Kane scored a hat trick and the visiting Edmonton Oilers continued their offensive domination with a decisive 8-2 win over the L.A. Kings in Game 3 of their first-round playoff series on Friday.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers crush Kings 8-2 to take 2-1 series lead

  07-05-2022 07:08 via globalnews.ca
  
  Evander Kane got his first postseason hat trick as the Oilers beat the Kings 8-2 to take a 2-1 series lead.
  
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• Sights and Sounds: FC Edmonton 0-3 Cavalry FC – Canadian Premier League - Canadian Premier League

  07-05-2022 07:03 via canpl.ca
  
  Sights and Sounds: FC Edmonton 0-3 Cavalry FC – Canadian Premier League  Canadian Premier League
  
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• Cavalry FC too much for FC Edmonton to handle - The North Bay Nugget

  07-05-2022 06:19 via nugget.ca
  
  Cavalry FC too much for FC Edmonton to handle  The North Bay Nugget
  
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• Police seek missing West Vancouver woman whose vehicle was found in eastern B.C.

  07-05-2022 03:32 via globalnews.ca
  
  Christina Jiang was last seen in West Vancouver on April 27. Her vehicle was found abandoned between Revelstoke and Golden on Tuesday.
  
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• Transit safety could be used as leverage to increase Edmonton police budget: CTLA - Global News

  07-05-2022 03:16 via globalnews.ca
  
  Transit safety could be used as leverage to increase Edmonton police budget: CTLA  Global News
  
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• Transit safety could be used as leverage to increase Edmonton police budget: CTLA

  07-05-2022 03:16 via globalnews.ca
  
  The topic of transit safety has been top of mind for many Edmontonians recently, but the Criminal Trail Lawyers' Association said, according to ETS data, it may not be so bad.
  
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• Prolific Edmonton-born actor Kenneth Welsh dead at 80

  07-05-2022 03:13 via cbc.ca
  
  Canadian actor Kenneth Welsh has died after a decades-long career on stage, television and the big screen.
  
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• Facts must guide Edmonton transit safety, cops response: criminologist - Edmonton Journal

  07-05-2022 02:42 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  Facts must guide Edmonton transit safety, cops response: criminologist  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Oilers playoff run good for Edmonton businesses

  07-05-2022 01:54 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Oilers making the playoffs is good for Edmonton businesses who have been struggling through the pandemic. Some hope away games draw in even bigger crowds.
  
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• Sea-to-Sea walk for PTSD passes Regina, Humboldt Broncos crash first responder joins the walk

  07-05-2022 01:27 via globalnews.ca
  
  Sea-to-Sea walk for PTSD passing through Regina. Nathan Phillips first responder at Humboldt Broncos bus crash also took part.
  
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• Alberta granted intervener status in legal challenges against Emergencies Act

  07-05-2022 01:09 via globalnews.ca
  
  The court order will allow the government of Alberta to intervene on non-constitutional and constitutional issues raised before the court, the province said on Friday.
  
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• Garth Brooks looking into options after Edmonton show sells out in minutes - Global News

  07-05-2022 01:05 via globalnews.ca
  
  Garth Brooks looking into options after Edmonton show sells out in minutes  Global NewsGarth Brooks in Edmonton: June stadium show sells out in 45 minutes | CTV News  CTV News EdmontonGarth Brooks hints at additional shows after quick Edmonton sellout  CHAT News TodayQ&A: Garth Brooks on Edmonton, sold out concerts and the 'Garth quake'  CBC.caGarth Brooks addresses Edmonton fans shut out of concert | Listed  Daily HiveView Full coverage on G
  
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• Garth Brooks looking into options after Edmonton show sells out in minutes

  07-05-2022 01:05 via globalnews.ca
  
  With just one date for Garth Brooks' only tour stop in Canada, the Edmonton concert sold out in under an hour Friday leaving thousands of fans with unanswered prayers.
  
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• From cancer survivor to drag racer: Meet Taylor Makarowski

  07-05-2022 01:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Taylor Makarowski's first taste of drag racing came after treatment for Hodgkin's Lymphoma. Since then, she has teamed up with Twisted Motorsports to become an accomplished racer and inspiration.
  
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• ASIRT clears RCMP, Edmonton police officers in deaths where controversial 'excited delirium syndrome' was a factor - Edmonton Journal

  07-05-2022 00:58 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  ASIRT clears RCMP, Edmonton police officers in deaths where controversial 'excited delirium syndrome' was a factor  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Edmonton police ask for help finding 11-year-old boy

  07-05-2022 00:44 via globalnews.ca
  
  Brandon Rain, 11, was last seen at Aldergrove Elementary School at approximately 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 5, walking toward the park.
  
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• 11-year-old Edmonton boy located ‘safe and unharmed’ - Global News

  07-05-2022 00:44 via globalnews.ca
  
  11-year-old Edmonton boy located ‘safe and unharmed’  Global News
  
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• 11-year-old Edmonton boy located ‘safe and unharmed’

  07-05-2022 00:44 via globalnews.ca
  
  The boy was seen at Aldergrove Elementary School at around 8 p.m. on Thursday, walking toward the park. He was located Friday evening.
  
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• Seeds of hope: Calgary couple fundraising for fertility treatment

  07-05-2022 00:39 via globalnews.ca
  
  A Calgary couple desperate to grow their little family is raising funds for their fertility treatments, one seedling at a time.
  
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• Where are the e-scooters? Leduc launches, while Edmonton still sorting out paperwork - CTV News Edmonton

  07-05-2022 00:34 via edmonton.ctvnews.ca
  
  Where are the e-scooters? Leduc launches, while Edmonton still sorting out paperwork  CTV News Edmonton
  
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