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• Fossil of prehistoric lizard ‘on steroids’ found at Alberta mining site

  11-05-2022 23:48 via globalnews.ca
  
  The partial fossil of a a prehistoric lizard "on steroids was recently discovered discovered at an ammolite mine south of Lethbridge.
  
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• Data shows Alberta’s emergency medical services in crisis: NDP

  11-05-2022 23:48 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Alberta Health Services Emergency Medical Services quarterly dashboard from early April shows ambulance response times in urban areas got progressively worse in the past year.
  
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• Ottawa approves new $10B loan guarantee for Trans Mountain pipeline project

  11-05-2022 23:34 via globalnews.ca
  
  The federal government has approved a new, approximately $10-billion loan guarantee for the Trans Mountain pipeline project.
  
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• Edmonton releases community safety plan that would fund Indigenous-led shelter, community micro-grants

  11-05-2022 22:24 via globalnews.ca
  
  A plan for improving safety and wellness in Edmonton would see an Indigenous-led shelter and integrated call centre for emergency services created.
  
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• Body found in stormwater pond Wednesday morning deemed non-criminal: Edmonton police - Edmonton Journal

  11-05-2022 21:55 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  Body found in stormwater pond Wednesday morning deemed non-criminal: Edmonton police  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Edmonton Oilers’ Darnell Nurse suspended 1 game for head-butting

  11-05-2022 21:52 via globalnews.ca
  
  Darnell Nurse has been suspended for one game after head-butting Los Angeles' Phillip Danault.
  
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• 'This should never have happened': Friends, family mourn Calgary Mother of 5 killed in road rage incident

  11-05-2022 21:47 via cbc.ca
  
  A 40-year-old woman was killed in a late-night road rage incident on Tuesday that involved a shooting and multi-vehicle car crash. She was innocent, said police.
  
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• Mother of 5 dead after 'reckless' road rage incident in southeast Calgary

  11-05-2022 21:47 via cbc.ca
  
  A 40-year-old woman was killed in a late-night road rage incident in southeast Calgary that police describe as brazen and reckless.
  
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• Innocent victim dead after 'reckless' road rage incident in southeast Calgary, police say

  11-05-2022 21:47 via cbc.ca
  
  A 40-year-old woman was killed in a late-night road rage incident in southeast Calgary that police describe as brazen and reckless.
  
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• Scotiabank exits oil and gas lobby group CAPP

  11-05-2022 21:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  Scotiabank is not renewing its long-running membership in CAPP, at a time when financial institutions face growing scrutiny for their role in contributing to climate change.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers defenceman Darnell Nurse suspended one game for headbutting, Zack Kassian fined - Oilers Nation

  11-05-2022 21:11 via oilersnation.com
  Edmonton Oilers defenceman Darnell Nurse suspended one game for headbutting, Zack Kassian fined  Oilers Nation
  
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• Pilot's decision-making led to helicopter crash that killed 4 family members in northern Alberta

  11-05-2022 20:56 via cbc.ca
  
  A helicopter crash on New Year's Day in 2021 that killed a northern Alberta pilot, his wife and two daughters was the result of pilot decision-making in assessing weather conditions for the night flight, the Transportation Safety Board of Canada has found.
  
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• Floodwater on northern Alberta Metis settlement receding but emergency alerts remain

  11-05-2022 20:42 via globalnews.ca
  
  Justin Gaudet of the Paddle Prairie Metis Settlement said water is slowly receding, but an emergency alert is still in place after heavy flooding in the area five days ago.
  
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• Oilers to be without Darnell Nurse for Game 6 against Kings - Edmonton Journal

  11-05-2022 20:32 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  Oilers to be without Darnell Nurse for Game 6 against Kings  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Pilot-decision making, deteriorating weather caused fatal January helicopter crash: TSB - Edmonton Journal

  11-05-2022 20:14 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  Pilot-decision making, deteriorating weather caused fatal January helicopter crash: TSB  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Alberta expands grant for religious organizations to help thwart hate crimes with added security - Edmonton Journal

  11-05-2022 20:14 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  Alberta expands grant for religious organizations to help thwart hate crimes with added security  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Edmonton Goodwill Donation Centre hit by car - CTV News Edmonton

  11-05-2022 20:11 via edmonton.ctvnews.ca
  
  Edmonton Goodwill Donation Centre hit by car  CTV News Edmonton
  
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• COVID-19 update: Alberta sees 70 COVID deaths in past week; Some Canadian would take less pay to work from home: survey - Edmonton Journal

  11-05-2022 19:15 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  COVID-19 update: Alberta sees 70 COVID deaths in past week; Some Canadian would take less pay to work from home: survey  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Hinshaw, Copping to provide COVID-19 update Wednesday afternoon

  11-05-2022 18:57 via globalnews.ca
  
  Chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw and Health Minister Jason Copping are scheduled to provide a COVID-19 update Wednesday afternoon.
  
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• COVID-19: 70 new deaths reported to Alberta Health as hospitalizations drop

  11-05-2022 18:57 via globalnews.ca
  
  While COVID-19 indicators like hospitalizations and wastewater levels were down over last week, Alberta officials warned the virus is still a threat as 70 deaths were reported.
  
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• Scotiabank no longer a member of oil and gas lobby group CAPP

  11-05-2022 18:49 via cbc.ca
  
  The bank has had a long-running relationship with CAPP and was the title sponsor of the group's annual energy symposium for many years.
  
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• Pilot’s decision making, deteriorating weather led to fatal northern Alberta helicopter crash: TSB

  11-05-2022 18:40 via globalnews.ca
  
  On Jan. 1, 2021, four people were killed when a privately registered Robinson R44 Raven II helicopter went down in a farmer's field northeast of Grande Prairie.
  
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• Rick and Morty animator creates commercial for Alberta nostalgic candy

  11-05-2022 17:00 via cbc.ca
  
  When Rick and Morty animator Kenten Bowick learned that his childhood best friend is reviving his favourite candy bar, Rum and Butter, he offered to make a commercial for it. 
  
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• Garth Brooks sells out 2nd Edmonton show in 45 minutes - Global News

  11-05-2022 16:52 via globalnews.ca
  
  Garth Brooks sells out 2nd Edmonton show in 45 minutes  Global News
  
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• Garth Brooks excited for 2nd show in Edmonton: ‘I think we’re moving there’

  11-05-2022 16:52 via globalnews.ca
  
  Country music legend Garth Brooks said he's so excited there was enough demand in Edmonton to do a second show this June at Commonwealth Stadium.
  
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• Could drag performers use a union? This Alberta collective is pushing fair werk for fair pay

  11-05-2022 16:40 via cbc.ca
  
  Through collaboration and solidarity, Party Queens wants the mistreatment of performers to sashay way.
  
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• Edmonton police search for sexual assault suspect near Crawford Plains park - Global News

  11-05-2022 16:24 via globalnews.ca
  
  Edmonton police search for sexual assault suspect near Crawford Plains park  Global News
  
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• Edmonton police search for sexual assault suspect near Crawford Plains park

  11-05-2022 16:24 via globalnews.ca
  
  Edmonton police said the suspect was wearing a white Molson Canadian beer store shirt, dark pants and a dark baseball cap at the time of the attack.
  
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• Edmonton weather: A little sunshine and a risk of thunderstorms - Edmonton Journal

  11-05-2022 16:16 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  Edmonton weather: A little sunshine and a risk of thunderstorms  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Blatchford development needs new approach as it lags behind goals, councillor says

  11-05-2022 16:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The City of Edmonton’s lofty plan for the Blatchford community on former City Centre Airport lands is sporting fewer than 40 homes, instead of the 2,700 residences in the original vision eight years ago. 
  
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• Conservative leadership candidates in Edmonton for first official party debate

  11-05-2022 15:18 via globalnews.ca
  
  The event in Edmonton comes less than a week after five out of the six contenders put on a feisty performance during an unofficial debate in Ottawa.
  
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• Fort McMurray mom with disability fighting for more accessible transportation options

  11-05-2022 15:00 via cbc.ca
  
  A Fort McMurray mother is fighting for accessible transportation in the community after discovering just how hard it is to get around town with a child and a disability.
  
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• Edmonton church, pastor convicted of obstructing public health inspector - CBC.ca

  11-05-2022 14:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Edmonton church, pastor convicted of obstructing public health inspector  CBC.ca
  
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• Edmonton church, pastor convicted of obstructing public health inspector

  11-05-2022 14:00 via cbc.ca
  
  On May 4, Church in the Vine and pastor Tracy Fortin were found guilty on six counts of obstructing a public health inspector. A sentencing hearing will be held May 25.
  
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• David Staples: Monumental court ruling defends Alberta — and just might save Canada - Edmonton Journal

  11-05-2022 12:09 via edmontonjournal.com
  
  David Staples: Monumental court ruling defends Alberta — and just might save Canada  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Poilievre fends off attacks at Tory leadership debate in Edmonton - CityNews Toronto

  11-05-2022 11:46 via toronto.citynews.ca
  Poilievre fends off attacks at Tory leadership debate in Edmonton  CityNews Toronto
  
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• This is where the Albertans deciding Jason Kenney's future live (think small)

  11-05-2022 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  To maintain his post as leader, Kenney must soak up healthy shares of leadership review votes in places like Cardston, Rimbey and Fort McMurray. It won't be enough to dominate in the province's million-person cities.
  
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• Conservative leadership candidates set to clash tonight in first official debate

  11-05-2022 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The six candidates vying to lead the Conservative Party of Canada will meet tonight for the first official debate of the leadership race — an event that promises a dramatic clash of ideologies that could shape the Conservatives’ chances in the next federal election.
  
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• Conservative leadership candidates facing off in first official debate

  11-05-2022 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Conservative leadership candidates are on stage tonight for what has turned into an unorthodox, wide-ranging debate that has featured discussions about the war in Ukraine, abortion and supply management — with detours on the topics of binge-worthy TV shows and the candidates' current reading lists.
  
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• Conservative leadership candidates face off in first official debate

  11-05-2022 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  The six candidates vying to lead the Conservative Party of Canada are on stage tonight for the first official debate of the leadership race — an event that promises a dramatic clash of ideologies that could shape the Conservatives' chances in the next federal election.
  
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• Conservative candidates spar over inflation, Ukraine — and TV shows — in an unusual leadership debate

  11-05-2022 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Conservative leadership candidates are on stage tonight for what has turned into an unorthodox, wide-ranging debate that has featured discussions about the war in Ukraine, abortion and supply management — with detours on the topics of binge-worthy TV shows and the candidates' current reading lists.
  
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• Conservative candidates spar over inflation, abortion — and TV shows — in an unusual leadership debate

  11-05-2022 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Conservative leadership candidates took the stage Wednesday in Edmonton for what turned into an unorthodox, wide-ranging debate that  featured discussions about the war in Ukraine, abortion and supply management — with detours on the topics of binge-worthy TV shows and the candidates' current reading lists.
  
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• Anglican church put interests of alleged abusers ahead of victims, says woman whose trust was violated

  11-05-2022 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Anglicans across the country are calling for greater accountability from Anglican Church of Canada leadership after a breach of journalistic practice at the church's national newspaper.
  
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• Kempe's OT winner puts halt to Oilers' valiant comeback effort as Kings sit 1 win away from series victory

  11-05-2022 07:48 via cbc.ca
  
  Adrian Kempe scored 1:12 into overtime and the L.A. Kings held on for a 5-4 win over the Edmonton Oilers to take a 3-2 lead in their first-round playoff series on Tuesday.
  
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• Kempe's OT winner for Kings puts Oilers in must-win situation for Game 6

  11-05-2022 07:48 via cbc.ca
  
  Adrian Kempe scored 1:12 into overtime and the L.A. Kings held on for a 5-4 win over the Edmonton Oilers to take a 3-2 lead in their first-round playoff series on Tuesday.
  
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• Los Angeles Kings win Game 5 in OT over Edmonton Oilers

  11-05-2022 07:40 via globalnews.ca
  
  Adrian Kempe scored 1:12 into overtime to give the Los Angeles Kings a 5-4 win over the Edmonton Oilers Tuesday night at Rogers Place.
  
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• OILERS NOTES: Jay Woodcroft shakes up lines to start Game 5 - Edmonton Sun

  11-05-2022 06:55 via edmontonsun.com
  
  OILERS NOTES: Jay Woodcroft shakes up lines to start Game 5  Edmonton Sun
  
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• Police didn’t anticipate Emergencies Act use to end convoy blockades: RCMP chief

  11-05-2022 03:56 via globalnews.ca
  
  Brenda Lucki said powers afforded to police by the government's invoking of the Emergencies Act were not used to clear blockades at Canadian border crossings.
  
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• Abortion will qualify for bereavement leave in proposed labour bill amendment, minister says

  11-05-2022 03:14 via cbc.ca
  
  Labour and Immigration Minister Kaycee Madu confirmed Tuesday that a proposed amendment will allow those who have had an abortion to qualify for bereavement leave.
  
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• Canadians warned to choose mover carefully as housing market stays hot

  11-05-2022 02:08 via globalnews.ca
  
  Members of the moving industry and the Better Business Bureau issue a warning about the hot housing market and fly-by-night moving company operators.
  
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