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• The Making of a Beast: Entering a new world of fire

  29-05-2024 22:37 via cbc.ca
  
  John Vaillant details the terrifying growth and destructive force of the 2016 Fort McMurray wildfire in his award-winning book, Fire Weather. He unpacks how fire made humans who we are — and how humans are changing fire. Vaillant says we're changing the climate "in a way that favours fire way more than it favours us."
  
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• Precarious piping plover population persists despite climate change extremes

  29-05-2024 22:32 via cbc.ca
  
  The population of endangered piping plovers in Alberta has dipped below 100, but a veteran wildlife biologist still sees room for optimism.
  
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• Precarious piping plover population persists as climate change brings extreme flood-drought cycles

  29-05-2024 22:32 via cbc.ca
  
  The population of endangered piping plovers in Alberta has dipped below 100, but a veteran wildlife biologist still sees room for optimism.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers fans rated third kindest of Canadian NHL cities: survey - Edmonton Journal

  29-05-2024 22:01 via news.google.com
  
  Edmonton Oilers fans rated third kindest of Canadian NHL cities: survey  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Sherwood Park principal faces additional charge of sexual assault

  29-05-2024 21:53 via globalnews.ca
  
  After revealing that a Sherwood Park principal had been charged with sexual assault on May 14, RCMP said another adult accuser came forward. 
  
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• History coming alive west of Edmonton

  29-05-2024 21:22 via cbc.ca
  
  Check out the 26 buildings and more than 12,000 artifacts at the Stony Plain and Parkland Pioneer Museum.
  
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• Crown seeks 22 years parole ineligibility for men guilty in fatal Edmonton community hall shooting

  29-05-2024 20:51 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Crown is seeking 22 years parole ineligibility for two men found guilty in a deadly south Edmonton community hall shooting.
  
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• Westlock man arrested for sexual assault against a minor

  29-05-2024 20:49 via globalnews.ca
  
  Westlock RCMP have arrested a 51-year-old man after historical sexual assaults dating back to 2018 to 2022 were reported to police earlier this month.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers set to make lineup changes for Game 4 against Dallas Stars

  29-05-2024 20:44 via globalnews.ca
  
  Head coach Kris Knoblauch will make lineup changes for Game 4 of the NHL's Western Conference final with Edmonton trailing the Dallas Stars 2-1 in the best-of-seven series.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers set to make lineup changes for Game 4 against Dallas Stars - Global News

  29-05-2024 20:44 via news.google.com
  Edmonton Oilers set to make lineup changes for Game 4 against Dallas Stars  Global News
  
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• Edmonton Oilers circle the wagons as Stars' grip tightens on series - Edmonton Journal

  29-05-2024 20:44 via news.google.com
  
  Edmonton Oilers circle the wagons as Stars' grip tightens on series  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Sickle cell disease gets support in Edmonton

  29-05-2024 20:40 via cbc.ca
  
  Ufuoma Muwhen suffered from sickle cell disease as a child, describing the sensation as “somebody hammering on your bones.” It is a blood condition prominent in sub-Sarahan Africa. Muwhen spoke to CBC’s Tara McCarthy about her experiences and how she founded her local support group.
  
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• 3 Oilers Expected to be Healthy Scratches - The Hockey News

  29-05-2024 20:12 via news.google.com
  
  3 Oilers Expected to be Healthy Scratches  The Hockey News
  
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• Canadian ski jumper from Calgary trades snowsuit for beekeeping suit

  29-05-2024 18:18 via globalnews.ca
  
  Canadian ski jumper Abigail Strate is a bee keeper in the off season. One of the first things she does when she returns to Calgary in the spring is check the hives.
  
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• Something wrong with your car? Here's how Canada's vehicle recall system works

  29-05-2024 16:24 via cbc.ca
  
  As Nissan issues a 'do not drive' warning for 48,000 vehicles in Canada — and urges car owners to get their recalled vehicles repaired — here's what you need to know to know about Canada's recall system, and how to ensure that your car isn't overdue for a safety recall.
  
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• Edmonton weather: Blustery winds, thunderstorms, and a chance of showers so good you can bet on it - Edmonton Journal

  29-05-2024 16:01 via news.google.com
  
  Edmonton weather: Blustery winds, thunderstorms, and a chance of showers so good you can bet on it  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Road closed in southeast Edmonton as police investigate serious collision

  29-05-2024 15:54 via globalnews.ca
  
  Edmonton police said at 6:20 a.m. on Wednesday that 34th Avenue was closed in both directions between Mill Woods Road and 48th Street.
  
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• Boy on bicycle killed in south Edmonton hit and run: police

  29-05-2024 15:54 via globalnews.ca
  
  Edmonton police say a boy under the age of 18 was killed in a hit and run in the city’s southeast early Wednesday morning.
  
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• Boy, 13, on bicycle killed in south Edmonton hit and run: police

  29-05-2024 15:54 via globalnews.ca
  
  Edmonton police say a 13-year-old boy was killed in a hit and run on on 34th Avenue in Mill Woods early Wednesday morning.
  
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• Global News wins Canadian Screen Award for Decision Alberta 2023 election coverage

  29-05-2024 15:33 via globalnews.ca
  
  Global News won the Canadian Screen Award for best live news special for its 'Decision Alberta 2023' provincial election coverage.
  
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• With more Canadians renting and fewer affordable units, housing advisory panel urges Ottawa to step in

  29-05-2024 15:00 via cbc.ca
  
  A new report from the National Housing Council's review panel on systemic housing issues says Canada hasn't provided a practical framework to apply the right to housing and must do more to finance non-market rentals.
  
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• Why some Edmontonians are buying into Blatchford

  29-05-2024 15:00 via cbc.ca
  
  More than a decade since development began on the community on the former airport lands, critics say the growth has been too slow. Still, residents are settling in to their new home.
  
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• Report calls on federal government to create affordable housing framework

  29-05-2024 15:00 via cbc.ca
  
  A new report from the National Housing Council's review panel on systemic housing issues says Canada hasn't provided a practical framework to apply the right to housing and must do more to finance non-market rentals.
  
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• One Unique Solution For Oilers' Defensive Problem - The Hockey News

  29-05-2024 15:00 via news.google.com
  
  One Unique Solution For Oilers' Defensive Problem  The Hockey News
  
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• Alberta Opposition criticizes UCP for limiting debate on contentious bills

  29-05-2024 14:24 via globalnews.ca
  
  With the spring sitting set to wrap up this week, Alberta’s United Conservative Party government is passing motions to limit debate to one hour at each stage for the bills.
  
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• Edmonton lands in fifth on national affordable cities report - Edmonton Journal

  29-05-2024 14:19 via news.google.com
  
  Edmonton lands in fifth on national affordable cities report  Edmonton Journal
  
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• Poll suggests fighting Ottawa is a political winner for Danielle Smith and the UCP

  29-05-2024 13:00 via cbc.ca
  CBC News poll finds that standing up to the federal government matters a lot in the minds of Albertans who approve of the governing UCP.
  
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• Wednesday's letters: Edmonton must spend less; province should pay up - Edmonton Journal

  29-05-2024 12:08 via news.google.com
  
  Wednesday's letters: Edmonton must spend less; province should pay up  Edmonton Journal
  
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• 'Predatory monopoly': Canadian North, feds criticized over new baggage fees

  29-05-2024 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Two weeks ago, the airline unveiled sweeping changes and increased costs. While passengers still receive their first bag for free, the cost of a second bag on the lowest ticket fare has jumped by 50 per cent, and the cost of an overweight bag (anything over 51 pounds) has tripled on all fare types.
  
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• Quebec City or Edmonton? Who’s moving where for affordable housing - Global News

  29-05-2024 09:30 via news.google.com
  Quebec City or Edmonton? Who’s moving where for affordable housing  Global News
  
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• Quebec City or Edmonton? Who’s moving where for affordable housing

  29-05-2024 09:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  Canadians living in Toronto and Vancouver are most likely to look to Edmonton for housing affordability, while Montrealers are keener to stay in province, a new report says.
  
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• Dallas Stars - Edmonton Oilers - May 29, 2024 - NHL.com

  29-05-2024 09:00 via news.google.com
  
  Dallas Stars - Edmonton Oilers - May 29, 2024  NHL.com
  
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• UCP accused of curbing debate on contentious bills as spring legislative session winds down

  29-05-2024 03:14 via cbc.ca
  
  The NDP Opposition says the UCP government is abusing time allocation motions to limit debate on bills that consolidate power in the provincial cabinet. 
  
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• Firefighters receive special training to combat wildfires near urban communities

  29-05-2024 02:19 via globalnews.ca
  
  With wildfires becoming more common and closer to communities near forests and grasslands, the International Association of Fire Fighters said it's time to think outside the box.
  
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• ‘Pride is exceptionally important this year,’ Alberta LGBTQ community says

  29-05-2024 01:57 via globalnews.ca
  
  Members of Alberta's LGBTQ community believe this year's Pride celebrations will lean into the event's history -- emphasizing its roots in protest.
  
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• Hey, Viktor! Started as an inside joke. Now it's nominated for three CSAs

  29-05-2024 01:56 via cbc.ca
  
  Cody Lightning says that while he may be credited as the star, director and co-writer, Hey, Viktor! was very much a team effort.
  
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• Edmonton’s urban plan update ‘derailed’ by 15-minute city conspiracy theory, says councillor - CityNews Edmonton

  29-05-2024 01:25 via news.google.com
  Edmonton’s urban plan update ‘derailed’ by 15-minute city conspiracy theory, says councillor  CityNews Edmonton
  
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• Stecher injury limits options for shuffling Oilers struggling blueline - Edmonton Journal

  29-05-2024 01:15 via news.google.com
  
  Stecher injury limits options for shuffling Oilers struggling blueline  Edmonton Journal
  
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• 'We got away from our game': Oilers coach looking for team to regroup after Game 3 loss

  29-05-2024 01:01 via cbc.ca
  
  Kris Knoblauch needed someone — anyone — to step up.
  
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• What should you do when a loved one is missing?

  29-05-2024 00:55 via globalnews.ca
  
  A family member or friend has disappeared — what now? Members of Edmonton Police Service's missing persons unit outline what steps you should take and when to contact police.
  
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• Police release new details about missing Edmonton mom Maggie Oerlemans - Global News

  29-05-2024 00:55 via news.google.com
  Police release new details about missing Edmonton mom Maggie Oerlemans  Global News
  
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• Police release new details about missing Edmonton mom Maggie Oerlemans

  29-05-2024 00:55 via globalnews.ca
  
  Edmonton police are releasing new details about a woman who's been missing in Edmonton since the summer of 2022, hoping the public can help provide some answers to her family.
  
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• Edmontonians voice views on district planning at city hall - Edmonton Journal

  29-05-2024 00:52 via news.google.com
  
  Edmontonians voice views on district planning at city hall  Edmonton Journal
  
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• City council gets input on proposed district policy as Edmonton plans for 15-minute communities - CBC.ca

  29-05-2024 00:30 via news.google.com
  City council gets input on proposed district policy as Edmonton plans for 15-minute communities  CBC.ca
  
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