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• Critics denounce 'climate-change denialism' reports commissioned by Alberta inquiry

  14-01-2021 22:11 via cbc.ca
  
  A $3.5-million Alberta government public inquiry into alleged foreign-funded anti-energy campaigns has posted commissioned studies that experts say are based on junk climate-denial science, bizarre conspiracy theories and oil-industry propaganda.
  
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• Jesse Puljujarvi gets promotion as Edmonton Oilers visit Winnipeg Jets

  24-01-2021 21:15 via globalnews.ca
  
  "He's around the puck a lot. He goes to the front of the net hard. He's creating loose pucks."
  
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• Homicide detectives investigate suspicious death of 53-year-old man

  24-01-2021 21:08 via cbc.ca
  
  Homicide detectives are investigating the death of a 53-year-old man who was found injured in a residence in the Athlone neighbourhood.
  
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• Coronavirus: Alberta man charged with failing to self-isolate in Corner Brook, N.L.

  24-01-2021 20:56 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary says they stopped a vehicle shortly before 4 a.m. and the driver fled on foot.
  
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• Face of Edmonton’s city council to change with new mayor, councillors come fall election

  24-01-2021 20:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  Edmonton is nine months away from a municipal election that will see council lose decades of experience in city hall.
  
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• Farmers concerned over rail demand following Keystone XL cancellation

  24-01-2021 19:37 via globalnews.ca
  
  Farmers are concerned for higher long-term rail volumes following the cancellation of the Keystone XL pipeline. Jackie Wilson reports.
  
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• Parks Canada issues warning after 4 people fall through ice on Alberta lake

  24-01-2021 19:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  According to Parks Canada, three people were able to self-rescue, but the Banff Fire Department said a woman in her 20s was in the water for about 30 minutes before being rescued. 
  
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• Woman killed in central Alberta collision

  24-01-2021 18:13 via globalnews.ca
  
  Police said the driver of the car involved in the two-vehicle collision died at the scene, while two other people sustained minor injuries.
  
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• 1 dead in collision near Blackfalds

  24-01-2021 18:13 via cbc.ca
  
  A 20-year-old woman was killed in a two-vehicle collision near Blackfalds, Alta. on Saturday evening.
  
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• Edmonton police warn about release of convicted sexual offender

  24-01-2021 17:56 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Edmonton Police Service has issued a warning about the release of Russell Sikyea, 37, a convicted sex offender who is living in the Edmonton area.
  
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• Edmonton homicide detectives investigating man’s death

  24-01-2021 17:51 via globalnews.ca
  
  Edmonton police said several suspects fled the scene Saturday evening.
  
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• Canada didn’t start Keystone XL dispute — the president did, Kenney says in rebuke of Biden

  24-01-2021 17:40 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney offered new criticisms of U.S. President Joe Biden's decision to block the US$8-billion cross-border energy project on his first day in office.
  
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• Everything you need to know about COVID-19 in Alberta on Sunday, Jan. 24

  24-01-2021 16:54 via cbc.ca
  
  Alberta reported another 573 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday — down from 643 new cases on Friday — with around a 5.3 per cent positivity rate. 
  
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• Africa Centre launches free therapy program for Black Albertans

  24-01-2021 12:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Africa Centre launches free counselling clinic to support Albertans of African descent dealing with the impact of COVID-19.
  
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• Provincial funding cut for Central Alberta camp for adults with developmental disabilities

  24-01-2021 11:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Camp L.G. Barnes faces an uncertain future, but for decades has offered a summer camp and year-round activities for adults who are served by the provincial Persons with Developmental Disabilities program.
  
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• Hospitality insurance has skyrocketed, putting pressure on already struggling hotels

  24-01-2021 10:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Hospitality insurance rates across the country have increased dramatically in the past year, putting more pressure on an already pinched industry.
  
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• Union says some continuing care staff still waiting on first COVID-19 vaccine dose

  24-01-2021 02:41 via cbc.ca
  
  Some staff in long term care and designated supportive living facilities have yet to receive their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine, despite the premier announcing last week that all staff and residents received a first dose. 
  
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• Edmonton weather forecast: Jan 23

  24-01-2021 02:41 via globalnews.ca
  
  Here’s Kevin O’Connell’s Saturday, Jan 23 weather forecast for Edmonton, Alberta and the surrounding area.
  
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• Alberta union says some continuing care staff still waiting on first COVID-19 vaccine dose

  24-01-2021 02:41 via cbc.ca
  
  Some staff in long term care and designated supportive living facilities have yet to receive their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine, despite the premier announcing last week that all staff and residents received a first dose. 
  
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• Edmonton homeless shelters prepare for a big increase in visitors

  24-01-2021 02:29 via globalnews.ca
  
  The mild weather Edmontonians have been enjoying has taken a turn. With temperatures now dropping by the day, shelters are kicking into high gear to accommodate an influx of people who are homeless looking for a warm place to stay. Chris Chacon reports.
  
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• Political scientist Duane Bratt weighs in on Kenney’s Keystone XL compensation request

  24-01-2021 02:28 via globalnews.ca
  
  Premier Jason Kenney said Alberta should be asking the U.S. administration for compensation for cancelling the Keystone XL pipeline. He said TC Energy and the Alberta government are owned billions of dollars for costs incurred in the construction. Political scientist Duane Bratt spoke with Kim Smith about how realistic it is Alberta would receive compensation.
  
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• Sexual offender released in Edmonton without conditions - CTV Edmonton

  24-01-2021 02:20 via edmonton.ctvnews.ca
  
  Sexual offender released in Edmonton without conditions  CTV Edmonton
  
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• Edmonton fashion blogger featured in Vogue on sustainable, inclusive issues in industry - Global News

  24-01-2021 01:27 via globalnews.ca
  
  Edmonton fashion blogger featured in Vogue on sustainable, inclusive issues in industry  Global News
  
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• Edmonton fashion blogger featured in Vogue on sustainable, inclusive issues in industry

  24-01-2021 01:27 via globalnews.ca
  
  "I've been working in ethical and sustainable fashion, talking about the intersections between size inclusivity and the future of sustainable fashion for almost a decade now."
  
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• Game Night: Oilers at Jets - Winnipeg Sun

  24-01-2021 01:01 via winnipegsun.com
  
  Game Night: Oilers at Jets  Winnipeg Sun
  
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• Alberta records 13 additional deaths from COVID-19, along with 573 new cases

  24-01-2021 01:00 via cbc.ca
  
  Alberta reported 573 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, and 13 more deaths.
  
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• Edmonton city councillor looking to loosen liquor laws in parks this summer - Global News

  24-01-2021 00:54 via globalnews.ca
  
  Edmonton city councillor looking to loosen liquor laws in parks this summer  Global News
  
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• Edmonton city councillor looking to loosen liquor laws in parks this summer

  24-01-2021 00:54 via globalnews.ca
  
  Coun. Jon Dziadyk plans to introduce a motion Monday, exploring the possibility of relaxing alcohol consumption laws in public parks.
  
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• Edmonton sculptor creating Churchill statue to be unveiled in Calgary this August - Calgary Herald

  24-01-2021 00:11 via calgaryherald.com
  
  Edmonton sculptor creating Churchill statue to be unveiled in Calgary this August  Calgary Herald
  
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• 2 people in their 20s in Calgary zone among Alberta’s COVID-19 fatalities Saturday

  24-01-2021 00:11 via globalnews.ca
  
  Two people in their 20s with no known pre-existing conditions were added to the Alberta's COVID-19 fatality list on Saturday. 
  
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