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• Alberta sees record 427 new COVID cases in one day - Lethbridge News Now

  22-10-2020 23:56
  
  Alberta sees record 427 new COVID cases in one day  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Additional COVID cases identified at two Lethbridge Catholic schools - Lethbridge News Now

  22-10-2020 23:38
  
  Additional COVID cases identified at two Lethbridge Catholic schools  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Chuckegg Creek wildfire declared out after 17 months

  22-10-2020 23:09 via globalnews.ca
  
  The wildfire near the town of High Level started on May 12, 2019 and was caused by lightning.
  
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• 3 COVID-19 cases confirmed at Federated Co-Op Calgary feed plant

  22-10-2020 23:08
  
  Federated Co-Op Limited (FCL) confirmed Thursday that three employees at its Calgary feed plant have tested positive for COVID-19. Earlier in the week, it was confirmed that one employee  tested positive on Oct. 14. That employee and others who were in contact with them were self-isolating. Later in the week, health officers at the plant learned the two other employees have also tested positive. The company announced that it's working in conjunction with Alberta Health Services (AHS) to tak
  
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• Researchers look at drones to deliver medical supplies to remote communities

  22-10-2020 23:07
  
  Calgary researchers are looking at drones as a way of delivering medical supplies to remote communities, which can be especially important during pandemics. Researchers at the University of Calgary, SAIT, Alberta Health Services and Alberta Precision Laboratories are partnering with the Stoney Nakoda Nations to deliver medical equipment and COVID-19 test kits to remote communities. "We know that testing for COVID-19 is one of our most effective tools against its spread," said Dr. John Conly, med
  
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• Weather warnings for snow blanketing nearly all of southern B.C.

  22-10-2020 22:48 via globalnews.ca
  
  The anticipated snowfall totals vary by region, ranging from a few centimetres on Vancouver Island to 5-15 cm in the Southern Interior.
  
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• Nearly half of stolen vehicles in Lethbridge were left running and/or had keys inside - Lethbridge News Now

  22-10-2020 22:30
  
  Nearly half of stolen vehicles in Lethbridge were left running and/or had keys inside  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Unemployment, loss of benefits and COVID-19 'problematic' for Calgary's housing market

  22-10-2020 21:57
  
  Housing sales in the city of Calgary did much better than originally forecasted, states a new report on the city's real estate market. The data, compiled by the Calgary Real Estate Board, shows a 12 per cent improvement in sales activity during the third quarter of 2020 over the same period last year. While the situation post-lockdown did absorb some of the losses the market experienced during the early months of the pandemic, CREB says sales are still down this year. During the first half of th
  
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• Nursing program collaboration updated to meet health needs - Lethbridge News Now

  22-10-2020 21:07
  
  Nursing program collaboration updated to meet health needs  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Alberta privatizing driver exams in 2021

  22-10-2020 20:59
  
  In December, Albertans looking to earn their Class 4, 5 or 6 licence will be able to book a private test through their local registry agent for the New Year. In an announcement Thursday, Transportation Minister Ric McIver said the transition from a public system would improve access to examiners, reducing the backlog of those waiting, and address previous complaints of fraud or inappropriate examiner behaviour through government oversight. “I know these changes will have significant impact
  
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• Grande Prairie to host PBR after health restrictions forced it out of Saskatoon

  22-10-2020 20:58
  
  A major rodeo event will be held in Grande Prairie next month after COVID-19 restrictions forced it out of Saskatchewan. Professional Bull Riders (PBR) Canada announced the decision on Thursday. The PBR Canada Monster Energy Tour Finals will be held Nov. 5 to 7 at Revolution Place. It was originally planned for Nov. 13-14 in Saskatoon. The event draws the country’s top bull riders hoping to earn a share of $27,500 in prize money and qualify for the world finals. The top bulls will als
  
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• Alberta privatizing Class 4, 5, 6 driver's license tests - Lethbridge News Now

  22-10-2020 20:50
  
  Alberta privatizing Class 4, 5, 6 driver's license tests  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Premier Kenney reiterates future COVID-19 restrictions will be ‘limited, discreet, targeted’ and based on data

  22-10-2020 20:48 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney once again stressed that any future COVID-19 restrictions in the province will be based on data, not political pressure. This comes one day after Alberta set a record for the number of new cases identified in one day.
  
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• Alberta re-privatizes road test exams for Class 4, 5, 6 licences

  22-10-2020 20:29 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta's transportation minister announced Thursday that the province is going back to a privatized road test system for Class 4, 5 and 6 licences.
  
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• Weapons, drugs seized during traffic stops in Red Deer

  22-10-2020 20:23
  
  A number of weapons, including loaded firearms, and drugs were seized during traffic stops in Red Deer last month, RCMP announced on Thursday. Members of the Downtown Patrol Unit (DPU) made 58 arrests resulting in 102 charges. The responses including two traffic stops that turned up loaded firearms. The first happened Sept. 3 when DPU members pulled an unregistered vehicle over. During the stop, officers observed a weapon and a further search of the vehicle turned up three loaded firearms, ammun
  
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• COVID-19 pilot program could trim 14-day travel quarantine time

  22-10-2020 20:08 via globalnews.ca
  
  It’s a first for Canada and will take place in Alberta: an international travel pilot project aimed at reducing the current 14-day quarantine to just a few days. Nicole Stillger joined the noon news to explain how it would work.
  
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• Police, firefighters participate in annual search for missing persons in the Bow River

  22-10-2020 19:56
  
  First responders are conducting a search of the Bow River Thursday in an attempt to bring closure to many families who have been searching for their lost loved ones. The sixth annual search includes officers from the Calgary Police Service (CPS), the Calgary Fire Department (CFD), Calgary Search & Rescue (CALSARA), Alberta RCMP and Cochrane Fire Service. Crews deployed in the morning from the Bearspaw Dam area in northwest Calgary and plan to move south beyond the city limits. The teams expe
  
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• COVID-19 in Alberta: Top doctor to speak Thursday as cases break records

  22-10-2020 19:28
  
  Alberta’s top doctor will give a COVID-19 update Thursday afternoon as the province sets highs in daily and active cases. On Thursday, Alberta Health reported 406 coronavirus cases — a pandemic-high for daily infections. Reported active infections, currently at 3,372, have also set records three days straight. Infographics: COVID-19 in Alberta by the numbers  COVID-19 in Edmonton: Numbers broken down by neighbourhood All of Alberta's top 5 (and 6 of its top 10) highest
  
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• Alberta reports record 427 new COVID-19 infections, active cases now exceed 3,500

  22-10-2020 19:28
  
  Alberta reported 427 cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, increasing the province’s active tally to 3,519. There are 112 coronavirus patients in hospital, including 18 in ICU. No new deaths were announced Thursday. This is a breaking news story. More to come. Original story: Alberta’s top doctor will give a COVID-19 update Thursday afternoon as the province sets highs in daily and active cases. On Wednesday, Alberta Health reported 406 coronavirus cases — a pandemic-high for daily in
  
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• Alberta exceeds 3,500 active COVID-19 cases as Hinshaw reports 427 new infections

  22-10-2020 19:28
  
  Alberta reported 427 cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, increasing the province’s active tally to 3,519. There are 112 coronavirus patients in hospital, including 18 in ICU. No new deaths were announced Thursday. This is a breaking news story. More to come. Original story: Alberta’s top doctor will give a COVID-19 update Thursday afternoon as the province sets highs in daily and active cases. On Wednesday, Alberta Health reported 406 coronavirus cases — a pandemic-high for daily in
  
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• Alberta introduces COVID-19 pilot project that could reduce quarantine times for international travel

  22-10-2020 19:14 via globalnews.ca
  
  Starting Nov. 1, international travellers will be able to opt in to the pilot program that could reduce their quarantine time.
  
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• Alberta to host rapid COVID-19 testing pilot of international travellers

  22-10-2020 18:54
  
  The federal government and Government of Alberta are set to introduce a joint pilot program for testing international travellers that would replace the mandatory 14-day quarantine. Beginning Nov. 2, international travellers will undergo rapid COVID-19 testing upon their arrival at the Calgary International Airport and the Coutts border crossing between Alberta and Montana. Travellers will be required to go into quarantine until they are confirmed negative. Returning Canadian citizens, permanent
  
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• Test project sees drones deliver COVID-19 test kits to remote Alberta communities

  22-10-2020 18:40 via globalnews.ca
  
  The hope is the drones can help connect people in remote communities to laboratories more quickly.
  
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• Calgarian dead following head-on highway crash with semi near Sylvan Lake

  22-10-2020 18:07
  
  A 21-year-old Calgary man is dead following a Wednesday night crash on Highway 11 south of Sylvan Lake. According to RCMP, an SUV was eastbound on the highway just east of the Highway 781 intersection shortly before 7 p.m. when it entered the westbound lanes and collided with an oncoming semi. The driver of the SUV was pronounced dead on scene. The driver of the transport truck was unharmed. The highway was closed to traffic for several hours before reopening late Wednesday night. The investigat
  
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• Lethbridge College's president and CEO named to new national role - Lethbridge News Now

  22-10-2020 17:33
  
  Lethbridge College's president and CEO named to new national role  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• JBS Foods to invest $2M in Brooks, Alta. to help community with pandemic recovery

  22-10-2020 17:26
  
  JBS Foods is investing $2 million to help the community of Brooks, Alta. respond to pressing needs resulting from the pandemic. The move is part of its $50-million Hometown Strong initiative aimed at protecting employees and providing job security.   "JBS Foods Canada has been working with local leaders to identify where the funds can best help meet immediate and longer-term community needs," the company said in a release. "All projects will be determined by the end of the year." JBS Foods
  
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• Judge dismisses 1 charge against former cop in Floyd's death - Lethbridge News Now

  22-10-2020 17:20
  
  Judge dismisses 1 charge against former cop in Floyd's death  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Ontario reports 841 new COVID-19 cases and another hospital outbreak - Lethbridge News Now

  22-10-2020 17:18
  
  Ontario reports 841 new COVID-19 cases and another hospital outbreak  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Milestone sponsorship deal keeps pro women's hockey association goals in sight - Lethbridge News Now

  22-10-2020 16:29
  
  Milestone sponsorship deal keeps pro women's hockey association goals in sight  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• New Tory motion could trigger second confidence showdown for Liberal minority - Lethbridge News Now

  22-10-2020 16:05
  
  New Tory motion could trigger second confidence showdown for Liberal minority  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Cold and snowy to start the weekend!

  22-10-2020 15:58
  
  Scattered snow showers are the be-all-end-all for today, and that's under a mainly cloudy sky that could open up to some welcome sunshine. We're beneath the northern wind of the massive trough that’s already brought in cool air and pledges to cool us down even more. A surface low (accompanied by a cold-core disturbance aloft) is wafting in off the Pacific. It has already generated advisories through the majority of the B.C. interior, where 5-15 cm of snow is expected to fall in reasonably
  
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• Mount Norquay celebrates earliest start to season following recent dump of snow

  22-10-2020 15:31
  
  Banff's Mount Norquay will welcome fall skiers this weekend as the resort is set to become the first in Canada to open for the 2020-2021 season. The Oct. 24 kickoff to the season is the earliest in the ski hill's 95-year history. "The snow came early, and so we got ready early," said Andre Quenneville, Mount Norquay general manager, in a statement. "And it’s already looking great; really nice conditions for such an early point in the season – we’re excited to see skiers return
  
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• James Randi, dazzling magician and skeptic, dies at 92 - Lethbridge News Now

  22-10-2020 15:09
  
  James Randi, dazzling magician and skeptic, dies at 92  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Full Hunter’s Blue Moon to rise on Halloween before clocks fall back

  22-10-2020 15:06 via globalnews.ca
  
  Halloween 2020 falls on a Saturday with a rare blue moon, and leads into the end of Daylight Saving Time in many regions.
  
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• The Latest: Werder Bremen player tests positive for virus - Lethbridge News Now

  22-10-2020 11:55
  
  The Latest: Werder Bremen player tests positive for virus  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• B.C. Green leader hopes voters see value in minority government - Lethbridge News Now

  22-10-2020 10:06
  
  B.C. Green leader hopes voters see value in minority government  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Multiple UCP officials self-isolating after Minister Tracy Allard's positive test - Lethbridge News Now

  22-10-2020 07:42
  
  Multiple UCP officials self-isolating after Minister Tracy Allard's positive test  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• 406 new COVID-19 cases in Alberta Wednesday - Lethbridge News Now

  22-10-2020 06:41
  
  406 new COVID-19 cases in Alberta Wednesday  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• How Alberta's COVID-19 numbers compare to the rest of Canada

  22-10-2020 04:43
  
  We hear the numbers every day telling us how many people are infected with COVID-19 and how Alberta compares to the rest of Canada. But how important are those numbers really? Is there even a point comparing ourselves to other provinces?   What are the most important indicators we should look at when assessing how COVID-19 is affecting Albertans?  We put those questions to three experts in biostatistics and immunology. Tracking data Since the pandemic was declared in mid-March, th
  
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• Pronghorns athletes take part in conversations about racism, diversity in sport

  22-10-2020 04:42 via globalnews.ca
  
  Pronghorns athletes at the University of Lethbridge taking part in a two-part virtual seminar beginning Wednesday night, as the BIPOC Speaker Series looks to shine a light on the roles that student athletes, coaches and administrators have in creating a more inclusive community. 
  
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• Gas pump price gap widens in Calgary and Edmonton

  22-10-2020 03:43
  
  Calgary and Edmonton have always had a friendly rivalry when it comes to Labour Day Classics and Stanley Cup playoffs, but one of the deep, dark truths of that rivalry is that the capital city usually wins for scoring consumers a deal at the pumps. Recently that gap has grown wider - with gas prices in Calgary October 21 around 1.05 while in Edmonton they're  just over 90 cents - that has a few folks in Calgary wondering what's going on. People who fill up often in both cities know it's a c
  
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• ExxonMobil ‘very close’ to unveiling job cuts in Canada and U.S., CEO email says

  22-10-2020 03:37 via globalnews.ca
  
  The job cuts are part of a plan unveiled this spring to redesign how Exxon works and to increase competitiveness, CEO Darren Woods said in an email to its nearly 75,000-person workforce.
  
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• Patients, health organizations band together to bring breakthrough treatments to Canada sooner

  22-10-2020 03:26 via globalnews.ca
  
  More than a dozen health organizations and patient groups across Canada have united to call on governments to increase access to life-changing drugs.
  
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• 'Angry and disappointed': Critics lash out against leaked curriculum advice

  22-10-2020 03:07
  
  Alberta Education Minister Adriana LaGrange is defending the work of a panel providing advice on the province’s new curriculum after leaked documents were criticized by education experts and the Alberta Teachers’ Association. The documents were obtained and first reported on by CBC News Wednesday and include suggested changes to the kindergarten to Grade 5 social studies curriculum. “Advice is advice,” LaGrange told reporters. “No final decisions have been made.&rdq
  
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• 'He was one of the best people I knew': Backcountry skiing community mourns the loss of a friend

  22-10-2020 02:22
  
  The unthinkable happened Monday on a backcountry trail in Kananaskis Country, when 40-year-old Invermere, B.C. firefighter Konan Wendt, an experienced and cautious skier, died. The incident devastated his friend Patrick Skelton, who was on the hill with Wendt at the time. "It was truly a freak accident," said Skelton. "We were going back down the way we came up. We were spaced out by 100 feet. We still had visual contact with each other." Both men worked with CMH Heli-Skiing and Summer Adventure
  
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• Alberta to cut 930 public service jobs in agriculture, forestry, community service

  22-10-2020 02:15 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Alberta Union of Provincial Employees says the government is cutting 930 public service jobs, in the departments of agriculture and forestry, children’s services, and community and social services. Tom Vernon reports.
  
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• Proposed new Alberta social studies curriculum called ‘embarrassing’ and ‘ideological’

  22-10-2020 02:11 via globalnews.ca
  
  A document leaked to the CBC recommends, in part, not teaching elementary students in Alberta about residential schools. Fletcher Kent has reaction to the policy advice.
  
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• Jason Kenney isolating after cabinet minister and close contact tests positive for COVID-19

  22-10-2020 02:08 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney is isolating at home after Municipal Affairs Minister Tracy Allard tested positive for COVID-19.
  
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• 39 Chinese are Thailand's 1st foreign tourists in 7 months - Lethbridge News Now

  22-10-2020 02:06
  
  39 Chinese are Thailand's 1st foreign tourists in 7 months  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Alberta premier refuses to impose restrictions despite COVID-19 surge

  22-10-2020 02:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta’s COVID-19 cases have been surging, largely due to “superspreader” events. But as health officials warn of a crisis before Christmas, Premier Jason Kenney is pushing back against imposing restrictions. Heather Yourex-West reports.
  
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