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• More wheelchair ramps coming to Calgary neighbourhoods

  10-06-2021 23:47
  
  The city of Calgary hopes to install a total of 400 wheelchair ramps by the end of the year, a spokesperson confirmed to CTV. The city said 268 ramps were installed in 2020. The municipal government will be installing 13 wheelchair ramps in the Glendale Meadows neighbourhood, where Llano Gorman lives. Gorman uses an electric scooter, and says not all of the sidewalks in his neighbourhood are accessible. “I still cannot get from here to my pharmacy or to the place that I go grocery sho
  
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• Alta. premier sends cease, desist letter over story claiming he broke COVID-19 rules

  10-06-2021 23:37
  
  An online publication has been sent a cease-and-desist letter by the lawyers of Alberta's premier over a story it ran alleging Jason Kenney and other top government officials broke the province's COVID-19 rules. Kenney called the Western Standard's story "a fabrication from beginning to end" during a news conference Thursday afternoon. His lawyers said it was "unsubstantiated gossip." They demanded the Western Standard remove the article and related tweets, and issue a written retraction and apo
  
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• Family of victim struck and killed by driver frustrated with lack of charges

  10-06-2021 23:33
  
  It’s been almost four months since a family of three were hit while waiting on a median to cross the street at the intersection of Macleod Trail and Glenmore Trail. Although Calgary police arrested the 28-year-old driver near the scene, no charges have been laid. “He literally hit us,” said Aliyah Ramirez-Bernard, who was with her boyfriend and her daughter when they were struck from behind. “I don’t know what is taking so long and it’s frustrating me.”
  
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• 'Something I'm very proud of': Group set to celebrate 50th anniversary of Elbow River Trail

  10-06-2021 23:21
  
  It was the summer of 1971 when 40 University of Calgary students were joined by 10 high school students who all went to work linking city landmarks with a trail system. Brent McCorquodale and Rob McKenzie applied for a federal government grant called Opportunities for Youth to create a trail along the Elbow River, from the Glenmore Reservoir to the Calgary Zoo. "We weren't trying to re-invent the wheel or anything," said McCorquodale. "Lets use what we've got and improve it and there's some plac
  
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• Siksika Nation man faces multiple charges after robbery complaint, warrant isssued

  10-06-2021 23:06
  
  A man from Siksika Nation faces a number of charges following an investigation by Gleichen RCMP after reports of a robbery that took place on May 19. Police received a complaint that a 29-year-old man robbed a 17-year-old. An investigation led to Mitchell Kirby Oldwoman of Siksika Nation being charged with the following: ·         Robbery ·         Mischief to property On May 26, police responded to a s
  
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• Canada-wide warrant issued for southern Alberta man after serving armed robbery sentence

  10-06-2021 22:21
  
  Gleichen RCMP confirms a Canada-wide warrant has been issued for the arrest of a local man recently released from federal prison. Justin Lee Nathan Cutter of the Siksika Nation is wanted on a charge of being unlawfully at large after violating conditions of his parole. The 28-year-old, who served a sentence for armed robbery, is described as:Approximately 191 centimetres (6'3") tall; Weighing roughly 86 kilograms (190 pounds); and Having brown eyes and black hair.Anyone who encounters Cutter sho
  
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• Coaldale house fire deemed suspicious, “illegal residents” evicted - Lethbridge News Now

  10-06-2021 22:13 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Coaldale house fire deemed suspicious, “illegal residents” evicted  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Kirk Muller named associate coach for Calgary Flames, Cail MacLean hired as an assistant

  10-06-2021 22:09
  
  The Calgary Flames have added a big name, with NHL experience as both an all-star calibre player and bench boss, to their coaching staff. Kirk Muller was named as associate coach on Thursday, and Cail MacLean will work an assistant coach. Muller has an extensive coaching resume dating to his time as an assistant coach with the Montreal Canadiens, where he spent five seasons from 2006-07 until 2010-11. He then was head coach for Carolina for three seasons, then spent two years as an assistant in
  
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• Calgary doctor fined $5K, ordered to pay more than $27K in costs

  10-06-2021 21:33
  
  A Calgary doctor has been fined $5,000 and will have to pay more than $27,000 in costs after being found guilty of unprofessional conduct by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta. The ruling by CPSA against Dr. Joanne Suk-Wah Tse, a general practitioner, was released on Thursday. The release says Tse was found guilty "earlier this year after failing to comply with a Terms of Resolution Agreement (TORA) signed in 2017. An earlier release from CPSA said Tse "had failed to provide certa
  
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• Calgary Pride announces 2021 schedule

  10-06-2021 20:53
  
  Calgary Pride is set to make a triumphant return on August 27 in partnership with B!G ART. The 10-day festival will feature films, circus art and a wide range of LGBTQ2S+-centric activities. Following last year’s virtual festival, Pride 2021 will have a mix of both in person and virtual events, officials say. “We can think of no better way to use our COVID-19 safe venue than to celebrate Calgary’s diverse and creative residents as a community united in PRIDE," B!G ART said in a
  
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• Coulee Clean-Up: CARSTAR Lethbridge gives back to community - Collision Repair Mag

  10-06-2021 20:49 via collisionrepairmag.com
  
  Coulee Clean-Up: CARSTAR Lethbridge gives back to community  Collision Repair Mag
  
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• No public risk following suspicious death investigation in southern Alberta: RCMP

  10-06-2021 20:37 via globalnews.ca
  
  On June 3, RCMP officers were called to a home in Coaldale after neighbours said they hadn't seen any activity at the home in a significant amount of time.
  
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• No suspects being sought in “suspicious” deaths in Coaldale - Lethbridge News Now

  10-06-2021 20:35 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  No suspects being sought in “suspicious” deaths in Coaldale  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Blaine Hyggen running for mayor of Lethbridge this fall - Lethbridge News Now

  10-06-2021 20:35 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Blaine Hyggen running for mayor of Lethbridge this fall  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Keystone XL pipeline is officially dead. What does this mean for Canada?

  10-06-2021 20:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  Keystone XL, a US$8-billion oil pipeline that was set to flow from Alberta to Nebraska, is officially scrapped, the project's owner, TC Energy, confirmed on Wednesday.
  
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• Albertans who received 1st COVID-19 vaccine in April or earlier can book 2nd dose

  10-06-2021 20:15 via globalnews.ca
  
  Premier Jason Kenney announced Thursday that Alberta was speeding up the rollout of second doses of COVID-19 vaccine.
  
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• Alberta officials to update COVID-19 vaccine rollout Thursday

  10-06-2021 20:15 via globalnews.ca
  
  About 67.2 per cent of eligible Albertans over 12 have received at least one dose. Nearly 16 per cent have been fully vaccinated.
  
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• Studio Bell tuned up to reopen Canada Day with free admission

  10-06-2021 20:04
  
  The National Music Centre (NMC) will welcome music fans back to Studio Bell on Canada Day following its pandemic-related mandated closure   Admission will be free opening day and every weekend through July 25. The free tickets must be reserved in advance at Studio Bell – General Admission. NMC will be using a timed-ticketed system where tickets must be booked in advance and guests must arrive on time. Those without reservation may not be guaranteed to get in at their preferred time or
  
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• Situation at Medicine Hat courthouse cleared, police say

  10-06-2021 19:59
  
  Members of the Medicine Hat Police Service, along with firefighters and EMS, responded to an incident at that city's courthouse connected to "a direct threat." Officials say crews responded to the building, located at 460 First Street S.E., Thursday morning. There are no details about the threat that was made other than it was received through a telephone call. Residents were told to avoid the area while the investigation was ongoing. Shortly before 12:30 p.m., officials said the situation had b
  
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• Phone threat prompts emergency response at Medicine Hat courthouse

  10-06-2021 19:59
  
  Members of the Medicine Hat Police Service, along with firefighters and EMS, have responded to an incident at that city's courthouse connected to "a direct threat." Officials say crews responded to the building, located at 460 First Street S.E., Thursday morning. There are no details about the threat that was made other than it was received through a telephone call. The public is asked to avoid the area until further notice.Police, Fire & EMS are on scene at #medhat Court House, 460 1st Stre
  
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• Cowboys Music Festival cancelled once again due to COVID-19

  10-06-2021 19:53
  
  For the second straight year, the Cowboys Music Festival will not go ahead during the Calgary Stampede due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. "This announcement breaks out hearts and we are as saddened about this as you are," read a statement posted to social media on Thursday. "We truly never imagined we would be missing all of our #teamcowboys fans for the second straight year." Officials said they tried to work around federal, provincial and city health restrictions but a solution couldn't be
  
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• 15,000 young people waiting for Big Brother Big Sister mentor

  10-06-2021 19:04 via globalnews.ca
  
  More than 15,000 young people are now on the waitlist for a Big Brother or Big Sister. The charity says while referrals have spiked, funding has dropped.
  
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• Grab & Go Pick Up returns at Lethbridge Public Library June 16 - Lethbridge News Now

  10-06-2021 18:49 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Grab & Go Pick Up returns at Lethbridge Public Library June 16  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• 3 charged after drugs, weapons, stolen property seized in Lethbridge - CTV Toronto

  10-06-2021 18:49 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  3 charged after drugs, weapons, stolen property seized in Lethbridge  CTV Toronto
  
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• 3 charged after drugs, weapons, stolen property seized in Lethbridge

  10-06-2021 18:49
  
  Three people have been charged and charges are pending against a fourth after an investigation into alleged drug trafficking in Lethbridge. Police served a search warrant at a home in the 900 block of 7A Street S. on Thursday where drugs, weapons and cash were seized, including:10.8 grams of fentanyl; 22.7 grams of methamphetamine; 4.4 grams of psilocybin (magic mushrooms) Four morphine pills; Pellet gun; Brass knuckles, and; Bear spray.The drugs had a street value of $3,700 and police also seiz
  
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• 'Welcome to Stage 2, Alberta': Province moves ahead in reopening plan, 2nd dose delivery ramped up

  10-06-2021 18:42
  
  Albertans who received their COVID-19 vaccine in April or earlier are now eligible to book their second-dose appointment, the premier announced Thursday as the province moved to the next stage of reopening. “Welcome to Stage 2 Alberta,” Premier Jason Kenney said. “We are so much closer to a post-pandemic reality. “This is an exciting time for our province as we move into the last phase of this brutal pandemic.Alberta moves to Stage 2 of reopening on June 10: What will cha
  
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• Kenney, Shandro to join Hinshaw in Thursday COVID-19 update

  10-06-2021 18:42
  
  The Alberta government is giving a pandemic update on Thursday afternoon as Stage 2 begins. Premier Jason Kenney, Health Minister Tyler Shandro and Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Deena Hinshaw will be livestreamed on CTVNewsEdmonton.ca at 3:30 p.m. More than 67 per cent of eligible Albertans have received one COVID-19 vaccine dose and 15.7 per cent are fully immunized. Alberta has 4,204 active cases and 329 patients with COVID-19 in hospital, including 83 in ICU.
  
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• Three charged in south Lethbridge drug bust, charges pending against fourth suspect - Lethbridge News Now

  10-06-2021 18:17 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Three charged in south Lethbridge drug bust, charges pending against fourth suspect  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Northbound QEII closed near Bowden after semi crashes into ditch

  10-06-2021 17:46
  
  Northbound traffic on the QEII has been diverted near Bowden,Alta. as crews work to remove a semi-tractor that left the road Thursday. The detour near the Highway 587 juncture is expected to remain in place for most of the morning. Innisfail RCMP say the driver was not injured and the semi was the only vehicle involved in the crash that occurred shortly after 6 a.m. Heavy fog was reported in the area at the time.
  
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• Driver ticketed, QEII reopens near Bowden after semi crashes into ditch

  10-06-2021 17:46
  
  Northbound traffic on the QEII has resumed near Bowden, Alta. after crews removed a semi-tractor that left the road Thursday. Innisfail RCMP say the driver was not injured and the semi was the only vehicle involved in the crash that occurred shortly after 6 a.m. The driver was issued a violation ticket under the Traffic Safety Act for failing to maintain the centre of lane. A detour near the Highway 587 juncture remained in place for most of the morning. The closed section of the highway reopene
  
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• Calgary Zoo reopens some indoor animal habitats to visitors

  10-06-2021 17:38
  
  Some indoor animal habitats and other buildings have opened to visitors at the Calgary Zoo as part of Stage 2 of the province's reopening plan. That means guests can once again visit the Penguin Plunge, Savannah, Rainforest and ENMAX Conservatory, which had been closed since December as part of COVID-19 health protocols. The Cequel Energy Lodge (North American River Otters) and Panda Passage (Komodo Dragons) will not be reopening due to ongoing construction projects. Timed tickets must be bought
  
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• Alberta's economic outlook a ‘mix of sun and cloud’: ATB report

  10-06-2021 17:17
  
  ATB Financial is forecasting a ‘mix of sun and cloud’ for Alberta's economy in the years to come, according to a new report. Compared to its previous study released in March, the new report is more optimistic when it comes to how Alberta will emerge financially from the global pandemic. "Since we did the forecast earlier in the year, some positive developments have happened," said Rob Roach, ATB Financial's deputy chief economist. "One big one, which is always important for Alberta,
  
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• Privacy watchdog says RCMP's use of facial-recognition tool broke law

  10-06-2021 16:07
  
  The federal privacy watchdog says the RCMP broke the law by using cutting-edge facial-recognition software to collect personal information. In a report today, privacy commissioner Daniel Therrien says there were serious and systemic failings by the RCMP to ensure compliance with the Privacy Act before it gathered information from U.S. firm Clearview AI. Clearview AI's technology allows for the collection of huge numbers of images from various sources that can help police forces, financial instit
  
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• Is Wikipedia as ‘unreliable’ as you’ve been told? Experts suggest the opposite may be true

  10-06-2021 15:17 via globalnews.ca
  
  Should you really be skipping Wikipedia on your hunt for sources? Experts chime in.
  
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• Stabbing victim in life-threatening condition following overnight attack in Temple

  10-06-2021 15:15
  
  One man is in hospital with life-threatening wounds following an early morning stabbing in a northeast neighbourhood. Emergency crews responded to a location along Templemont Road N.E, in the community of Temple, shortly before 1 a.m. following reports of a fight involving two people. A man suffering from stab wounds was found on scene and transported by ambulance to hospital. His assailant fled the scene prior to the arrival of the police. A description of the suspect has not been released. Any
  
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• ATB Financial raises outlook for economic growth in Alberta

  10-06-2021 15:07 via globalnews.ca
  
  ATB Financial expects the province's real gross domestic product to grow five per cent this year, up from an earlier forecast for growth of 4.1 per cent.
  
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• Movie showings, indoor dining and more customers in stores: Stage 2 of Alberta's reopening plan arrives

  10-06-2021 14:49
  
  Many of the restrictions that have been in place in Alberta for months have been eased as the province has entered Stage 2 of its reopening plan. Albertans may now check out a blockbuster film in cinemas with just a third of the seats made available to guests. Places of worship, arenas, theatres, museums, art galleries and libraries are all allowed to reopen with one-third occupancy. Shops and stores may increase capacity to one-third of the operating capacity, and personal wellness services can
  
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• Go for a dip: Stan Siwik Pool in Lethbridge reopens to the public - Lethbridge News Now

  10-06-2021 14:42 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Go for a dip: Stan Siwik Pool in Lethbridge reopens to the public  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Pope rejects German cardinal's resignation, urges reform - Lethbridge News Now

  10-06-2021 14:03 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Pope rejects German cardinal's resignation, urges reform  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• More COVID restrictions lifted in Alberta as Stage 2 starts Thursday - Lethbridge News Now

  10-06-2021 14:01 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  More COVID restrictions lifted in Alberta as Stage 2 starts Thursday  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Not just the pandemic: Why housing prices are skyrocketing, and what could come next

  10-06-2021 13:40
  
  Let's start with the part you already know: real estate has gone completely bonkers. In many parts of Canada, this spring has brought unprecedented levels of appreciation for those who already own homes, along with unprecedented levels of unaffordability for those who hope to one day join that class. The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) reports that in March, the average sale price of a home in Canada was 31.6 per cent higher than it was one year earlier – a record by any measure &n
  
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• COVID-19: Alberta moves into Stage 2 of reopening — Here’s what you can and can’t do

  10-06-2021 13:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta's "Open for Summer" plan is moving ahead swiftly with more COVID-19 public health restrictions being lifted provincewide.
  
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• Alberta to lift some restrictions; Manitoba to release reopening plan - Lethbridge News Now

  10-06-2021 10:12 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Alberta to lift some restrictions; Manitoba to release reopening plan  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Stolen vehicles and trailers recovered by Lethbridge police - Illinoisnewstoday.com

  10-06-2021 08:22 via illinoisnewstoday.com
  Stolen vehicles and trailers recovered by Lethbridge police  Illinoisnewstoday.com
  
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• Grichuk homers, Blue Jays beat sloppy White Sox 6-2 - Lethbridge News Now

  10-06-2021 06:43 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Grichuk homers, Blue Jays beat sloppy White Sox 6-2  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Meat company JBS Foods confirms it paid US$11M ransom in cyberattack

  10-06-2021 04:05 via globalnews.ca
  
  JBS, the world's largest meat processing company, said it paid the equivalent of $13.3 million CAD to hackers who broke into its computer system in May.
  
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• Alberta snowbirds immunized outside Canada can now register to count towards the province's vaccine totals

  10-06-2021 03:06
  
  It’s taken months, but an Airdrie couple says their COVID-19 immunizations have finally been recognized by provincial officials, bringing Alberta that much closer to life as normal. It's something snowbirds have been pushing for as Alberta inches towards vaccination benchmarks tied to its three-step reopening plan. Ernie Messner is one of those Albertans who has been fully immunized since February, but doesn't yet count towards the province's total because he received his shots in Arizona.
  
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• Thousands of open COVID-19 vaccine appointments raise questions about Alberta 2nd doses

  10-06-2021 03:03 via globalnews.ca
  
  Thousands of COVID-19 vaccine appointments are sitting open at immunization clinics, but some looking for a second dose are being forced to wait.
  
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• Alberta’s Opposition, researchers react after TC Energy walks away from Keystone XL pipeline

  10-06-2021 02:58 via globalnews.ca
  
  The NDP raised questions after the provincial government announced Alberta will be out over $1 billion after TC Energy walked away from the Keystone XL pipeline.
  
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• Tiny pathway, big grievances: Pathway changes prompt development angst

  10-06-2021 02:56
  
  A tiny gravel footpath lined with lilac bushes in West Hillhurst has become a focal point for area opposition to increasing development. The path that connects 19 Street N.W. to 18 Street is actually on the books as a city street, listed  as  Third Avenue, though one would never know by looking at it. “It's almost like a little country lane. Like it feels like kind of a cottage house in something you might find it England perhaps,” said West Hillhurst resident Michael Wing
  
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