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• Man swept into river while trying to help dog near Drayton Valley: RCMP

  09-07-2021 23:47 via globalnews.ca
  
  RCMP are asking anyone who is on the North Saskatchewan River in the area or downstream to keep an eye out for any signs of the missing man. 
  
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• Atco Energy Solutions to use organic waste to produce ‘renewable natural gas’

  09-07-2021 23:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  Atco Energy Solutions has announced the construction of a new facility that will use the byproducts from organic waste to produce "renewable'' natural gas.
  
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• Alberta woman recalls harrowing rescue after falling into Jasper river: ‘This is how I’m going to die’

  09-07-2021 23:40 via globalnews.ca
  
  An Alberta woman who slipped and fell into a Jasper river, and the man who helped save her, are recounting the harrowing experience.
  
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• Crews investigating train fire near Sparwood, BC - Lethbridge News Now

  09-07-2021 23:22
  
  Crews investigating train fire near Sparwood, BC  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• The Weekly with LNN – July 9, 2021 - Lethbridge News Now

  09-07-2021 23:06
  
  The Weekly with LNN – July 9, 2021  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Inglewood residents express concerns over city plans for new bike pump track

  09-07-2021 22:54
  
  Bicycle pump tracks located across Calgary are amongst the most popular sites for outdoor recreational activity, but some residents in the southeast community of Inglewood aren’t on board with having one in their neighbourhood. Construction for the new site located in a greenspace at the corner of Seventh Avenue and 20th Street S.E., is set to begin later this summer, with completion set for this fall. The news came as a surprise to local resident Jenny Day, who says the city failed to pro
  
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• Authorities bust suspected fentanyl 'superlab' south of Calgary

  09-07-2021 22:16
  
  Police are now analyzing a "wide variety of chemicals" seized as part of an investigation into an alleged large-scale fentanyl operation that was discovered south of the city of Calgary. The Alberta Law Enforcement Response Teams (ALERT) says it executed at least 13 search warrants on properties throughout Alberta, including at one location, identified by authorities as a "fentanyl superlab." The search locations include homes and businesses in Calgary and Edmonton while the operation was discov
  
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• COVID-19: Alberta looks to community physicians to boost 1st dose vaccine uptake

  09-07-2021 22:09 via globalnews.ca
  
  The health minister said Alberta physicians in regions where there is low COVID-19 vaccine uptake are being asked to help boost immunization coverage.
  
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• ATCO to use organic waste to produce 'renewable natural gas'

  09-07-2021 21:54
  
  ATCO Energy Solutions has announced the construction of a new facility that will use the byproducts from organic waste to produce "renewable" natural gas. The facility, a first for the Calgary-based company, will be built north of Vegreville, Alta. and should be up and running by late 2022. It will process agricultural manure and other organic waste products from nearby municipalities, harvesting the methane emissions that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere. According to ATCO, the f
  
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• New interactive program designed to keep families safe on the farm - Lethbridge News Now

  09-07-2021 21:20
  
  New interactive program designed to keep families safe on the farm  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Alberta's UCP government keeps promise to add continuing care beds

  09-07-2021 21:16
  
  The Kenney government says they are making good on one of their 2019 election promises, ensuring that seniors in need of long-term care will have the space they need in the coming years. Officials say $400 million will be spent on operational costs for more than 6,000 continuing care beds. The funding, which was originally announced as part of the UCP government's platform, will help install the beds in 24 communities across Alberta. In 2021, 343 beds will be added in Calgary, Edmonton, High Lev
  
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• Calgary man accused of exposing, touching himself in front of 3 girls

  09-07-2021 19:50
  
  An investigation into two disturbing incidents in northeast Calgary where children were approached by a man in a minivan has resulted in charges against a suspect. The two incidents took place earlier this year in the communities of Saddle Ridge and Temple. A 13-year-old girl was walking home from school on March 5 along Saddlebrook Drive N.E. when the driver of a white Honda Odyssey minivan pulled alongside her and asked for directions. The driver allegedly exposed himself and began to masturba
  
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• Thousands of beds to be added, replaced at Alberta continuing care facilities

  09-07-2021 19:49 via globalnews.ca
  
  More than 6,000 new or replacement continuing care beds will be available in facilities across Alberta over the next few years.
  
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• Lethbridge-Medicine Hat's jobless rate at 5.7% in June, lowest in Alberta - CHAT News Today

  09-07-2021 19:38
  
  Lethbridge-Medicine Hat's jobless rate at 5.7% in June, lowest in Alberta  CHAT News Today
  
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• Hurricanes coach and defenceman named to national Under-18 summer showcase - Lethbridge News Now

  09-07-2021 18:47
  
  Hurricanes coach and defenceman named to national Under-18 summer showcase  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• 22 train car derailment in Calgary's Alyth Yard result of coupler knuckle failure: TSB

  09-07-2021 18:35
  
  The Transportation Safety Board of Canada's investigation into a 2019 derailment in Calgary determined equipment failure caused 22 train cars to derail. On the morning of Jan. 6, 2019, 56 rail cars disconnected and ran uncontrolled down the emergency track and collided with stationary loaded hopper cars in the Canadian Pacific Railway Alyth Classification Yard in southeast Calgary. The impact of the collision caused the derailment of 22 cars and a small amount of fertilizer pellets spilled. No i
  
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• Lethbridge's street-sweeping program completed for the year - Lethbridge News Now

  09-07-2021 18:21
  
  Lethbridge's street-sweeping program completed for the year  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Light up the sky: Stampede fireworks display in Lethbridge tonight - Lethbridge News Now

  09-07-2021 18:05
  
  Light up the sky: Stampede fireworks display in Lethbridge tonight  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Plenty of sunshine to kick start the Calgary Stampede

  09-07-2021 18:02
  
  Sunshine and heat are in store for the first days of Stampede. A mix of sun and cloud is expected through Friday afternoon as temperatures reach the upper 20s across central and southern Alberta. Thunderstorms are possible in the afternoon and early evening before diminishing tonight. Clouds clear this evening, leaving behind perfect conditions for the Bell Fireworks Spectacular starting at 11pm in Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer and Lethbridge. Hot temperatures and plenty of sunshine for Calgary an
  
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• Nursing shortage causes closure of six acute care beds in Rocky Mountain House, Alta.

  09-07-2021 17:36
  
  The Rocky Mountain House Health Centre is temporarily reducing its acute care beds due to a shortage of registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs). The health centre closed access to six acute care beds on Sunday and plans to keep those spaces closed for one month or until safe staffing levels are stabilized. Alberta Health Services called the temporary measure a “last resort” in a media release, July 4. In the same statement, AHS said they are continuing every effo
  
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• Province seeking parents, teachers for education system advisory councils - Lethbridge News Now

  09-07-2021 17:28
  
  Province seeking parents, teachers for education system advisory councils  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Sexual assault suspect charged in 1991 attack on young Calgary mother

  09-07-2021 16:15
  
  More than 30 years after a woman was sexually assaulted in her southeast home, charges have been laid against the man who allegedly attacked her. According to police, a masked man broke into a home in the community of Southview on the morning of May 4, 1991. A woman and her toddler were inside at the time and the intruder allegedly sexually assaulted the young mother before running off. Investigators were unsuccessful in their efforts to identify the man for decades until advancements in DNA tec
  
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• Intersection closed near Confederation Park following serious crash along 14 Street Northwest

  09-07-2021 15:15
  
  Emergency crews are on scene of a serious crash in the city's northwest. The collision occurred at around 6:30 a.m. Friday near the intersection of 14th Street and 24th Avenue N.W. near Confederation Park. Details regarding the number of vehicles involved and the condition of all drivers and any passengers have not been confirmed. Drivers are encouraged to avoid the area as the intersection has been closed to traffic.Traffic Advisory: 14 Street is closed between 24 Ave. & Rosehill Drive N.W.
  
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• Intersection closed near Confederation Park following fiery crash along 14 Street Northwest

  09-07-2021 15:15
  
  Emergency crews are on scene of a serious crash in the city's northwest. The collision occurred at around 6:30 a.m. Friday near the intersection of 14th Street and 24th Avenue N.W. near Confederation Park. Calgary Fire Department officials confirm two vehicles were involved in the crash and one car was on fire when firefighters arrived. The conditions of the two drivers and any passengers have not been confirmed. Drivers are encouraged to avoid the area as the intersection has been closed to tra
  
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• 1 dead in fiery head-on crash near Confederation Park

  09-07-2021 15:15
  
  A serious Friday morning crash in the city's northwest claimed the life of one driver. The collision occurred shortly before 6:30 a.m. Friday along 14th Street N.W. near Confederation Park. Calgary Police Service officials conifrm a northbound 2009 Ford Taurus entered the southbound lanes and collided with an oncoming 2015 BMW X1. The Ford Taurus caught fire and the driver — who police say was not wearing a seatbelt — was pulled from the wreckage by bystanders. He was pronounced dead
  
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• 1 dead in fiery crash along 14th Street Northwest near Confederation Park

  09-07-2021 15:15
  
  Emergency crews are on scene of a serious crash in the city's northwest that claimed one life. The collision occurred at around 6:30 a.m. Friday near the intersection of 14th Street and 24th Avenue N.W. near Confederation Park. Calgary Fire Department officials confirm two vehicles were involved in the crash and one car was on fire when firefighters arrived. According to EMS, one man was pronounced dead on scene. The other driver, also an adult male, was transported by ambulance to hospital in s
  
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• 1 dead in fiery crash along 14 Street Northwest near Confederation Park

  09-07-2021 15:15
  
  Emergency crews are on scene of a serious crash in the city's northwest that claimed one life. The collision occurred at around 6:30 a.m. Friday near the intersection of 14th Street and 24th Avenue N.W. near Confederation Park. Calgary Fire Department officials confirm two vehicles were involved in the crash and one car was on fire when firefighters arrived. According to EMS, one man was pronounced dead on scene. The other driver, also an adult male, was transported by ambulance to hospital in s
  
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• Back in the saddle: Calgary Stampede returns after cancelled 2020 event

  09-07-2021 14:47
  
  The 2021 Calgary Stampede is set to become the largest event held in Canada since the start of the pandemic. After months of uncertainty regarding the state of the event during as a result of the spread of COVID-19 in Alberta and across the country, a slightly altered edition of the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth will kick off Friday. Stampede Park will welcome visitors Friday morning following a virtual edition of the traditional Calgary Stampede Parade that will be held on the grounds without
  
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• ‘We’re ready to go’: Calgary Stampede kicks off Friday with enhanced safety measures

  09-07-2021 14:29 via globalnews.ca
  
  The rides are up, the stuffed animals are displayed at the games tables and concession booths are loaded with supplies.
  
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• Canadian economy added 230,700 jobs in June, all part-time: StatCan

  09-07-2021 10:37
  
  Statistics Canada says the economy added 230,700 jobs in June as restrictions put in place to slow the pandemic were rolled back across the country. The gain came as the number of part-time positions rose 263,900, bringing it basically back to pre-pandemic levels, while the number of full-time jobs fell 33,200. Statistics Canada said Friday the part-time gains were driven by jumps in jobs in the hard-hit retail and food services sectors and concentrated among youth. The 101,000 jobs increase in
  
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• Chahal to run for federal Liberals in Skyview

  09-07-2021 05:55
  
  Calgary city councillor George Chahal is trading in a seat at city hall for a shot at Parliament Hill. Ward 5 Councillor Chahal announced Thursday evening that he's going to be the Liberal candidate for Calgary Skyview riding in the next federal election, which means giving up his council seat. "I've been honoured to represent the residents of Ward 5 at City Hall since 2017," Chahal said in a release issued Thursday evening. "These haven't been easy years in Calgary. As we emerge from the COVID-
  
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• Put away your lawn chairs: 2021 Calgary Stampede parade to take place virtually

  09-07-2021 02:57
  
  Along with physical distancing, increased sanitization and other health protocols, the Calgary Stampede will be looking different this time around and that also applies to one of its premiere events. Officials say this year's parade will be a broadcast-only experience as bands and horses will make their way along a modified path through Stampede Park. No in-person spectators will be allowed because the parade will take place before the park is open to the public. While this is only expected to b
  
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• 'Great opportunity': Alberta's agri-food industry to kickstart economic recovery: report

  09-07-2021 02:26
  
  While many of Alberta's major industries slowed down during the pandemic, there's one big outlier: Agri-food. A new report from the University of Calgary's School of Public Policy says the province's agri-food producers will play a major part in Alberta's economic recovery. The province has the talent, land and climate to do so, the report says. "There's great opportunity to use those resources and really kickstart back into a growing economy in 2021...and into the future," said Karen Spencer wi
  
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• Alberta premier shuffles cabinet amid renewed focus on economic recovery

  09-07-2021 02:04 via globalnews.ca
  
  Jason Kenney shuffled his cabinet, adding six people, removing two and moving a few others around. Alberta’s premier says it’s all about renewal but his critics say it appears far more political. Fletcher Kent has the details.
  
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• Groups concerned about potential changes to OHV ban in Castle Parks - Global News

  09-07-2021 01:54
  
  Groups concerned about potential changes to OHV ban in Castle Parks  Global News
  
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• Groups concerned about potential changes to OHV ban in Castle Parks

  09-07-2021 01:54 via globalnews.ca
  
  In 2018, the Castle Management Plan was released, saying off-highway vehicles (OHVs) were a threat to conservation in the Castle Provincial Parks.
  
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• Political analysis of Alberta cabinet shuffle

  09-07-2021 01:47 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announced new cabinet appointments and some changes on Thursday. Is this the start of a two-year election campaign? Political scientist Duane Bratt joins us to break down the cabinet shuffle.
  
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• Solar energy in southern Alberta: ‘The best place in Canada to do this kind of work’

  09-07-2021 01:31 via globalnews.ca
  
  Southern Alberta is known for its wind farms, but in the last few years, people are starting to look at a different form of green energy and how it can be used.
  
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• Groups concerned about changes to OHV ban in Castle Parks

  09-07-2021 01:05 via globalnews.ca
  
  There are renewed concerns about off-highway vehicles in the Castle Parks region. The previous NDP government was intent on phasing them out after the release of 2018’s Castle Management Plan, but as Erik Bay reports, there are now fears those plans may have stalled.
  
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• A bright future for southern Alberta

  09-07-2021 01:04 via globalnews.ca
  
  Southern Alberta is known for the wind, but in the last few years people are starting to look at a different green energy, and how it can be used. As Jessica Robb reports, the future is looking bright for the south of the province.
  
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• 40th Fringe Festival, weeks after reopening, to be smaller affair

  09-07-2021 00:53
  
  The 2021 Fringe Festival will take place Aug. 12 to 22 as an in-person and digital event. The hybrid festival will have capacity limits and fewer indoor venues.  “It’s going to be very different but we are going to do it,” artistic director Murray Utas said. The Fringe was forced to cancel its 2020 festival due to the pandemic. “Our industry was literally shut down completely. Artists did some work online and figured out some digital stuff but we&rsquo
  
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• Competitors ready to make some hay as 2021 Stampede rodeo kicks off Friday

  09-07-2021 00:47
  
  Steer wrestler Scott Guenthner grew up in Consort, Alberta and was always a big fan of the Stampede rodeo. Rodeo runs in the Guenthner family.  Scott's dad won the steer wrestling competition  back in 1983 and the younger Guenthner says that four decades later, he would love be get a buckle just like his dad got. "It would be a dream come true.  Of course you think of it and you see people when you're little and winning Calgary and stuff," Guenthner said. "Actually my Dad won Calg
  
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• Toews: Respect for nurses, but wage rollback proposal about economic realities - Lethbridge News Now

  09-07-2021 00:24
  
  Toews: Respect for nurses, but wage rollback proposal about economic realities  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• New Provincial court judges appointed, including one for Lethbridge - Lethbridge News Now

  09-07-2021 00:22
  
  New Provincial court judges appointed, including one for Lethbridge  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Expect Taber corn to be ready for supper in early August - Lethbridge News Now

  09-07-2021 00:05
  
  Expect Taber corn to be ready for supper in early August  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• COVID-19 in Alberta: 23 new cases as province hits 2nd dose vaccination milestone

  09-07-2021 00:02
  
  Alberta reported 23 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday as the province reached a vaccination milestone.  More than one-quarter of the population of each eligible age group has now received a second dose of COVID-19 vaccine. More than 38,000 second doses of vaccine were given out Wednesday, bringing the per cent of eligible Albertans to be fully immunized up to 52 per cent. Infographics: COVID-19 in Alberta by the numbers COVID-19 in Edmonton: Numbers broken down by neighbourhoodAbout 4,
  
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