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• Brier champion skip Brendan Bottcher weighs in on surprise split with vice-skip Darren Moulding

  06-12-2021 23:48 via globalnews.ca
  
  Bottcher apologized Sunday afternoon for the statement's wording during a solo media availability on a Curling Canada Zoom call.
  
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• Stock markets rally on hopes about Omicron variant as crude oil prices climb

  06-12-2021 23:31 via globalnews.ca
  
  Canada's main stock index surged as reassurances about the latest COVID-19 variant powered the energy sector higher and prompted a broad-based rally.
  
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• COVID-19 vaccination rate relatively low among younger children in Alberta

  06-12-2021 23:11
  
  Since COVID-19 vaccines were approved by Health Canada for use in those aged five to 11 year old, only about 12 per cent of that population in Alberta have received their first jab.  As of Friday, 46,593 kids had rolled up their sleeve for a first dose, which equates to 11.9 per cent of Albertans in that age category. Health Minister Jason Copping says the province is looking at ways to specifically target that age group and get them vaccinated.  “We’ll be making an announc
  
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• Military's water purification system up and running again in Iqaluit - Lethbridge News Now

  06-12-2021 22:58 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Military's water purification system up and running again in Iqaluit  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Emmett Till investigation closed by Justice Department - Lethbridge News Now

  06-12-2021 22:33 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Emmett Till investigation closed by Justice Department  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Alberta catalyst for Clare's Law wanted for more domestic assaults

  06-12-2021 22:09
  
  A 52-year-old man with a history of assaulting women is wanted by RCMP for two separate domestic assaults. Michael Richard Cole was convicted of brutally beating Dianne Denovan in 2016. The two met through an online dating site and the assault happened about seven months into the relationship. He was sentenced to three years in prison for the assault and was released in November 2019. Denovan says she first learned of his dangerous past at Cole's parole hearing. "I didn't find out until his paro
  
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• O’Toole asks House to investigate toxic workplace allegations against Alberta MP

  06-12-2021 22:03 via globalnews.ca
  
  Conservative Leader Erin O'Toole says he's asked the House of Commons to probe allegations that Alberta MP Shannon Stubbs created a toxic work environment for her staff.
  
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• Struggling Vancouver Canucks hope Boudreau can kickstart dismal season - Lethbridge News Now

  06-12-2021 21:46 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  Struggling Vancouver Canucks hope Boudreau can kickstart dismal season  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• 'Not getting on a plane any time soon': Deportation decision delayed in Humboldt Broncos case

  06-12-2021 21:24
  
  A decision on whether a former truck driver who caused the deadly Humboldt Broncos bus crash should be deported to India likely won't be coming until the new year. A lawyer for Jaskirat Singh Sidhu, 33, had sent a voluminous amount of paperwork to the Canada Border Services Agency earlier this year arguing why he should be allowed to stay in Canada once his sentence has been served. Sidhu was sentenced to eight years after pleading guilty to dangerous driving causing death and bodily harm in the
  
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• CP train derails near hamlet southeast of Calgary

  06-12-2021 21:21 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Emergency Alert said in an alert issued at 11:25 a.m. that 39 cars carrying residual amounts of liquid petroleum or ammonia were involved in the derailment.
  
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• Calgary Transit fares increasing in January 2022

  06-12-2021 21:01
  
  Calgary Transit says riders will see a rise in ticket prices next year. The increase in transit fares starts on Jan. 1, 2022, and will see each customer paying about 10 cents more per ride. A single adult ticket will increase from $3.50 to $3.60 and a single youth ticket will increase from $2.40 to $2.45. An adult day pass will rise from $11 to $11.25 while a youth day pass rises from $8 to $8.25. A monthly adult pass will go from $109 to $112 while a monthly youth pass will increase from $79 to
  
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• Canadians Smith, Campbell, Norman Jr., to play at World Darts Championships - Lethbridge News Now

  06-12-2021 20:56 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Canadians Smith, Campbell, Norman Jr., to play at World Darts Championships  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• White House confirms U.S. intends diplomatic boycott of Beijing Olympics - Lethbridge News Now

  06-12-2021 20:19 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  White House confirms U.S. intends diplomatic boycott of Beijing Olympics  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Justice Department sues Texas over new redistricting maps - Lethbridge News Now

  06-12-2021 20:19 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Justice Department sues Texas over new redistricting maps  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Lethbridge police say annual Christmas Check Stop campaign off to a strong start - CTV News Calgary

  06-12-2021 20:13 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  Lethbridge police say annual Christmas Check Stop campaign off to a strong start  CTV News Calgary
  
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• Derailment near Ensign, Alta. involves 39 CP Rail cars carrying liquid petroluem

  06-12-2021 20:00
  
  Officials are dealing with a train derailment near a small hamlet southeast of Calgary involving 39 CP Rail cars carrying residual amounts of liquid petroleum. It happened about 500 metres north of Ensign, Alta. early Monday, according to an update from Alberta Emergency Alert. No evacuations were needed and roadways were not impacted. Crews will be flaring the cars through the day and service is expected to resume by 5 p.m. No other information was available. Ensign is about 107 kilometres sout
  
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• Derailment near Ensign, Alta. involves 39 CP Rail cars carrying liquid petroleum

  06-12-2021 20:00
  
  Officials are dealing with a train derailment near a small hamlet southeast of Calgary involving 39 CP Rail cars carrying residual amounts of liquid petroleum. It happened about 500 metres north of Ensign, Alta. early Monday, according to an update from Alberta Emergency Alert. No evacuations were needed and roadways were not impacted. Crews will be flaring the cars through the day and service is expected to resume by 5 p.m. No other information was available. Ensign is about 107 kilometres sout
  
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• US religious group says Haitian gang releases 3 hostages - Lethbridge News Now

  06-12-2021 19:58 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  US religious group says Haitian gang releases 3 hostages  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Young Edmonton actress featured in Netflix film along with Sandra Bullock

  06-12-2021 19:55 via globalnews.ca
  
  Edmonton's Neli Kastrinos, 8, will be featured along with Sandra Bullock in the Netflix film The Unforgivable.
  
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• CP Rail train carrying liquid petroleum derails in Vulcan County - Lethbridge News Now

  06-12-2021 19:44 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  CP Rail train carrying liquid petroleum derails in Vulcan County  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Alice Cooper to perform in Calgary in April with Buckcherry

  06-12-2021 19:42
  
  Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Alice Cooper is coming to Calgary in April for a performance at the WinSport Arena. The concert on April 14 includes special guest Buckcherry and follows an April 12 show at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium in Edmonton. "Known as the architect of shock rock, Cooper (in both the original Alice Cooper band and as a solo artist) has rattled the cages and undermined the authority of generations of guardians of the status quo, continuing to surprise fan
  
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• Canadian international midfielder Julia Grosso signs with Italy's Juventus - Lethbridge News Now

  06-12-2021 19:41 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Canadian international midfielder Julia Grosso signs with Italy's Juventus  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Christmas tree lit at Lethbridge City Hall - Lethbridge News Now

  06-12-2021 19:34 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Christmas tree lit at Lethbridge City Hall  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Alberta surgeon who hung noose in hospital receives four-month suspension

  06-12-2021 19:25 via globalnews.ca
  
  Grande Prairie surgeon Dr. Wynand Wessels has received a four-month suspension from a College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA) hearing tribunal.
  
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• Alberta doctors call for greater access to rapid tests ahead of holidays

  06-12-2021 19:15
  
  With little still known about the new Omicron variant regarding its transmissibility and the severity of disease, there are some doctors who would like to see rapid tests more available to all Albertans. Dr. Raj Bhardwaj would like to see the tests be free and available to avoid a surge in COVID-19 cases over the holidays. “We’re running out of time and will be stuck reacting (again) instead of being proactive for once,” Bhardwaj said in a Tweet.Rapid tests should really be *fr
  
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• 45% of Canadians plan to ask holiday guests to get a COVID-19 test: Survey

  06-12-2021 19:15
  
  With little still known about the new Omicron variant regarding its transmissibility and the severity of disease, there are some doctors who would like to see rapid tests more available to all Albertans. Dr. Raj Bhardwaj would like to see the tests be free and available to avoid a surge in COVID-19 cases over the holidays. “This isn’t Christmas of 12 months ago when we had no vaccines, we have some layers of protection which give people this idea that we can gather safely and rapid t
  
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• LPS Christmas check stop opening weekend screens for impaired drivers - Lethbridge News Now

  06-12-2021 19:11 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  LPS Christmas check stop opening weekend screens for impaired drivers  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Lethbridge's Bev Lanz wins Stars of Alberta Volunteer Award - Lethbridge News Now

  06-12-2021 19:11 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Lethbridge's Bev Lanz wins Stars of Alberta Volunteer Award  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Calgary crews focus on clearing high-volume roads now that snow has stopped

  06-12-2021 18:49
  
  The City of Calgary says crews are focusing on keeping high-volume roads clear Monday now that snow has stopped falling.  Spokesperson Chris McGeachy says crews are focusing their plowing efforts on Priority 1 routes on Monday, such as Crowchild Trail and Glenmore Trial. "Crews will also be focused on other important pieces of transportation infrastructure today, such as designated sections of pathway, designated wheelchair ramps, downtown cycle tracks and sidewalks adjacent to City owned p
  
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• Calgary crews focus on clearing high-volume roads amid snowfall

  06-12-2021 18:49
  
  The City of Calgary says crews are focusing on keeping high-volume roads clear Monday as snowfall and below-freezing temperatures continue.  Spokesperson Chris McGeachy says lower temperatures mean ice could form on roads, sidewalks and cycle tracks. "So use extra caution, especially during those hours after the sun has gone down," McGeachy said in a statement. "Conditions are expected to clear later today." Crews are focusing their efforts on high volume Priority 1 routes on Monday, such a
  
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• Alberta announces more than $22M in funding for University of Calgary

  06-12-2021 18:23
  
  The province has announced a $22 million boost in funding for the University of Calgary to support research infrastructure and technology development. The money comes from Alberta's Research Capacity Program, and will be provided over the course of four years. The government says the money will help build the facilities and infrastructure needed to support 11 research projects, which will attract new talent and investment to the province. "These projects are collaborative in nature and some invo
  
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• 8 new Omicron cases detected in Alberta, schools may have been exposed

  06-12-2021 18:21 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta's chief medical officer of health said 8 new COVID-19 Omicron variant cases had been detected in the province, with potential exposures in north zone schools.
  
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• Take steps to fend off ransomware attacks, federal ministers urge Canadians - Lethbridge News Now

  06-12-2021 17:11 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  Take steps to fend off ransomware attacks, federal ministers urge Canadians  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Cargill workers accept new contract, avoid strike - Lethbridge News Now

  06-12-2021 17:00 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  Cargill workers accept new contract, avoid strike  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Canada to manufacture Merck COVID-19 antivirals if regulator approves - Lethbridge News Now

  06-12-2021 16:50 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  Canada to manufacture Merck COVID-19 antivirals if regulator approves  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Province doubles its commitment for addiction treatment spaces - Lethbridge News Now

  06-12-2021 16:24 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  Province doubles its commitment for addiction treatment spaces  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Canada field hockey team stranded in South Africa set to return home

  06-12-2021 16:02
  
  Strict travel rules by the Canadian government to limit the spread of the COVID-19 virus Omicron variant prompted the national junior field hockey team to seek an exemption to return home. The team was in South Africa for the Junior World Cup, which has been postponed due to the rise in Omicron cases. For them to return home, they must take a molecular test in South Africa, such as a PCR test, then another test after landing in Germany – something German officials would not allow them
  
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• Person in custody following suspicious fire at Ginger Beef Bistro House: CPS

  06-12-2021 15:42
  
  Calgary police say one person is in custody in connection to a suspicious fire at a restaurant on Macleod Trail on Monday. The fire at Ginger Beef Bistro House in the 9600 block of Macleod Trail broke out at around 6:30 a.m. The CFD said flames and heavy smoke could be seen coming from the rear of the building. Firefighters were unable to enter the structure due to the intensity of the flames and the risk of the building collapsing. Aerial streams were used to douse the fire, which appears to ha
  
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• Fire closes southbound lanes of Macleod Trail

  06-12-2021 15:42
  
  A fire at a building on Macleod Trail has closed southbound lanes between 90 Avenue and 94 Avenue.  Police are on scene assisting with the road closure.  Northbound lanes of Macleod Trail remain open in the area. UPDATE: on Macleod Tr b/w 90 Ave and 94 Ave SE, sB Macleod Tr is closed. NB Macleod Trail, all lanes open. #yyctraffic #yycroads pic.twitter.com/0o2tFYZqhD — YYC Transportation (@yyctransport) December 6, 2021 This is a developing story and will be updated once more
  
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• Fire at Ginger Beef Bistro House considered suspicious: CFD

  06-12-2021 15:42
  
  The Calgary Fire Department says a fire at a restaurant on Macleod Trail on Monday is under investigation. The fire at Ginger Beef Bistro House in the 9600 block of Macleod Trail broke out just at around 6:30 a.m. The CFD said flames and heavy smoke could be seen coming from the rear of the building. "Because the fire started apparently from the outside and appeared to move in the fire would be considered suspicious," said Bat. Chief Keith Stahl. "We will be involving out investigators right awa
  
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• Fire at Ginger Beef Bistro House closes southbound lanes of Macleod Trail

  06-12-2021 15:42
  
  A fire at a building on Macleod Trail has closed southbound lanes between 90 Avenue and 94 Avenue.  The fire at Ginger Beef Bistro House in the 9600 block of Macleod Trail broke out just before 7 a.m. Police are on scene assisting with the road closure.  Northbound lanes of Macleod Trail remain open in the area. UPDATE: on Macleod Tr b/w 90 Ave and 94 Ave SE, sB Macleod Tr is closed. NB Macleod Trail, all lanes open. #yyctraffic #yycroads pic.twitter.com/0o2tFYZqhD — YYC Tra
  
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• Mixed precipitation possible tomorrow in Calgary

  06-12-2021 15:06
  
  As we’re caught in a cooler air mass, expect conditions today to pair well with what yesterday brought us. It’ll be quite cool, with enough wind to press our wind chill to the negatives teens throughout the day. A weak stab at flurries is possible this morning, wrapping by the afternoon, and we’ll find our way to sunnier straits by then, too. The next couple of days offer additional interest. Our temperature bounces back to seasonal tomorrow, but we run the risk of snow showers
  
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• Mayor: Vaccine mandates to be required for all NYC employers - Lethbridge News Now

  06-12-2021 15:06 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  Mayor: Vaccine mandates to be required for all NYC employers  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Canadian ambassador to China Dominic Barton tenders resignation - Lethbridge News Now

  06-12-2021 14:53 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Canadian ambassador to China Dominic Barton tenders resignation  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• COVID-19 in Alberta today: Province counts 8 more Omicron cases over weekend

  06-12-2021 14:47
  
    Alberta went from four cases of the Omicron COVID-19 variant to 12 over the weekend. Two schools have been notified that someone in their community was a household contact of one of the new Omicron cases and has tested positive for COVID-19, but officials have not yet determined whether their case is of the new strain. "The schools will notify any potentially exposed groups & additional testing is being recommended. It is recommended that anyone who receives a notification letter go f
  
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• COVID-19 in Alberta: 788 weekend cases, 1 death as Omicron count grows to 11

  06-12-2021 14:47
  
  Alberta reported 788 new cases of COVID-19 and five more deaths on Monday, as the number of Omicron cases in the province grew to 11.  Monday’s report included weekend data from Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Infographics: COVID-19 in Alberta by the numbers COVID-19 in your community: Edmonton’s coronavirus status in numbersThe deaths were in those aged between in their 50s to over 80 years old and bring the total number of deaths due to COVID-19 in Alberta up to 3,263. There
  
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• COVID-19: Alberta adds 8 more Omicron cases over weekend

  06-12-2021 14:47
  
  Alberta went from four cases of the Omicron COVID-19 variant to 12 over the weekend. On Monday, the province's top doctor tweeted that some household members of those cases have tested positive for COVID-19, but have not yet been confirmed as Omicron. An elementary school in the North Zone and a high school have also been notified after two of the contacts attended classes. "The schools will notify any potentially exposed groups & additional testing is being recommended. It is recommended th
  
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• Alberta adds 8 more Omicron cases over weekend

  06-12-2021 14:47
  
  Alberta went from four cases of the Omicron COVID-19 variant to 12 over the weekend. Two schools have been notified that someone in their community was a household contact of one of the new Omicron cases and has tested positive for COVID-19, but officials have not yet determined whether their case is of the new strain. "The schools will notify any potentially exposed groups & additional testing is being recommended. It is recommended that anyone who receives a notification letter go for test
  
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• Residential school records, previously withheld, to be released within 30 days: Miller

  06-12-2021 12:36 via globalnews.ca
  
  The government will also review other residential school records it has withheld, the minister said, which may in fact be able to be released.
  
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• No evidence Liberals knew appeal over residential school payments was dropped: Miller

  06-12-2021 12:36 via globalnews.ca
  
  Marc Miller says there's no evidence the Liberal cabinet was told of a 2015 decision to drop a court case that freed the Catholic Church from compensating survivors.
  
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