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• Calgarians run out in the cold for a good cause

  27-02-2022 23:35
  
  A group of Calgary runners were able to enjoy some warmer weather for an event that helps raise funds for a local emergency shelter. Now in its fourth year, the Inn from the Cold's Natefit Exposed five-kilometre run was held at Edworthy Park because of ongoing construction in Eau Claire. The runners, who were all half-naked for the event, helped to raise money for the facility so it could continue its work to provide shelter for homeless families in Calgary. "There are a lot of vulnerable popula
  
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• Police incident prompts investigation in west Lethbridge

  27-02-2022 22:03
  
  Lethbridge police say the public needs to stay clear of an incident in the west end of that city on Sunday. Officials say police were called to the scene, along the 200 block of Columbia Boulevard West, for an unknown incident, but say there is no risk to the public. Residents are still asked to avoid the area until police have cleared the scene.
  
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• Police incident leads to arrest in west Lethbridge

  27-02-2022 22:03
  
  Lethbridge police say they have arrested a man in connection with an incident on Sunday afternoon. Officials say police were called to the scene, along the 200 block of Columbia Boulevard West, for an unknown incident. Residents were asked to avoid the area until police cleared the scene. At approximately 3 p.m., police said they took a man into custody under the Mental Health Act. No charges are expected to be laid. "Police thank the public for their patience and cooperation in avoiding the are
  
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• Lethbridge police respond to incident on Columbia Boulevard | CTV News - CTV News Calgary

  27-02-2022 22:03
  
  Lethbridge police respond to incident on Columbia Boulevard | CTV News  CTV News Calgary
  
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• Ukrainian community calls on Alberta to ban the sale of Russian-made liquor

  27-02-2022 19:44
  
  Ukrainians in Alberta are calling the province to ban the sale of Russian-made and imported liquor products as Russia's military continues its invasion of Ukraine. The Ukrainian Canadian Congress - Alberta Provincial Council (UCC-APC) says purchasing Russian-made alcoholic beverages benefits Russia's economy. Liquor Depot Canada, Ace, and Wine and Beyond have confirmed to CTV News Edmonton that they have taken the step to remove Russian-made products from their stores. "We call on members in bot
  
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• Russian liquor products banned from Alberta shelves

  27-02-2022 19:44
  
  After calls from the Ukrainian community, Alberta will not allow the sale of Russian-made and imported liquor products amid Russia's military invasion of Ukraine. In a statement on Sunday, the Alberta Gaming, Liquor, and Cannabis Commission (AGLC) said it would no longer accept new stock or Russian-made liquor and would not sell any current stock to retailers after receiving direction from the province. "Alberta stands in solidarity with the citizens of Ukraine, and we will support those fightin
  
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• ‘The world is watching’: Lethbridge community bands together for Ukraine - Global News

  27-02-2022 18:58
  
  ‘The world is watching’: Lethbridge community bands together for Ukraine  Global News
  
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• ‘The world is watching’: Lethbridge community bands together for Ukraine

  27-02-2022 18:58 via globalnews.ca
  
  "It's terrible. I just can't imagine any of you sitting in a basement and thinking that maybe some bomb will fly into your house," said Misha Pereversa, rally organizer.
  
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• Support centre for Black Calgarians and newcomers opens in the city

  27-02-2022 18:39
  
  A new support services facility has opened in Calgary, aiming to fill a need that organizers say many are lacking. Ruth's House, in southwest Calgary, is a place where Black Calgarians, along with any other Canadian newcomers, can access support, counselling and other resources to help with the challenges of domestic violence. "Our resources will span across multiple agencies, faith-based groups and African communities in Calgary," officials said in a release. The group says domestic violence is
  
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• Ukrainian-Calgarian marches across city to raise awareness of Russian invasion

  27-02-2022 17:51
  
  A Ukrainian-Calgarian, originally from Crimea, will be walking through the city in an effort to bring more support for the country's fight against Russian invaders. Organizers of the Calgary Pray for Ukraine rally say they are all working around the clock to do whatever they can to help innocent victims flee and locate family members who are trapped because of the fighting. As part of the awareness effort, the group says Crimean Sasha Yankovs'ka will be walking from Kalyna Store on Macleod Trail
  
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• Tkachuk, Toffoli lead Flames past Wild

  27-02-2022 16:46
  
  Matthew Tkachuk and Tyler Toffoli each scored twice and added an assist on Saturday as the Calgary Flames won 7-3 over the Minnesota Wild to tie a franchise record with 11 consecutive wins on home ice. Erik Gudbranson, Andrew Mangiapane and Blake Coleman also scored for Calgary (31-14-6), which also won 11 games from Nov. 15 to Dec. 27, 2015. The Flames have outscored teams 53-15 during this span. It was a strong bounce-back performance for the Flames who had their 10-game winning streak snapped
  
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• Canada closes airspace to Russian aircraft, will send $25M in non-lethal aid to Ukraine

  27-02-2022 15:21
  
  Canada has closed its airspace to Russian aircraft, effective immediately, as the federal government pledges more equipment for Ukraine. Transport Minister Omar Alghabra announced on Twitter Sunday that Canada's airspace will be closed to all Russian aircraft operators. "We will hold Russia accountable for its unprovoked attacks against Ukraine," he said in a tweet. Canada's move comes as other European nations banned Russian planes from entering their own airspaces, including Germany, Austria,
  
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• Canada closes airspace to Russian aircraft: transport minister

  27-02-2022 15:21
  
  Canada has closed its airspace to Russian aircraft, effective immediately. Transport Minister Omar Alghabra made the announcement on Sunday, saying Canada's airspace will be closed to all Russian aircraft operators. "We will hold Russia accountable for its unprovoked attacks against Ukraine," he said in a tweet. This is a breaking news update. More details to come.Effective immediately, Canada’s airspace is closed to all Russian aircraft operators. We will hold Russia accountable for its u
  
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• Online petition over Alberta's high utility rates exceeds 82000 signatures - Lethbridge News Now

  27-02-2022 13:52
  Online petition over Alberta's high utility rates exceeds 82000 signatures  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• 'Suffocate the Russian regime': Joly says SWIFT decision puts pressure on Putin

  27-02-2022 13:32
  
  As Russia's invasion of Ukraine enters its fourth day, Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly says Canada will make sure that Russia will "pay a price" for its military actions. "Our goal, and I'll be very blunt, is to suffocate the Russian regime," she told CTV's Question Period, which airs at 11 a.m. EST on Sunday. "Our best way right now is to put maximum pressure on the economy." Canada's "first round" of sanctions against Moscow were announced Tuesday, when a Russian invasion appeared
  
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• Lethbridge Sports Hall of Fame to hold two induction ceremonies in 2022 - Lethbridge News Now

  27-02-2022 13:01
  Lethbridge Sports Hall of Fame to hold two induction ceremonies in 2022  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Putin puts Russia's nuclear forces on alert, cites sanctions

  27-02-2022 07:42
  
  KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — In a dramatic escalation of East-West tensions over Russia's invasion of Ukraine, President Vladimir Putin ordered Russian nuclear forces put on high alert Sunday in response to what he called "aggressive statements" by leading NATO powers. The order means Putin wants Russia's nuclear weapons prepared for increased readiness to launch and raises the threat that Moscow's invasion of Ukraine and the West's response to it could boil over into nuclear warfare. Amid the wor
  
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• Putin puts nuclear forces on high alert, escalating tensions

  27-02-2022 07:42
  
  In a dramatic escalation of East-West tensions over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, President Vladimir Putin ordered Russian nuclear forces put on high alert Sunday in response to what he called “aggressive statements” by leading NATO powers. The order to put Russia’s nuclear weapons in an increased state of readiness for launch raised fears that the crisis could boil over into nuclear warfare, whether by design or miscalculation. Amid the mounting tensions, Ukraine announc
  
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• Justin Hall scores five goals in 9-2 Canes win - Lethbridge News Now

  27-02-2022 05:47
  Justin Hall scores five goals in 9-2 Canes win  Lethbridge News Now
  
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