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• Calgary police seek public assistance to locate suspect in July shooting

  09-08-2022 23:55
  
  The Calgary Police is asking for public assistance in looking for a young woman wanted in connection to a July shooting. Alexandra Rae Pengelly, 21 is wanted on three charges: one count of robbery with a firearm, and two counts of failure to comply with a release order. Pengelly is being described as 160 cm (5’3”) tall with a slim build, weighing 54.43 kg (120 pounds), with brown hairs and hazel eyes. Police believe Pengelly is connected to a July 2 shooting where a man was allegedly
  
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• Two miners trapped in Dominican Republic rescued with help from Canada - Lethbridge News Now

  09-08-2022 23:51 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Two miners trapped in Dominican Republic rescued with help from Canada  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Alberta pot shops now allowed to take down window coverings after robberies

  09-08-2022 23:35
  
  Alberta's cannabis regulator will allow pot shops to take down window coverings after a spate of robberies. Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission (AGLC) says it has removed portions of its retail cannabis store handbook that prohibit pot products from being visible from the exterior of shops. In a letter sent to retailers today, the AGLC says the move was prompted by a "significant rise" in robberies at licensed pot retailers in recent months, in particular in the city of Calgary. It sa
  
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• Why do parts of Calgary seem unkempt? It’s a combination of things

  09-08-2022 23:30
  
  If you’ve been noticing walkways, parks and other public spaces in Calgary that seem a bit less maintained than previous years this summer, you’re not imagining things. Parts of the city are less-kept for a variety of reasons. A very rainy June slowed down landscaping work, the city is in the midst of a reorganization of roles in the parks department, cuts to the budget made as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and a shifted focus on naturalizing some areas. Ward seven councillor Ter
  
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• Alberta pot shops allowed to remove window coverings after spree of robberies

  09-08-2022 22:31 via globalnews.ca
  
  In a letter sent to retailers, the AGLC saidthe move was prompted by a 'significant rise' in robberies at licensed pot retailers in recent months, in particular in Calgary.
  
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• Lethbridge Fire reminds residents of proper smoking material disposal - My Lethbridge Now

  09-08-2022 22:24 via mylethbridgenow.com
  
  Lethbridge Fire reminds residents of proper smoking material disposal  My Lethbridge Now
  
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• Enmax Centre prepares to implement paid parking - My Lethbridge Now

  09-08-2022 22:23 via mylethbridgenow.com
  
  Enmax Centre prepares to implement paid parking  My Lethbridge Now
  
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• Campfires restricted in Kananaskis Country as southern Alberta fire risk increases

  09-08-2022 22:09 via globalnews.ca
  
  Continuing hot and dry conditions have prompted officials to put a fire restriction in a stretch of the Rocky Mountains and foothills.
  
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• Two children at centre of Sask. Amber Alert found safe in South Dakota, suspect arrested

  09-08-2022 22:03
  
  The Meade County Sheriff’s Office in South Dakota said it has arrested the man wanted in connection with an Amber Alert in Saskatchewan. Police confirmed to CTV News that 50-year-old Benjamin Martin Moore has been arrested. The two children at the centre of the alert were recovered safely. South Dakota’s Amber Alert was issued late on Tuesday night and lasted about 90 minutes before they were found. RCMP have yet to confirm the arrest and recovery. This is a breaking news update. Mor
  
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• 'The process failed': Associate minister apologizes for awarding prize to controversial essay

  09-08-2022 22:03
  
  The associate minister for the Status of Women is apologizing after the results of an essay contest. Alberta launched the “Her Vision Inspires” essay contest earlier this year to encourage young women to share their vision for the province, and what they would do if elected to government. The essay that was awarded third prize has sparked criticism from the opposition NDP and members of the public alike. Part of the essay reads: “While it is sadly popular nowadays to think that
  
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• Lethbridge looking at sober interim shelter to help address homelessness - Global News

  09-08-2022 22:03 via globalnews.ca
  
  Lethbridge looking at sober interim shelter to help address homelessness  Global NewsCity of Lethbridge to explore creating sober shelter at Civic Centre  Lethbridge News NowLethbridge to look at temporary sober shelter at Civic curling rink  My Lethbridge NowView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Lethbridge looking at sober interim shelter to help address homelessness

  09-08-2022 22:03 via globalnews.ca
  
  Lethbridge council has taken a small step forward in dealing with homeless encampments after agreeing to seek development approval for an interim shelter.
  
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• Hockey Canada trying to ‘salvage’ World Juniors amid scandal, low ticket sales

  09-08-2022 22:03 via globalnews.ca
  
  The World Juniors are run by the International Ice Hockey Federation, which confirmed last week it is now among the growing number of official bodies investigating Hockey Canada.
  
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• Alberta government criticized for awarding prize to 'problematic' essay

  09-08-2022 22:03
  
  The United Conservative government is facing criticism after the results of an essay contest. Alberta launched the “Her Vision Inspires” essay contest earlier this year to encourage young women to share their vision for the province, and what they would do if elected to government. The essay that was awarded third prize has sparked criticism from the opposition NDP and members of the public alike. Part of the essay reads: “While it is sadly popular nowadays to think that the wo
  
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• Alberta government criticized for awarding prize to controversial essay

  09-08-2022 22:03
  
  The United Conservative government is facing criticism after the results of an essay contest. Alberta launched the “Her Vision Inspires” essay contest earlier this year to encourage young women to share their vision for the province, and what they would do if elected to government. The essay that was awarded third prize has sparked criticism from the opposition NDP and members of the public alike. Part of the essay reads: “While it is sadly popular nowadays to think that the wo
  
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• City of Lethbridge to explore creating sober shelter at Civic Centre - Lethbridge News Now

  09-08-2022 22:02 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  City of Lethbridge to explore creating sober shelter at Civic Centre  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Status of Women minister apologizes for racist, sexist essay contest in Alberta

  09-08-2022 21:57 via globalnews.ca
  
  'This is absolutely horrific and these comments should be condemned by elected leaders.'
  
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• NDP ask who’s responsible after UCP women’s essay contest winner sparks outrage

  09-08-2022 21:57 via globalnews.ca
  
  'This is absolutely horrific and these comments should be condemned by elected leaders.'
  
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• Jury picked in 2nd trial in Gov. Whitmer kidnap plot - Lethbridge News Now

  09-08-2022 21:46 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Jury picked in 2nd trial in Gov. Whitmer kidnap plot  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• 2 men charged in Strathmore school arson that caused $100K in damage

  09-08-2022 21:44
  
  Two Strathmore, Alta., men are facing charges after a fire was set at a local school in the spring. Emergency crews were called to Crowther Memorial Junior High School at around midnight on April 23. Members of the fire department were able to extinguish the blaze, which had engulfed a rear portable classroom. On Tuesday, RCMP officials announced arson and mischief charges had been laid against Christian Southworth, 21, and Luke Kusmack, 23. In April, RCMP said the initial estimates were that th
  
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• Truck driver acquitted in deaths of 7 motorcyclists in 2019 - Lethbridge News Now

  09-08-2022 21:14 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  Truck driver acquitted in deaths of 7 motorcyclists in 2019  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Police: Suspect in 4 Muslim men's killings detained - Lethbridge News Now

  09-08-2022 21:14 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Police: Suspect in 4 Muslim men's killings detained  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Canada's Rebecca Marino falls in opening match at National Bank Open - Lethbridge News Now

  09-08-2022 20:41 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Canada's Rebecca Marino falls in opening match at National Bank Open  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Delivering new services 'complicated,' Freeland says of planned dental care program - Lethbridge News Now

  09-08-2022 20:35 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Delivering new services 'complicated,' Freeland says of planned dental care program  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Meaghan Mikkelson has unfinished business with Canadian women's hockey team - Lethbridge News Now

  09-08-2022 20:29 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Meaghan Mikkelson has unfinished business with Canadian women's hockey team  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Fire restriction in effect for part of southwestern Alberta due to hot, dry weather

  09-08-2022 20:19
  
  A fire restriction is now in effect for a large part of southwestern Alberta as hot weather hits with no rain in the forecast. The order for the Calgary forest area issued today by Alberta Forestry suspends all fire permits, requires all outdoor fires to be put out and prohibits wood campfires on public land – particularly the backcountry. Officials say extreme temperatures and dry conditions have persisted in the area with almost no precipitation. They say conditions in the southern part
  
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• Brad Donaldson named Lethbridge College's new President and CEO - Lethbridge News Now

  09-08-2022 20:13 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Brad Donaldson named Lethbridge College's new President and CEO  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Calgary Police Youth Foundation stuffing backpacks for Indigenous students

  09-08-2022 20:04
  
  About 40 volunteers joined together with members of the Calgary Police Youth Foundationon on Tuesday to fill backpacks for Indigenous and marginalized students. The backpacks will be jam-packed with school supplies, including a gift card for Real Canadian Superstore and snacks. After the backpacks are assembled, they will be given to the Pohkaisksinimaatstsoh’taksist Backpack Drive to distribute to some 820 students throughout the city. "We know that the start of school is an important tim
  
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• Up Close & Peculiar With Sideshow Gaffs - Lethbridge News Now

  09-08-2022 19:58 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  Up Close & Peculiar With Sideshow Gaffs  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Graphic, violent photos and threats sent to victims in new scam: Calgary police

  09-08-2022 19:31
  
  Calgary police are warning citizens about an extortion scam that sees victims sent graphic and violent photos to intimidate them into handing over their hard-earned money. Police say the con – which is a new twist on a well known mass-marketing extortions scam – has resulted in 22 reports from Calgarians within the last six weeks. Typically, victims receive a text message from an international number claiming they owe between $500 to $8,000 for using personal services. If the victim
  
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• Shoes for Kids YQL expands footprint with new partnership - My Lethbridge Now

  09-08-2022 19:22 via mylethbridgenow.com
  
  Shoes for Kids YQL expands footprint with new partnership  My Lethbridge Now
  
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• Defence lawyers begin work stoppages to protest ‘perpetual underfunding’ of Legal Aid Alberta

  09-08-2022 18:52 via globalnews.ca
  
  Danielle Boisvert estimates between 450 and 600 lawyers are taking part in the job action -- about half of Legal Aid Alberta's overall roster. 
  
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• Montreal mayor says independent investigation to examine Pride parade cancellation - Lethbridge News Now

  09-08-2022 18:43 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Montreal mayor says independent investigation to examine Pride parade cancellation  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Canada to host 2023 women's world hockey championship - Lethbridge News Now

  09-08-2022 18:24 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Canada to host 2023 women's world hockey championship  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Articles by University of Lethbridge - Alberta Express

  09-08-2022 18:17 via albertafarmexpress.ca
  Articles by University of Lethbridge  Alberta Express
  
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• Team Canada prepares for unusual world junior hockey championship - Lethbridge News Now

  09-08-2022 18:10 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Team Canada prepares for unusual world junior hockey championship  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Top commander defends military's vaccine requirement, says 'tweak' in the works - Lethbridge News Now

  09-08-2022 18:02 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  Top commander defends military's vaccine requirement, says 'tweak' in the works  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Calgary man and dog drown at Spray Lakes Reservoir in Kananaskis Country

  09-08-2022 17:40
  
  Alberta RCMP officers are hoping to recover the body of a man they say drowned while trying to save a dog from Spray Lakes Reservoir. Canmore RCMP were called to the area within the Spray Valley Provincial Park at around 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 7. Officials say a Calgary man was fishing with family when their dog jumped off the boat and into the water. The man jumped in after the dog, but both became submerged and never resurfaced. Kananaskis Emergency Services, Alberta Conservation Officers, Can
  
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• Large explosions rock Russian military air base in Crimea - Lethbridge News Now

  09-08-2022 17:24 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  Large explosions rock Russian military air base in Crimea  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Andrea Skinner appointed interim board chair at Hockey Canada - Lethbridge News Now

  09-08-2022 17:20 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  Andrea Skinner appointed interim board chair at Hockey Canada  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• 5 Reasons to Visit Lethbridge’s Japanese Garden Before Summer Ends - To Do Canada

  09-08-2022 17:07 via todocanada.ca
  5 Reasons to Visit Lethbridge’s Japanese Garden Before Summer Ends  To Do Canada
  
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• Scientists Grow Mouse Embryos Without Sperm Or Eggs - Lethbridge News Now

  09-08-2022 16:41 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  Scientists Grow Mouse Embryos Without Sperm Or Eggs  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Hockey Canada names interim board chair after Brind’Amour resignation

  09-08-2022 15:57 via globalnews.ca
  
  Hockey Canada is under the public and governmental microscope for its handling of sexual assault allegations against members of past junior men's hockey teams.
  
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• Medicine Hat's Rajesh John remembered as kindhearted, helpful, thoughtful and caring - Lethbridge News Now

  09-08-2022 15:55 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  Medicine Hat's Rajesh John remembered as kindhearted, helpful, thoughtful and caring  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Skyline Clean Energy Fund Buys Lethbridge Biogas Plant - The OGM

  09-08-2022 15:25 via theogm.com
  
  Skyline Clean Energy Fund Buys Lethbridge Biogas Plant  The OGM
  
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• Warm spell continues for Calgary, southern Alberta

  09-08-2022 15:21
  
  We are entrenched south of the jet. Warm air is persistent. There are a couple of days ahead that may fall just short of the heat warning criteria, but it isn’t by enough to make a large difference. The warning likely stretches toward the weekend before dropping. If there’s something of a bright side, it’s that we’re not under conditions one might consider stifling; it’s still hot, and uncomfortably so for those partaking in prolonged periods of physical activity ou
  
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• The heat continues for Calgary, southern Alberta

  09-08-2022 15:21
  
  AFTERNOON UPDATE: Very little progess has come forth from our forecast models relative to a deeper warm-up or a steadier cool-down. Not a bad thing, necessarily - but it means we're still facing heat warnings. The risk of thundershowers will not appear on my weather maps at 5 and 6 today - there's such a remote chance of anything establishing beneath this ridge that it isn't worth doing right now. We may see some haze try building tonight, but most models have a rapid dispersal in such a way tha
  
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• AFTERNOON UPDATE: The heat continues for Calgary, southern Alberta

  09-08-2022 15:21
  
  AFTERNOON UPDATE: Very little progess has come forth from our forecast models relative to a deeper warm-up or a steadier cooldown. Not a bad thing, necessarily - but it means we're still facing heat warnings. The risk of thundershowers will not appear on my weather maps at 5 and 6 today - there's such a remote chance of anything establishing beneath this ridge that it isn't worth doing right now. We may see some haze try building tonight, but most models have a rapid dispersal in such a way that
  
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• Lethbridge College hosting Open Farm Days - Lethbrige Herald

  09-08-2022 12:32 via lethbridgeherald.com
  Lethbridge College hosting Open Farm Days  Lethbrige Herald
  
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• Brian Jean brings UCP campaign to Lethbridge - Lethbrige Herald

  09-08-2022 12:31 via lethbridgeherald.com
  Brian Jean brings UCP campaign to Lethbridge  Lethbrige Herald
  
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