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• Calgarians mark Heritage Day by learning about Alberta’s culture, history

  07-08-2023 23:57
  
  Many Calgarians are spending Heritage Day with their loved ones, learning about the province’s culture and history. HERITAGE PARK Hundreds made their way to Heritage Park to take a step back in time and watch history come to life. “There’s no better place for Heritage Day than Heritage Park,” said Dominic Terry, strategic communications manager for the historical village. In addition to the park’s regular programming, there was traditional Indigenous drum and dance
  
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• Banff sees tourists flock to the townsite for the long weekend

  07-08-2023 23:46
  
  The Town of Banff was bursting with tourists through the long weekend, as local businesses have seen the return of international visitors this summer. “Ever since the province reopened two summers ago, we've seen a steady gradual comeback of visitation primarily with domestic tourism for the last two summers,” said chef and owner of Block Kitchen & Bar Stephane Prevost. “This spring and summer, we're definitely starting to see the return of international tourism.” Pre
  
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• Karolina Pliskova advances to second round at National Bank Open - Lethbridge News Now

  07-08-2023 23:39 via news.google.com
  
  Karolina Pliskova advances to second round at National Bank Open  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• World's best water skiers descend on Predator Bay

  07-08-2023 23:27
  
  A lot people spend the long weekend out on the water, and many of the people doing that in Calgary on Sunday were extra impressive. The Calgary Cup brought many of the world's top waterski athletes to the city. It was one of four stops in the World Waterskiers Overall World Tour. Skiers competed in slalom, trick and jump categories for the title of best all-round skier. The other legs of the competition take place in France, Austria and Florida. This weekend they hit the water in Calgary's inter
  
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• Canada's Alexis Galarneau falls in opening round of National Bank ... - Lethbridge News Now

  07-08-2023 22:10 via news.google.com
  
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• Why did Alberta pause new wind and solar projects? Premier says feds

  07-08-2023 21:36 via globalnews.ca
  
  Smith's UCP government surprised Alberta's renewable energy industry last week by announcing a six-month freeze on new projects greater than one megawatt.
  
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• Evolving wildfire conditions challenging for Yukon officials after ... - Lethbridge News Now

  07-08-2023 21:15 via news.google.com
  
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• Calgary celebrates appointment to Order of Canada for philanthropist and humanitarian Mike Shaikh

  07-08-2023 20:29
  
  A Calgary man was celebrated Sunday for being named to Canada's highest civilian honour. Mike Shaikh is one of the latest Order of Canada recipients. "In Canada, it does not matter where you come from," Shaikh said. "It has no bearing on how far you can go and how much you can achieve. "Sky is the limit!" Organizers of the event say this is the first Order of Canada award to go to a Canadian of Pakistani origin.Shaikh's appointment recognizes his "committed community volunteerism and philanthrop
  
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• A new COVID-19 variant has emerged. Here's what we know about EG.5 so far

  07-08-2023 19:19
  
  A new COVID-19 variant has emerged, serving as a reminder that the coronavirus continues to mutate and spread around the world, disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations.Top health headlines, all in one placeThe variant is called EG.5 and is a descendant of Omicron. The World Health Organization (WHO) added EG.5 to its list of currently circulating variants that are under monitoring on July 19. To date, cases associated with the new variant have been reported in the United Kingdom, Uni
  
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• Calgary police investigate downtown shooting that sent man to hospital

  07-08-2023 17:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  The call about the shooting in downtown Calgary came in around 5:30 a.m., after a man was found in the 1300 block of 12 Ave S.W. suffering from a gunshot wound.
  
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• Man in hospital following Monday morning shooting

  07-08-2023 17:23
  
  Police are investigating after a shooting early Monday morning downtown. Officers were called to the 1300 block of 12 Avenue S.W. just before 5:30 a.m. for reports of a shooting, according to a duty inspector. A man was transported to hospital in non-life-threatening condition. There have been no arrests. The investigation is ongoing. This is a developing story that will be updated as more information becomes available.
  
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• Lake Louise logjam forces temporary restrictions to legendary Banff destination

  07-08-2023 17:13
  
  There's a long tradition of people flocking to the mountains for the long weekend, but Sunday, one of the world's most popular mountain towns reached its breaking point. Lake Louise was so busy  they had to restrict access.Until further notice, RCMP and Parks Canada are advising that there will be no entering Lake Louise, unless a resident or with a hotel reservation, due to overcrowding. All highways remain open. #ABRoads #ABParks @BanffNP — 511 Alberta (@511Alberta) August 6, 2023Hi
  
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• Medicine Hat man injured in shooting - Lethbridge News Now

  07-08-2023 16:49 via news.google.com
  
  Medicine Hat man injured in shooting  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Surge head for conference final after shutting down Stingers

  07-08-2023 16:24
  
  Stefan Smith scored 21 points and Sean Miller-Moore added 17 and 12 rebounds as Calgary cruised past the Stingers in a battle between the league's best defences. The Surge will advance to play the host Vancouver Bandits in the Western Conference final on Friday (Aug. 11) at Langley Events Centre. The Surge, who shot close to 50 per cent in the first half, led 21-13 after the first quarter, and 48-29 at the half. “It feels great, a lot of time, effort, blood, sweat and tears went
  
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• England beats Nigeria on penalties after James red card at Women's World Cup

  07-08-2023 15:45
  
  Down a player after star forward Lauren James was ejected, England was facing the prospect of an upset against Nigeria and a round-of-16 exit at the Women's World Cup. The European champion Lionesses remained calm enough to get through regulation and extra time at 0-0 and won a penalty shootout 4-2 to scrape into the quarterfinals on Monday. England became the title favorite after the two-time reigning champion U.S. was eliminated on Sunday in a penalty shootout loss to Sweden. No. 2-ranked Germ
  
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• England advances at Women's World Cup by edging Nigeria after James red card

  07-08-2023 15:45
  
  Down a player after star forward Lauren James was ejected, England was facing the prospect of an upset against Nigeria and a round-of-16 exit at the Women's World Cup. The European champion Lionesses remained calm enough to get through regulation and extra time at 0-0 and won a penalty shootout 4-2 to scrape into the quarterfinals on Monday. England became the title favorite after the two-time reigning champion U.S. was eliminated on Sunday in a penalty shootout loss to Sweden. No. 2-ranked Germ
  
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• Greta Gerwig got a 'Barbie' flash mob from Ryan Gosling for her birthday

  07-08-2023 15:34
  
  Ryan Gosling knew just what to get his "Barbie" director Greta Gerwig for her birthday. According to the movie’s verified Instagram account, the actor, who portrayed Ken in the hit film, sent Gerwig a flash mob in honor of her special day.Top entertainment headlines, all in one place“As Kens know…. Sometimes the only way to express your feelings is through song & dance!,” the caption on the video reads. “Ken Ryan sent these special Barbies and Kens to start Gre
  
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• Venus Williams has high praise for Canada's Leylah Fernandez - Lethbridge News Now

  07-08-2023 13:04 via news.google.com
  
  Venus Williams has high praise for Canada's Leylah Fernandez  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Multiple passengers dead after charter bus crashes in Pennsylvania ... - Lethbridge News Now

  07-08-2023 12:59 via news.google.com
  
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• Scarborough, Calgary win CEBL conference semifinals, advance to ... - Lethbridge News Now

  07-08-2023 05:43 via news.google.com
  
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• Riders snap three-game losing streak with win over Ottawa

  07-08-2023 04:10
  
  The Saskatchewan Roughriders snapped their three game losing streak with a 26-24 win over the Ottawa RedBlacks Sunday afternoon at Mosaic Stadium. Brett Lauther says Sunday night’s 54-yard game-winning field goal is the moment he lives for. The 32-year-old Roughriders kicker split the uprights when it mattered most, in the dying seconds, to help lift his team to a 26-24 win over the Ottawa RedBlacks. It was the veteran kicker’s first successful attempt from beyond 50-yards this seaso
  
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• TELUS Spark Science Centre embraces Barbie fever with new exhibit

  07-08-2023 03:36
  
  As the Barbie movie continues to dominate the box office, a new exhibition celebrating the iconic doll has opened at the TELUS Spark Science Centre in Calgary. Barbie: A Cultural Icon looks back on the evolution of Barbie from 1959 to now, showcasing how pop culture and fashion trends have shaped the global phenomenon. “Everybody can connect and relate to some kind of piece of Barbie,” said Megan Tackabery, manager of creative experiences at TELUS Spark. With 300 artifacts and more t
  
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• Glover wins Wyndham Championship, Thomas season ends by inches - Lethbridge News Now

  07-08-2023 02:53 via news.google.com
  
  Glover wins Wyndham Championship, Thomas season ends by inches  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Lake Louise reopened after overcrowding Sunday

  07-08-2023 02:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  According to the RCMP spokesperson, nobody will be able to enter Lake Louise unless they are a resident of the area or have a hotel reservation. 
  
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• Pope says Catholic Church open to everyone, including LGBTQ2S+ people, but has rules

  07-08-2023 01:02
  
  Pope Francis said on Sunday that the Catholic Church is open to everyone, including the gay community, and that it has a duty to accompany them on a personal path of spirituality but within the framework of its rules. Francis, speaking to reporters on the plane returning to Rome from Portugal, also said his health was good following surgery for an abdominal hernia in June. He said his stitches had been removed but had to wear an abdominal band for another two or three months until
  
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• Vikings sign Canadian receiver N'Keal Harry - Lethbridge News Now

  07-08-2023 00:33 via news.google.com
  
  Vikings sign Canadian receiver N'Keal Harry  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Premier cites feds in explanation for moratorium on new wind and solar projects

  07-08-2023 00:05
  
  Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says Ottawa is one of the reasons why her government has placed a moratorium on approving new wind and solar power projects, arguing the feds are preventing development of backup generation for renewable energy like natural gas. Smith, whose government surprised the province's renewable energy industry last week by announcing a six-month freeze on new projects greater than one megawatt, told her provincewide radio call-in program Saturday that backup plants powered
  
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