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• Wildfire near Shuswap Lake runs 20 km in 12 hours, new order issued Saturday afternoon

  19-08-2023 23:53 via globalnews.ca
  
  BC Wildfire Service officials said the wildfires that are burning next to the Shuswap Lake are some of the worst conditions the province has ever seen for wildfires.
  
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• 'Incredibly touched': Calgary shop repairs and replaces 24 slashed tires on Alpha House vans

  19-08-2023 23:48
  
  A Calgary non-profit agency that specializes in helping others just got a big boost from a Calgary tire store after 13 of its 14 vehicles had their tires slashed. On Friday, August 11, Calgary's Alpha House Society suffered an estimated $10,000 to $15,000 damage when it says 13 of its 14 vehicles had their tires slashed. The vehicles were used by Alpha House's HELP Team – formerly known as the DOAP Team – which travels across Calgary to help connect people living on the street with s
  
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• Canada qualifies for Olympic spot at sailing world championships - Lethbridge News Now

  19-08-2023 23:37 via news.google.com
  
  Canada qualifies for Olympic spot at sailing world championships  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• B.C. wildfires: Lake Country mayor also confirms houses lost

  19-08-2023 22:48 via globalnews.ca
  
  “We have a lot of boat traffic,” said mayor Blair Ireland. “I personally witnessed the RCMP chasing yachts away from our area that were cruising up and down this morning.”
  
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• Jets sign defenceman Logan Stanley to one-year contract - Lethbridge News Now

  19-08-2023 22:32 via news.google.com
  
  Jets sign defenceman Logan Stanley to one-year contract  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• B.C. government introducing travel restrictions to free up accommodations for evacuees

  19-08-2023 22:31
  
  The B.C. government is using the extraordinary powers granted to it under its state of emergency declaration to implement a restriction on tourism-related travel to areas affected by wildfires. Premier David Eby announced the order at a news conference Saturday afternoon. He said the order is intended to ensure sufficient temporary accommodations are available to people who are evacuating or are involved in fighting fires. "The current situation is grim," Eby said, adding that there are about 35
  
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• B.C. wildfires: Officials confirm houses lost in Kelowna, but no total

  19-08-2023 21:56 via globalnews.ca
  
  Fire chief Travis Whiting said with the winds dying down, and not fanning the fire as much, he doesn’t want to see people underestimating the weather.
  
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• 3 hospitalized following 2 vehicle collision in N.E. Calgary

  19-08-2023 21:53
  
  Three people are in hospital after a Saturday morning collision in northeast Calgary. The incident took place around 9:30 a.m. at the intersection of Madigan Drive and Eighth Avenue N.E. An EMS spokesperson confirmed that three people were transported to Foothills Medical Centre in non-life threatening condition. This is a developing story that will be updated as more information becomes available.
  
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• Travel to B.C.’s southeast, Central Interior restricted, provincial government says

  19-08-2023 21:49 via globalnews.ca
  
  The order restricts non-essential travellers and tourists from booking motels, hotels and campgrounds in Kelowna, Kamloops, Oliver, Osoyoos, Penticton and Vernon.
  
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• Yellowknife nearly emptied as fire fight continues: ‘Most of the people are now gone’

  19-08-2023 21:25 via globalnews.ca
  
  Officials say more than 19,000 people complied with the evacuation, leaving in streams of vehicles south down the highway or by air on evacuation flights.
  
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• Police call Saturday clashes between Eritrean groups 'unprecidented'

  19-08-2023 21:23
  
  About a dozen people were hurt at an Eritrean-themed event in Edmonton on Saturday during a clash with a group who said they were protesting the Eritrean government. Edmonton Police Service monitored the group of protesters all day as they moved across the city in the shadow of the festival, sometimes in riot gear while controlling the crowds. Police read more than once what's colloquially known as the riot act. Lambros Kyriakakos, the chairman of the Coalition of Eritrean Canadian Communities a
  
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• Police call Saturday clashes between Eritrean groups 'unprecedented'

  19-08-2023 21:23
  
  About a dozen people were hurt at an Eritrean-themed event in Edmonton on Saturday during a clash with a group who said they were protesting the Eritrean government. Edmonton Police Service monitored the group of protesters all day as they moved across the city in the shadow of the festival, sometimes in riot gear while controlling the crowds. Police read more than once what's colloquially known as the riot act. Lambros Kyriakakos, the chairman of the Coalition of Eritrean Canadian Communities a
  
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• 2 streets temporarily closed while Edmonton police 'respond to an incident'

  19-08-2023 21:23
  
  Police asked the public Saturday to avoid an area in Edmonton's Rosslyn community. 132 Avenue and 113A were closed in both directions around 12:30 p.m. so police could "respond to an incident," a traffic advisory from Edmonton Police Service said.  Motorists were asked to avoid the area and to use other routes.Came home to this just down the street. Roads blocked off. A protest in the school green space. I'm sure 20+ police cars, ambulances, helicopter, but no SWAT. pic.twitter.com/ys7y98vp
  
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• 11 injured at protested Eritrean event in Edmonton

  19-08-2023 21:23
  
  People were hit and property was damaged at an Eritrean event in Edmonton on Saturday after a group of protesters showed up, attendees say.  Lambros Kyriakakos, the chairman of the Coalition of Eritrean Canadian Communities and Organizations, said he helped organize an annual Eritrean community festival that draws people from across western Canada.  "We've always gathered 40 years peacefully. This year? No. We have a challenge," he told CTV News Edmonton that afternoon in the Rosslyn n
  
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• 11 injured at Eritrean event protested all day in Edmonton

  19-08-2023 21:23
  
  Nearly a dozen people were hurt at an Eritrean-themed event in Edmonton on Saturday during a clash with a group who said they were protesting the Eritrean government. Edmonton police monitored the group of protesters all day as they moved across the city in the shadow of the festival. Twice, Edmonton Police Service had dozens of officers in riot gear controlling crowds. Lambros Kyriakakos, the chairman of the Coalition of Eritrean Canadian Communities and Organizations, said he helped organize t
  
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• 11 injured at Eritrean event in Edmonton; police on scene at protest in south end

  19-08-2023 21:23
  
  An area in south Edmonton has been closed by police who are keeping an eye on a group of people who say they are protesting the Eritrean government. Traffic is being directed away from 34A Avenue and 93 Street. Police released gas on the crowd around 6 p.m. as officers formed a line blocking off Maharaja Banquet Hall; people were seen rinsing their eyes after the gas was released. The protesters had originally set up outside the hall, but as of 7 p.m. had been marched to the other side of 93 Str
  
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• Blue Jays activate Bo Bichette from 10-day injured list - Lethbridge News Now

  19-08-2023 21:07 via news.google.com
  
  Blue Jays activate Bo Bichette from 10-day injured list  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• ‘This will leave a scar’: West Kelowna fire chief appreciative of province-wide help

  19-08-2023 20:55 via globalnews.ca
  
  “I think it’s become evident that this event is going to leave a long-lasting scar on the community,” said fire chief Jason Brolund.
  
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• 'Thank you so much': NWT and B.C. fire evacuees express gratitude for hospitality of Calgarians

  19-08-2023 20:55
  
  Evacuees from British Columbia and the Northwest Territories say they’ve been overwhelmed with support from Calgarians as they flee their homes for safety due to the dangers of raging wildfires. “From the bottom of my heart to all the first responders, thank you so much,” said Rita Dryneck, who arrived at the Westin Airport Calgary hotel just 24 hours ago from Yellowknife. “I know a lot of these volunteers are working overtime and it’s just been so hard going throug
  
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• Police investigating pedestrian-involved collision in Lethbridge - Lethbridge News Now

  19-08-2023 20:16 via news.google.com
  
  Police investigating pedestrian-involved collision in Lethbridge  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Residents of B.C.'s Shuswap experiencing 'unparalleled crisis,' regional district says

  19-08-2023 19:50
  
  Thousands of people were ordered to evacuate their homes along Shuswap Lake Friday in what the regional district called its "most devastating wildfire day in history." Officials in the Columbia Shuswap Regional District say two structures are confirmed to have been lost in Celista, but the state of the communities of Scotch Creek and Lee Creek is not known for certain, and other losses are possible. "Today marks an unprecedented and profoundly challenging day for the Shuswap region," the CSRD sa
  
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• South Sudanese youth conference in Calgary

  19-08-2023 19:47
  
  The third annual South Sudanese Youth of Canada (SSYC) conference is taking over the University of Calgary this weekend. The three-day conference features social events, cultural performances and presentations, guest speakers, discussions, and workshops, all centered around the theme of mental health and well-being. SSYC seeks to support and connect South Sudanese youth and hep them integrate into Canadian society. The event features three speakers including Dr. Akeir Kuol, Best Help Family Foun
  
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• Champion Tour golfers get early tee times to beat the wind in Friday's opening round of Shaw Charity Classic

  19-08-2023 19:03
  
  The Shaw Charity Classic got off to an earlier start than planned Friday. A weather forecast that predicted high winds for the afternoon resulted in organizers sending golfers off in threesomes from both the first and 10th holes beginning at 8:30 a.m. Some bold-faced Canadian names had a few magical moments Friday, including former Calgary resident Stephen Ames, who drained a birdie on the 11th hole to get to three under. Ames stumbled a bit, but still finished the day at one under. Former Maste
  
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• Rain providing 'limited' relief as weather could worsen N.W.T. wildfires in the next week

  19-08-2023 19:02
  
  During a press conference on Saturday evening officials in the Northwest Territories said the weather forecasted for the next week may worsen wildfires raging across the territory.Sign up for breaking news alerts from CTV News, right at your fingertips Canada This Month newsletter: Sign up to read the best our local outlets have to offer The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News AppWildfire information officer Mike Westwick said great efforts have been made on
  
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• Federal Minister urges Meta to end news block amid wildfire crises - Lethbridge News Now

  19-08-2023 18:38 via news.google.com
  
  Federal Minister urges Meta to end news block amid wildfire crises  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Cool weather doesn't dampen enthusiasm on opening night of Country Thunder

  19-08-2023 18:01
  
  Thousands of country music fans didn't let a little drizzle get in their way Friday night at Fort Calgary. That's where they enjoyed opening night of Country Thunder, which is bringing some of the biggest names in country music to town for the weekend.The Pardi is just getting started at Country Thunder Albertapic.twitter.com/PvpxdFHeXq — Country Thunder (@countrythunder) August 18, 2023Friday night's headliner was Jon Pardi, who wisely brought a lined jean jacket to perform in on a night
  
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• N.W.T. wildfires are forcing towns to empty. How do you evacuate a hospital?

  19-08-2023 17:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  Encroaching wildfires have forced hospitals to close. Evacuating patients is a complex and high-pressure procedure, two people with experience said.
  
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• Local speed skaters start season off strong - Lethbridge News Now

  19-08-2023 16:16 via news.google.com
  
  Local speed skaters start season off strong  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Demerio Houston's pick-six lifts Blue Bombers over Stampeders 19-18

  19-08-2023 16:02
  
  Demerio Houston has a new football for his mantle after his first professional interception for a touchdown was the difference on Friday night. Houston's 45-yard interception return on the final play of the third quarter gave the Blue Bombers the lead for good as Winnipeg held off the Calgary Stampeders 19-18. With the Blue Bombers trailing 12-9, Houston stepped in front of Calgary quarterback Jake Maier's pass intended for Marken Michel with Winnipeg kicker Segio Castillo's
  
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• Walking program encourages Lethbridge residents to learn more ... - Lethbridge News Now

  19-08-2023 15:51 via news.google.com
  
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• England women's team unites fans as once ignored squad eyes nation's first World Cup title since '66

  19-08-2023 15:26
  
  It's easy to understand why Gail Newsham can't stop grinning as she prepares for England's soccer team to play in the final of the Women's World Cup. Newsham, 70, grew up at a time when women in England were banned from the sport -- called football here -- and helped lead a resurgence in the game once those restrictions were lifted. Now she's getting ready to watch Sunday's game against Spain on TV and hoping to see her team bring home a world championship. "I'll be wearing my shirt, I'll be hav
  
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• Pacific coast battens down the hatches as Hurricane Hilary threatens 'catastrophic' flooding

  19-08-2023 14:48
  
  A weakening Hurricane Hilary headed for Mexico's Baja California on Saturday as the U.S. National Hurricane Center predicted "catastrophic and life-threatening flooding" for the peninsula and for the southwestern United States, where it was forecast to cross the border as a tropical storm on Sunday. Officials issued an evacuation advisory for the tourist destination of Santa Catalina Island, 37 kilometres off the Southern California coast, while first responders as far north as Los Angeles scram
  
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• Hurricane Hilary threatens 'catastrophic and life-threatening' flooding in Mexico and California

  19-08-2023 14:48
  
  Hurricane Hilary headed for Mexico's Baja California Saturday as the U.S, National Hurricane Center predicted "catastrophic and life-threatening flooding" for the peninsula and for the southwestern United States, where it is forecast to make land as a tropical storm on Sunday. Officials as far north as Los Angeles scrambled to get the homeless off the streets, set up shelters and prepare for evacuations.Climate Barometer newsletter: Sign up for more on how a warming planet impacts youHilary is e
  
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• Hurricane Hilary downgraded to Category 2 as Mexico and California brace for catastrophic impact

  19-08-2023 14:48
  
  Hurricane Hilary has been downgraded to a Category 2 storm as it heads for Mexico's Baja California peninsula, according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center. Meteorologists expect the storm to bring "catastrophic and life-threatening flooding" to the peninsula and to the southwestern United States, where it was forecast to cross the border as a tropical storm on Sunday. The storm weakened from a Category 3 Major hurricane down to a Category 2 storm at midday Saturday and is expected to weaken
  
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• Hilary downgraded to Category 2 hurricane as Mexico and California brace for 'catastrophic' impact

  19-08-2023 14:48
  
  Hurricane Hilary roared toward Mexico's Baja California peninsula late Saturday as a downgraded but still dangerous Category 2 hurricane that's likely to bring "catastrophic" flooding to the region and cross into the southwest U.S. as a tropical storm.  Meteorologists warned that despite the hurricane's weakening, the storm's speed had accelerated Saturday, and urged people to finish their preparations by sundown. By Sunday, one expert said, it would be too late.  Forecasters said the
  
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• Russian missile attack kills 7 in northern Ukrainian city as Zelenskyy visits NATO candidate Sweden

  19-08-2023 14:38
  
  Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy travelled to Sweden on Saturday, his first visit to the country since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine last year, while at home a missile strike in the centre of a northern city killed seven people and wounded scores of others. The Swedish government said Zelenskyy will meet officials at Harpsund, the prime minister's official summertime residence, about 120 kilometres (75 miles) west of Stockholm. He will also meet Sweden's King Carl XVI Gustaf and
  
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• Wildfires: How to talk to your kids about emergency evacuations

  19-08-2023 14:00 via globalnews.ca
  
  One emergency physician recommends that parents take care of their own mental health, keep their kids informed about potential relocations and remain patient.
  
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• GAIL LETHBRIDGE: Payoff of self-checkouts falls to bottom lines - Saltwire

  19-08-2023 11:05 via news.google.com
  
  GAIL LETHBRIDGE: Payoff of self-checkouts falls to bottom lines  Saltwire
  
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• WATCH: Maddie Lethbridge Leaked video goes viral on twitter and ... - PKBnews.in

  19-08-2023 11:02 via news.google.com
  
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• B.C. wildfires: 10K on evacuation order in Central Okanagan

  19-08-2023 08:12 via globalnews.ca
  
  “We are facing the worst wildfire season in our province’s history,” B.C. Premier David Eby said during a government update on Friday evening.
  
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• Running 4 Heroes to honour fallen Canadian first responders - Lethbridge News Now

  19-08-2023 06:57 via news.google.com
  
  Running 4 Heroes to honour fallen Canadian first responders  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Unlock Level 20 With Ripley's Brand-New Interactive Book - Lethbridge News Now

  19-08-2023 04:36 via news.google.com
  
  Unlock Level 20 With Ripley's Brand-New Interactive Book  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• B.C. government declares province-wide state of emergency over wildfire situation

  19-08-2023 03:07
  
  The B.C. government has declared a province-wide state of emergency due to the growing number of aggressive wildfires threatening communities. Premier David Eby announced the declaration at a news conference Friday, following a challenging 24 hours that saw fast-spreading wildfires trigger thousands of new evacuation orders and alerts across the province. "We are declaring a provincial state of emergency to ensure we have access to any tools that we may need to respond to this situation," Eby sa
  
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• ‘It’s a lot’: N.W.T. evacuees face long lines as they arrive to Calgary

  19-08-2023 02:27 via globalnews.ca
  
  Evacuees from Yellowknife continue to pour into Calgary with 26 flights arriving on Friday and more coming in after a long journey by car or truck.
  
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• Over a dozen farms around Lethbridge participating in Open Farms ... - My Lethbridge Now

  19-08-2023 01:47 via news.google.com
  
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• 'Meant to be a bit of a homecoming': Whoop-Up Days returns with new facility

  19-08-2023 01:42
  
  Construction crews and midway operators are still hard at work preparing at the Lethbridge and District Exhibition grounds. Come Tuesday, what's currently a mostly empty parking lot will be transformed into the iconic midway. Organizers are thrilled to welcome back the crowds. "The biggest thing about this year, obviously, is that this is meant to be a community event. This is meant to be a bit of a homecoming for people to come back and we wanted it to be accessible for everybody,” said M
  
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• Three Lethbridge Players Heading To World Nations Cup - Bridge City News

  19-08-2023 00:41 via news.google.com
  
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• RibFest Underway In Lethbridge - Bridge City News

  19-08-2023 00:41 via news.google.com
  
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• Lions receivers ensuring offensive hot streak continues despite ... - Lethbridge News Now

  19-08-2023 00:26 via news.google.com
  
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• Delivery of community lab services returns to Alberta Health Services - Lethbridge News Now

  19-08-2023 00:23 via news.google.com
  
  Delivery of community lab services returns to Alberta Health Services  Lethbridge News Now
  
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