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• RCMP investigating homicide in Brooks - Lethbridge News Now

  21-08-2023 23:44 via news.google.com
  
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• Canmore paying residents to remove fruit trees to help reduce bear encounters

  21-08-2023 23:30
  
  The Town of Canmore is once again offering to cover the costs for residents to remove fruit trees from their property in an effort to cut back on bear encounters. The town's fruit tree removal incentive program covers 100 per cent of removal costs on private property up to $500.   "It's part of the town's effort to support human-wildlife coexistence," said Caitlin Van Gaal, Canmore's supervisor of environment and sustainability. "We don't want to draw wildlife into town, and then
  
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• 'Man Van' to offer prostate cancer testing in Lethbridge this week - My Lethbridge Now

  21-08-2023 23:23 via news.google.com
  
  'Man Van' to offer prostate cancer testing in Lethbridge this week  My Lethbridge Now
  
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• B.C.'s premier urges Meta to allow news sharing in B.C. amid wildfire crisis

  21-08-2023 23:10
  
  British Columbia's premier issued a direct plea to the head of Meta on Monday as he implored the social media giant to reinstate access to Canadian news on its platforms amid the province's ongoing wildfire crisis. David Eby said it feels as though the social media giant is holding the province “ransom” in its ongoing spat with the federal government while it continues to ban news sharing on its Facebook and Instagram platforms. During a wildfire briefing Monday, Eby implored the com
  
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• Alberta Opposition urges audit of failed provincial lab testing privatization plan

  21-08-2023 22:42 via globalnews.ca
  
  Adriana LaGrange declined to say how much the province will pay Dynalife to take back assets and assume operations, saying those details are still being hashed out.
  
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• 'You're not helping': Residents of B.C.'s Shuswap urged to stop seizing firefighting equipment

  21-08-2023 22:40
  
  As residents of B.C.'s Shuswap region work desperately to protect their homes, government officials are urging them to stop seizing equipment intended for provincial firefighting crews. Over the weekend, the B.C. Wildfire Service reported that essential gear such as pumps, sprinklers, hoses and all-terrain vehicles has been disappearing in the North Shuswap area. That includes sprinklers set up to prevent the Scotch Creek Bridge from catching fire, which have already been stolen three times. "Th
  
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• Minister Schulz to promote Alberta innovation in Germany - Lethbridge News Now

  21-08-2023 22:38 via news.google.com
  
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• Nearly 2,500 evacuees in Calgary as local firefighters head to N.W.T. to battle wildfires

  21-08-2023 22:14
  
  A crew of 13 from the Calgary Fire Department departed Monday for Yellowknife to help defend the Northwest Territories capital in the event wildfire reaches it. Eight firefighters, a pair of captains, two district chiefs and a technician will join the fire trucks and vehicles that were sent up on a flatbed truck Sunday. "Ethically, we always do what we can to help, whether it's our people or in another community," said Calgary fire chief Steve Dongworth. Even with the equipment and personnel hea
  
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• What to know about home insurance if you’ve been displaced by B.C. or N.W.T. wildfires

  21-08-2023 22:02 via globalnews.ca
  
  While starting a claim sooner may help you get reimbursed sooner, IBC said personal claims can usually be reported within two years of finding out about the damage or loss.
  
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• Changes to Lethbridge Transit coming this week - Lethbridge News Now

  21-08-2023 21:33 via news.google.com
  
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• 'It’s everyone’s responsibility': Calgary affordable housing advocates call for government support

  21-08-2023 21:13
  
  Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is walking back his comments that "housing isn't a primary federal responsibility" ahead of a cabinet retreat this week in Charlottetown, P.E.I., where Canada's housing affordability will take centre stage. "The point I made was that the previous government had completely walked away from housing and we, since 2015, have been making significant investments in infrastructure, including the National Housing Strategy in 2017," Trudeau said Monday "In terms of investing
  
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• N.W.T. wildfire strategy shifts into direct attack with more favourable weather

  21-08-2023 20:43 via globalnews.ca
  
  Cooler temperatures, rain and favourable winds this weekend are providing the opportunity to shift fire strategy from defence to offence.
  
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• Veteran quarterback Collaros resumes practising with Blue Bombers - Lethbridge News Now

  21-08-2023 20:34 via news.google.com
  
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• Lethbridge and area residents invited to Stuff the Bus - Lethbridge News Now

  21-08-2023 19:53 via news.google.com
  
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• What's Happening in Lethbridge this week: August 21, 2023 - Lethbridge News Now

  21-08-2023 19:24 via news.google.com
  
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• Quebec community mourns four family members killed in home ... - Lethbridge News Now

  21-08-2023 18:56 via news.google.com
  
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• Lawyers barred from practising in Manitoba after judge followed during COVID-19 trial

  21-08-2023 18:42
  
  The Law Society of Manitoba has barred two Alberta lawyers from practising in the province and ordered them to pay $5,000 after receiving complaints they hired a private investigator to surveil a judge who was hearing a case involving COVID-19 public health orders. John Carpay, president of the Calgary-based Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms, and Randal Jay Cameron faced charges from the independent regulator, including undermining public respect for the administration of justice and br
  
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• Law society hearing for lawyers accused of surveilling Winnipeg judge begins

  21-08-2023 18:42
  
  A Law Society of Manitoba hearing is underway for two lawyers facing charges related to complaints that they hired a private investigator to surveil a judge who was hearing a case involving COVID-19 public health orders. John Carpay, president of the Calgary-based Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms, and Randal Jay Cameron face charges from the independent regulator, which include undermining public respect for the administration of justice and breach of integrity. Both men represented se
  
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• Wildfires in B.C., N.W.T. causing ‘apocalyptic devastation,’ Trudeau says

  21-08-2023 18:07 via globalnews.ca
  
  A state of emergency has been declared in B.C., and an encroaching wildfire has forced all residents of the Northwest Territories' capital to evacuate.
  
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• Arsenic-contaminated Giant Mine seen as ‘low-risk’ during N.W.T fire

  21-08-2023 17:57 via globalnews.ca
  
  A former gold mine five kilometres from Yellowknife is seen as a low fire risk amid the Northwest Territories wildfires. The mine contains over 237,000 tonnes of arsenic trioxide.
  
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• Military deploys 350 soldiers to Northwest Territories, update expected on situation in Yellowknife

  21-08-2023 17:37
  
  Fires continue to burn close to several communities in the Northwest Territories where evacuation orders remain in effect. Here's the latest:The City of Yellowknife and the government of the N.W.T. will give a joint fire update at 7 p.m. MT on Monday A fire about 15 kilometres from Yellowknife could be pushed away from the city on Monday Approximately 350 CAF personnel, dozens of helicopters and heavy equipment are focused on the fires around Yellowknife and throughout N.W.T. Prime Minister Just
  
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• Military deploys 350 soldiers to Northwest Territories, 68 per cent of population evacuated

  21-08-2023 17:37
  
  Fires continue to burn close to several communities in the Northwest Territories where evacuation orders remain in effect. Here's the latest:Approximately 25,900 people, or 68 per cent of N.W.T. residents, evacuated A fire about 15 kilometres from Yellowknife could be pushed away from the city on Monday Approximately 350 CAF personnel, dozens of helicopters and heavy equipment are focused on the fires around Yellowknife and throughout N.W.T. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau comments on "horrific" w
  
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• Clutch birdie gives Duke first PGA Tour Champions title

  21-08-2023 15:07
  
  Ken Duke had a feeling he would win a PGA Tour Champions event in Canada. With a birdie on the par 5 finishing hole of the Canyon Meadows Golf and Country Club on Sunday, Duke did just that as he won the 2023 Shaw Charity Classic. “This is exciting,” said Duke, who won the Canadian Tour Order of Merit in 1999 after grinding out a pair of victories that year north of the border. “I've always dreamed about this. This is where I started my professional career up here in Canada and
  
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• Fire crews battle blaze at southeast Calgary warehouse

  21-08-2023 14:42
  
  The Calgary Fire Department quickly got the upper hand on a large fire that broke out inside a southeast warehouse Sunday night. A fire in the 3900 block of 54 Avenue S.E. was reported at 10 p.m. Firefighters found heavy smoke and flames coming from the roof of the building. After about an hour and a half, they were able to get inside and extinguish the fire. One employee, who called 911, was at the building when it began. They were able to get out safely. The fire was contained to the warehouse
  
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• Police investigate stabbing at downtown Calgary CTrain station

  21-08-2023 14:37
  
  Calgary police say charges are pending after an apparent stabbing at the Eighth Street CTrain platform on Monday morning. Police were called to the area at 5 a.m. from a help phone on the CTrain platform. The victim was taken to hospital in life-threatening condition, but his condition has since been upgraded to stable. Police used area CCTV footage to identify a suspect, who was taken into custody on the corner of Seventh Avenue and Eighth Street S.W. shortly before 7 a.m. The LRT platform was
  
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• LRT station closed for police investigation

  21-08-2023 14:37
  
  Calgary police shut down an LRT platform Monday morning for an investigation. There is no confirmation about what took place or when, but officers blocked off the scene at Eighth Street and Seventh Avenue S.W. and trains were not stopping at the station as of 6:30 a.m.An ambulance was seen driving away from the scene earlier in the morning. Police have also been seen combing the area for evidence.
  
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• CPS investigation closes downtown CTrain station

  21-08-2023 14:37
  
  Eastbound trains are not stopping at the Eighth Street S.W. LRT station as Calgary Police have taped off the area. CPS tells CTV News officers responded to calls of an altercation at around 5 a.m. but it’s unclear exactly what happened or how many people were involved. There is also no information on the age or gender of those involved. There was one victim that is now being treated for injuries. At approximately 6:50 a.m. four police officers worked to take a man to the ground, handcuff h
  
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• CPS investigation at downtown CTrain station

  21-08-2023 14:37
  
  Calgary police blocked off a downtown LRT station for several hours Monday morning for an investigation. CPS tells CTV News officers responded to calls of an altercation at around 5 a.m. but it’s unclear exactly what happened or how many people were involved. There is also no information on the age or gender of those involved. There was one victim that is now being treated for injuries. At approximately 6:50 a.m. four police officers worked to take a man to the ground, handcuff him and put
  
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• Premier Caroline Cochrane recounts hunt for homeless during Yellowknife evacuation

  21-08-2023 14:18 via globalnews.ca
  
  Northwest Territories Premier Caroline Cochrane said she checked to make sure homeless people weren't forgotten when the territory ordered everyone in its capital to leave.
  
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• Southern California prepares for more floods as post-Tropical Storm Hilary soaks from coast to desert

  21-08-2023 12:37
  
  Tropical Storm Hilary deluged arid parts of Mexico and then drenched Southern California from the coast to inland mountains and deserts, forcing rescuers to pull several people from swollen rivers. Millions expected more flooding and mudslides Monday, even as the storm begins to weaken. The storm first made landfall in Mexico's arid Baja California Peninsula on Sunday in a sparsely populated area about 150 miles (250 kilometres) south of Ensenada. One person drowned. It then moved through mudsli
  
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• Southern California prepares for more floods as post-Tropical Storm Hilary brings more rain

  21-08-2023 12:37
  
  Tropical Storm Hilary deluged arid parts of Mexico and then drenched Southern California from the coast to the desert resort city of Palm Springs and inland mountains, forcing rescuers to pull several people from swollen rivers. Even as the storm subsides across the coast, flooding and mudslides were expected across the parts of the southwestern U.S. The storm first made landfall in Mexico's arid Baja California Peninsula on Sunday in a sparsely populated area about 150 miles (250 kilometres) so
  
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• Judge set to sentence Lucy Letby, the most prolific child killer in modern U.K. history

  21-08-2023 12:27
  
  A British judge on Monday was set to sentence Lucy Letby for murdering seven babies and attempting to kill six others while working as a neonatal nurse at a hospital in northern England. Justice James Goss could level the most severe sentence possible under British law by imposing a whole-life order to ensure that Letby spends the rest of her life behind bars. The U.K. doesn't have the death penalty.The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News AppFollowing 22 day
  
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• British nurse Lucy Letby imprisoned for life for the murders of 7 babies, attempted murders of 6

  21-08-2023 12:27
  
  A British judge has sentenced Lucy Letby to spend the rest of her life in prison for murdering seven babies and attempting to kill six others while working as a neonatal nurse at a hospital in northern England. Justice James Goss imposed the most severe sentence possible under British law on Letby Monday. Following 22 days of deliberation, a jury at Manchester Crown Court convicted Letby, 33, of killing the babies during a yearlong spree that saw her prey on the vulnerabilities of sick newborns
  
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• Hovland sets Olympia Fields record with 61 to win BMW ... - Lethbridge News Now

  21-08-2023 02:22 via news.google.com
  
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• Paramount Prince wins 164th running of $1-million King's Plate race - Lethbridge News Now

  21-08-2023 01:52 via news.google.com
  
  Paramount Prince wins 164th running of $1-million King's Plate race  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Clutch birdie gives Duke first PGA Tour Champions title - Lethbridge News Now

  21-08-2023 01:52 via news.google.com
  
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• Enterprise couple hailed heroes as residents return to near total loss of N.W.T. hamlet

  21-08-2023 01:38 via globalnews.ca
  
  Around 105 people live in Enterprise. About 95 percent of the communities structures are gone.
  
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• Enterprise couple hailed heroe as residents return to near total loss of N.W.T. hamlet

  21-08-2023 01:38 via globalnews.ca
  
  Around 105 people live in Enterprise. About 95 percent of the communities structures are gone.
  
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• B.C. wildfires: Fire still growing in Shuswap area, firefighting gear being stolen

  21-08-2023 00:47 via globalnews.ca
  
  A huge problem for BC Wildfire Service crews in the North Shuswap area is that their gear is being stolen.
  
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• How does wildfire misinformation affect communities in N.W.T. and B.C.?

  21-08-2023 00:21 via globalnews.ca
  
  Government officials are urging everyone to share accurate and factual information on social media from trusted sources, such as government websites and social media pages.
  
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