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• Southcentre Mall hosts special Sensory Easter Sunday

  24-03-2024 22:57
  
  Around 100 families beat the rush to Southcentre Mall Sunday in order to participate in the shopping centre’s popular Sensory Easter event. The annual event, co-sponsored with Autism Calgary, allows families with children on the autism spectrum a unique experience in a low-light, quiet, no-distraction atmosphere that takes place before the stores and food court opens. According to Autism Calgary family support coordinator Lisa Vanderwal, Sensory Easter is a smash hit. “We have 100 fa
  
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• Student charged after teacher injured at Chestermere school earlier this month

  24-03-2024 22:52 via globalnews.ca
  
  A teacher has been injured and a youth charged with assault following an incident at a school in Chestermere earlier this month.
  
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• Student charged after teacher injured at Chestermere school

  24-03-2024 22:52 via globalnews.ca
  
  A teacher has been injured and a youth charged with assault following an incident at a school in Chestermere earlier this month.
  
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• New exhibit at The Military Museums in Calgary pays tribute to the Great Escape

  24-03-2024 22:38
  
  Many  late-night TV watchers have heard of or even seen the movie The Great Escape. Now, thanks to a new exhibit from Calgary's Military Museums, fans of the film can learn the true story that inspired the movie. It starred James Garner and Steve McQueen, among others, and details how a group of allied prisoners of war launch an escape effort from Stalag Luft III. Few may realize the 1963 movie was based on an actual great escape largely driven by Canadian soldiers. ESCAPE FROM STALAG
  
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• Flames sign Finnish defenceman Joni Jurmo to entry-level contract - Lethbridge News Now

  24-03-2024 21:16 via news.google.com
  
  Flames sign Finnish defenceman Joni Jurmo to entry-level contract  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Russia concert hall attack suspects appear in a Moscow courtroom - Lethbridge News Now

  24-03-2024 20:53 via news.google.com
  
  Russia concert hall attack suspects appear in a Moscow courtroom  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Alberta scientists band together to shift climate change focus to health impacts

  24-03-2024 19:40 via globalnews.ca
  
  Bodies and minds are just as affected by climate change as sea ice and forests, says University of Alberta scientist Sherilee Harper.
  
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• Lethbridge Hurricanes defeat Medicine Hat Tigerts 4-3 in overtime - CTV News Calgary

  24-03-2024 19:06 via news.google.com
  
  Lethbridge Hurricanes defeat Medicine Hat Tigerts 4-3 in overtime  CTV News Calgary
  
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• Hurricanes wrap up regular season on winning note,defeating Tigers 4-3 in OT

  24-03-2024 19:06
  
  The Hurricanes wrapped up their regular season on a winning note Saturday night, defeating the Tigers 4-3 in overtime in a game played in Medicine Hat, Alta. After killing a penalty to open the extra period, Tristen Doyle redirected a pass from Miguel Marques through the legs of Medicine Hat goaltender Zach Zahara for the win. Dylan Sydor added two and Carter Dereniwsky had the other goal for the Hurricanes. Gavin McKenna, Oasiz Wiesblatt and Gavin McKenna scored for the Tigers. Sydor's two goal
  
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• 80th anniversary of the 'Great Escape' from Nazi German POW camp marked in Poland

  24-03-2024 19:05
  
  Observances were held in Poland on Sunday to mark the 80th anniversary of the "Great Escape," an ingenious act of defiance during World War II in which 76 prisoners of war tunneled out of a German prisoner-of-war camp into a snowy forest. British soldiers carried photos of pilots murdered on Hitler's orders at a ceremony that was also attended by the British ambassador to Poland and marked the culmination of observances that lasted all weekend. During World War II, the Nazi POW camp held capture
  
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• South Korea's Gim beats Italy's Constantini at world women's curling championship - Lethbridge News Now

  24-03-2024 18:44 via news.google.com
  
  South Korea's Gim beats Italy's Constantini at world women's curling championship  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Hitmen end disappointing season with 6-3 victory over Swift Current at Saddledome

  24-03-2024 18:40
  
  The Hitmen ended the season on a winning note Saturday night, toppling the Broncos 6-3 in a game played at the Saddledome. After falling behind on a pair of first-period Bronco markers by Conor Geekie and Clarke Caswell, the Hitmen erupted in the middle frame, scoring five times. Carter Yakemchuk, Connor Dale, Reese Hamilton and Oliver Tulk twice propelled the Hitmen to a 5-2 lead.Oliver Tulk has 39 goals and counting...@WHLHitmen pic.twitter.com/onP4uUFeEb — The WHL (@TheWHL) March 24, 20
  
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• 3-month investigation of anonymous tips leads to charges, seizure of $125K worth of drugs, unstamped cigarettes, and cash

  24-03-2024 17:56
  
  A Spruce Grove, Alta., man has been charged after an investigation by Devon RCMP that led to the seizure of thousands of unstamped cigarettes, drugs and cash. In January, Devon RCMP received a number of anonymous tips about a drug and tobacco trafficking operation located in Devon. In a collaboration with the central Alberta RCMP’s crime reduction unit (CRU), officers undertook an investigation that lasted nearly three months. Recently, Devon RCMP, the CRU unit and RCMP Police Dog Services
  
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• At the double: A Paris race celebrates the waiters and waitresses who nourish city's life and soul

  24-03-2024 17:34
  
  Usain Bolt's sprint world records were never in danger. Then again, even the world's fastest-ever human likely wouldn't have been so quick while balancing a tray with a croissant, a coffee cup and a glass of water through the streets of Paris, and without spilling it everywhere. France's capital resurrected a 110-year-old race for its waiters and waitresses Sunday. The dash through central Paris celebrated the dexterous and, yes, by their own admittance, sometimes famously moody men and women wi
  
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• Tatertots rejoice: Calgarian McRae takes home first 2 Junos in Saturday night industry ceremony

  24-03-2024 16:32
  
  Calgary pop superstar Tate McRae has had a great Juno Awards even before Sunday night’s nationally-televised ceremony. McRae won a pair of Junos Saturday night, as her smash hit "Greedy" picked up Single of the Year and she also won for Artist of the Year. McCrae, who attended Western Canada High School, is also nominated for TikTok Fan Choice, which will be presented Sunday night. She’s performing in Calgary July 5 as part of the Cowboys Music Festival. Meanwhile, Shawn Everett, who
  
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• Alberta physicians to receive funding based on patient roster size

  24-03-2024 16:22 via globalnews.ca
  
  The funding provided is based on the number of patients on a physician's panel. The minimum number of continual patients required to receive payments is 500.
  
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• Hoglander scores twice as Vancouver Canucks double up Calgary Flames 4-2

  24-03-2024 15:06
  
  Conor Garland has long been impressed with his Vancouver Canucks teammate Nils Hoglander. On Saturday the rest of the hockey world took notice, too.  Hoglander scored twice — including a highlight-reel worthy goal — as the Canucks doubled up the Calgary Flames 4-2.  The performance was no surprise to Garland. “My first day here I couldn't believe how good he was, three years ago. And I think he's just really found his game all around the ice," Garland said o
  
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• Russia concert hall attack suspects appear in a Moscow courtroom

  24-03-2024 14:30
  
  Suspects in the Russia concert hall attack, which left more than 130 dead, arrived at a Moscow district court on Sunday night. There was a heavy police presence around the Basmanny District Court, which is expected to determine pretrial restrictions for the men, who are suspected of opening fire on crowds of concertgoers at the suburban Crocus City Hall on Friday. One of the suspects was led blindfolded into the courtroom. His blindfold was removed and a black eye was visible. The attack, which
  
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• Four men charged in Moscow attack, showing signs of beatings at hearing, court says two accept guilt

  24-03-2024 14:30
  
  Four men accused of staging the Russia concert hall attack that killed more than 130 people appeared before a Moscow court Sunday showing signs of severe beatings as they faced formal terrorism charges. One appeared to be barely conscious during the hearing. A court statement said two of the suspects accepted their guilt in the assault after being charged in the preliminary hearing, though the men’s condition raised questions about whether they were speaking freely. There had been earlier
  
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• As Russia mourns concert hall attack, some families are wondering if their loved ones are alive

  24-03-2024 14:30
  
  Family and friends of those still missing after an attack that killed more than 130 people at a suburban Moscow concert hall waited for news of their loved ones as Russia observed a day of national mourning on Sunday. Events at cultural institutions were canceled, flags were lowered to half-staff and television entertainment and advertising were suspended, according to state news agency RIA Novosti. A steady stream of people added to a makeshift memorial near the burnt-out concert hall, creating
  
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• As Russia mourns a deadly attack, some families still don't know if their loved ones are alive

  24-03-2024 14:30
  
  Family and friends of those still missing after an attack that killed over 130 people at a suburban Moscow concert hall waited for news of their loved ones as Russia observed a day of national mourning on Sunday. Events at cultural institutions were canceled, flags were lowered, and TV entertainment and ads were suspended, according to state news agency RIA Novosti. A steady stream of people brought flowers to a makeshift memorial near the burnt-out concert hall. “People came to a concert,
  
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• Some of nearly 300 abducted schoolchildren in Nigeria's north are freed after weeks in captivity

  24-03-2024 13:47
  
  At least 137 of nearly 300 Nigerian children abducted more than two weeks ago from their school in the northwestern state of Kaduna were released on Sunday, the West African nation’s military said. An earlier statement from the government suggested that all the students were freed. Motorcycle-riding gunmen invaded the Kuriga school on March 7 and marched the children into the forests before security forces could arrive, as terrified families watched helplessly. School authorities said a to
  
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• Over 130 abducted schoolchildren in Nigeria's northwest are rescued after weeks in captivity

  24-03-2024 13:47
  
  More than 130 children abducted more than two weeks ago from their school in Nigeria's northwestern state of Kaduna were rescued Sunday and are getting psychological support before being returned to their families, the West African nation’s military and government officials said. School authorities had told the state government that a total of 287 students were kidnapped when motorcycle-riding gunmen invaded the remote Kuriga school March 7. However, Kaduna Gov. Uba Sani told local media l
  
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• Greece would 'absolutely' be interested in purchasing Canadian LNG: Greek PM

  24-03-2024 13:00
  
  Greece would “of course” be interested in purchasing Canada’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) if the resource could be made available to the Mediterranean country, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis says. Mitsotakis sat down with CTV’s Question Period host Vassy Kapelos in Montreal for an exclusive interview airing Sunday, during the prime minister’s visit to Canada over the weekend. Canada has eight LNG projects “in various stages of development,” acc
  
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• HKO-WHL-Sums-Lethbridge-Medicine Hat - Houston Chronicle

  24-03-2024 05:11 via news.google.com
  
  HKO-WHL-Sums-Lethbridge-Medicine Hat  Houston Chronicle
  
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• Calgary Earth Hour event Saturday features Indigenous Youth Showcase

  24-03-2024 04:32
  
  The Calgary Earth Hour Unplugged event on Saturday featured dozens of interactive environmental activities. Earth Hour is a global annual campaign of energy awareness for one hour in each time zone around the world where individuals, communities, and businesses are encouraged to turn off their non-essential lights for one hour.  In Calgary, an event at the Central Library included Indigenous drummers, singers and dancers, hip hop artists and dance music. The free family-oriented event also
  
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• Wizards win two in a row, hand Raptors 10th straight loss - Lethbridge News Now

  24-03-2024 04:01 via news.google.com
  
  Wizards win two in a row, hand Raptors 10th straight loss  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Oilers fall to Leafs 6-3 on the road

  24-03-2024 03:42
  
  Bobby McMann had two goals and an assist, Auston Matthews added his NHL-leading 58th goal into an empty net and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat off the Edmonton Oilers 6-3 on Saturday night. Pontus Holmberg also scored twice, William Nylander had a goal and an assist, and Matthews added assist. Ilya Samsonov made 31 saves before leaving because of an injury with 3:39 left. Martin Jones stopped five shots in relief. Toronto has won two straight to improve to 40-20-9. Edmonton dropped to 42-22-4. The
  
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• Ilia Malinin takes men's world figure skating crown in dominating fashion - Lethbridge News Now

  24-03-2024 03:31 via news.google.com
  
  Ilia Malinin takes men's world figure skating crown in dominating fashion  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• McMann, Holmberg help Leafs down Oilers; McDavid registers three more assists - Lethbridge News Now

  24-03-2024 02:59 via news.google.com
  
  McMann, Holmberg help Leafs down Oilers; McDavid registers three more assists  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Biden and Trump win Louisiana's presidential primary having already clinched nominations - Lethbridge News Now

  24-03-2024 02:11 via news.google.com
  
  Biden and Trump win Louisiana's presidential primary having already clinched nominations  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Trades and technology camp encourages young women to pursue a career in the trades

  24-03-2024 01:45
  
  Sparks were flying in the Boilermakers Lodge as young women tried their hand at welding. Saturday was the first day of a three-day camp allowing students in grades nine through 12 to put on a tool belt, learn from female industry experts and try their hand at everything from welding to laser cutting and electrical projects. “It is important to have this event just to show that skilled trades is needed. There's only 5% of women in the skilled trades,” says Sherry Huang program coordin
  
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• Innovative Easter egg hunt in northeast Calgary for children and youth experiencing sight loss

  24-03-2024 00:26
  
  The snow didn’t stop several dozen families from attending an accessible egg hunt so children and youth with sight loss could participate in this popular Easter tradition.  A 3-d printer was used to create the eggs which were then hidden out in the field in the snow. “Once they're activated, they beep and it gives the youth an opportunity to be independent and find eggs that maybe they previously didn't have the opportunity to do,” says Craig Peterson the executive directo
  
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• Calgarians celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit of new Canadians

  24-03-2024 00:09
  
  The Immigrant Education Society (TIES) showcased the accomplishments of women entrepreneurs during its second annual Inspiring Showcase Saturday. “We're here celebrating that they're running their business that they have started, or they're in the process of starting their businesses. We have market booths, where 29 Ladies are showcasing their businesses and selling their products or services,” says Vivian Escorsian the Entrepreneurial Program Manager at TIES. Escorsian says their pr
  
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