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• Have you seen Matthew? Calgary police seek missing man

  19-06-2024 23:43
  
  Calgary police are looking for help as they search for a man who went missing from the community of Bowness earlier this month. Matthew, 29, was last seen in the 4400 block of 16 Avenue N.W. at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 15. Police say he has a medical condition that requires medication, and his family is concerned for his well-being. He is described as 5'10" (178 centimetres) and 170 pounds (77 kilograms) with brown eyes and short brown hair. He was last seen wearing a bluehooded sweatshirt, g
  
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• Alberta seniors to get 25% discount on driver’s medical exam

  19-06-2024 23:39
  
  Seniors in Alberta will get a break if they need a medical exam to renew their driver’s licence. The Alberta government is giving seniors a 25 per cent discount on a driver’s medical exam. It’s something they have to do to ensure they’re qualified to drive at the age of 75, 80 and every two years after that. The cost of the exam, conducted by a physician or a nurse practitioner, is not covered by Alberta Health Care. Once seniors present the test to a registry, the regist
  
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• City of Chestermere sues fired members of council ahead of byelection

  19-06-2024 23:22
  
  The City of Chestermere has filed a lawsuit against its former mayor and three councillors, demanding $655,177.13 be paid back to the city for improper expenditures while on council between 2022 and 2023.  Jeff Colvin, Mel Foat, Blaine Funk and Stephen Hanley are all named as defendants in the lawsuit, in which the city alleges they owe a total of $430,638.69 for unauthorized expenditures of city funds, while Colvin himself is asked to repay $223,860.26 in misuse of taxpayer dollars. The la
  
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• Help Friends of Fish Creek reintroduce native plants through Grow With Us project

  19-06-2024 23:18
  
  Friends of Fish Creek Provincial Park Society is looking for gardeners to sign up for a project called 'Grow With Us.' The idea is to have people all over Calgary plant a variety of native species, and then harvest the seeds, which will be planted in Fish Creek Provincial Park. The organization says it's a massive project, because Fish Creek is the second-largest urban park in Canada, covering an area of 13.48 square kilometres. "It is daunting," said Emma Stroud, a biologist who serves as the p
  
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• LPS arrests man wanted for allegedly violating release conditions - Lethbridge News Now

  19-06-2024 23:15 via news.google.com
  
  LPS arrests man wanted for allegedly violating release conditions  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• National Indigenous Peoples Day to be celebrated in Lethbridge Coulees - Lethbridge News Now

  19-06-2024 22:50 via news.google.com
  
  National Indigenous Peoples Day to be celebrated in Lethbridge Coulees  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Traffic stop by Cochrane RCMP leads to seizure of loaded pistol, drugs

  19-06-2024 22:39
  
  A Calgary man faces multiple firearms-related charges after a traffic stop led to the seizure of a loaded pistol, several bags of cocaine and other drug paraphernalia. On June 16, around 11:30 p.m., Cochrane RCMP conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle for window tint and an aggressive U-turn that took place in the middle of an intersection. An officer spotted open liquor and cannabis within arms reach of the driver. A search yielded the pistol, what officers believe to be cocaine and drug paraphe
  
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• Calgary's first municipal political party has been established

  19-06-2024 22:20
  
  Calgary’s first political party at the municipal level has been established after provincial legislation cleared the way for party affiliations at the local level. Alberta’s contentious Bill 20, passed in May, allows political parties on municipal ballots, along with granting the province greater authority to fire elected municipal councillors and veto city bylaws. A Better Calgary Party was officially launched on Wednesday, the first municipal party in the city.The information you n
  
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• Vancouver Canucks sign defenceman Mark Friedman to one-year deal - Lethbridge News Now

  19-06-2024 21:54 via news.google.com
  
  Vancouver Canucks sign defenceman Mark Friedman to one-year deal  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Gilgeous-Alexander, Wiggins headline Canada men's Olympic basketball roster - Lethbridge News Now

  19-06-2024 21:54 via news.google.com
  
  Gilgeous-Alexander, Wiggins headline Canada men's Olympic basketball roster  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Fernandez through to quarterfinals in Birmingham with win over Golubic - Lethbridge News Now

  19-06-2024 21:54 via news.google.com
  
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• Study finds coal dust blown onto snowpack in Alberta, British Columbia

  19-06-2024 21:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  Newly published research has found cancer-causing chemicals downwind from coal mines in southern British Columbia in concentrations that rival those next to oilsand mines.
  
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• Coal mine contaminants blown onto snowpack in Alberta, B.C.: study

  19-06-2024 21:37
  
  Newly published research has found cancer-causing chemicals downwind from coal mines in southern British Columbia in concentrations that rival those next to oilsand mines. The research, conducted by the Alberta government and the University of Alberta, studied the snowpack around four coal mines in British Columbia's Elk Valley. It says clear traces of coal dust found in Alberta and B.C. matched the profile of coal from the mines in patterns that suggest the dust was carried by wind.Sign up for
  
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• Robotic dogs spread ‘paw-sitivity’ and calm nerves for young patients at Alberta Children’s Hospital

  19-06-2024 21:32
  
  Animal therapy is a well-known method to calm the nerves of those dealing with stress or anxiety, but a new robotic twist on the idea is now aiding in recovery efforts for the Alberta Children’s Hospital’s youngest patients. A pair of robotic dogs were recently donated to the hospital’s Child Life Team – named Casey1 and Casey2 – after a generous donor who supplied the latest interactive technology. The robots can do all sorts of tricks which include talking, dancin
  
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• Alberta's population grows by nearly 50K, fuelled by interprovincial migration

  19-06-2024 20:53
  
  Alberta’s population continues to grow, adding nearly 50,000 people in the first quarter of 2024. Statistics Canada released its updated quarterly population estimates on Wednesday, showing Alberta’s population at 4,849,906 – up from 4,800,768, as of April 1. The province’s growth continues to be fuelled by inter-provincial migration. While most provinces and territories saw net losses in exchanges, Alberta led the way adding 12,482 people from other provinces.The informa
  
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• Calgary businesses to be allowed to use river water during crisis

  19-06-2024 20:45
  
  Calgary businesses whose workflow has run dry under the current restrictions related to a water main repair have been given a break by the city. Officials say Calgary has applied for and been granted two temporary diversion licences (TDLs) to use water from the Bow River for industrial purposes. This means that commercial users will be able to access supplies of non-potable water at two locations along the river.Sign up for breaking news alerts from CTV News, right at your fingertips The informa
  
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• CFL to begin augmented broadcasts of games Thursday on TSN+ - Lethbridge News Now

  19-06-2024 20:39 via news.google.com
  
  CFL to begin augmented broadcasts of games Thursday on TSN+  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Canada's Raonic loses second-round match to Fritz at Queen's Club - Lethbridge News Now

  19-06-2024 20:39 via news.google.com
  
  Canada's Raonic loses second-round match to Fritz at Queen's Club  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Calgary’s newest mural will make Sunnyside even more cheerful

  19-06-2024 20:18
  
  Calgarians may be facing challenges keeping their gardens in bloom amid the city's ongoing water main repairs, but there are some new flowers in Sunnyside that will never need watering. The flowers are part of a colourful new mural being painted on the side of the 'Hive at Sunnyside' apartment building on 9A Street N.W. The giant sunflower mural from Calgary-based artist Alex Kwon pays tribute to Sunnyside's community garden. Once completed, it will be visible to drivers along Memorial Drive, pe
  
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• Here’s why there will be wrestling in a parking lot in Kensington Saturday night

  19-06-2024 20:17
  
  Saturday night wrestling in Kensington worked so well last fall that the grapplers are returning for a follow-up summer solstice card this weekend in both Calgary and Okotoks. Saturday, the world heritage heavyweight championship will be on the line when champion Deryck Crossee “Show Killer” takes on “The Runaway Rebel” Aaron Sixx in a no-disqualification match. Other fights on the card include CanAm world tag team champions “Mr. Beefy Goodness” Vance Nevada a
  
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• As Oilers turn Stanley Cup Final around, Stuart Skinner steps up when it matters most

  19-06-2024 20:11 via globalnews.ca
  
  Skinner has been the better netminder the last two outings in the Stanley Cup Final against Sergei Bobrovsky.
  
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• Canada lists Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as terror group - Lethbridge News Now

  19-06-2024 20:04 via news.google.com
  
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• This former Edmonton reporter is using his news background to make video games

  19-06-2024 19:24 via globalnews.ca
  
  Video game developer Ben Gelinas' game "Times and Galaxy" puts players in the shoe-analogues of a robo-intern for "the solar system’s most trusted holopaper."
  
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• Flames trade goaltender Markstrom to Devils for Bahl, first-round pick - Lethbridge News Now

  19-06-2024 19:04 via news.google.com
  
  Flames trade goaltender Markstrom to Devils for Bahl, first-round pick  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Collaros, Bombers look to snap dismal start to 2024 CFL season - Lethbridge News Now

  19-06-2024 19:04 via news.google.com
  
  Collaros, Bombers look to snap dismal start to 2024 CFL season  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• As Canada prepares for Copa America opener, here’s a look at all the teams competing

  19-06-2024 18:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  Thursday's Copa America opener in Atlanta will see Canada take on Argentina.
  
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• Alberta accounted for 20% of national population growth in first quarter - Lethbridge News Now

  19-06-2024 18:39 via news.google.com
  
  Alberta accounted for 20% of national population growth in first quarter  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Beltline resident accused of stabbing neighbours after verbal spat

  19-06-2024 18:29
  
  Calgary police have laid charges in a stabbing at a Beltline apartment building earlier this week. Emergency crews were called to the 600 block of 13 Avenue S.W. just after 9:30 a.m. on Monday for reports that a couple had been stabbed. Police say the suspect left prior to their arrival but was arrested Monday afternoon. The victims were taken to hospital in stable condition. "Investigators believe the suspect is a resident in the building and began a verbal altercation with the couple, who resi
  
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• Caeli McKay leads young Canadian diving team into Paris Olympics - Lethbridge News Now

  19-06-2024 18:19 via news.google.com
  
  Caeli McKay leads young Canadian diving team into Paris Olympics  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Flames trade goalie Jacob Markstrom to Devils

  19-06-2024 18:17
  
  The Calgary Flames have traded goalie Jacob Markstrom to the New Jersey Devils in exchange for a first-round pick and defenceman Kevin Bahl. The team announced the deal in a news release on Wednesday, confirming earlier reports that the Swedish netminder was headed to the Garden State. In return, the Flames receive a 2025 first-round draft pick and Bahl.The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News App Sign up for breaking news alerts from CTV News, right at your
  
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• Calgary Flames trade goalie Jacob Markstrom to New Jersey Devils: TSN

  19-06-2024 18:17
  
  The Calgary Flames have reportedly traded goalie Jacob Markstrom to the New Jersey Devils. TSN hockey writer Travis Yost reported the news on X on Wednesday morning. TSN insider Pierre LeBrun later confirmed the report that the Swedish netminder would in fact be traded to the Devils after months of negotiationsBelieve Calgary’s Jakob Markstrom is being traded to New Jersey. — Travis Yost (@travisyost) June 19, 2024 As @travisyost reported, Flames and Devils working to finalize a Mark
  
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• Canada's population surpasses 41 million in Q1 2024 - Lethbridge News Now

  19-06-2024 17:57 via news.google.com
  
  Canada's population surpasses 41 million in Q1 2024  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• City looking for innovative projects to improve community wellbeing - My Lethbridge Now

  19-06-2024 17:46 via news.google.com
  
  City looking for innovative projects to improve community wellbeing  My Lethbridge Now
  
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• Calgary water emergency: Repairs likely to be done in 3-week window

  19-06-2024 17:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  Calgary officials said Wednesday that regular water supply will likely be restored on the earlier end of the timeline estimate – in about three weeks rather than five.
  
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• Calgary water emergency: 600 Olympic-sized pools worth of water saved in 2 weeks

  19-06-2024 17:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  Gondek said Calgarians used about 445 million litres of water on Tuesday, marking the fourth day in a row that usage has not exceeded the city's threshold.
  
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• Calgarians have saved 600 Olympic-sized pools worth of water in 2 weeks since crisis began: mayor

  19-06-2024 17:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  Gondek said Calgarians used about 445 million litres of water on Tuesday, marking the fourth day in a row that usage has not exceeded the city's threshold.
  
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• New discount for Alberta seniors renewing their driver's licence - Lethbridge News Now

  19-06-2024 17:29 via news.google.com
  
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• City seeking proposals for community wellbeing - City of Lethbridge

  19-06-2024 17:27 via news.google.com
  
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• Calgary fire crews at 2-alarm fire in Bowness

  19-06-2024 16:38
  
  Fire crews were called to a fire at a home in Bowness on Wednesday morning. The Calgary Fire Department says it was dispatched to a home in the 6200 block of Bowwood Drive N.W. at about 7:48 a.m. Officials said a second alarm was called to ensure adequate crews were at the scene. This is a developing story and we will have more details when they become available…
  
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• WestJet is cancelling dozens of flights as mechanic strike looms

  19-06-2024 16:14 via globalnews.ca
  
  As airline mechanics are set to go on strike this week, WestJet is going to cancel 40 flights across Canada, affecting 6,500 passengers.
  
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• Replacement pipes arrive in Calgary to help in water main repairs

  19-06-2024 16:12
  
  City of Calgary confirms two massive replacement pipes from San Diego have arrived in the city to ultimately be used in the ongoing repair work on a water main that broke earlier this month. They’re being prepared for installation, which includes sandblasting and applying epoxy. Once that is complete, the pipes will be moved to the worksite on 16th Avenue N.W.Sign up for breaking news alerts from CTV News, right at your fingertips The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Dow
  
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• Lethbridge College Research Chair receives nearly $500000 in funding - Lethbridge News Now

  19-06-2024 16:06 via news.google.com
  
  Lethbridge College Research Chair receives nearly $500000 in funding  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Warmup starts on Thursday, increasing concerns around wildfire

  19-06-2024 16:01
  
  Some communities in southern Alberta started the day with temperatures below freezing Wednesday – including Bragg Creek where it dropped to -2 C before 7 a.m. This situation may repeat again on Thursday morning with cooler overnight lows before a change in weather patterns. A ridge of high pressure will move in from the Pacific and settle over the western Prairies and the southern Territories on Thursday to kick off a trend of warmer weather. Both daytime highs and overnight lows are expec
  
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• Ontario's open single-game sports-betting industry continues to thrive. - Lethbridge News Now

  19-06-2024 15:44 via news.google.com
  
  Ontario's open single-game sports-betting industry continues to thrive.  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• IN PHOTOS: Oilers fans’ confidence swelling as team drags Stanley Cup Final back to Edmonton

  19-06-2024 15:15 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Oilers are looking to become the first team since the Toronto Maple Leafs in 1942 to come back from a three-nothing deficit to win the Stanley Cup.
  
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• Mobile mammography trailer coming to Milk River - My Lethbridge Now

  19-06-2024 15:00 via news.google.com
  
  Mobile mammography trailer coming to Milk River  My Lethbridge Now
  
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• WestJet cancels some 40 flights in anticipation of strike by mechanics

  19-06-2024 14:16
  
  The WestJet Group has cancelled about 40 flights in anticipation of a possible strike by its aircraft maintenance workers on Thursday. The airline says about 6,500 travellers have been affected by the decision covering flights on Tuesday and Wednesday. WestJet says it started cancelling and consolidating its flights in order to park aircraft in a safe and organized manner.Sign up for breaking news alerts from CTV News, right at your fingertips The information you need to know, sent directly to y
  
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• Thousands affected after WestJet cancels flights in anticipation of mechanics strike

  19-06-2024 14:16
  
  Thousands of WestJet customers are scrambling after the airline cancelled about 40 flights ahead of a possible strike by its plane mechanics this Thursday. Some 6,500 travellers were booked on the cancelled trips, scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday. WestJet said the move reduces the potential for stranded passengers and ensures the carrier can avoid abandoning aircraft in far-flung locations.Sign up for breaking news alerts from CTV News, right at your fingertips The information you need to kno
  
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• Alberta reopens applications for Every Kid Can Play program - Lethbridge News Now

  19-06-2024 13:49 via news.google.com
  
  Alberta reopens applications for Every Kid Can Play program  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services giving tips to stay safe on the water - Lethbridge News Now

  19-06-2024 13:06 via news.google.com
  
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