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• WestJet introducing Wi-Fi to some flights in 2025, more in 2026

  24-07-2024 23:47
  WestJet loyalty members will soon be able to use Wi-Fi aboard flights. Partnering with Telus, WestJet is providing its rewards members access to free Wi-Fi through Starlink. The airline says Starlink can deliver the speeds necessary for every passenger on board its aircraft to livestream videos or play online games on their devices. WestJet's narrow-body fleet will be equipped with Wi-Fi by the end of 2025. The airline's wide-body aircraft will follow by the end of 2026.
  
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• Southern Alberta adaptive water skiing clinic growing in popularity

  24-07-2024 23:22
  
  To break down barriers, an adaptive water skiing clinic was held for those with mental and physical disabilities on Tuesday evening. The Give It a Go clinic was held at Stafford Lake for the fourth time since being introduced to southern Alberta in 2021. "When I get out on the water or when I get out on snow or to do anything outdoors, I really feel that my disability is non-existent, like it's not even there and for a split moment in time, it's gone," said Rebecca Neels. Neels, who has cerebral
  
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• Lethbridge Shelter and Resource Centre to undergo major expansion - Lethbridge News Now

  24-07-2024 23:22 via news.google.com
  Lethbridge Shelter and Resource Centre to undergo major expansion  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Tornado watch alert issued for central Alberta

  24-07-2024 23:08
  
  A tornado watch alert was issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada Wednesday afternoon for communities across central Alberta. The alert is in effect for communities between Wetaskiwin and Calgary that are west of Veteran’s Memorial Highway 35 and east of the foothills. The advisory says that conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms, which may ultimately produce tornadoes, strong winds, large hail and heavy rain.This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. Enviro
  
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• Maintenance work complete at city water treatment plants

  24-07-2024 22:41
  
  The city announced Wednesday that another pump has been turned on at its Bearspaw plant as water service returns to normal in Calgary. Francois Bouchart, the city’s director of capital priorities and investment, made the announcement at a brief livestreamed update Wednesday afternoon. Bouchart said the additional pump could increase capacity to 75 per cent of its usual quantity. The city will monitor the impact of the additional pressure on the feeder main before making a decision whether
  
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• Deadline approaching for community wellbeing proposals in Lethbridge - My Lethbridge Now

  24-07-2024 22:35 via news.google.com
  Deadline approaching for community wellbeing proposals in Lethbridge  My Lethbridge Now
  
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• Lethbridge City Council votes to support bid for the 2026 Memorial Cup - CJWE

  24-07-2024 22:19 via news.google.com
  Lethbridge City Council votes to support bid for the 2026 Memorial Cup  CJWE
  
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• A healthy watershed provides many benefits to southern Alberta - My Lethbridge Now

  24-07-2024 22:02 via news.google.com
  A healthy watershed provides many benefits to southern Alberta  My Lethbridge Now
  
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• 67-year-old B.C. man dies in motorcycle crash in Coleman, Alta.

  24-07-2024 22:02
  
  A motorcyclist injured in a Tuesday collision with an SUV in Coleman, Alta., has died. Tuesday, about 2:29 p.m., police responded to reports of the collision. The motorcyclist, a 67-year-old B.C. man, was transported to a hospital in the area, where he was declared dead,  Crowsnest Pass RCMP said in a media release Wednesday afternoon. An investigation into the cause of the collision continues. Coleman is located approximately 232 kilometres southwest of Calgary. With files by Brendan Ellis
  
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• Sea Bears set scoring record in late comeback against Surge in front of over 11K fans in Winnipeg

  24-07-2024 20:08
  
  The Sea Bears rewarded a record-setting Winnipeg crowd with a record-high number of points Tuesday night. With 11,051 fans in attendance – the second-largest crowd in CEBL history – the Sea Bears bounced back from a 13 point second-half deficit to defeat the Calgary Surge 111-104. The 111 points eclipsed the teams’ previous record of 110 while the win clinched a playoff spot for the Sea Bears, who improved to 9-9. Calgary had a four-game winning streak snapped as the Surge fell
  
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• Central Alberta couple wins $5M on Lotto 6-49

  24-07-2024 19:34
  
  A central Alberta couple has won $5 million on Lotto 6-49. Murray and Darlene Timmins won the money on the June 26 draw. "We’ve been playing the same numbers since the '80s," Darlene said in a news release. "They were the same numbers my late father played." Murray said his wife routinely checks the tickets while she drinks her coffee in the morning. "(When I saw the win) I just said, ‘Thanks, Dad,'" Darlane said. "I was expecting a free play or something," Murray added. "I couldn&rs
  
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• Committee to discuss workload of Lethbridge city councillors - Lethbridge News Now

  24-07-2024 19:15 via news.google.com
  Committee to discuss workload of Lethbridge city councillors  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Ethics commissioner flags conflict at Sustainable Development and Technology Canada - Lethbridge News Now

  24-07-2024 18:55 via news.google.com
  Ethics commissioner flags conflict at Sustainable Development and Technology Canada  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Calgary college recognizing international self-care day

  24-07-2024 18:38
  
  July 24 marks international self-care day, a day to observe the importance of self-care for overall health and well-being. Mom of six Marisa Cardinal is sharing a bit about how she approaches each day. "When it comes to self-care, I always try to think about what I can do to make myself feel great both physically and mentally," she said. "Living with Type 2 diabetes has helped me realize how important both are." Not sure how to start your self-care journey? The Students’ Association o
  
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• WestJet will soon offer some travellers free Wi-Fi on flights

  24-07-2024 18:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  Some WestJet travellers will soon be able to stay connected on their flights, as the airline is planning to offer customers free in-flight Wi-Fi.
  
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• Lethbridge City Council gives thumbs up to 2026 Memorial Cup hosting bid - My Lethbridge Now

  24-07-2024 18:19 via news.google.com
  Lethbridge City Council gives thumbs up to 2026 Memorial Cup hosting bid  My Lethbridge Now
  
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• Heat warnings and poor air quality on Wednesday

  24-07-2024 18:13
  
  It was a hot and humid start to the middle of the week for Calgary, but temperatures will feel a lot more comfortable by the time we get to Thursday. A persistent ridge of high pressure that has been fueling this heat for the last 10 days or so will finally start to deteriorate later Wednesday, thanks to strong upper low moving in from B.C. But while the heat is around, the smoke will be too. Calgary woke up to an air quality advisory this morning as smoke from several nearby wildfires tracked i
  
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• Alberta NDP seeking candidate for Lethbridge-West by-election - rdnewsnow.com

  24-07-2024 17:26 via news.google.com
  Alberta NDP seeking candidate for Lethbridge-West by-election  rdnewsnow.com
  
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• Alberta NDP seeking candidate for Lethbridge-West by-election - Lethbridge News Now

  24-07-2024 17:01 via news.google.com
  Alberta NDP seeking candidate for Lethbridge-West by-election  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Suspicious package prompts closure of Sunnyside CTrain Station

  24-07-2024 16:50
  
  Calgary's Sunnyside CTrain Station was temporarily closed on Wednesday morning as part of a police investigation. Police say the closure was due to concerns over a suspicious package nearby, The CTrain station was cordoned off by police tape and several police cruisers could be seen in the area. Calgary Transit used shuttles to move passengers between Lions Park and the Seventh Street Station. At 9:30 a.m., Calgary Transit said on social media the incident had been resolved and CTrain service ha
  
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• Calgary police investigate suspicious package at Sunnyside CTrain Station

  24-07-2024 16:50
  
  Calgary's Sunnyside CTrain Station is closed as part of a police investigation. Police say the closure is due to concerns over a suspicious package nearby, The CTrain station is corned off by police tape and several police cruisers can be seen in the area. ONGOING INVESTIGATION The Sunnyside CTrain Station is currently closed while police investigate a suspicious package that was located.⚠️ Please use alternate routes. pic.twitter.com/sM91n8Z2Om — Calgary Police (@CalgaryPolic
  
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• Injured man taken to hospital from Beltline Safeway not a shooting victim: police

  24-07-2024 15:56
  
  Calgary police say a man who turned up at a Beltline grocery store early Wednesday was not a shooting victim even though he said he was. Police say a victim showed up at the Safeway in the 800 block of 11 Avenue S.W. at 4:40 a.m. and smashed a window to get inside. He told an employee he had been shot and the worker called 911. Police say the man was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries -- but investigators have determined the man's claims that he was shot are unsubstantiated. An
  
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• Calgary shooting victim taken to hospital from Beltline Safeway

  24-07-2024 15:56
  
  Calgary police are investigating a shooting on Wednesday morning, though they aren't sure where it happened. Police say a victim showed up at the Safeway in the 800 block of 11 Avenue S.W. at 4:30 a.m. and smashed a window to get inside, at which time an employee called 911. Police say the man was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Anyone with information on the incident is asked to call Calgary police at 403-266-1234. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stopp
  
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• Multiple structures ablaze as wildfire roars into Jasper townsite

  24-07-2024 15:09
  
  One of two raging, wind-whipped fires menacing Jasper, Alta., roared into town Wednesday night and began burning buildings. Parks officials say the fire entered the southern edge of the community about 6:40 p.m. Pictures on social media depicted lodges and other buildings wrapped in fiery sheets of orange flame.Complete coverage of the 2024 Alberta wildfire seasonSome fire crews were ordered out as the battle switched from the forest to the streets. “(The) air quality had deteriorated to t
  
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• Wildfire north of Calgary prompts evacuation alert, highway closures

  24-07-2024 15:03
  
  A wildfire is prompting evacuations and highway closures north of Calgary. The fire is burning about 25 kilometres west of the community of Water Valley, Alta. Water Valley is located in the Municipal District (MD) of Mountain View County, and sits about 60 kilometres northwest of Calgary. An evacuation alert for the area near the fire was issued on Tuesday evening. In it, officials said a reception centre had been set up at Water Valley Community Hall. Residents outside of the evacuation area w
  
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• Jasper wildfire reaches townsite, ‘multiple’ structures reported burning

  24-07-2024 14:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  The wildfire threatening the townsite inside Jasper National Park reached the outskirts of the community Wednesday evening and first responders were being evacuated.
  
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• Jasper wildfire reaches townsite, ‘multiple’ structures and hotels on fire

  24-07-2024 14:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  The wildfire threatening the townsite inside Jasper National Park reached the outskirts of the community Wednesday evening and first responders were being evacuated.
  
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• Jasper wildfire reaches townsite, first responders evacuating to Hinton

  24-07-2024 14:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  The wildfire threatening the townsite inside Jasper National Park reached the outskirts of the community Wednesday evening and first responders were being evacuated.
  
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• Jasper wildfire reaches townsite, first responders evacuated to Hinton

  24-07-2024 14:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  The wildfire threatening the townsite inside Jasper National Park reached the outskirts of the community Wednesday evening and first responders were being evacuated.
  
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• Jasper wildfire: First responders evacuating to Hinton as fire activity ramps up

  24-07-2024 14:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  A Parks Canada official said while the townsite has been evacuated, helicopters are being used to evacuate people hiking in the backcountry.
  
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• Jasper wildfire: Firefighters expect challenging conditions as blaze creeps closer to townsite

  24-07-2024 14:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  A Parks Canada official said while the townsite has been evacuated, helicopters are being used to evacuate people hiking in the backcountry.
  
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• Jasper wildfire: Evacuees who fled national park find safety after long journey

  24-07-2024 14:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  Evacuees were initially ordered to go to British Columbia but were directed on Tuesday to make a wide U-turn as that province was dealing with its own wildfires.
  
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• Jasper wildfire: Alberta government expects to make request for military assistance

  24-07-2024 14:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  Evacuees were initially ordered to go to British Columbia but were directed on Tuesday to make a wide U-turn as that province was dealing with its own wildfires.
  
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• Air quality advisory issued for Calgary amid smoke

  24-07-2024 14:30
  
  An air quality advisory has been issued for Calgary due to wildfire smoke. Environment and Climate Change Canada issued the advisory just after 4:30 a.m. on Wednesday. As of 7 a.m., Calgary's Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) was sitting at 9 (high risk), with Environment Canada expecting it to hit 10+ throughout the day; the highest rating possible. Calgary's air quality is forecast to improve by Thursday, lowering to six on the AQHI (moderate risk) and dipping to four by Thursday night (moderate
  
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• Accused in Coutts murder-conspiracy trial back on witness stand for third day

  24-07-2024 14:13
  
  One of two men charged with conspiring to murder RCMP officers at the Coutts, Alta., border blockade two years ago will return to the witness stand for a third straight day. Under cross-examination by the Crown yesterday, Chris Carbert said that he paid $5,000 for the Panther A-15 rifle found under his mattress in a police raid of a trailer in the village the night he was arrested. He told the court that he had no idea that the rifle was prohibited under Canadian law. Carbert and Anthony Olienic
  
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• 'A revolution': Crown says accused in Coutts murder-conspiracy trial prepared for war

  24-07-2024 14:13
  
  In a heated courtroom exchange, a man accused of conspiring to murder police at the 2022 Coutts, Alta., blockade rejected accusations he and others brought weapons and body armour to the barricade to start a war. “Coutts to you was going to be a launchpad for a revolution," prosecutor Steven Johnston said to Chris Carbert in Court of King’s Bench in Lethbridge Wednesday. "A revolution? No," said Carbert. "And you and your friends believed that if the police came in and tried to enfor
  
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• Bank of Canada cuts interest rate, signals more to come if inflation keeps dropping

  24-07-2024 12:55
  
  The Bank of Canada has decreased its policy interest rate for the second consecutive time and signalled more cuts are coming if inflation continues to ease. The 25 basis points reduction brings the overnight rate to 4.5 per cent, returning to levels not seen since June 2023. Last month’s cut from 5 per cent to 4.75 per cent was the first in more than four years.WATCH LIVE: Governor of the Bank of Canada Tiff Macklem discusses key interest rate decision Full coverage of the BoC rate decisio
  
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• $1 million provincial grant to support SAAG upgrades - Lethbridge News Now

  24-07-2024 12:55 via news.google.com
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• Young Knights squad gears up for districts tournament starting Thursday in Lethbridge - Medicine Hat News

  24-07-2024 12:27 via news.google.com
  Young Knights squad gears up for districts tournament starting Thursday in Lethbridge  Medicine Hat News
  
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• Bank of Canada expected to deliver second consecutive rate cut today - Lethbridge News Now

  24-07-2024 10:04 via news.google.com
  Bank of Canada expected to deliver second consecutive rate cut today  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Hot and smoky Wednesday; cooler temperatures to follow

  24-07-2024 05:23
  
  It'll be another hot and smoky day on Wednesday but at least the smoke should lessen throughout the day.The heat warning will end for Thursday as an upper-level low and a cold front will bring in a cooler air mass that will last a few days. This will also give us the chance of active weather Thursday afternoon in Calgary with showers and thunderstorms possible. Temperatures will start to climb again by Sunday.
  
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• Lethbridge hosting Junior Little League Championship - Bridge City News

  24-07-2024 01:27 via news.google.com
  Lethbridge hosting Junior Little League Championship  Bridge City News
  
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• Lethbridge Council approves funding for 2026 Memorial Cup bid - Bridge City News

  24-07-2024 01:18 via news.google.com
  Lethbridge Council approves funding for 2026 Memorial Cup bid  Bridge City News
  
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• Jasper wildfire: Alberta government to look into mixed messaging in evacuation orders

  24-07-2024 01:18 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Alberta government said it has questions and will be looking into the messaging used in evacuation orders issued Monday night amid a wildfire in the Jasper region.
  
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• Alberta provides one-time infusion of cash into education following historic enrolment

  24-07-2024 01:16 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta schools are seeing an explosion in their enrolment numbers, causing the province to announce a one-time infusion of cash for education.
  
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• Lethbridge School Division reacts to provincial funding announcement - Lethbridge News Now

  24-07-2024 00:31 via news.google.com
  Lethbridge School Division reacts to provincial funding announcement  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• RCMP investigating fatal collison on Highway 3 - Lethbridge News Now

  24-07-2024 00:25 via news.google.com
  RCMP investigating fatal collison on Highway 3  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Premier says fine-tuning needed for alert system after miscommunicated Jasper evacuation timing

  24-07-2024 00:20
  
  Alberta's premier says changes are needed to the province's emergency alert system after incorrect information was shared about the Jasper evacuation on Monday night.Sign up for breaking news alerts from CTV News Edmonton, right at your fingertipsAn emergency alert communication from the province at 10:18 p.m. indicated the wildfire south of the community would reach the town in five hours. At 11:09 p.m., the following update was posted: "The fire is NOT expected to reach the community in five h
  
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• Alberta premier blames Town of Jasper for misinformation spread during wildfire evacuation order

  24-07-2024 00:20
  
  Alberta's premier says changes are needed to the province's emergency alert system after incorrect information was shared about the Jasper evacuation on Monday night.Sign up for breaking news alerts from CTV News Edmonton, right at your fingertipsAn emergency alert communication from the province at 10:18 p.m. indicated the wildfire south of the community would reach the town in five hours. At 11:09 p.m., the following update was posted: "The fire is NOT expected to reach the community in five h
  
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• Wildlife experts, advocates criticize lack of transparency in Alberta's new grizzly bear policy

  24-07-2024 00:18
  
  The province is pushing forward with its plan to allow targeted hunts on grizzly bears in Alberta. Applications are now open to the program but wildlife experts and advocates say the numbers the government is using to dictate the policy around problem grizzlies don't add up. Nearly two decades after outlawing the hunting of grizzly bears, which have been listed as a threatened species since 2010, the provincial government made changes to the Wildlife Act in June to introduce a program that will
  
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