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• ‘Pinch me I’m dreaming:’ Calgary drummer pulled from crowd to play with the Arkells

  22-11-2024 23:44
  
  For young musicians, to be up on stage in front of thousands of people, would be a dream come true. That’s exactly what happened to a Calgary girl, after being invited to play with Canadian rock icons The Arkells. Ainsley Frasco and her family travelled from Calgary see the band on their "Big Feelings Tour" at Prospera Place in Kelowna on Nov. 14. Halfway through the show, the lead singer Max Kerman, suddenly stopped the set. “He pointed at me, and he was like do you want to come pla
  
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• Impaired driving charges laid in fatal January crash near Drumheller, Alta.

  22-11-2024 23:30
  
  An Alberta man is facing several impaired driving charges following a fatal collision near Drumheller in January. Emergency crews responded to Highway 9 near Range Road 214, west of Drumheller, around 11:45 p.m. on Jan. 6 for a two-vehicle head-on collision. RCMP said its preliminary investigation indicated that a pickup truck and car collided. The driver of the car, a 39-year-old man from Drumheller, was pronounced dead at the scene. The passenger, a 33-year-old woman from Drumheller, was taken
  
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• Sexual assault charge against Banff councillor Hugh Pettigrew withdrawn

  22-11-2024 23:13
  
  The Crown has withdrawn a sexual assault charge against Banff councillor Hugh Pettigrew and agreed to a common law peace bond. The Crown agreed to the common law peace bond in a Canmore court appearance on Wednesday. A justice can issue a common law peace bond where there is information sufficient to justify a reasonable apprehension of a breach of the peace. Pettigrew released a written statement saying he was pleased with the agreement. "I am grateful for a positive outcome regarding the false
  
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• 'Sounded like a bomb': Mahogany residents stunned by townhouse explosion, fire

  22-11-2024 23:07
  
  Investigators are working to piece together what caused an explosion and fire at a six-plex in the southeast Calgary community of Mahogany. Multiple calls were made to 911 around 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. Upon arrival to the area of 167 Mahogany Gardens S.E., crews discovered a row of eight connected townhouses on fire, with one of the homes destroyed. The unit that collapsed was not occupied. During the ordeal and the battle to contain it, four people were injured, including two civilians and two
  
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• Octopus battles B.C.’s bomb cyclone in ocean floor video - Lethbridge News Now

  22-11-2024 23:06 via news.google.com
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• Alberta Milk launches holiday match campaign with Alberta Children’s Hospital - Lethbridge News Now

  22-11-2024 22:25 via news.google.com
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• NCAA ruling big win for hockey players that gives them more options

  22-11-2024 22:18
  
  When University of Calgary Dinosaur goaltender Carl Tetachuk wrapped up his WHL career with the Lethbridge Hurricanes, he only had a couple of choices. One was to try to land a pro contract. The other was to take the USports route and make the jump to university hockey. Tetachuk decided to join the Dinos. Now, thanks to a recent NCAA ruling, the 23-year-old has an appealing third option with NCAA on the prestigious U.S. college circuit. Starting August 1, 2025, Canadian major junior hockey playe
  
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• ‘A long period of snowfall’ in the forecast for Alberta: Environment Canada

  22-11-2024 22:12 via globalnews.ca
  
  Much of Alberta is under a snowfall warning with some areas expecting to get around 30 cm before the snow tapers off overnight on Saturday.
  
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• Christmas Hope campaign collecting toy donations at Glow Lethbridge - Lethbridge News Now

  22-11-2024 21:41 via news.google.com
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• Premier Danielle Smith says passenger train system key to meeting Alberta tourism goals

  22-11-2024 21:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  Smith says building the system will take a lot of planning and infrastructure, as well as a whole new Crown corporation.
  
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• Volunteer Lethbridge offers seasonal gift wrapping services - My Lethbridge Now

  22-11-2024 21:29 via news.google.com
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• Homemade Treat Boxes are the ultimate holiday treat - My Lethbridge Now

  22-11-2024 21:24 via news.google.com
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• Environment Lethbridge’s ‘Green Gift Guide’ available online now - My Lethbridge Now

  22-11-2024 21:22 via news.google.com
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• LPS hosting Car Seat Check Stop Wednesday - My Lethbridge Now

  22-11-2024 21:20 via news.google.com
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• Tree lighting kicks off holiday season in Downtown Lethbridge - My Lethbridge Now

  22-11-2024 21:17 via news.google.com
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• 6th person charged in connection with 2023 death of Calgary woman found near Okotoks

  22-11-2024 21:07 via globalnews.ca
  
  The accused is scheduled to appear in court in Calgary on Monday.
  
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• 5th person charged in connection with 2023 death of Calgary woman found near Okotoks

  22-11-2024 21:07 via globalnews.ca
  
  The accused is scheduled to appear in court in Calgary on Monday.
  
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• Calgary saw the largest new home price increases in Canada over the past year: StatCan

  22-11-2024 20:54
  
  Calgary saw the largest increase in the price of new homes among Canadian cities over the past year, new data reveals. Statistics Canada released its New Housing Price Index (NHPI) data for the month of October on Friday, detailing the change in price of newly built houses, including single/semi-detached homes and townhouses. Despite some of Canada’s largest markets experiencing a decrease in new home prices year-over-year, Calgary’s rose 4.5 per cent. The next closest increase was T
  
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• Sixth person charged in Tara Miller's death

  22-11-2024 20:52
  
  Alberta RCMP have charged a sixth person in connection with the death of Calgarian Tara Miller. Miller, 37, also known as Tara Mbugua, was found dead near the intersection of Highway 522 and 128 Street, outside of Okotoks, on March 30, 2023. In January, RCMP arrested four people, charging one with first-degree murder and three with manslaughter. Last Friday, RCMP announced another person had been charged with manslaughter. Now, RCMP have charged a sixth person. Ahmed Chehade, 32,
  
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• ’You’ve been amazing’: Repairs on Bearspaw South Feeder Main are complete

  22-11-2024 20:28
  
  The latest feeder main update issued by the City of Calgary Thursday was that it may be the final one. The city announced on social media and its website that the latest repairs on the Bearspaw South Feeder Main are now complete. “We are now in the process of returning the feeder main to service,” the city's communications team wrote. “You may notice water cloudiness or a chlorine smell during this process, however your water remains safe to drink.” It added that crews ar
  
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• GAME DAY: Hurricanes Look to End Losing Streak Against Winterhawks - Canadian Hockey League

  22-11-2024 20:03 via news.google.com
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• Coalhurst using unexpected funding to purchase updated firefighting equipment - My Lethbridge Now

  22-11-2024 19:20 via news.google.com
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• Canada ordered to address Jordan’s Principle backlog, find new solutions - Lethbridge News Now

  22-11-2024 19:20 via news.google.com
  Canada ordered to address Jordan’s Principle backlog, find new solutions  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Cineplex rolls out free refills on soda, popcorn at theatres

  22-11-2024 19:10
  
  Starting Friday, avid moviegoers won't go thirsty or run out of salty, buttery treats while enjoying the latest films at all Cineplex theatres. That's because the company is now offering a free refill on all large popcorn and large fountain drink purchases by guests.Sign up for breaking news alerts from CTV News, right at your fingertips The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News AppOfficials say the opportunity is available without any special membership. "Thi
  
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• Cineplex rolls out free refills on pop, popcorn at theatres

  22-11-2024 19:10
  
  Starting Friday, avid moviegoers won't go thirsty or run out of salty, buttery treats while enjoying the latest films at all Cineplex theatres. That's because the company is now offering a free refill on all large popcorn and large fountain drink purchases by guests.Sign up for breaking news alerts from CTV News, right at your fingertips The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News AppOfficials say the opportunity is available without any special membership. "Thi
  
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• Wild weather remains wild card as Alberta aims to fix auto insurance system

  22-11-2024 18:53 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Insurance Bureau of Canada says Alberta has experienced five of the top 10 costliest natural disasters in Canadian history, all of which have occurred since 2016.
  
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• Province hosting engagement sessions on water management system - My Lethbridge Now

  22-11-2024 18:51 via news.google.com
  Province hosting engagement sessions on water management system  My Lethbridge Now
  
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• $45K in funding for three Calgary organizations

  22-11-2024 18:47
  
  Three Calgary organizations are receiving $15,000 each from the Calgary Real Estate Board Realtor Community Foundation. The recipients are Radiance Family Society, Calgary Drop-In Centre and Onward Homes Society. "As we approach the colder months, ensuring that vulnerable communities have access to safe, warm, and functional shelter is more crucial than ever," said foundation chair Catherine Chow. This funding will help Radiance Family Society to improve one of its shelters for women with and wi
  
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• Pat King found guilty of mischief for role in ‘Freedom Convoy’ - Lethbridge News Now

  22-11-2024 18:35 via news.google.com
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• Extreme weather remains the wild card as Alberta aims to fix auto insurance system

  22-11-2024 18:33
  
  A global credit rating agency says Alberta's sweeping changes to its auto insurance system are a step in the right direction, but rising claims from hailstorms remain the wild card. Nadja Dreff, senior vice-president and sector lead for global insurance and pension ratings with Morningstar DBRS, says the reforms announced Thursday by the Alberta government are a positive move for what has been an increasingly unprofitable market for insurers. She says the government's decision to allow rate hike
  
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• Pat King found guilty of mischief over ‘Freedom Convoy’ role

  22-11-2024 17:56 via globalnews.ca
  
  King was a prominent figure in the demonstration that rolled into the national capital in 2022, which saw protesters entrench themselves in downtown Ottawa for three weeks.
  
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• Calgary under a snowfall warning, drivers warned to be prepared

  22-11-2024 17:56
  
  Calgary is under a snowfall warning with total amounts of 15 to 25 centimetres expected. Environment and Climate Change Canada issued the warning on Friday, saying the snow will begin falling throughout the day, intensify on Saturday morning and continuing through until Sunday morning. On its website, the City of Calgary warns that residents should be prepared for winter conditions on their weekend commutes. “Bundle up, and leave plenty of time to arrive at your destination.” Calgary
  
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• Lethbridge and surrounding regions under a snowfall warning - My Lethbridge Now

  22-11-2024 17:43 via news.google.com
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• Lethbridge Police continues search for missing teen - Lethbridge News Now

  22-11-2024 17:26 via news.google.com
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• Lethbridge to host engagement on irrigation & water use - Lethbridge News Now

  22-11-2024 17:11 via news.google.com
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• Trump granted permission to seek dismissal of hush money case

  22-11-2024 16:59
  
  A New York judge on Friday granted Donald Trump permission to seek dismissal of his hush money criminal case, in which he was found guilty earlier this year, in light of his victory in the Nov. 5 U.S. presidential election. Trump, 78, had been scheduled to be sentenced on Nov. 26. But prosecutors with Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's office earlier this week asked New York State Supreme Court Justice Juan Merchan to consider deferring all proceedings in the case until after Trump finish
  
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• Tuomas Sammelvuo resigns as head coach of Canada’s men’s volleyball team - Lethbridge News Now

  22-11-2024 16:43 via news.google.com
  Tuomas Sammelvuo resigns as head coach of Canada’s men’s volleyball team  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Zary’s 3rd-period goal lifts Flames to 3-2 win over Rangers

  22-11-2024 16:27 via globalnews.ca
  
  Connor Zary fought off Kaapo Kakko leaning on him to lift the puck over Shesterkin at 10:34 of the third period.
  
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• Widespread snowfall warnings issued ahead of 'long duration' snow event

  22-11-2024 16:20
  
  Snowfall warnings were issued across Alberta, B.C. and Saskatchewan ahead of a long duration weather event. According to Environment and Climate Change Canada, “A long period of snowfall with total amounts of 15 to 25 cm is expected.” Snow will start in southern Alberta midday Friday and end late Saturday or early Sunday, with the heaviest totals expected on Saturday.This system is pulling moisture from the south Pacific basin through the southern B.C. border where it will meet up wi
  
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• Woman accused in drowning of girl at Wabamun Lake had been under house arrest

  22-11-2024 16:13 via globalnews.ca
  
  There is a court-ordered publication ban on identifying the child but not on details from Wednesday's hearing in provincial court in Stony Plain, Alta.
  
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• Danielle Smith, transportation minister in Calgary for passenger rail forum

  22-11-2024 15:55
  
  Premier Danielle Smith and her minister of transportation are in Calgary on Friday to participate in a forum examining the feasibility of passenger rail service in Alberta. Smith and Devin Dreeshen will be speaking at the BMO Centre at 9:45 a.m. and answering questions from media.Sign up for breaking news alerts from CTV News, right at your fingertips The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News AppSmith has said she is looking into the possibility of rail servic
  
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• Pat King found guilty of mischief for role in 'Freedom Convoy'

  22-11-2024 15:32
  
  Pat King, one of the most prominent figures of the 2022 "Freedom Convoy" in Ottawa, has been found guilty on five counts including mischief and disobeying a court order. A judge in an Ottawa courtroom Friday said the Crown proved beyond a reasonable doubt that King was guilty on one count each of mischief, counselling others to commit mischief and counselling others to obstruct police. He was also found guilty of two counts of disobeying a court order.Download the CTV News App for breaking news
  
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• Snowfall Warning issued for Lethbridge and surrounding areas - Lethbridge News Now

  22-11-2024 15:26 via news.google.com
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• Woman accused in drowning of girl at Alberta lake had been under house arrest

  22-11-2024 14:41
  
  A bail hearing has heard that a woman accused in the drowning death of a five-year-old girl in an Alberta lake didn't know the child and was supposed to be under house arrest.Sign up for breaking news alerts from CTV News Edmonton, right at your fingertipsMary Quinn, 35, is charged with failing to provide the necessaries of life after the girl was found dead last month at Wabamun Lake, west of Edmonton. Justice Rosanna Saccomani called the circumstances of the case "absolutely shocking." She sai
  
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• Cause of Friday Pine Creek death 'undetermined': Calgary police

  22-11-2024 14:35
  
  Calgary police are investigating the death of a man whose body was found in the community of Pine Creek on Friday. Officers were called to the 100 block of Creekstone Drive S.W. at 2:40 a.m. for reports of a person in medical distress. Officers arrived to find the man dead at the scene. An autopsy was completed later in the day, but police said in an afternoon update that the man's cause of death remains “undetermined.” As such, the death is still classified as suspicious. "At this t
  
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• Calgary police investigate suspicious death in Pine Creek

  22-11-2024 14:35
  
  Calgary police are investigating after a body was found in the southwest community of Pine Creek.Sign up for breaking news alerts from CTV News, right at your fingertips The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News AppOfficials say the victim was found in a home in the 0-100 block of Creek Stone Drive S.W. There are few other details at this point, but police are advising the public to avoid the area. Police told CTV News no one is in custody.This is a breaking n
  
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• Canada Post reports deeper financial loss in quarterly update

  22-11-2024 14:34
  
  Canada Post says it lost $315 million before tax in the third quarter compared with a loss before tax of $290 million a year earlier. The corporation says revenue growth in its direct marketing did not make up for a drop in its parcels results.Download the CTV News App for breaking news alerts and video on all the top storiesThe financial results come as Canada Post deals with a shutdown of its operations due to a strike by about 55,000 workers across the country. The two sides have been negotia
  
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• What economists think of Trudeau's temporary tax cut, $250 cheques

  22-11-2024 13:32
  
  The federal government's "meaty" move to pause federal sales tax on a long list of items and send cheques to millions of Canadians this spring could factor into an improving outlook for growth in 2025, economists say. The plan, which will cost about $6.3 billion, could put some upward pressure on inflation, Bank of Montreal chief economist Doug Porter said in an interview Thursday.Download the CTV News App for breaking news alerts and video on all the top stories"It's important to point out just
  
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• Economists say temporary tax cut, relief cheques play into rosier growth picture

  22-11-2024 13:32
  
  The federal government's "meaty" move to pause federal sales tax on a long list of items and send cheques to millions of Canadians this spring could factor into an improving outlook for growth in 2025, economists say. The plan, which will cost about $6.3 billion, could put some upward pressure on inflation, Bank of Montreal chief economist Doug Porter said in an interview Thursday.Download the CTV News App for breaking news alerts and video on all the top stories"It's important to point out just
  
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• Police seeking public assistance to locate missing youth - https://www.lethbridgepolice.ca/

  22-11-2024 09:00 via news.google.com
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