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'On the brink of collapse': Doctors warn Edmonton-area hospitals are at capacity

Front-line healthcare workers are worried about the upcoming respiratory virus season as hospitals in the Edmonton region are already at capacity.

Congested roads a 'ticking time bomb,' say residents of fast-growing Edmonton neighbourhood

Residents of communities like Allard say there are traffic snarls on local roads every morning, leading to dangerous driving.

Oilers face Jets to start new NHL season with Skinner, Arvidsson on line with Draisaitl

Connor McDavid is slated to skate with a familiar offensive duo while Leon Draisaitl will line up with two of the newest Edmonton Oilers hired guns Wednesday night at Rogers Place to open their National Hockey League (NHL) season.

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