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Daughter of Churchill Manor resident calls COVID-19 variant outbreak 'infuriating,' alleges mouse infestation

COVID-19 cases linked to an outbreak at an Edmonton retirement home number 36 in total – and all of them could have been avoided, one family says.
Alta. expects to give 1st dose of COVID-19 vaccine to all adults by end of June: health minister

Alberta's health minister announced on Thursday more details about the next phase of vaccinations and that the province would receive more than 50,000 doses of the newly approved AstraZeneca shot next week.
Alberta pastor charged with breaking COVID-19 health orders to appeal bail conditions

An Alberta pastor accused of holding Sunday services in violation of COVID-19 rules is to appeal his bail conditions Thursday.
'A frightened workforce': Union worries as Olymel reopens after COVID-19 shutdown

Some employees of a pork processing plant in central Alberta that shut down after a COVID-19 outbreak at the facility are afraid to go back to work, the union president says.
'I'm baffled quite frankly': Iveson reacts to peace officers losing enforcement power

Edmonton's mayor said he doesn't know why it's taking so long for the province to renew an act allowing peace officers to enforce provincial public health orders.
'Writing's on the wall': Folk Fest producer not expecting a 2021 festival

It's still five months away but the producer of one of Edmonton's most beloved summer festivals doesn’t believe Edmonton Folk Fest will go ahead this year. 2
Dr. Hinshaw reports 1st COVID-19 variant outbreak at Edmonton retirement home

There are 19 cases of the COVID-19 variant at an Edmonton retirement home, Dr. Deena Hinshaw said Wednesday afternoon. 1
What is a high-intensity workout? Alta. clarifies new COVID-19 rules for fitness centres

"No high-intensity workouts? … I don't know what that means," was gym-goer Nick Troung's reaction to hearing Alberta was relaxing rules in fitness centres on Monday. 1
Shandro continues to explain high-intensity fitness as Alta. reports 257 COVID-19 cases

Confusion continues after the Alberta government eased restrictions on Monday to allow for workouts like pilates, indoor climbing and tai chi.
No more nasal swab? Edmonton company ready for clinical testing on instant COVID-19 test

An Edmonton company is gearing up to offer what it believes is the world’s fastest COVID-19 detection test, which would also eliminate the need for a nasal swab. 2
Excitement, confusion as Alberta gyms reopen for highly-regulated workouts

Alberta approved more gym activities Monday as part of the provinces Step 2 coronavirus reopening plan - causing both excitement for gym-goers and confusion over what exactly was allowed. 1
Crush COVID: Edmonton seniors celebrate first dose of vaccine

A west Edmonton retirement and assisted living community took a lighthearted take on the start of vaccinations on Monday.
Alberta allows low-intensity indoor fitness, reopens libraries as part of Step 2

Alberta continued to ease COVID-19 restrictions on Monday as cases of the variant and the positivity rate tick up.
'I don't feel alone at all': Edmontonians stay connected through virtual fitness

Unable to actually travel during the pandemic, some Edmontonians have been visiting other parts of the world virtually by way of online fitness classes offered by the city. 1
More than 2 dozen cases of U.K. variant reported in Alberta on Sunday

Alberta reported 301 cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, and 29 cases of the B.1.1.7 UK variant.
Alberta new case trend continues gradual increase as province reports 415 new cases Saturday

Alberta's rate of daily new cases of COVID-19 continued a gradual upward trend on Saturday with the province reporting 415 new infections.
'Close down everything': Downtown businesses vandalized with messages to stay closed

Two downtown Edmonton businesses were found vandalized on Friday with messages telling the stores to remain closed.
Alberta reports 356 COVID-19 cases, 3 deaths

Two of the three deaths are connected to the Olymel meatpacking plant in Red Deer, Alberta Health said.
Why Alberta's path to recovery is so dependent on COVID-19 vaccine

Budget 2021 predicts Alberta's economy will return to pre-pandemic levels by 2022 – if one thing goes according to plan. 1
Hospitalizations dip below 300 as Alta. reports 399 COVID-19 cases

Three Albertans under the age of 50 are among the eight deaths the province is reporting on Thursday along with 399 new cases.

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