Brooks-Medicine Hat UCP MLA tenders resignation, encourages Smith to run
The UCP MLA for Brooks-Medicine Hat says she has tendered her resignation and is encouraging recently selected UCP leader Danielle Smith to run in the riding.
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Danielle Smith wins Alberta UCP leadership, named premier-designate
After a night of delays, the vote counts came hard and fast, resulting in Danielle Smith being named the UCP’s new leader and Alberta's next premier.
DARK returns to Fort Edmonton Park to give Edmontonians a scare
Spooky season is here. Starting Friday, Fort Edmonton Park is inviting guests to visit DARK at Fort Edmonton Park.
Woman killed in Winnipeg crash to be honoured at MacEwan University hockey game
A 24-year-old Winnipeg woman who was killed earlier this year in a crash involving an alleged drunk driver will be honoured at Friday’s home opener for the MacEwan University women’s hockey team in Edmonton.
Health officials hope new Omicron vaccine will improve uptake of COVID-19 boosters
Health Canada approved on Thursday the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 booster vaccine that targets the BA.4 and BA.5 strains of the Omicron variant. It is the second combination vaccine greenlighted by Health Canada's vaccine review team, but the first that targets the virus strains that are now most common in Canada
Edmonton mayor congratulates Smith, hopes city receives 'fair share' of support
Edmonton's mayor congratulated Danielle Smith, Alberta's premier-designate, for her United Conservative Party leadership contest win, and hoped for a collaborative partnership.
Edmonton weather: Thanksgiving weekend full of 20s
Sunshine and warm afternoons dominate the forecast right through this Thanksgiving long weekend. We're anticipating daytime highs in the low 20s for each of Sat/Sun/Mon and we'll also be up around 20 later today.
Hockey Canada calls emergency meeting as sponsors pull support
Hockey Canada’s board of directors called an emergency meeting Thursday night under mounting pressure from top corporate sponsors, political leaders and provincial organizations stemming from the group's apparent unwillingness to address its handling of alleged sexual assaults.
Canadian labour market still tight as economy sees slight bump in employment
The Canadian economy posted a modest gain in employment in September, reversing some of the losses seen in previous months and suggesting the labour market remains exceptionally tight.
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Meet Hansard, the Alberta legislature's pet kitten
One of the Alberta legislature’s newest employees has made it her mission to teach Albertans about democracy.
'A surreal moment': Local wrestlers appear on WWE's Monday Night RAW
The return of World Wrestling Entertainment to Edmonton ended up being a dream come true for a group of local wrestlers.
'I'm just this old guy that runs': Local octogenarian inspires trail running community
Henry Resta has been running 5 Peaks trail races for 15 years, and last Sunday – a day before his 86th birthday – he raced his last.
After 2 postponements, Rage Against the Machine cancels Alberta shows
Albertans who bought tickets more than two years ago to rock out to Rage Against The Machine will not be going to the show, and will get refunds instead.
124 Street meat shop launches tongue-in-cheek campaign
To help get the word out about the increasing visits firefighters have to the meat shop, Keith said the store is raising funds for Firefighter Aid Ukraine — a local charity supporting Ukrainian fire crews as the Russian invasion of that country continues.
How this local senior became a brand ambassador for a doughnut shop
An Edmonton woman has been appointed a very modern title at her favourite doughnut shop for what is a well-established business strategy.
Zombies lurch through Edmonton streets for good cause
After a three-year hiatus, the River City Zombie Walk returned to Edmonton on Saturday.
Juniper Cafe hosts close-out sale, selling recipe book to continue legacy of community
Edmontonians lined the street outside a south-central cafe Saturday for a chance to purchase baking, furniture, and small wares and say farewell to the popular community gathering place.
Edmontonians tackle stairs for charity
Edmontonians are stepping up to help support healthier lifestyles for families and the Healthy Steps for Change Fundraiser.
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Edmonton sees more people return to downtown core than any other North American city, new data shows
New data shows Edmonton is the most successful city in North America in attracting visitors back to its downtown core.
Person described as 'erratic' in 911 calls and taken into police custody from local playground is teen with autism, family says
Alberta RCMP are reviewing a weekend arrest at a St. Albert playground, in which a 16-year-old boy with autism was reported as a drug user and put into a cell where he hurt himself, his family says.
Credit card surcharge change comes into effect for Canadian businesses
Canadian businesses are able to pass on a new credit card surcharge to their customers starting today, although it remains to be seen how many merchants decide to adopt the new fee.
The great pumpkin: Lloydminster man grows 2,500-pound pumpkin
A Lloydminster man has set a record for the largest pumpkin ever grown in Canada, according to a pumpkin festival.
'Dr. Marie Milne' charged with unauthorized use of doctor title, fraud and forgery
A woman in Edmonton has been accused of fraudulently posing as a medical doctor. Rossemarie Castro Rosales, 36, advertised massage therapy, holistic therapies and "quasi-medical techniques" under the name Dr. Marie Milne, police say.
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Hockey Canada calls emergency meeting as sponsors pull support
Hockey Canada’s board of directors called an emergency meeting Thursday night under mounting pressure from top corporate sponsors, political leaders and provincial organizations stemming from the group's apparent unwillingness to address its handling of alleged sexual assaults.
Canadian goalkeeper Stephanie Labbe named GM of Vancouver Whitecaps women's soccer
The Vancouver Whitecaps have hired former Canadian national women's team goalkeeper Stephanie Labbe as general manager of the club's women's program.
Virtanen released from professional tryout agreement by the Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers announced on Thursday that they have released Jake Virtanen from his professional tryout agreement.
Steve Staios returns to Oilers as member of front office staff
Former Edmonton Oilers defenceman Steve Staios is back with the NHL club after accepting the role of special advisor with a focus on player development.
Vancouver Canucks: Pettersson scores twice to edge Oilers 5-4 for 1st win of the pre-season
The Vancouver Canucks finally posted a win Wednesday, downing the Edmonton Oilers 5-4.
