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• Downhill skier-turned-adaptive water-skier headed to national championship

  After a life-altering incident, one Edmontonian had to let go of her passion for downhill skiing, but that led her to join the adaptive water-ski Canadian national team.

  Lifestyle

  Aug 3, 2023
• Couple who met during 1984 winning cup run happily married: ‘The Oilers brought us together’

  Engaged by the middle of that off-season, the two Edmonton Oilers fans were married less than a year later, just in time for the team's next cup run.

  Lifestyle

  May 3, 2023
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• Edmonton man prepares to bike across Canada for mental health awareness

  Matt Devine is taking a 13,000-kilometre bike ride across Canada to help children and bring awareness to mental health and wellness.

  Canada

  Apr 26, 2023
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• Young boy makes a miraculous recovery with the help of Glenrose Hospital Foundation

  It was just like any other day for an eight-year-old boy: Toby Lagrazon was riding his bike in May 2020 with his two siblings when he suddenly became ill.

  Health

  Apr 17, 2023
• ‘Pysanky for Peace’ celebrates Ukrainian culture, Easter traditions

  It's the 2nd annual 'Pysanky for Peace' at Kingsway Mall. 14 oversized hand-painted Ukrainian Easter eggs are on display near entrance 8

  Canada

  Apr 10, 2023
• Former Make-a-Wish recipient now granting wishes for other sick kids

  For Katrina Secord, life hasn't always been a walk in the park. Born with cystic fibrosis and told she would have a life expectancy until 18 years old.

  Canada

  Mar 15, 2023
• Edmonton artist Rahmaan Hameed catches eye of Marvel superhero Simu Liu

  After receiving a message on Instagram from the Canadian actor, Rahmaan Hameed travelled to L.A. to paint a mural in Simu Liu's home gym.

  Entertainment

  Mar 8, 2023
• Kunitz Shoes, Indigenous artist Lance Cardinal team up to celebrate First Nations culture

  The collaboration between Kunitz Shoes and Indigenous artist Lance Cardinal is a representation — and celebration — of Indigenous culture.

  Consumer

  Jan 25, 2023
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• Volunteer association that raises money for Sturgeon Hospital is asking for book donations

  The Sturgeon Hospital Auxiliary Volunteer Association has re-opened its bookstore after being closed for almost eight years in the search of a low-cost location.

  Canada

  Jan 16, 2023
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• Ronald McDonald House needs Edmonton volunteer support

  It's a house that's always full and always busy. The Ronald McDonald House in Edmonton helps hundreds of families every year who are undergoing difficult times.

  Canada

  Jan 12, 2023
• Alberta Blue Cross recognizes mental health advocate in ‘Faces of Wellness’ program

  Lauren Kennedy West is living with schizophrenia spectrum illness. She shares personal challenges and successes on her YouTube channel 'Living Well with Schizophrenia.'

  Canada

  Jan 10, 2023
• House in Alberta built from more than 1M recycled plastic water bottles

  Ecoplast Solutions has almost finished turning 1.2 million recycled plastic water bottles into a house near Millet, Alberta.

  Canada

  Oct 11, 2022
• Edmonton fashion designer looks to gift a custom graduation gown

  An Edmonton fashion designer is offering a free custom graduation dress for a student who is unable to buy their own gown.

  Canada

  Sep 27, 2022
• Lithium well a ‘gamechanger’ for energy transition in Alberta

  In a province that has been drilling for generations and known for its oil and gas, this is a first: a rig in central Alberta that is drilling for lithium.

  Canada

  Sep 22, 2022
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• Kensington Elementary School fundraises for its 1st ever playground in north Edmonton

  Kensington Elementary School in north Edmonton hasn't had a playground for 63 years, and is currently the only primary school in the city without one.

  Features

  Sep 20, 2022
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• Tools for School is calling on Edmonton community for donations: ‘We are in desperate need’

  Tools for School by United Way delivers up to 15,000 backpacks filled with school supplies for students each year. This year, however, they say they're running short on supplies.

  Canada

  Aug 10, 2022
• More than 100 farms preparing for kickoff of Alberta Open Farm Days

  Alberta Open Farm Days takes place over the weekend, Aug. 13-14, with more than 100 farms across Alberta participating.

  Canada

  Aug 9, 2022
• Big Valley Jamboree returns to Camrose, Alta. after 3-year hiatus

  Superstars Dallas Smith, Eric Church and Tim McGraw are the mainstage headliners for the weekend, with music starting Thursday night at the smaller saloon venue.

  Entertainment

  Jul 28, 2022
• Young Edmonton woman 1 of 17 Canadians to receive Terry Fox Humanitarian Award scholarship

  To be awarded the scholarship, applicants must have extensive humanitarian experience and demonstrate high levels of drive towards making a change in the world. 

  Features

  May 21, 2022
• A ‘first of its kind’ Intermission art show hits downtown Edmonton

  "These paintings really are special and I think they are very personal to people who know Edward Hoppe -- recreating them in real-life scenarios."

  Lifestyle

  Dec 17, 2021
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• Edmonton author Lorna Schultz Nicholson releases her 45th book

  Lorna Schultz Nicholson is known for her hockey and children's books, but her latest fictional novel is centered around a sport near and dear to her heart: rowing.

  Canada

  Nov 27, 2021
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• Local catering company delivers happiness with food to ICUs in Edmonton

  Food is said to bring a lot of happiness and Bridges Catering knows food. The company has spent the past week delivering meals ICUs across Edmonton.

  Canada

  Nov 19, 2021
• 14-year-old Edmonton boy with autism gains community support with lawn care business

  Terrell Julien, 14, is making quite the name for himself in Edmonton after starting up his own lawn care service.

  Canada

  Oct 20, 2021
• Ballet Edmonton ramps up for major Home Tour fundraiser

  After 18 months of little to no extra income, Ballet Edmonton has its biggest annual fundraising event happening over the weekend.

  Canada

  Sep 17, 2021
• Edmonton Kaleido Festival kicks off Friday night with plenty of excitement

  Arts on the Ave and Kaleido roll out their Kaleido 2021 on Tour: Dancin' in the Streets Friday night. Kaleido is known for its spontaneous, end-of-summer celebration.

  Canada

  Sep 11, 2021