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Edmonton charity rattled by costly theft, vandalism of delivery trucks: ‘I was disgusted’An Edmonton charity that donates furniture to low-income families says its trucks have become an easy target for thieves and vandals, costing them $24,000 in the past 18 months.CrimeJan 13, 2023
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Edmonton shoppers overwhelmingly visited malls, box stores over local at Christmas: StudyEdmontonians returned to in-person shopping in a big way for last minute shopping in 2022 — but local businesses didn't benefit in a major way.ConsumerJan 3, 2023
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Aspiring Alberta country singer’s French accent strikes a funny chord: ‘This can’t be real’Aspiring country singer Jase Ernest has gained notoriety on TikTok — not for his singing per se, rather his 'Alberta' French accent that some compare to language in The Sims.TrendingJan 2, 2023
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The highs and lows of 2022 with Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet SohiEdmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi sat down with Global News' Dan Grummett to discuss the last year in municipal politics and what can be expected in 2023.PoliticsDec 30, 2022
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TransEd says ‘all’ cracked piers on Valley Line LRT repaired, still no timeline for openingDuring a project update Tuesday, TransEd's CEO said Edmontonians can expect to see trains running the full length of the track between downtown and Mill Woods before the new year.TrafficDec 20, 2022
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Motion to reduce cost, scope of Lewis Farms Recreation Centre defeatedThe amendment would have reduced the cost of the Lewis Farms Recreation Centre from the current price tag of $311 million to $185 million.MoneyDec 12, 2022
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Theft of 2 luxury trailers worth $300K caught on video in Acheson: ‘He obviously planned it out’'It's just sickening. We're not a huge corporation. We're a small, family owned dealership. We've been here for 35 years and this last year, the theft is the worst it's ever been.'CrimeDec 7, 2022
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Edmonton’s downtown mall partners with Boyle Street on ’empathy-led security’As cold weather forces vulnerable people indoors, it’s time to start a conversation on what Edmonton’s City Centre Mall's responsibilities are, says general manager Sean Kirk.CanadaNov 18, 2022
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Veteran graves of Alberta ghost town cemetery never left aloneMountain Park is an abandoned ghost town in the Alberta foothills. Some people have gone to great lengths to ensure those buried in its cemetery are not abandoned.FeaturesNov 11, 2022
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Edmonton schools to collect student data on race, sexual orientationEdmonton's largest school division wants to learn more about its students via demographic survey that asks questions about gender, religious, and racial identity.EducationOct 28, 2022
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Wetaskiwin homicide victim remembered as selfless and full of loveThe daughter of a man killed in Wetaskiwin, Alta., is remembering her father, Brian Dupe, as a man with a big heart.CrimeOct 25, 2022
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Whyte Avenue businesses call for more beat officers to curb social disorderBusinesses on and around Edmonton's Whyte Avenue want to see police on foot in the neighbourhood more often, citing a perceived increase in social disorder and crime.CrimeOct 21, 2022
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Private Edmonton council meeting on homelessness sparks concern, accusations of ‘toxic’ governanceWard sipiwiyiniwak Coun. Sarah Hamilton said it was indicative of a “toxic governance structure” and that she thought council was ignoring the advice of city staff.PoliticsOct 20, 2022
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Expediting Blatchford development could compromise emissions, density goals councillors hearWith development years behind schedule, the City of Edmonton is revisiting its vision for Blatchford. One scenario could compromise the area’s carbon neutral concept.EnvironmentOct 12, 2022
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Alberta should revisit safe supply in light of new research, advocates sayA new Ontario study suggests prescribed opioids for drug users can have immediate positive outcomes, generating conversation about the merits of such programs.HealthSep 23, 2022
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Albertans pay respects, reflect on Royal visits following Queen’s deathAlbertans are expressing grief and admiration for the late Queen Elizabeth II. Some are even reflecting fondly on the most brief of interactions from decades past.CanadaSep 9, 2022
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Sex assault, hate crime reports on the rise in Alberta as theft and property crimes decreaseAccording to a new report, Alberta's Crime Severity Index saw the biggest overall decrease in Canada, but violent crime severity increased slightly.CrimeAug 2, 2022
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Edmonton papal mass electronic tickets causing anxiety for seniorsPapal mass tickets are virtual and the paperless format is causing problems for community groups representing Indigenous seniors and survivors.CanadaJul 19, 2022
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Net-zero power system in Alberta ‘possible’ by 2035 but pricey: reportA new report suggests Alberta can achieve a net zero power system by 2035 but that it could cost between up to $52 billion.EnvironmentJun 29, 2022
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Birdhouses more than just a hobby for Alberta grandfatherAn Alberta grandfather has taken his birdhouse building hobby to new heights in an effort to raise more money for the Stollery Children's Hospital.LifestyleMay 13, 2022
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Edmonton strip mall tenants disappointed with ‘super bad’ timing of redevelopmentMore than 15 businesses that rent space in Strathearn Centre on month-to-month leases were given written notice to vacate by Oct. 31.ConsumerMay 4, 2022
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Residents raise stink over proposed industrial feedlot near popular Alberta lakeDozens of people who live in Wetaskiwin County oppose an application for a confined feeding operation near Pigeon Lake, citing environmental and property value concerns.EnvironmentApr 10, 2022
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‘Intense’ intervention key to childhood reading struggles: U of A studyThe results of a recent reading intervention study are encouraging for parents of children having reading difficulties after two years of pandemic-related learning disruptions.EducationMar 31, 2022
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Alberta’s Ukrainian ‘basket’ community feeling weight of Russia’s military invasionVegreville, Alta., is home to many Ukrainian-Canadians who are feeling the weight of Russia's military invasion.CanadaMar 2, 2022
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After 2 years of burnout stories, can Alberta actually recruit more nurses?The Alberta government wants to expand health-care capacity and pledged $5 million to recruit more nurses. But nurse recruitment isn't the main problem.HealthFeb 28, 2022