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Man sentenced to life for killing Edmonton limo driver files appeal
Jason Steadman, who was found guilty of first-degree murder in the 2015 death of Edmonton limo driver Dwayne Demkiw, has appealed his conviction and sentence. Continue reading
Leduc RCMP say woman’s claim she was sexually assaulted ‘was fabricated’
After issuing a news release last month, asking for help identifying a sexual assault suspect, Leduc RCMP said Tuesday ‘the incident was fabricated.’ Continue reading
Twitter Canada releases special ‘vote’ emoji for Alberta election
Talk about timing. On the same morning Rachel Notley announced Albertans will head back to the polls on April 16, Twitter Canada unveiled a special emoji for the provincial election. Continue reading
Alberta creating provincial unit to fight hate crimes and extremism
The Alberta government is putting together a team of police and law enforcement officials, including Crown prosecutors, to specifically fight hate crimes and extremism. Continue reading
Vision Zero report shows fewest traffic fatalities and injuries since Edmonton program began
In 2018, there were 19 fatalities and 319 serious injury collisions in Edmonton. Both those numbers are down from 2017. Continue reading
Old Edmonton Domtar site not a health emergency; developer ‘vindicated’ by environmental board report
The Environmental Appeals Board released its report into the old Domtar wood treatment site — now being developed into housing — and found “there is no immediate risk to these residents and other people.” Continue reading
Alberta Election Fact Check: NDP claims Kenney’s trying to restrict access to abortion
The NDP says “a woman’s right to choose is in sudden and real peril in Alberta” thanks to Jason Kenney. Is this true? Would access to abortion be limited under a UCP government? Continue reading
1 person killed in collision involving motorcycle on Henday
Police said one person died in a collision on the west leg of Anthony Henday late Wednesday afternoon. Continue reading
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Corus Entertainment executive Troy Reeb to receive honorary degree from Lethbridge College
Troy Reeb, the executive vice president of broadcast networks for Corus Entertainment, will be given an honorary Bachelor of Applied Arts degree from Lethbridge College. Continue reading
Downtown Edmonton farmers market confirms new indoor-outdoor space on 97 Street
City Market Downtown will be moving to a year-round, indoor-outdoor location at 97 Street and 103A Avenue on Saturdays and Sundays. Continue reading
City Market moving from downtown Edmonton 104 Street location
A gem of downtown Edmonton — and a much-loved Saturday summertime tradition for many — is saying goodbye to 104 Street. Continue reading
Alberta Cancer Foundation discontinues Bust a Move fundraiser
The Alberta Cancer Foundation has decided to end its Bust a Move six-hour workout event in 2019, stressing the need to keep fundraising costs low. Continue reading
Government funding confirmed for 2 Edmonton LRT expansions
The city can also now procure contractors for the Valley Line extension to Lewis Farms in west Edmonton and the Metro Line extension into Blatchford. Continue reading
Peace officer recruit dies at Alberta Justice training academy in Edmonton
A correctional peace officer recruit died Thursday at the Alberta Justice and Solicitor General training facility in Edmonton, sources tell Global News. Continue reading
AGLC seizes $2.5M in contraband tobacco products from Edmonton storage locker
An estimated $2.5 million of contraband shisha and cigarettes were seized from a central Edmonton storage locker facility. Continue reading