Phil Heidenreich
Online journalist
Phil began his professional journalism career in radio, working as an associate producer with the long-running CBC program As It Happens. He eventually transitioned into the world of television, and in 2012,  made the move to Calgary when he joined Global News as a producer.
While he relished the opportunity to work in broadcast news, Phil has also always had a passion for online media.
In late 2015, he joined Global News Edmonton as an online journalist and is now thrilled to be working in Alberta’s capital.
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Explosion at Red Deer bus terminal sends 5 workers to hospitalCity officials said fire investigators believe the explosion happened inside the building.CanadaJan 10
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Support staff at Edmonton Public Schools, Sturgeon Public School Division serving strike notice: CUPELast month, CUPE 3550 members voted to reject a wage increase offer from the dispute inquiry board.EducationJan 9
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Los Angeles wildfires: Alberta plans to send water bombers, other resources to California"Alberta is also actively working with the federal government and the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre to assess California's needs," Smith said.FireJan 9
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‘We should be listened to’: Proposed multi-unit infill project faces pushback in south EdmontonAn Edmonton area where it is uncommon to see any structures aside from single-detached homes is seeing a number of residents raise concerns about a proposed multi-unit infill.PoliticsJan 8
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Daughter of woman who Edmonton police say was victim of intimate partner homicide calls for changeOn Dec. 30, the body of Robson's mother was found on a riverbank in Edmonton and police began to investigate.CanadaJan 7
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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith calls for quick election after Trudeau announces plan to step downSmith said it is a "critical time" for Canada with Donald Trump threatening tariffs against the country as he prepares to begin a new term as U.S. president.PoliticsJan 6
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Calgarians gather for vigil, honouring slain woman and her fatherDozens of people crowded the streets of Tuscany Friday night in support of Ania Wardzala-Kaminski, 33, and her father, Stanislaw Wardzala, 71.CrimeJan 3
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Edmonton woman found dead near Whitemud Park was victim of homicide: PoliceAshley Burke, 43, was found dead along the North Saskatchewan River in west Edmonton on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024. Police said she lived in Edmonton but had ties to Spruce Grove.CrimeJan 3
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RCMP seize millions of dollars worth of equipment from alleged chop shop in AlbertaPolice say the stolen goods in one north-central Alberta community include two semi-trucks, six semi-trailers, off-road vehicles, holiday trailers and pieces of heavy equipment.CrimeJan 2
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Edmonton police seek 2 persons of interest in connection with fatal fire in June 2024Emergency crews were called to a fire at a vacant property in the area of 96 Street and 105A Avenue at about 9 a.m. on June 12, 2024.CrimeJan 2
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2 people charged with murder after body found in Lethbridge motel roomThe investigation began on Saturday when a body was found in a room at a Lethbridge motel.CrimeJan 2
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Low-pressure system prompts rainfall warnings for Toronto and other parts of OntarioThe weather agency warned that localized flooding could develop in low-lying areas.WeatherDec 29, 2024
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Calgary police officers didn’t contribute to Boxing Day crash that killed 9-year-old girl, watchdog saysASIRT had been asked to determine whether the incident met the threshold for a full investigation.CrimeDec 27, 2024
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Red-hot Oilers to emerge from holiday hibernation in Saturday afternoon game against KingsIn their last 10 games, the Oilers are scoring an average of 3.9 goals per game while giving up just 2.2 goals per game.SportsDec 27, 2024
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Suspected stabbing prompts Calgary police investigation at 2 separate scenesAnyone with information about what happened is asked to call police.CrimeDec 27, 2024
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Lethbridge teen found dead outside business on Boxing Day: policePolice officers were called to the 1600 block of Mayor Magrath Drive South just after 2 p.m. on Boxing Day.CanadaDec 27, 2024
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Edmonton orders evacuation of apartment building where security guard was killedThe central Edmonton building had over 60 people living inside at the time the closure was ordered, including about two-dozen children.CanadaDec 23, 2024
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Marcus Laraque, son of former Oilers enforcer, fights to carve his own path on the iceMarcus Laraque inched closer to following his dream of playing in the NHL like his dad when he was selected 79th overall by the Seattle Thunderbirds at the WHL Prospects Draft.FeaturesDec 19, 2024
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Edmonton firefighters called to blaze at distillery in StrathconaFire crews arrived to find a fire "at the back of a business.FireDec 18, 2024
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Oilers set to play Panthers for 1st time since 2024 Stanley Cup finalOn Monday night, Connor McDavid and company will get their first crack at revenge against the hockey club based in Sunrise, Fla.SportsDec 16, 2024
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2 Winnipeg schools closed Monday because of threats: policeStaff and students have been asked not to report to either school.CrimeDec 16, 2024
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City of Edmonton to implement extreme weather protocols with cold on the wayThe aim of the actions is to keep vulnerable Edmontonians safe amid frigid conditions.WeatherDec 13, 2024
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Former Alberta premier Rachel Notley says she’s resigning from her position as MLAIn 2015, Notley led the NDP to one of the biggest political upsets in Alberta election history.PoliticsDec 12, 2024
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Family of Indigenous man who had braids cut off in Alberta hospital calls for changeCrowe said her uncle was a day school survivor and that because it wasn't culturally safe to have long hair while in school, he decided to grow his hair out when he became older.HealthDec 10, 2024
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McDavid says Lightning ‘to take all our attention’ as Oilers prepare for Tuesday’s gameThe Oilers' last game was a 4-2 win over the St. Louis Blues on Saturday night, the team's second-straight victory.SportsDec 10, 2024