Stefan Keyes

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• ‘You wouldn’t see any black people around’: Calgary business owner reflects on changing city

  Lloyd Reid has called the city of Calgary home since 1976 when he migrated from Jamaica. After eight years, he decided to launch a Jamaican patty shop. He says it was a challenge in a city more familiar with hamburgers than Caribbean cuisine.

  Lifestyle

  Feb 26, 2016
• CP Rail apologizes for train derailment in southeast Calgary

  Emergency crews were called to the scene of a train derailment in the community of Inglewood on Thursday.

  Canada

  Feb 18, 2016
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• ‘Backup mommies’ step up for Syrian family in Calgary

  Baby Yousef now calls a room at Alberta Children’s Hospital home after his family had to flee war-torn Syria as refugees.

  Health

  Feb 5, 2016
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• Musicians on a high note as Music Mile gets set to debut in Calgary

  It’s the brainchild of a few that has come together with hopes of making harmonious history in Calgary.

  Consumer

  Jan 6, 2016
• Health Minister visits Airdrie amid concerns over lack of 24-hour health care

  Alberta's health minister will be in Airdrie on Monday to address growing concern over the city’s lack of 24-hour access to emergency care.

  Health

  Dec 14, 2015
• Uber and City of Calgary kiss and make up, agree to work together

  The City of Calgary and Uber announced Friday they have resolved their differences and are working together to find a way for the private for-hire service to function legally.

  Traffic

  Dec 11, 2015
• Should the city tap the brakes on a Calgary IndyCar race?

  The city says it’s not the driving force behind an IndyCar race possibly coming to Calgary – but, so far, it isn’t saying no to the idea.

  Dec 2, 2015
• Poppy donation box thief caught on camera at Calgary gas station

  Surveillance video taken Monday morning from a Shell gas station in northwest Calgary shows a man slip a poppy donation box into his leather jacket.

  Nov 11, 2015
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• After property stolen, Inglewood homeowners take matters into their own hands

  After feeling violated that some bikes and buggies for their kids were stolen, came vigilante behavior from some neighbours in the community.

  Oct 30, 2015
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• Police will be stepping up enforcement of “speed pass” laws this long weekend

  Alberta tow truck drivers are sounding the alarm, fed up with drivers who refuse to slow down when passing an accident.

  Canada

  Oct 9, 2015
• #WhyWhyC graffiti spurs City of Calgary investigation

  Mysterious "WhyWhyC" markings have shown up throughout Calgary’s core in the last few days, causing the city to launch an investigation that could result in charges.

  Oct 1, 2015
• Calgary marks major milestone for new central library

  The City of Calgary “topped off” Wednesday morning with a ceremony to celebrate the placement of the last panel covering the LRT line in East Village. Dignitaries and onlookers applauded the cement slab swinging into place as it signified a new phase in construction for the central library that will be built around and above...

  Sep 30, 2015
• Economic domino effect means better deals in Calgary rental market

  If you are looking for somewhere to rent in Calgary, the market has made a move in your favour.

  Consumer

  Aug 21, 2015
• School bus companies a saving grace for laid off Albertans

  For some Albertans, layoffs mean turning to school bus driving as a guaranteed way to earn income during uncertain economic times.

  Canada

  Aug 20, 2015
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• Calgary police to focus on pedestrian safety in August

  Hitting the streets with the traffic section of the Calgary Police Service was far from drama-free on Friday.

  Crime

  Jul 31, 2015
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• New Tsuu T’ina sportsplex could aid in Calgary hockey arena demand

  A ground breaking ceremony was held Wednesday in honour of a new sportsplex being built on the Tsuu T’ina First Nation that could come in handy for Calgary area athletes.

  Canada

  Jul 29, 2015
• Mrs. Canada to donate kidney to Spirit of the West drummer

  Calgary resident and current Mrs. Canada, Angie Shilliday, is about to change Vince Ditrich’s life.

  Health

  Jul 24, 2015
• Tragedy strikes along CTrain tracks at Southland station

  One man is dead after being hit by a northbound CTrain near the Southland station just before midnight Saturday. Police say the train was just south of the station and about to pull in when the pedestrian was struck. Investigators have closed CTrain service in both directions until further notice. The circumstances around the fatal...

  Jun 28, 2015
• Man dead after vehicle leaves road, enters water

  Calgary Police say one man is dead after a vehicle left the road and entered a retaining pond at Stoney Trail and Glenmore Trail early Saturday morning.

  Jun 20, 2015
• Man dead after vehicle leaves road, enters water

  Calgary police say one man is dead after responding to a call for a vehicle in the water near Stoney and Glenmore Trail SE early Saturday morning.

  Jun 20, 2015
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• Snubs over study to make Macleod Trail a cosmopolitan hot spot

  It could still be a long-time coming, but the city is looking at making Calgary’s Macleod Trail into something more attractive and pedestrian-friendly.

  May 20, 2015
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• Pest populations low after mild winter

  The city’s pest management team says they do not expect this season to be above-average for pests.

  May 14, 2015
• More gear, food, security: Calgary businesses prep for Flames playoff run

  Flames fans aren’t the only ones excited for the prospect of a long NHL playoff run: Local businesses including hotels, restaurants and bars suggest the economic potential is in the millions.

  Canada

  Apr 15, 2015
• Police make arrests after reports of overnight gunfire targeting cars

  Calgary police say charges are pending against two men in custody after they received several calls of gunshots being fired at cars in the city’s south-east. Police say the first round of complaints for damaged vehicles came in just before midnight Sunday. They were called after a dark-coloured truck was spotted in the communities of Temple...

  Crime

  Apr 12, 2015
• Police investigate stabbing after hospital drop-off

  Calgary police are investigating after a man arrived at the Rockyview Hospital with stab wounds Saturday morning. Investigators say they are waiting to talk to the victim until after he receives medical treatment. The extent of his injuries is unknown at this time. Also, police say they don’t know where the stabbing took place. The...

  Crime

  Mar 28, 2015