Edmonton Oilers blanked again
Separatist talk renews in Alberta following Justin Trudeau Liberal victory
Alberta premier to create panel aimed at ‘fight for fairness’ in Canadian constitution
Alberta horse rescue asking for help amid high quality hay shortage
Wildlife officers forced to euthanize grizzly after shot left it partially paralyzed
Husky Energy lays off undetermined amount of employees
WHL Roundup: Tuesday, October 22, 2019
RED DEER, Alta. – Oliver Okuliar’s second-period goal was the eventual winner as the Lethbridge Hurricanes held on for a 4-3 win over the Red Deer Rebels on Tuesday in Western Hockey League action. Continue reading
1 dead, 3 injured after multiple-vehicle crash near Rimbey, Alta.
Police said emergency crews were going to be at the scene for “several hours,” and advised drivers to avoid the area. Continue reading
Eichel has 2 goals, 2 assists as Sabres beat Sharks in OT
Jack Eichel capped a two-goal, two-assist game by scoring 3:13 into overtime to lead the Buffalo Sabres to a 4-3 win over the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday night. Continue reading
Alberta government looking for witnesses, says arsonist started May Slave Lake wildfire
The Alberta government says an arsonist was behind a massive wildfire that burned over 273,000 hectares in the Slave Lake area in the summer of 2019. Continue reading
Edmonton city manager Linda Cochrane announces retirement
After 38 “wonderful years,” Edmonton’s city manager Linda Cochrane is retiring. Continue reading
Hong Kong set to formally withdraw extradition bill from city’s legislature
The protests, which were sparked by the bill erupted in early June and snowballed into the city’s biggest political crisis in decades, expanding to demands for universal suffrage and an investigation into police tactics. Continue reading
We Day aims to empower young Albertans to better their communities
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
Young Albertans gathered in downtown Edmonton on Tuesday for a conference meant to inspire them to create positive change in the world. Continue reading
How to build a Growth Mindset in your kids: ‘They are going to be unstoppable’
By Laurel Gregory Reporter
A childhood resilience expert explains how failing and struggle are cornerstones of growth and how parents can help kids embrace them. Continue reading
Turkey, Russia agreement cements power in Syria in place of U.S. forces
The accord caps a dramatic and swift transformation of the Syrian map unleashed by Trump’s decision two weeks ago to remove the American soldiers. Continue reading
Future of fireworks in Edmonton in question after changes made by Ottawa
By Scott Johnston Reporter
Several Sikh and Hindu leaders converged on Edmonton City Hall Tuesday worried about Sunday’s Diwali amid fears the event would be in jeopardy because Ottawa changed the rules on the use of fireworks. Continue reading
Flashfood app offers discounts on nearing-expiry grocery items, reduces waste
An app that Real Canadian Superstore locations launched last summer offers big discounts on food getting close to its best-before date while also diverting waste from the landfill. Continue reading
Trump held back Ukraine military aid in exchange for Biden investigation: diplomat
William Taylor described Trump’s demand that “everything” President Volodymyr Zelenskiy wanted, including vital aid to counter Russia, hinged on making a public vow that Ukraine would investigate Democrats. Continue reading
Oilpatch market reaction muted after election of minority Liberal government
Investors in the oil and gas sector were shrugging off the federal election results despite predictions that a Liberal minority propped up by the NDP and Greens would result in policies that hurt the industry. Continue reading
Crime Beat podcast: The boy who fell through the cracks
By Nancy Hixt Crime Reporter
It was nearly a decade later before anyone realized just how bad things got for Alex, and by that time, it was too late. Alex was dead. Continue reading
Suspect in murder case that led to Hong Kong’s protests leaves prison
Chan Tong-kai was released after serving a separate sentence for money laundering offences, but could not be sent to Taiwan for trial because Hong Kong has no extradition agreement with them. Continue reading
The ridings with the best (and worst) voter turnout in B.C.
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Voter engagement was not equal across the province — in some ridings, voters turned out in droves, while in others they barely cracked 50 per cent. Continue reading
Canada election 2019: Results from the federal election
Global News will have live, real-time election results for all 338 ridings as polls begin to close across the country starting at 7 p.m. ET Continue reading
63% of Canadians believe Scheer should resign for not winning majority: Ipsos exit poll
Voters were asked what they thought the party leaders should do if they did not win the most seats — resign or stay on as leader. Continue reading
NDP’s Jagmeet Singh calls for electoral reform, says system is ‘broken’
Singh, who anticipates working more closely with the Liberals in the upcoming Parliament, says he plans to push for a proportional representation system. Continue reading
Separatist talk renews in Alberta following Justin Trudeau Liberal victory
Monday’s federal election proved once again the massive difference in the political landscape between west and east. Continue reading
Alberta horse rescue asking for help amid high quality hay shortage
A horse rescue near Leduc, Alta. is hoping for donations to help feed more than 80 horses during a high quality hay shortage. Continue reading
WHL Roundup: Tuesday, October 22, 2019
RED DEER, Alta. – Oliver Okuliar’s second-period goal was the eventual winner as the Lethbridge Hurricanes held on for a 4-3 win over the Red Deer Rebels on Tuesday in Western Hockey League action. Continue reading
Restaurant experts say big-chain closures in Edmonton not surprising as consumers push local
This week’s announcement that Red Robin would be pulling out of Alberta has fans of the franchise reeling, but local retail and restaurant experts say it shouldn’t come as a surprise. Continue reading
Edmonton Oilers blanked again
The Oilers are 7-2-1 after ten games. Continue reading
1 dead, 3 injured after multiple-vehicle crash near Rimbey, Alta.
Police said emergency crews were going to be at the scene for “several hours,” and advised drivers to avoid the area. Continue reading
Alberta government looking for witnesses, says arsonist started May Slave Lake wildfire
The Alberta government says an arsonist was behind a massive wildfire that burned over 273,000 hectares in the Slave Lake area in the summer of 2019. Continue reading
Edmonton city manager Linda Cochrane announces retirement
After 38 “wonderful years,” Edmonton’s city manager Linda Cochrane is retiring. Continue reading
We Day aims to empower young Albertans to better their communities
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
Young Albertans gathered in downtown Edmonton on Tuesday for a conference meant to inspire them to create positive change in the world. Continue reading
How to build a Growth Mindset in your kids: ‘They are going to be unstoppable’
By Laurel Gregory Reporter
A childhood resilience expert explains how failing and struggle are cornerstones of growth and how parents can help kids embrace them. Continue reading
Future of fireworks in Edmonton in question after changes made by Ottawa
By Scott Johnston Reporter
Several Sikh and Hindu leaders converged on Edmonton City Hall Tuesday worried about Sunday’s Diwali amid fears the event would be in jeopardy because Ottawa changed the rules on the use of fireworks. Continue reading
Flashfood app offers discounts on nearing-expiry grocery items, reduces waste
An app that Real Canadian Superstore locations launched last summer offers big discounts on food getting close to its best-before date while also diverting waste from the landfill. Continue reading
Husky Energy lays off undetermined amount of employees
Husky officials confirmed on Tuesday the energy company let go an undetermined amount of workers. Continue reading
Oilpatch market reaction muted after election of minority Liberal government
Investors in the oil and gas sector were shrugging off the federal election results despite predictions that a Liberal minority propped up by the NDP and Greens would result in policies that hurt the industry. Continue reading
Wildlife officers forced to euthanize grizzly after shot left it partially paralyzed
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
Witnesses told officers the bear was shot in the spine and could only move by dragging itself with its paws. Continue reading
Alberta premier to create panel aimed at ‘fight for fairness’ in Canadian constitution
Alberta Premier Jason Kenney said he’s spoken to his caucus about Monday night’s election results and will address the media about it Tuesday afternoon. Continue reading
Separatist talk renews in Alberta following Justin Trudeau Liberal victory
Monday’s federal election proved once again the massive difference in the political landscape between west and east. Continue reading
Crime Beat podcast: The boy who fell through the cracks
By Nancy Hixt Crime Reporter
It was nearly a decade later before anyone realized just how bad things got for Alex, and by that time, it was too late. Alex was dead. Continue reading
Tory blue wave sweeps Alberta, Saskatchewan, bringing challenges with Liberal minority
With Alberta and Saskatchewan nearly entirely Tory blue, what does that mean for getting resources to market with a Liberal minority government in Ottawa? Continue reading
Edmonton Strathcona becomes the only non-Conservative seat in Alberta after voting in NDP Heather McPherson
Every federal riding in Alberta voted in a Conservative MP Monday, except for one: Edmonton Strathcona remained NDP. Continue reading
Conservative James Cumming wins Edmonton Centre, defeating Liberal Randy Boissonnault
Former Liberal MP Randy Boissonnault lost his seat in Edmonton Centre to Conservative James Cumming in Monday night’s federal election. Continue reading
Conservative Greg McLean beats out longtime Liberal Kent Hehr in Calgary Centre
Kent Hehr, a former Alberta MLA, was fighting for re-election following nearly a year of scandal in light of sexual harassment allegations from several women. Continue reading
Conservative Tim Uppal wins Edmonton Mill Woods seat, booting Liberal Amarjeet Sohi
Former cabinet minister Amarjeet Sohi lost one of Alberta’s few Liberal seats in Monday night’s federal election. Continue reading
Alberta students support Conservative candidates in mock election but province isn’t all blue
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
Most of the Alberta students voted in a Conservative MP, but a few key ridings across the province didn’t follow suit. Continue reading
Child struck by vehicle on Edmonton’s 118 Avenue
Edmonton police blocked off the intersection of 118 Avenue and 66 Street in all directions. Continue reading
Social media plays major role in 2019 federal election
By Tiffany Lizée Meteorologist
Social media is playing a bigger role in the election campaign than ever before and that has forced Canadian federal party leaders to change the way they communicate to their followers. Continue reading
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