Alberta wildfires 2017: Current location of wildfires around the province
Wind wreaks havoc on QE2 between Edmonton and Calgary
Train cars derail off trestle bridge in central Alberta: witness
Fernie declares state of local emergency after at least 3 die following ammonia leak
Edmonton election results point to some anger directed at city hall
Eskimos feel they are regaining the form that helped them to a 7-0 start
Enbridge backtracks on decision to seize assets from environmental group
By Estefania Duran Digital Reporter/Content Coordinator
The documents authorized the sheriffs to take and sell all of their assets to recover money owed to the pipeline giant. Continue reading
Mounties find human remains at scene of burning vehicle south of Morrin, Alta.
By Jesse Ferreras National Online Journalist
Police have located the last known registered owner of the burned vehicle and spoken with the individual. Continue reading
Caitlan Coleman, wife of Canadian hostage freed from Afghanistan, admitted to hospital
“My first concern has to be the health of my wife and children,” Boyle wrote. Continue reading
United Conservative hopefuls go one last round before leadership vote
By John Himpe Reporter
“If we don’t reach out to those young Albertans across this province, there’s a risk they’ll turn against us and the next election campaign could be a real challenge.” Continue reading
Raccoon clings to road sign as wildfire flares up in Cypress County, Alta.
By Jesse Ferreras National Online Journalist
Tanner Betcker spotted the raccoon Tuesday night, seemingly trying to escape the smoke and flames. Continue reading
This is what we know about HPV, the vaccine and its backlash
More than 70 per cent of sexually active Canadians will get HPV at some point. Here’s what you need to know. Continue reading
Wildfire threatening south Lethbridge community has been put out: officials
Just hours after some Lethbridge residents were told to prepare for evacuation because of a wildfire in the coulees, officials said the fire had been put out. Continue reading
Evacuation orders lifted for Alberta’s MD of Acadia after wildfires prompt local state of emergency
After the Municipal District of Acadia in southeastern Alberta declared a local state of emergency due to serious wildfires, officials with the M.D. lifted the evacuation order for Acadia Valley shortly after 9 p.m. Continue reading
First Nation in Ontario using drones to lower costs, create jobs
The community says it will start experimenting with using drones to transport key supplies. Continue reading
Wildfire prompts evacuation alert for Moon River Estates in Alberta
Residents of the hamlet of Moon River Estates in the southeast corner of the Municipal District of Willow Creek were told to “evacuate immediately” shortly before 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday night after officials said a “wildfire has entered the hamlet.” Continue reading
A lot at stake for Edmonton with new faces on Capital Region Board
By Quinn Ohler Anchor/Reporter
More than half of the 24 communities that make up the Capital Region board have a new leader. Continue reading
Janes brand breaded chicken products recalled over salmonella concern
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says the uncooked products include Pub Style Chicken Burgers and Breaded Chicken Cutlettes. Continue reading
Fire crews respond to central Alberta train derailment
Crews were called to respond to a train derailment in central Alberta that is believed to have resulted in about 25 cars going off the tracks, according to the Three Hills Fire Department. Continue reading
COMMENTARY: When they’re laughing at you, minister, they’re not voting for you
Finance Minister Bill Morneau might have less trouble selling his tax plans if he wasn’t so out of touch, writes Charles Adler. Continue reading
Canada heartened by new congressional research report on NAFTA: source
Canada maintains it does not have a trade surplus with the U.S. Continue reading
Wildfire threatening south Lethbridge community has been put out: officials
Just hours after some Lethbridge residents were told to prepare for evacuation because of a wildfire in the coulees, officials said the fire had been put out. Continue reading
Fernie declares state of local emergency after at least 3 die following ammonia leak
The site has been contained, but crews are still unable to safely enter the arena. Continue reading
‘Rapidly spreading’ wildfire sparks emergency alert, evacuations in southeastern Alberta’s hamlet of Hilda
An Alberta Emergency Alert was issued Tuesday afternoon for Cypress County because of a “serious grass and wildfire” in the area. Continue reading
$6M lotto legal battle: Ontario man moves out without telling girlfriend they won 6/49 jackpot
A $6.1 million lottery ticket is in legal limbo after an Ontario couple split. Here is how you can protect yourself if you’re in a similar situation. Continue reading
Alberta wildfires 2017: Current location of wildfires around the province
There are currently six wildfires of note in Alberta. Continue reading
Enbridge backtracks on decision to seize assets from environmental group
By Estefania Duran Digital Reporter/Content Coordinator
The documents authorized the sheriffs to take and sell all of their assets to recover money owed to the pipeline giant. Continue reading
Mounties find human remains at scene of burning vehicle south of Morrin, Alta.
By Jesse Ferreras National Online Journalist
Police have located the last known registered owner of the burned vehicle and spoken with the individual. Continue reading
United Conservative hopefuls go one last round before leadership vote
By John Himpe Reporter
“If we don’t reach out to those young Albertans across this province, there’s a risk they’ll turn against us and the next election campaign could be a real challenge.” Continue reading
Carolina Hurricanes hand Oilers fourth straight loss
It’s now four in a row. The Oilers couldn’t snap their losing streak Tuesday at Rogers Place. Continue reading
Alberta wildfires 2017: Current location of wildfires around the province
There are currently six wildfires of note in Alberta. Continue reading
Raccoon clings to road sign as wildfire flares up in Cypress County, Alta.
By Jesse Ferreras National Online Journalist
Tanner Betcker spotted the raccoon Tuesday night, seemingly trying to escape the smoke and flames. Continue reading
Wildfire threatening south Lethbridge community has been put out: officials
Just hours after some Lethbridge residents were told to prepare for evacuation because of a wildfire in the coulees, officials said the fire had been put out. Continue reading
Fernie declares state of local emergency after at least 3 die following ammonia leak
The site has been contained, but crews are still unable to safely enter the arena. Continue reading
Evacuation orders lifted for Alberta’s MD of Acadia after wildfires prompt local state of emergency
After the Municipal District of Acadia in southeastern Alberta declared a local state of emergency due to serious wildfires, officials with the M.D. lifted the evacuation order for Acadia Valley shortly after 9 p.m. Continue reading
Wildfire prompts evacuation alert for Moon River Estates in Alberta
Residents of the hamlet of Moon River Estates in the southeast corner of the Municipal District of Willow Creek were told to “evacuate immediately” shortly before 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday night after officials said a “wildfire has entered the hamlet.” Continue reading
Train cars derail off trestle bridge in central Alberta: witness
A witness told Global News six or seven train cars derailed off a trestle bridge near Wainwright, Alta. on Tuesday afternoon. Continue reading
A lot at stake for Edmonton with new faces on Capital Region Board
By Quinn Ohler Anchor/Reporter
More than half of the 24 communities that make up the Capital Region board have a new leader. Continue reading
Fire crews respond to central Alberta train derailment
Crews were called to respond to a train derailment in central Alberta that is believed to have resulted in about 25 cars going off the tracks, according to the Three Hills Fire Department. Continue reading
COMMENTARY: When they’re laughing at you, minister, they’re not voting for you
Finance Minister Bill Morneau might have less trouble selling his tax plans if he wasn’t so out of touch, writes Charles Adler. Continue reading
Siksika First Nation, Alberta’s Wheatland County declares state of emergency amid wildfire evacuation
Residents were also asked to close doors, windows and vents and keep in mind visibility will be affected on the highways. Continue reading
How can you build resilient children?
By Laurel Gregory Reporter
Ann Masten, a professor of Child Development in the Institute of Child Development at the University of Minnesota, discusses what’s behind resilience and how parents can help build the ability to adapt in their children. Continue reading
Edmonton election results point to some anger directed at city hall
By Fletcher Kent Reporter
In the Edmonton ward races, some results call into question just how strong Mayor Don Iveson’s mandate is. Continue reading
Registered nurse testifies at dental hearing about Amber Athwal case
By Kendra Slugoski Reporter
The registered nurse who monitored Amber Athwal during and after her dental surgery said the little girl stopped breathing while she was in recovery. Continue reading
Eskimos feel they are regaining the form that helped them to a 7-0 start
After going through a six-game losing streak, the Edmonton Eskimos are now on a two-game winning streak and feeling like their game is rounding back to form. Continue reading
Promises made, promises kept? New Edmonton councillors eager to work
By Vinesh Pratap Reporter
The dust has barely settled on the 2017 municipal election, but the councillor-elects in Edmonton are already making the rounds. Continue reading
Accused hostage taker of Amanda Lindhout claims he lied to undercover RCMP agents
By Mike Le Couteur Global National Ottawa Correspondent
Ali Omar Adar says he lied to undercover agents when he boasted getting $10,000 for his role as negotiator in the Amanda Lindhout hostage-taking. Continue reading
Defeated Edmonton councillor Dave Loken says ‘negativity’ and ‘fallacies’ dogged campaign
By Scott Johnston Reporter
Dave Loken, the former city councillor who lost his seat in Ward 3 Monday night, said he was the subject of a smear campaign. Continue reading
Fire burning near Highway 2 claims home, prompts 50 to evacuate from Airdrie area
Police said the fire approached the southeast side of Airdrie “at a high rate of speed due to severe winds.” Continue reading
Wildfire spurs evacuation, state of emergency in Alberta’s Crowsnest Pass
The out-of-control wildfire was located between Sentinel Industrial Park and Coleman Tuesday afternoon, moving quickly towards the town. Continue reading
Wind wreaks havoc on QE2 between Edmonton and Calgary
Powerful wind gusts created serious situations in several parts of Alberta on Tuesday. For drivers using the province’s busiest stretch of highway, the commute was filled with delays and at times, danger. Continue reading
