Crews battle grass fire in Sherwood Park
Possible tornado in central Alberta elicits call for photos
Edmonton Oilers’ Connor McDavid named Ted Lindsay award finalist
Search for missing Calgary mother and child now ‘suspected’ double-homicide investigation
No guarantee of decision on Trans Mountain pipeline before federal election: Sohi
‘He was failed. We are failed’: Widow of Const. Wynn speaks to shooter’s mother at inquiry
Oil and gas sector hopeful Alberta and Ottawa can restore investor certainty
By Tom Vernon Provincial Affairs Reporter
During the Alberta election campaign, Jason Kenney pledged to slash the corporate tax rate and reduce red tape to speed up project approvals, while taking a more aggressive approach with Ottawa. Continue reading
Man wanted on Canada-wide warrant for human trafficking offences in Saskatchewan
Daniel Khet, 26, is facing facing multiple charges, including human trafficking, and is known to reside in Montreal, but frequently travels to Regina. Continue reading
Family of ‘Deadpool 2’ stuntwoman killed in Vancouver reaches settlement with studio
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
S.J. “Joi” Harris was killed during a motorcycle stunt while filming the superhero sequel downtown in August 2017. Continue reading
Senate committee to hold public hearing in Edmonton on oil tanker ban Bill C-48
The Senate committee on transport and communications will conduct a public hearing Tuesday in Edmonton on Bill C-48, the Oil Tanker Moratorium Act. Continue reading
Mayors mobilizing on climate change as provinces mull ending programs
By Scott Johnston Reporter
Concerned that the Kenney government will end programs run by Energy Efficiency Alberta, the city of Edmonton is considering other options to offer you energy incentives for you to go green. Continue reading
Prince William visits survivors at New Zealand mosques attacked by gunman in March
Extremist ideology must be defeated, Britain’s Prince William said during a visit to a New Zealand mosque on Friday where dozens were killed in a mass shooting last month after earlier meeting survivors of the massacre. Continue reading
Pretty good week? Alberta MLA-elect wins seat and $100K in lottery
Last Tuesday evening, Janis Irwin found out she had won the Edmonton-Highlands-Norwood seat for the NDP. That Thursday, she found out she had won $100,000. Continue reading
Fines levied against another former Callaway UCP leadership campaign staffer
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
Jeff Park, a former staffer for Jeff Callaway’s UCP leadership campaign, has been fined $10,500 for what the election commissioner has called illegal donations to the campaign. Continue reading
Sri Lankans urged to avoid mosques, churches amid warnings of possible car bombs
The U.S. embassy in Sri Lanka also urged its citizens to avoid places of worship over the coming weekend. Continue reading
How social media is helping white supremacist movements
A report by an Alberta organization suggests extremist groups such as white supremacists are benefiting from the expansion of social media. Continue reading
City of Edmonton taking another look at public washrooms
After 10 years of pilot projects and research, the City of Edmonton is preparing a new, city-wide plan for public toilets. Continue reading
John Havlicek, Boston Celtics great, dies at 79
The Celtics said the Hall of Famer died Thursday in Jupiter, Fla. The cause of death wasn’t immediately available. He was 79. Continue reading
Precision Drilling reports Q1 profit, revenue up from year ago as rigs continue moving south
Precision Drilling says it made a profit in its latest quarter, as Canadian oil companies with operations in the U.S. are earning more money south of the border. Continue reading
WHL Roundup: Wednesday, April 24, 2019
Noah Gregor put away the winner as Prince Albert tied its series with the Oil Kings 2-2 on Wednesday in Western Hockey League playoff action. Continue reading
Judge gives U.S. 6 months to identify children split from families at border
Trump administration officials said they had a goal of six months but opposed any deadline, saying it could take as long as two years to reunite children with their parents if efforts to speed up the process fail. Continue reading
City of Ottawa declares state of emergency as flood levels projected to rise above 2017 peak
The federal minister for public safety and emergency protection confirmed Thursday evening the Government of Canada is sending help, “including support from the Canadian Armed Forces.” Continue reading
Search for missing Calgary mother and child now ‘suspected’ double-homicide investigation
Investigators issued a plea for public help on Wednesday to locate 25-year-old Jasmine Lovett and 22-month-old Aliyah Sanderson. Continue reading
Expectant couple angers neighbours after asking them to do their chores, cook their meals
“It definitely sounded like an entitled young couple who is going to be in for a rude awakening when the reality of parenting sets in,” one expert said. Continue reading
Family of ‘Deadpool 2’ stuntwoman killed in Vancouver reaches settlement with studio
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
S.J. “Joi” Harris was killed during a motorcycle stunt while filming the superhero sequel downtown in August 2017. Continue reading
Woman killed after falling into meat grinder at food processing plant
A woman was killed on Monday after falling into a commercial meat grinder at a food processing plant in Pennsylvania. Continue reading
Dual-light Edmonton intersection leaves drivers confused
By Albert Delitala Digital Journalist
A unique intersection west of downtown Edmonton intended to prevent conflict between cyclists and motorists is proving to be confusing to some drivers. Continue reading
Possible tornado in central Alberta elicits call for photos
It’s believed a tornado touched down west of Edmonton on Wednesday and meteorologists have put out the call for photos. Continue reading
Oil and gas sector hopeful Alberta and Ottawa can restore investor certainty
By Tom Vernon Provincial Affairs Reporter
During the Alberta election campaign, Jason Kenney pledged to slash the corporate tax rate and reduce red tape to speed up project approvals, while taking a more aggressive approach with Ottawa. Continue reading
Crews battle grass fire in Sherwood Park
Shortly before 4:30 p.m,, Strathcona County RCMP said a grass fire was burning in the area of Range Road 233 and Township Road 522. Continue reading
Man wanted on Canada-wide warrant for human trafficking offences in Saskatchewan
Daniel Khet, 26, is facing facing multiple charges, including human trafficking, and is known to reside in Montreal, but frequently travels to Regina. Continue reading
Senate committee to hold public hearing in Edmonton on oil tanker ban Bill C-48
The Senate committee on transport and communications will conduct a public hearing Tuesday in Edmonton on Bill C-48, the Oil Tanker Moratorium Act. Continue reading
Mayors mobilizing on climate change as provinces mull ending programs
By Scott Johnston Reporter
Concerned that the Kenney government will end programs run by Energy Efficiency Alberta, the city of Edmonton is considering other options to offer you energy incentives for you to go green. Continue reading
Pretty good week? Alberta MLA-elect wins seat and $100K in lottery
Last Tuesday evening, Janis Irwin found out she had won the Edmonton-Highlands-Norwood seat for the NDP. That Thursday, she found out she had won $100,000. Continue reading
No guarantee of decision on Trans Mountain pipeline before federal election: Sohi
Sohi said he couldn’t guarantee a decision on the project would come before a federal election expected this fall, saying it’s up to the full cabinet. Continue reading
Search for missing Calgary mother and child now ‘suspected’ double-homicide investigation
Investigators issued a plea for public help on Wednesday to locate 25-year-old Jasmine Lovett and 22-month-old Aliyah Sanderson. Continue reading
Fines levied against another former Callaway UCP leadership campaign staffer
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
Jeff Park, a former staffer for Jeff Callaway’s UCP leadership campaign, has been fined $10,500 for what the election commissioner has called illegal donations to the campaign. Continue reading
How social media is helping white supremacist movements
A report by an Alberta organization suggests extremist groups such as white supremacists are benefiting from the expansion of social media. Continue reading
City of Edmonton taking another look at public washrooms
After 10 years of pilot projects and research, the City of Edmonton is preparing a new, city-wide plan for public toilets. Continue reading
‘He was failed. We are failed’: Widow of Const. Wynn speaks to shooter’s mother at inquiry
The widow of an Alberta RCMP officer killed while trying to make an arrest spoke at a fatality inquiry Thursday to the mother of the man who pulled the trigger. Continue reading
Edmonton Oilers’ Connor McDavid named Ted Lindsay award finalist
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
For the third time, Connor McDavid has been named a finalist for the Ted Lindsay award. Continue reading
Precision Drilling reports Q1 profit, revenue up from year ago as rigs continue moving south
Precision Drilling says it made a profit in its latest quarter, as Canadian oil companies with operations in the U.S. are earning more money south of the border. Continue reading
WHL Roundup: Wednesday, April 24, 2019
Noah Gregor put away the winner as Prince Albert tied its series with the Oil Kings 2-2 on Wednesday in Western Hockey League playoff action. Continue reading
Low-income housing project proposed in Terwillegar area
A proposal for a low-income housing project in the Terwillegar area was presented to community members at an open house in the southwest Edmonton neighbourhood Wednesday night. Continue reading
University of Calgary mourns Dinos player killed in B.C. canoeing accident
Andrew Milner, 19, a University of Calgary Dinos men’s basketball player, died Tuesday in a canoeing accident in B.C. Continue reading
Crews battle grass fire northeast of Edmonton
Crews from several detachments continued to battle a grass fire near Range Road 220 just south of Township Road 554 on Thursday. Continue reading
Calgary Catholic School District freezing hiring until provincial budget is tabled
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
Alberta’s changing political landscape is creating some uncertainty for Alberta school boards, with officials saying classrooms could be impacted. Continue reading
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Southern Alberta business owners offer chance to own bed and breakfast, restaurant for $100
By Kyle Benning Videographer
Applicants will need to send in $100 with their 500-word essay about why they want to win the property. Continue reading
ANALYSIS: Time to let NHL officials have their own video review challenge
If the NHL is going to use video review, it’s time to expand how it’s used. Continue reading
Charges laid after bomb threat at Sherwood Park bank
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
Police were called to the bank on Baseline Road near Sherwood Drive on April 18 just after 3:30 p.m. Continue reading
Event at Rossdale power plant has people buzzing about building’s potential
The old Rossdale power plant in Edmonton’s river valley was transformed for a party Tuesday and it’s reigniting excitement about how the space could be used. Continue reading