Edmonton Downtown Farmers Market prepares to launch new location
In just a few weeks, the Edmonton Downtown Farmers Market is set to permanently move into its new location at the historical GWG Building on 97 Street. Continue reading
Valley Line LRT
New reporting system shows Edmonton construction projects behind schedule
By Scott Johnston Reporter
A new city hall report says of 13 major capital projects that were launched recently under a new management system, three are behind schedule and one of those three is also over budget. Continue reading
24-hour noise expected as Valley Line LRT bridge crews race to beat winter weather
In an effort to take advantage of the weather before it gets too cold, Valley Line LRT construction crews will be working 24 hours a day Mondays through Saturdays, the line’s project manager said. Continue reading
Edmonton city council puts Strathearn Heights redevelopment on hold for more negotiation
By Scott Johnston Reporter
Edmonton city council’s executive committee has asked city staff to do more work on funding for a proposed $13-million road that would be part of a new 1,900 unit apartment complex next to the Valley Line LRT. Continue reading
Plan in the works to save Edmonton’s Harbin Gate
By Scott Johnston Reporter
The Harbin Gate, once considered by some as gone for good, appears to be on the comeback trail for 2022. Continue reading
Main-street development in Strathearn Heights back before Edmonton councillors
By Scott Johnston Reporter
Executive committee is set to discuss whether the city should contribute $13 million in road and other upgrades for a town hub development along the Valley Line LRT in Strathearn. Continue reading
Bonnie Doon traffic circle becoming intersection due to Valley Line LRT
By Scott Johnston Reporter
Traffic circles in Edmonton are becoming an endangered species: the one in Bonnie Doon is being removed for good because of Valley Line LRT construction. Continue reading
Another downtown Edmonton intersection to close for Valley Line LRT construction
The construction will mean Edmonton Transit will have to make some changes and accommodations to bus service. Continue reading
SNC-Lavalin bows out of bidding on Edmonton LRT project
By Scott Johnston Reporter
SNC-Lavalin’s corporate restructuring, announced Monday, means it is no longer part of the bidding process for the West Valley Line LRT in Edmonton. Continue reading
Intersection closures continue downtown Edmonton for LRT construction
Beginning on Monday, 100 Street at 102 Avenue will be closed so TransEd can build Valley Line LRT tracks across the intersection. Continue reading