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Most Albertans can apply for $100 energy rebate starting Canada Day
Nearly 3.4 million Albertans become eligible to apply for the new Alberta Energy Rebate on July 1, with payments arriving within two weeks.
Edmonton councillors exploring centralized Diwali fireworks show
The city is considering a pilot event in Mill Woods Park to provide a safe, legal alternative to illegal fireworks that have caused home fires.
Alberta invests $100M to expand classroom support teams through Grade 12
The province will hire 221 new classroom complexity teams, with 158 for junior and senior high and 63 for elementary. The $100M...
Fireworks red tape blamed for fire problems and racism, business owner tells council
Uncle Jon's Fireworks owner Jon Adria urged the city to follow Saskatoon's model, which allows unrestricted fireworks use on designated...
Council tightens rules on public amplification; noise limits in the works
A motion passed Monday to draft bylaw amendments restricting amplification in public spaces after complaints about religious messaging...
Wildfire smoke rolling into Edmonton; heavy June rainfall sets records
Rain subsided Monday but smoke from Saskatchewan and Manitoba wildfires is creating haze across the region. Edmonton just broke a...
Ex-volleyball coach may have victimized more children, EPS says
Steven Cabral, 33, pleaded guilty in June to possessing child sexual abuse materials. Police are asking anyone with information to come forward.
Leduc receives Municipal Inspiring Workplace Award
The City of Leduc was recognized by the Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators for its people-first workplace strategy.
Council tackles river valley consultation, megaphones, fireworks
Meetings this week will address Indigenous engagement on river valley development, noise regulations, and Diwali celebrations after last...
Police seek help identifying arson suspect in south Edmonton
A fire deliberately set at a community league rink near 113 Street and 25 Avenue on May 24 is under investigation.
Llama rescued from 3-metre sinkhole by Edmonton firefighters
Fire crews used an excavator and specialized rescue slings to free Runner, an animal that fell into a hole in south Edmonton on Saturday.
Brain injuries in intimate partner violence finally getting care
Montreal shelter creates 'ecosystem of care' for victims, a model now spreading across Quebec and beyond.
