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HighOnCity · The Edmonton Archive

Wednesday · Jul 29, 2026

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11:27
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Pulse

Calgary crews showed up to help Edmonton with storm cleanup

City of Calgary sent forestry staff, equipment, and crews to help Edmonton deal with fallen trees and debris. Neighbours helping neighbours after we've got their back before.

10:51
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Retirement home residents wondering where their lease investments went

Residents who invested in retirement home leases are now asking hard questions about their money. Sounds like a gut punch for people trying to secure their future.

10:15
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FIFA crowd expectations vs. reality at Ice District

Expected packed streets at the Ice District during the World Cup match, but the atmosphere was way quieter than anticipated. The fan zone had plenty of room to breathe.

9:39
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News Brief

Edmonton's wettest summer on record hits 500+ millimetres as July nears its end

The city has shattered the 1914 rainfall record for June and is on pace for a record-setting July.

8:03
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Rainy summer will cost Edmonton taxpayers millions, city manager warns

The city manager says the cleanup and repair bills from this record-breaking wet summer are going to run into the millions. Storm damage, tree removal, infrastructure repairs —...

7:30
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Tonight

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee - Edmonton

Citadel Theatre Parking

7:27
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Summer's been a rough one — round two is mosquito season

After the wettest June and July on record, Edmonton's about to deal with the fallout: mosquito swarms. The standing water everywhere is basically a breeding paradise right now.

6:51
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Calgary crews arrived in Edmonton to help with storm recovery

Calgary's forestry and parks crews showed up today to help with cleanup from the weekend storms. They remembered when Edmonton sent workers their way a few years back during a...

5:39
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News Brief

Alberta disability payment system falters, leaving thousands short hundreds of dollars

A technical error affected roughly 1,605 AISH and ADAP recipients on Tuesday, with some receiving hundreds less than expected or nothing at all.

3:03
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Double rainbow spotted after storm in east Edmonton

A double rainbow lit up the sky in east Edmonton after yesterday's storm. One of those rare weather moments that made the chaos feel worth it.

2:27
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Finally getting some dry days after weeks of rain

After Edmonton's wettest stretch in months, the forecast is clearing. A few dry days are coming—catch your breath while you can.

1:51
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Muttart and Elk Island dealing with flood aftermath

The Muttart Conservatory and Elk Island National Park are among Edmonton attractions affected by recent flooding. Cleanup and recovery efforts are underway.

12:39
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News Brief

Edmonton police release 2025 crime data: property crime jumped 10.1% while severity index fell

Total crime rate increased 3.2% in 2025, but the severity index dropped 6.5%. Shoplifting surged 30% and theft from vehicles rose 17%.

7:39
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Post-storm sunset was unreal

post-storm sunset last night was absolutely incredible. whole city was just glowing. if you missed it, you're gonna regret it.

6:39
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Muttart still dealing with flood aftermath

the muttart is still draining from yesterday's flood. whole thing's a mess down there. gonna take a while to clean up.

5:39
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Pulse

Someone stood on a roof during the storm

someone was literally on a roof during the storm and a lightning strike went off right behind them lol. edmonton's weather has been absolutely wild.

12:03
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Tornado safety tips: charge your phone and know where to shelter

Someone posted solid tornado prep advice for people new to the area. Charge your phone, shelter under stairs or in a bathtub, stay away from windows, keep emergency supplies ready.