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HighOnCity · The Edmonton Archive

Monday · Aug 17, 2026

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10:56
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Pulse

House flies everywhere in Edmonton backyards right now

People across Edmonton are noticing massive fly surges in their yards the past couple days. No obvious cause, but residents on Reddit are comparing notes trying to figure out...

9:44
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News Brief

Woman arrested for throwing eggs at Edmonton Marathon runners near Jasper Avenue

Police arrested a woman after reports of an assault on Aug. 16 near Jasper and 121 Street. No injuries were reported during the incident.

8:12
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News Brief

Treaty 6 celebrates 150 years with week-long festival at Churchill Square

The Confederacy of Treaty 6 First Nations marks the landmark anniversary with traditional performances, skills workshops, and a historic re-enactment.

7:42
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Pulse

Power outage in southwest Edmonton after car hit equipment

southwest power's out rn after a car took down some electrical equipment. might be a bit before things are back to normal.

7:12
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News Brief

Alberta measles cases remain at zero, but doctor warns outbreak risk looms within a year

With no new cases reported in over two months, vaccination rates in some Alberta areas remain dangerously low, experts say.

7:00
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Tonight

Shinedown with From Ashes to New

Rogers Place

6:42
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Pulse

Car hit LRT tracks in southeast Edmonton

car crashed into the Valley Line in Mill Woods Monday — ended up right on the tracks. no injuries but service got cut between stations for a bit.

6:12
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Neighborhoods

KidSport equipment sale returns to Leduc on August 22

The annual used sports gear roundup happens Saturday at Alexandra Arena, with donations accepted from 10 a.m. and shopping from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

5:42
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News Brief

CPKC Women's Open draws top-ranked golfers to Edmonton this week

World No. 1 Nelly Korda and Canadian Brooke Henderson headline the LPGA tournament at Royal Mayfair Golf Club, which runs Wednesday through Sunday.

3:07
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Pulse

Edmontonians share what keeps them tuned to local radio

People weighing in on their favourite stations: 96.3 the Breeze and K97 for music variety, CKUA and CJSR for local programming, CBC for no ads. Everyone's got a reason to stick...

2:31
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Pulse

Downtown Edmonton Sunday bike ride captures city streets

Someone cycled through downtown Edmonton on a Sunday morning and posted the ride — quiet streets, nice weather, real city life. Worth the watch if you're curious how the core...

1:55
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Pulse

Shaw/Rogers bill creeping up despite contract promise

Long-time Shaw customer says their bill jumped from $143 to $147 over a few months — no notice, no explanation. They signed a 2-year contract specifically to lock the rate in....

12:43
PM
News Brief

Edmonton transit riders report daily drug use, assaults, fires at stations

Access-to-information documents reveal 200+ safety incidents reported in one month, from open drug use to weapons threats.

7:40
AM
Pulse

Weird humming noise near Whyte Ave has residents stumped

Someone living near Whyte and 105 Street has been hearing a loud, persistent humming or buzzing sound all summer — sounds mechanical, like a generator or industrial HVAC unit....

6:40
AM
Pulse

Visitor asks best way to get around downtown from the airport

Someone's flying into Edmonton to meet a friend and wants to visit 4 shops in the downtown core (all within a 7 km radius) before getting picked up from the last one. They've...

5:40
AM
News Brief

16-year-old girl killed in northeast Edmonton shooting Sunday morning

Police are investigating a suspicious death near 139 Avenue and 32 Street. Anyone with information is urged to contact EPS.

12:11
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Pulse

Someone spotted a mystery caterpillar around town

About 10cm long and squishy green, it showed up in Edmonton recently. Friendly but didn't answer to any names. If you know what it is — or what it tastes like — Reddit wants to know.