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HighOnCity · The Edmonton Archive

Monday · Aug 31, 2026

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11:54
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Pulse

someone painted Weird Al with Alberta's weirdest landmarks trying to get his attention for a food bank fundraiser

Edmonton artists painted Weird Al surrounded by Alberta's weirdest landmarks and are trying to get him to see it and sign it to raise money for the local food bank.

11:03
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News Brief

Edmonton plans monthly residential snow removal and more equipment to tackle winter streets

Edmonton proposes monthly residential snow removal and additional equipment; rules out calcium chloride despite its effectiveness.

10:37
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Pulse

funicular's got 21 smashed glass panels and repairs are gonna cost $70K

The funicular in the river valley took a beating — 21 glass panels smashed and repairs are expected to top $70K next year.

9:45
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News Brief

770 people died of overdoses in Edmonton last year, advocates push for treatment access

770 overdose deaths in Edmonton in 2025 mark worst year on record; advocates warn stigma keeps users from seeking help.

8:21
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Pulse

US Treasury Secretary mocks Canada's military in trade war jab

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent took a shot at Canada's military while defending the US trade war, joking about the West Edmonton Mall's submarines. The comment underscores...

7:59
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Pulse

Edmonton rapper discovers 129 of his songs in AI training datasets

An Edmonton rapper found 129 of his own songs included in datasets used to train AI models—without his permission or knowledge. The discovery raises questions about whose music...

7:36
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News Brief

Food Banks Alberta reports critical shortage amid 33% jump in August demand

The warehouse has distributed 60% of its 2025 annual total in just eight months as demand outpaces donations.

7:14
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Pulse

Mini Tim Hortons and 7-Eleven inside Edmonton Mall officially closed

The mini Tim Hortons and 7-Eleven kiosk inside West Edmonton Mall have officially shut down. Gone are the quick coffee and snack grab-and-go spots that lived inside Canada's...

6:51
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News Brief

AUPE members in senior care push toward strike action as bargaining stalls

157 AUPE member groups are bargaining with continuing-care operators; one group with AgeCare could vote on strike in November.

6:29
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Pulse

Connor McDavid trusted more than separatist leaders on Alberta's future

Albertans trust Connor McDavid more than separatist leaders when it comes to Alberta separation, according to a new poll. The Oilers captain's judgment apparently weighs...

6:06
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Eat & Drink

Dumpling Fest brings world cuisines to Edmonton restaurants Sept. 23

Multiple Edmonton restaurants serve global dumpling varieties on a single evening, with early-bird tickets available until Sept. 13.

5:44
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News Brief

Martin Dubitski sentenced to 9½ years for 2022 Edmonton killing

The 42-year-old pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the fatal shooting during a botched carjacking.

3:07
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Pulse

Dolly Parton corn maze open east of Edmonton

eight-acre corn maze east of Edmonton paying tribute to Dolly Parton is up now. get lost for a cause.

2:31
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News Brief

Brain injuries, not addiction alone, may be root of Edmonton homelessness crisis: researcher

Dr. Monty Ghosh argues half of chronically unhoused people have suffered traumatic brain injury and need intensive, medically-supported housing.

1:55
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Pulse

Poetry and corn dogs at the Buckingham tonight

poetry + all-you-can-eat corn dogs tonight at the Buckingham, 5–7pm. bring your work, hear some readings, add critiques if you want. open mic vibes.

12:43
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News Brief

Vehicle break-ins spike in Edmonton's downtown and west end — 287 reported in 30 days

Police say many thefts are crimes of opportunity. West Branch had 126 break-ins; Downtown had 161.

8:05
AM
News Brief

Edmonton man suing city for seizing belongings during 2024 encampment cleanup

Dwayne Cardinal argues city workers unlawfully took his tent, sleeping bag and other possessions while he was detained by police; the city says the items posed health risks.

7:29
AM
Pulse

Road rage crash reported east of Edmonton

rcmp responding to a road rage incident that ended in a crash east of the city — details still coming in.

6:53
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News Brief

Josh Samanski climbs from OHL flop to top Oilers prospect after German league breakthrough

The 24-year-old centre, who scored just four goals in his only year of Major Junior hockey, has worked his way into the top 3 Oilers prospects after sustained improvement in...

6:17
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Edmonton non-profit accused of unionbusting

edmonton non-profit facing accusations of unionbusting activity — thread's heating up on r/edmonton.

5:41
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News Brief

Alberta court interpreter system lacks standards, thousands of cases at risk

Disclosure documents show courts and government knew about unqualified interpreters but took no action; one Edmonton man's conviction has already been overturned.