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Woodlands County to waive penalties on unpaid tax bills for residents hit by flooding

Council also approves free landfill access until Sept. 5 for flood-affected residents and will revisit disaster grants policy

Jul 26, 2023 4:00 PM Read more >

Sinéad O’Connor, gifted and provocative Irish singer-songwriter, dies at 56

“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Sinéad. Her family and friends are devastated and have requested privacy at this very difficult time.”

Jul 26, 2023 3:35 PM Read more >

RCMP ask for help in finding missing teen

RCMP say 17-year-old Sihera Quinney was last seen on May 9, near the St. Albert Inn and Suites on St. Albert Trail, according to a July 25 release

Jul 26, 2023 3:30 PM Read more >

Three electric vehicle charging stations installed in Westlock

Two Level 2 and one Level 3 stations expected to be in operation by mid-August

Jul 26, 2023 12:30 PM Read more >

Trudeau names new cabinet, shifting focus to economy, housing ahead of next election

The Liberal government is selling the reset as a renewal that centres on the middle-class, growing the economy and creating jobs.

Jul 26, 2023 11:18 AM Read more >

No jail time for Calgary police officer who slammed handcuffed woman to floor

CALGARY — A Calgary police officer who slammed a handcuffed woman to the ground face first will not be serving jail time.

Jul 26, 2023 10:53 AM Read more >

PHOTOS: Full house for 2023 Barrhead Demolition Derby

Behold the carnage from the sold-out demolition derby last weekend in Barrhead, Alberta.

Jul 26, 2023 9:45 AM Read more >

Elks, Lions to be first pro football game broadcast in Punjabi

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Elks home game against the B.C. Lions on Saturday will be the first professional football game broadcast in Punjabi.

Jul 26, 2023 8:46 AM Read more >

Family hoping for 'safe return' of grandfather involved in Amber Alert

Robert Bolton's stepson wants his dad safely returned home so he can be properly cared for.

Jul 26, 2023 7:45 AM Read more >

Suspect remains at large, but shelter in place lifted

Lac La Biche RCMP are looking for an armed and dangerous man.

Jul 26, 2023 6:40 AM Read more >