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'You learn to be diplomatic, self-reliant'

'You learn to be diplomatic, self-reliant'

In the High Arctic, policing is a lonely job. It’s also a place where you can learn the most about working with communities, says Insp. Ken Foster who recently took the reins of the St. Albert RCMP detachment.
St. Albert buses on schedule

St. Albert buses on schedule

It’s been a little more than a week since the opening of the new LRT line and although Edmonton is still working out some minor glitches – and the details of its city manager’s severance package – St.
The benefits of giving up

The benefits of giving up

My sister is giving up. Again. This is the third time she’s given up and I’m all for it. Now before you get the idea that my sister doesn’t have any stick-to-it-ness, let me clarify: She’s given up an unhealthy habit.
Health care tops provincial budget meeting

Health care tops provincial budget meeting

When Edna Hutchings’ mom hurt her shoulder five weeks ago, she was provided with home care for the length of her recovery.
Robo-scholars

Robo-scholars

Two Paul Kane students hope a new course will help them hunt people down with a Lego tank. Nathan Tinga and Ben Kong are two of the 24 students enrolled in the new Robotics Design and Programming course at Paul Kane.
Council debates non-residential tax increase

Council debates non-residential tax increase

Despite wanting to decrease the tax burden on St. Albert residents, council is reluctant to increase tax rates for businesses in fear of driving them away.
The big green machine

The big green machine

A few years ago, Chris Olson had a big, green idea. The former St. Albert resident was working for Edmonton's Construction Waste Disposal and noticed that the company was spending up to 40 per cent of its money on landfill fees.
Provincial program lands jobs for disabled youths

Provincial program lands jobs for disabled youths

A St. Albert student has a new job thanks to a pilot project meant to help disadvantaged groups find work in restaurants. Alek Demetrioff works at the downtown KFC/Taco Bell in St. Albert and attends the St. Albert Public Outreach High School.
City council approves controversial neighbourhood design

City council approves controversial neighbourhood design

Nobody likes a train chugging too close to home. All of council agreed on that point Tuesday.
School Notes

School Notes

One of St. Albert’s newest schools has been named after one of its most dedicated educators. The St.
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