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Mighty Morinville strikes out of Kraft contest

Mighty Morinville strikes out of Kraft contest

There is no joy in Morinville as the town's run at winning a $100,000 prize has struck out.
The roots of April Fools Day

The roots of April Fools Day

Chances are, you may have been taken in by an April Fool's prank this morning. It's something virtually everyone is familiar with in modern Canadian culture, but may never have given much thought to how or where it began.
Would you pay for better snow removal?

Would you pay for better snow removal?

St. Albert could have curb-to-curb snow clearing – but it would add a couple of million dollars to the already expensive snow removal budget.
Voigt making big waves in Thailand

Voigt making big waves in Thailand

Carlie Voigt must be having the time of her life. She just turned 18 and she's in the middle of spending a full year in Thailand. But Voigt isn't there on the party vacation of a lifetime.
Do more with less, schools told

Do more with less, schools told

St. Albert Public schools could face a 2.5 per cent cut to its spending this year due to the provincial budget and projected growth trends, says the board's superintendent.
Increased costs for (almost) all Albertans

Increased costs for (almost) all Albertans

Get ready to dig deeper, Alberta’s government wants a lot more of your money to help cover its plunge in oil revenue.
Into cold waters

Into cold waters

“I’m here to rescue you,“ I say as I waddle across the frozen lake in my big, yellow nylon suit. Firefighter Pete McDougal shoots me a smile.
Progress being made on Groat Road

Progress being made on Groat Road

The end is in sight for St. Albertans commuting to and from Edmonton who have been delayed by the closure of Groat Road.
Budget leaves businesses alone

Budget leaves businesses alone

As part of its spring budget, the government decided not to raise corporate taxes.
Bus ads promote atheist group

Bus ads promote atheist group

The Society of Edmonton Atheists is hoping to gain new members with its current ad campaign, now running on the sides of Edmonton Transit buses. “Godless? Good!” is the message that will be found on 10 buses for the next four weeks.
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