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Former senator, MP and journalist Pat Carney is dead at the age of 88

Former senator, MP and journalist Pat Carney is dead at the age of 88

Pat Carney was the first female Conservative member of Parliament elected in British Columbia and the first female Conservative appointed from the province to the Senate. 
Brandon Wheat Kings signs Carstairs player

Brandon Wheat Kings signs Carstairs player

Fifteen-year-old Central Alberta hockey player is moving on to the WHL and credits his adoptive family for supporting his dreams. “I couldn’t have made it this far without my family, my parents. They put the work and time in to get me places."
The new prairie berry, smoothie recipe included

The new prairie berry, smoothie recipe included

Quickly becoming North America's newest super fruit, haskaps are available around the province. See what one central Alberta farmer is doing with his haskap orchard.
Brides-to-be left in the lurch after wedding boutique closure

Brides-to-be left in the lurch after wedding boutique closure

Brides are currently in a state of panic due to a Facebook post that announced the sudden closure of an Alberta bridal store earlier this month.
Traffic congestion temporarily shuts down Lake Minnewanka Loop

Traffic congestion temporarily shuts down Lake Minnewanka Loop

“We had more than 30,000 vehicles counted at the entrances on Saturday, and anything over 24,000 means we are guaranteed to have traffic delays in town,” said Jason Darrah, the director of marketing and communications for the Town of Banff.
Town councillor walks from Edmonton to Fort Assiniboine

Town councillor walks from Edmonton to Fort Assiniboine

Helping Fort Assiniboine celebrate its bicentennial.
Woodlands County to waive penalties on unpaid tax bills for residents hit by flooding

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

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.”
RCMP ask for help in finding missing teen

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
Three electric vehicle charging stations installed in Westlock

Three electric vehicle charging stations installed in Westlock

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