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U.S. Tariffs on grocery goods leads to uncertainty for shoppers

U.S. Tariffs on grocery goods leads to uncertainty for shoppers

The tariffs, initially set for Feb. 4, have been subject to multiple delays and revisions, creating uncertainty for consumers in small towns where food costs are already higher than in urban centres. The fluctuating tariff policies have made it challenging for local grocers to predict pricing trends, and residents are feeling the impact at the checkout.
The plague still on our houses

The plague still on our houses

New series looks at how pandemic changed St. Albert
Tariff uncertainty causing national real estate slowdown

Tariff uncertainty causing national real estate slowdown

Athabasca County market still healthy, but nationwide trends indicate impacts not far away
ASIRT investigates death of man while in police custody in St. Paul

ASIRT investigates death of man while in police custody in St. Paul

An investigation is underway after a man died while in police custody in St. Paul in March.
Ousted MLA questions health minister from legislature floor over Lesser Slave Lake spending

Ousted MLA questions health minister from legislature floor over Lesser Slave Lake spending

“Health care in Lesser Slave Lake has hit rock bottom”
Tariff spat spreads to steel, sports

Tariff spat spreads to steel, sports

Golf clubs, jewelry, construction prices to rise in Alberta
Federal election begins, Canadians to go to polls on April 28

Federal election begins, Canadians to go to polls on April 28

OTTAWA — Canada's 45th general election got underway Sunday, with the leaders vying to become Canada's next prime minister each positioning themselves as best to strengthen Canada's economy and stand up to U.S. President Donald Trump.
Young Millarville horseman cracks top 5 in U.S. competition

Young Millarville horseman cracks top 5 in U.S. competition

A young cowboy from the Millarville area cracked the Top 5 in the World's Greatest Youth Horseman competition
List tracks winter bird population trends in Okotoks, Calgary area

List tracks winter bird population trends in Okotoks, Calgary area

Over 100 bird species were identified in Calgary and surrounding area this winter.
Barrhead Centennial Museum receives a refresh

Barrhead Centennial Museum receives a refresh

Barrhead and District Historical Society revamping and adding to the museum's displays in time for Canada Day opening
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