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18th conviction in 12 months for "revolving door" Northern Alberta offender

Terrance Chalifoux in a tough spot says judge, but a lack of programs mean custody is the only option for punishment.

Dec 6, 2024 1:23 PM Read more >

Canada’s unemployment rate jumps to 6.8%, the highest in years

The Canadian dollar also fell below 71 U.S. cents.

Dec 6, 2024 11:55 AM Read more >

Planners showcase $98 million idea for Northern Alberta agri-food business

The first phase, he explained, involves building a campus of six garden farm systems and six mushroom farm systems.

Dec 6, 2024 10:11 AM Read more >

Jasper family reunites with cat missing 100 days in the wilderness

Nicole Klopfenstein wonders what tales her family cat Felix would tell if he could speak.

Dec 6, 2024 7:25 AM Read more >

More than $1-billion spent cleaning up orphan wells in Alberta led to only 5 per cent reduction, report finds

Alberta's oil and gas sector is required to spend a certain amount each year on cleaning up inactive wells and pipelines, but expert Martin Olszynski says it is barely making a dent addressing its full liabilities

Dec 6, 2024 7:20 AM Read more >

Preliminary hearing set for Northern Alberta RCMP officer accused of child exploitation

A St. Paul RCMP officer facing child exploitation charges is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on June 23, 2025.

Dec 6, 2024 7:14 AM Read more >

Central Alberta man jailed for sexual interference of 13 year-old girl

Dean Humphrey, 35 of Olds, was sentenced in Calgary Court of Justice on Dec. 4 for one count while the Crown withdrew abduct person under 14, luring a child and sexual assault charges

Dec 5, 2024 3:45 PM Read more >

Holiday rom-coms are big business – and audiences can’t get enough

With a simple formula and a guaranteed happy ending, streamers and cable channels are pumping out movies offering easy, chill viewing during an otherwise hectic season

Dec 5, 2024 2:15 PM Read more >

Crown seeks adult sentence for Alberta youth charged in savage attack

Crown Prosecutor Eric Mosley told Westlock Court of Justice on Dec. 4 that he is seeking an adult sentence for the youth if convicted.

Dec 5, 2024 1:10 PM Read more >

Calgary airport still rebuilding from summer hailstorm, but ready for holiday rush

The Calgary International Airport is gearing up for a record travel season, but the effects of a devastating summer hailstorm that pummeled the city linger.

Dec 5, 2024 1:05 PM Read more >