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Alberta pauses AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine for those under 55

Alberta pauses AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine for those under 55

Hinshaw said those who have already received the vaccine under the age of 55 are not at a high risk for blood clots, but as with any medication, should monitor their health and seek medical attention if they need to.
Canada's border communities find togetherness in facing pandemic challenges

Canada's border communities find togetherness in facing pandemic challenges

The land crossing at Coutts, Alta., and Sweet Grass, Mont., is one of the busiest between Canada and the United States. The lives of many people in the area straddle the two countries.
Dedicated rural transit money to help fund 'innovative' services, McKenna says

Dedicated rural transit money to help fund 'innovative' services, McKenna says

McKenna said there are some creative transit solutions that have caught the government's attention, from app-based on-demand services to ride-sharing arrangements.
UPDATE: BREAKING: Twenty COVID cases reported at Edwin Parr Composite

UPDATE: BREAKING: Twenty COVID cases reported at Edwin Parr Composite

More than 400 close contacts identified at all three Athabasca schools
Get garden-ready: Time to hit the yard

Get garden-ready: Time to hit the yard

Gardening expert Jim Hole offers insights on pruning and early spring planting.
AG warns infrastructure plan could miss target over lack of data, slow spending

AG warns infrastructure plan could miss target over lack of data, slow spending

Speaking to reporters, Hogan said the lack of clear and complete reporting on the infrastructure plan makes it difficult for parliamentarians and Canadians to know how well it is faring.
Fallout of COVID-19: In it for the long haul

Fallout of COVID-19: In it for the long haul

COVID-19 long haulers seek community and government support around the virus' lingering effects.
Partial deal reached between feds and provinces on AgriStability

Partial deal reached between feds and provinces on AgriStability

“It’s something that we as Alberta and other provinces are going to want to make sure that they get the best deal possible for their farmers."
Housing markets heat up around the province

Housing markets heat up around the province

After the standstill caused by the pandemic in 2020, real estate markets across the province are surging. Low interest rates, a COVID-19 vaccine and desire for change are some of the reasons why, say experts.
Kenney says Alberta didn't prep carbon tax fallback plan, was hoping to win in court

Kenney says Alberta didn't prep carbon tax fallback plan, was hoping to win in court

Kenney said Alberta is looking at many options, including the New Brunswick model or perhaps Quebec’s cap-and-trade system.
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