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Premier Kenney says RCMP taking action against 'unlawful blockade' at Coutts

Premier Kenney says RCMP taking action against 'unlawful blockade' at Coutts

“As per the Critical Infrastructure Defence Act of Alberta, anyone who actively blocks a highway, or aids, councils, or directs a highway to be blocked, may be subject to arrest and charged under the act,” said Kenney.
A look at the mechanism that could allow the Conservatives to oust Erin O'Toole

A look at the mechanism that could allow the Conservatives to oust Erin O'Toole

OTTAWA — A group of Conservative MPs has submitted a letter to the caucus chair demanding a review of Erin O'Toole's leadership.
RCMP taking 'further action' on trucker blockade at U.S. border in southern Alberta

RCMP taking 'further action' on trucker blockade at U.S. border in southern Alberta

COUTTS, Alta. — RCMP say "further action" is being taken on a convoy of trucks and other vehicles that has been blocking a major United States border crossing. Many officers and provincial sheriffs are at the blockade at Coutts, Alta.
New York Times buys viral word game Wordle

New York Times buys viral word game Wordle

NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Times said on Monday that it has bought Wordle, the free online word game that has exploded in popularity and, for some, become a daily obsession.
Horse in Northern Alberta poisoned by contaminated feed

Horse in Northern Alberta poisoned by contaminated feed

Westlock vet warns to watch out for horsetail in bales
Southern Alberta trucker stranded in U.S. by Coutts blockade

Southern Alberta trucker stranded in U.S. by Coutts blockade

Highway 4 blockade at Coutts crossing leaves hauler far from home
Emaciated dog a reminder to check on your neighbours says Southern Alberta Rescue group

Emaciated dog a reminder to check on your neighbours says Southern Alberta Rescue group

A Foothills animal rescue is clinging to hope as a dog clings to life.
RCMP say border blockade in southern Alberta no longer lawful, preparing for arrests

RCMP say border blockade in southern Alberta no longer lawful, preparing for arrests

COUTTS, Alta. — Obscured by a veil of blowing snow, about 100 commercial trucks, vehicles and camper vans continued to block a busy U.S. border crossing Monday in protest of COVID-19 health measures.
Majority of Canadians say it's time to end COVID-19 restrictions: survey

Majority of Canadians say it's time to end COVID-19 restrictions: survey

A majority of Canadians say it's time to end all COVID-19 restrictions and let Canadians manage their own level of risk, according to a new survey released by the Angus Reid Institute on Monday.
Murder trial begins, manslaughter plea rejected in Calgary police officer's death

Murder trial begins, manslaughter plea rejected in Calgary police officer's death

CALGARY — A man accused in the hit-and-run death of a police officer pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder Monday, but the Crown rejected his offer to admit to manslaughter instead.
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