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Local economist wants 'hard cap' on health spending

Local economist wants 'hard cap' on health spending

Given the province’s dire economic outlook, a local health economist expected the government to set a hard cap on health spending, rather than announce a series of commitments to collaborate with physicians.
St. Albert summer a bit wetter than normal

St. Albert summer a bit wetter than normal

This summer the St. Albert region was slightly soggier than usual with more rainy days and greater than usual precipitation. Aug.
GSACRD gets "D" for LGBTQ protections

GSACRD gets "D" for LGBTQ protections

St. Albert's Catholic school board fails to make the grade when it comes to protecting sexual and gender identities, says a noted sexual minorities scholar.
Canada Post and union reach tentative deal

Canada Post and union reach tentative deal

Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers reached a tentative agreement Tuesday.
Environment File

Environment File

Alberta has to step up its game to defend against aquatic invaders, says the Alberta Water Council.
Hughes Car Wash robber pleads guilty

Hughes Car Wash robber pleads guilty

A St. Albert man has pleaded guilty to robbing a local car wash at knifepoint.
Edmonton man charged with attempted murder will return to court in spring

Edmonton man charged with attempted murder will return to court in spring

An Edmonton man who allegedly attempted to murder a Deer Ridge resident will have to wait until spring to find out if he will stand trial.
Across the ocean in 54 days

Across the ocean in 54 days

It wasn’t just because it was there. It was also because there are far greater challenges that so many others must face. Perhaps Laval St.
New townhome development coming to Oakmont

New townhome development coming to Oakmont

A new townhome development is underway in Oakmont. Oakmont Townhomes will be located at 600 Bellerose Dr. The 103-unit development was launched June 11 and will feature a mix of two- to three-bedroom townhomes in a “park-like setting.
Rifle charges dropped against bush party suspect

Rifle charges dropped against bush party suspect

A number of charges were dropped against Nassir Gibert, a suspect in a bush party disturbance earlier this month. The 19-year-old St. Albert resident is charged with 17 offences including assault, uttering threats and brandishing weapons.
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