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The federal and Alberta governments announced a $10 million boost Monday for an agency designed to make the province’s business more productive.

A Calgary man was handed a nine-month conditional sentence Monday for possession of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking.

A group of local high-school students hopes to flood the town with water awareness as part of Canada Water Week.

A new development aimed at attracting more medical professionals to the city is already underway, with more than 50 per cent of units reserved. Michael Pavone, owner of Pavone Developments, said details are still being ironed out for the St.

What a difference a week makes. Last Wednesday, the Gazette reported that an Edmonton charity’s recent fundraising event turned sour when a St. Albert company promised to donate a new iPad but then reneged on the deal.

Edmonton’s Ebraheem Mustapha was sentenced to probation for his role in an alcohol-fuelled bar fight that left two men suffering stab wounds and several others nursing bruises. Mustapha, 20, pleaded guilty in St.

Barry Bradley says that it’s tough to find a good, solid dozen. He wasn’t talking about buying eggs at the market; he’s looking for board members.

A raft of amendments to two city bylaws designed to crack down on stores that sell paraphernalia associated with illegal drug consumption were held up by one city councillor who wants to see more consultation. Coun.

Dexter is a 14-week-old Lab cross who was born in a Northern Alberta Society for Animal Protection foster home. On top of being very handsome, he is a smart, loveable and kind puppy. He will be a faithful companion for some lucky family.

Council has amended its policy relating to the placement of cellphone towers, given an anticipated increase in the number of applications.