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Looking for a few good young people

Looking for a few good young people

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.
Heron stalls bong shop bylaw

Heron stalls bong shop bylaw

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.
Adopt A Pet

Adopt A Pet

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.
City prepares for increased cellphone tower demand

City prepares for increased cellphone tower demand

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

Doctor Diabetes

Got Type-1 diabetes? Then you might want to thank Jeffrey Johnson — he saved you a bundle last month. Alberta Health and Wellness agreed to plunk down $13.
Confirmed case of measles puts citizens on high alert

Confirmed case of measles puts citizens on high alert

Public health officials are warning residents in the greater Edmonton area to be on the lookout after a single case of measles was confirmed last week in south Edmonton.
Program stands on guard for the small

Program stands on guard for the small

The organization is called Little Warriors but there's nothing small about its role in trying to prevent child sexual abuse and educating adults on how to deal with it.
City won't budge on water levy

City won't budge on water levy

City council isn’t willing yet to give developers a free ride when it comes to the development of new infrastructure for water distribution. During Monday night’s council meeting, Coun.
On the wild side

On the wild side

You might think a four-month self-driven car trip through nine different African countries would take a lot of planning and research, but for local couple Jason Millar and Francine Lavers, letting the road dictate the direction proved to be a success
Habitat gets $250,000 boost from city

Habitat gets $250,000 boost from city

The president and CEO of Habitat for Humanity says the city's decision to give his organization another $257,000 will make it easier for the organization to leverage that money for more donations.
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