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The fish in the St. Lawrence Seaway are likely much happier given the increased amount of antidepressants found in the river’s water, according to the University of Montreal. According to Dr.

Magic and chemistry share a tight bond for Joe Schwarcz. It all started when he saw a magician perform at a birthday party when he was in Grade 6, recalls the celebrity professor.

Icy road conditions and rain claimed the life of a woman in her mid-60s early Wednesday morning on Highway 2 north of Legal.

It's the start of a typical day for Grant Bush: wake up, hit the bathroom and put on the arm. It's a simple cable-operated limb with a hook that can open and close on the end, he explains. "I can pick up an egg, control the sensitivity ...

Local MLA and Deputy Premier Doug Horner said he is considering putting his name forward for the upcoming PC leadership race but said he needs to discuss the matter with family before making a final decision.

Opposition to a series of laws approved by the provincial government in recent years is building as critics argue it will impact Albertans’ property rights.

How many liquid slaves did you use today? That was one of the many big questions raised last week during a free conference on the oilsands at Edmonton's King's University College.

Premier Ed Stelmach announced yesterday he plans to resign as premier, saying he cannot commit to another term in the legislature.

Increased demands from the justice system have reduced the efficiency of police officers and contributed to the need for more resources at the St. Albert RCMP detachment. That was the message behind an informal report to city council Monday.

Former Liberal MLA for St. Albert, Jack Flaherty said Calgary independent MLA Dave Taylor’s decision to join the Alberta Party, announced Monday, will bring significant challenges to the Liberal party, specifically for leader David Swann.