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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.

County councillors took the first step toward adding another $1 million in debt yesterday by passing first readings of two borrowing bylaws.

For the last 18 months, students and staff at Namao School have held classes in some interesting places — including the library and on stage in the gym — while the building underwent extensive renovations to its interior.

It’s less than a month until the start of the Alberta 55 Plus Winter Games and local organizers are not just counting down the days. They’re also counting the number of volunteers signed up to run a smooth operation.

A new city policy aims to protect residents from being surprised by telecommunications towers popping up in their neighbourhoods.

. Morinville's new pet bylaw could mean big changes for the town's four-legged inhabitants and higher fines for their owners.