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Alberta stores and the province are taking aim at plastic bags, and hope to get rid of half of them within five years.

A pet food brand made by a Morinville-based manufacturer earned the distinction of Pet Food of the Year from a U.S.-based research institute. The Orijen brand made by Champion Petfoods earned the nod from the Glycemic Research Institute, a U.S.

A former member of the Canadian Forces who was recently released is now facing charges of drug trafficking and administering a noxious substance.

Getting out into the world for as little as five minutes can boost mood, self-esteem and mental health.

Kingswood residents will see the largest jump in property tax bills this year while apartment and condo owners could see a savings, according to figures released by city hall.

What's St. Albert's contribution to climate change? Imagine setting 3,710 rail cars full of coal on fire each year.

A St. Albert judge rebuffed an attempt this week to get the charges in the Syncrude bird trial thrown out. Judge Ken Tjosvold rejected an application on Thursday to toss the charges levied against oilsands giant Syncrude.

A man managed to escape unharmed from a fire on St. Vital Avenue early Friday morning that did serious damage to the home. A fire started in the house, located between Madonna Drive and Muir Drive, shortly after 5 a.m.

Officers with the St. Albert RCMP detachment raided another apartment this week, finding drugs, cash and electronic scales in a Mission area home.

The St. Albert Community Information & Volunteer Centre has many volunteer opportunities to choose from and can help find the right fit for you.