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See the world, save your cash

See the world, save your cash

When Scott Bohachyk decided to book a vacation to India, he wanted to learn about the country from a local perspective without spending a lot of money. Then one day, a co-worker suggested he check out couchsurfing.
Local family wants military discount

Local family wants military discount

Before her husband was deployed to Afghanistan in 2008, Jaq Mcqueen tried to get a family pass from Servus Credit Union Place for her and her two sons.
Crouse running again for mayor's chair

Crouse running again for mayor's chair

Mayor Nolan Crouse will take another kick at the mayoral bucket. Crouse, a city councillor who ran for mayor in 2007, announced he would seek a second term in this fall's municipal election.
Community groups see a different St. Albert

Community groups see a different St. Albert

When Suzan Krecsy opened her copy of the newspaper on Saturday morning, she couldn't believe what she read in “Your Views.” “It certainly wasn't representative of the people I've met in St.
More seats for Alberta

More seats for Alberta

Alberta could get five more seats in Parliament under a proposed law — one a local MP says could swing close votes in the province's favour. The federal Conservatives tabled Bill C-12, the democratic representation bill, last Thursday in Ottawa.
Eco-reno fund closed to new applicants

Eco-reno fund closed to new applicants

The federal government brought its home energy retrofit program to a sudden end last week, a decision that's brought both cheers and jeers from local renovators.
Letter won't derail process — mayor

Letter won't derail process — mayor

Donations to Habitat For Humanity are pouring in while the writer of a controversial letter is apologizing for offending readers. St.
Alumna makes her mark during Fashion Week

Alumna makes her mark during Fashion Week

One of our beloved spring traditions is cleaning out the closet. But if you’re a clotheshorse, all that empty space means a visit to a high profile fashion event.
Smoke detectors first line of defence against fires

Smoke detectors first line of defence against fires

A rash of deadly fires in Canadian cities has prompted renewed reminders from local officials about the importance of working smoke alarms and fire escape plans.
Court Briefs

Court Briefs

A 57-year-old man pleaded guilty to a host of driving charges this week that began with the observations of a private investigator.
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