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Luge prize not a stunt

Luge prize not a stunt

Promising a $1 million payday for any Canadian luger who snags a gold medal may be garnering international publicity but it’s not a silly publicity stunt, said Darren Weeks, the owner of St. Albert-based Fast Track Group.
Education budget contains hidden cut

Education budget contains hidden cut

Tuesday's provincial budget may have spared the Education department the type of cuts seen elsewhere but school boards are still in a tight spot over teacher salaries, say local trustees.
Capital explores LRT route to St. Albert

Capital explores LRT route to St. Albert

The vision of what an LRT route to St. Albert may look like is starting to take shape. The City of Edmonton announced earlier this week eight possible routes for an estimated $1.5-billion northwest LRT line that will eventually arrive on St.
Province delivers 100 new cops

Province delivers 100 new cops

The province fulfilled a three-year plan to fill out the ranks of Alberta’s police forces with another 100 officers allocated this week.
City open for business, says mayor

City open for business, says mayor

Anybody who says St. Albert doesn’t have land available to do business is wrong, according to the city’s mayor.
St. Albert Trail upgrades to slow traffic

St. Albert Trail upgrades to slow traffic

Commuters should stay clear of St. Albert Trail starting next month, say planners — roadwork is about to turn it into one long construction zone. City of Edmonton staff presented plans to renovate St.
MP tough on crime at town hall

MP tough on crime at town hall

Residents brought an array of questions and concerns to a town hall on crime and justice issues that explored everything from court delays to issues over mental health and homelessness and even a call to legalize drugs.
St. Albert open for business

St. Albert open for business

Anybody who says St. Albert doesn't have land available to do business is wrong, according to the city's mayor.
Soar with the Eagles

Soar with the Eagles

Imagine. You and a friend in Hollywood. Stargazing. Shopping on Rodeo Drive. All capped off with a show of legendary proportions. The Eagles. Live in concert at the famous Hollywood Bowl.
Health care spending increases sharply

Health care spending increases sharply

The province will run a $4.7-billion deficit in the next fiscal year. Some departments will have funding cut while others will see increases. Overall, the government will spend $1.
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