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Resident launches pro-affordable housing campaign

Resident launches pro-affordable housing campaign

A St. Albert resident has launched a campaign in support of an affordable housing project proposed for Akinsdale in an attempt to counter the negativity surrounding the project.
MLA and non-profits concerned about budget

MLA and non-profits concerned about budget

Tuesday's provincial budget was a bit of a surprise for St. Albert MLA Ken Allred. Although the Tory caucus was recently briefed on the budget, the backbencher was caught off-guard by the level of spending.
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.
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