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St. Albert charities are facing a fundraising disadvantage through the charitable gaming model in Alberta, according to recent data released this month. In December, the Camrose Resort Casino released new data showing St.

New Year's Eve celebrations in St. Albert range from simplicity to elegant sophistication.

Features big gym, bigger science lab, all-day café

No two entries from the Kinsmen's Light Up St. Albert were alike, yet all created an enchanting spectacle worth seeing.

“I think that this year, people seem happy to be not online shopping,” Erin Bogner, store manager at The Seven80 said. “A lot of our customers seem happy to actually be in store. And we had a lot of people that were excited to support local.” 

Free fireworks show starts at 8:30 p.m.

Solar yes, but rooftop? Maybe.

Gladys Wagner has always had an interest in decorating for the holidays, including Valentine’s day and Thanksgiving, but began decorating trees on her street since the COVID-19 lockdown as a way of brightening the spirits of her neighbours and getting out of the house.

"I think it's really dangerous to give this kind of individual a platform because he just uses this to enhance and increase his influence," said Kurt Phillips, board member of the Canadian Anti-Hate Network.

Council has approved a borrowing bylaw for $7.5 million for the renovation and expansion of St. Albert's RCMP detachment.