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In every generation, there are but a handful of people who truly make a difference to the betterment of humanity.

'Tis the season to enjoy the company of family, friends and co-workers, and often that enjoyment includes a drink or two. Nothing wrong with that. However, there is plenty wrong if it gets taken too far and becomes impaired driving.

There are perhaps no two words in the English language that exemplify contradiction more than the words “government” and “efficiency.

The Alberta PC leadership convention held in Red Deer over the weekend reaffirmed several things, some of them to Premier Alison Redford’s liking, and some not.

That massive tidal wave of humanity known as the baby boomers have yet another problem facing them, and it’s not their health – it’s their retirement.

Those who work as advocates for women and children in this region must have been alarmed this fall when government funding for the Edmonton WIN House III women’s shelter was cut.

Local politicians often have trouble looking past the borders of their own municipalities, and with good reason. They are elected by local voters to handle local issues.

Another close call on St. Albert streets, and the RCMP are looking for the driver involved. Last Thursday a 36-year-old female pedestrian was crossing St. Albert Trail in a crosswalk at St. Anne Street, the downtown access.

While meeting with the St. Albert Gazette editorial board Thursday, St. Albert Mayor Nolan Crouse said he almost got beat in the recent municipal election because he doesn’t play it safe. Good news, because St.

The ballots are barely counted and already a key City of Edmonton politician is making waves about the capital region, revenue sharing and annexation.