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Paper towel in short supply as people stay home, clean more, industry leader says

Paper towel in short supply as people stay home, clean more, industry leader says

The head of Canada’s largest manufacturer of tissue products says he’s concerned about the industry’s supply of paper towel ahead of a potential second wave of COVID-19.
New CPR board created in Edmonton to help with COVID-19 resuscitation

New CPR board created in Edmonton to help with COVID-19 resuscitation

EDMONTON — A new piece of medical equipment created at the University of Alberta may give doctors a quicker and safer way to resuscitate patients who go into cardiac arrest due to COVID-19.
The 'Pandemmys' were weird and sometimes wonderful

The 'Pandemmys' were weird and sometimes wonderful

It was Regina King, winning her fourth career Emmy on Sunday, who perhaps summed up the proceedings the most succinctly — and accurately: “This is freaking weird.
Gord Downie's final solo album 'Away is Mine' set for October release

Gord Downie's final solo album 'Away is Mine' set for October release

TORONTO — Nearly three years after Gord Downie's untimely death, a new double album of solo material will be released next month.
Journey North Cider Co. wants people to join the adventure

Journey North Cider Co. wants people to join the adventure

"We want people to join in the adventure.”
Air Canada to offer 'unlimited travel' for one flat monthly rate

Air Canada to offer 'unlimited travel' for one flat monthly rate

The Air Canada Infinite Canada Flight Pass is available for purchase in Canada from Sept. 16 to 23.
'Schitt's Creek' sweeps comedy categories at Emmy Awards

'Schitt's Creek' sweeps comedy categories at Emmy Awards

LOS ANGELES — “Schitt's Creek,” the little Canadian show about a fish-out-of-water family, made history at Sunday's Emmy Awards with a comedy awards sweep, something even TV greats including “Frasier” and “Modern Family” failed to achieve.
Airdrie resident charged following BB gun shooting spree

Airdrie resident charged following BB gun shooting spree

The Airdrie RCMP arrested and charged an Airdrie resident after a weekend BB gun shooting spree.
AP sources: Woman accused of sending ricin letter arrested

AP sources: Woman accused of sending ricin letter arrested

WASHINGTON — Three law enforcement officials say a woman suspected of sending an envelope containing the poison ricin, which was addressed to White House, has been arrested at the New York-Canada border.
BREAKING: Officer-involved shooting leaves one dead in Calling Lake

BREAKING: Officer-involved shooting leaves one dead in Calling Lake

Calling Lake man told 911 he wanted a shootout with police
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