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RCMP Major Crimes investigating woman's death on Big Island Cree Nation

RCMP Major Crimes investigating woman's death on Big Island Cree Nation

A woman was found deceased on Big Island Cree Nation Thursday and residents were asked to stay indoors as police searched for a suspect.
Jasper lifting state of local emergency, receives 13 EOIs for interim housing

Jasper lifting state of local emergency, receives 13 EOIs for interim housing

"Ending the state of local emergency signals a transition from acute emergency response into stabilization and longer-term recovery efforts."
Yearlong criminal trial of 'Freedom Convoy' organizers comes to an end

Yearlong criminal trial of 'Freedom Convoy' organizers comes to an end

After 45 days of evidence and legal arguments the criminal trial of "Freedom Convoy" organizers Tamara Lich and Chris Barber is finally at an end.
Jasper's need for mental health supports expected to increase with time

Jasper's need for mental health supports expected to increase with time

"What we look forward to is post-traumatic growth where even after this most terrible situation, people will come out even stronger, and Jasper will just continue to grow and strengthen."
Fort McMurray wildfire evacuee receives $3,000 fine for no car insurance while evacuated

Fort McMurray wildfire evacuee receives $3,000 fine for no car insurance while evacuated

Accused from Fort McMurray stated she was looking for a new insurance provider when evacuated by wildfires.
Alberta town adopts new resident code of conduct to address staff safety

Alberta town adopts new resident code of conduct to address staff safety

Ben Gronberg, a town councillor in Devon, Alberta, say he thinks there's a growing trend across the country for public servants to be yelled at, bullied or harassed by members of the public.
An Alberta university is undertaking new aurora research project with Japanese partners

An Alberta university is undertaking new aurora research project with Japanese partners

Researchers from AU, Nagoya University, and University of Toyko hope to discover more about proton auroras
Climbers spend several nights caught in storm on Howse Peak in Banff National Park

Climbers spend several nights caught in storm on Howse Peak in Banff National Park

“It was a big electrical storm. Their hair was standing up, everything was buzzing. One guy described his moustache as buzzing."
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith praises jury system after Coutts protest verdict

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith praises jury system after Coutts protest verdict

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says the jury has spoken and needs to be respected in the case of two men found guilty for their actions at the 2022 Coutts border blockade.
Calgary water main repairs to be completed a week early, restrictions lift Sept. 22

Calgary water main repairs to be completed a week early, restrictions lift Sept. 22

Water restrictions expected to lift on Sept. 22, ahead of schedule, according to Calgary city officials.
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