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Record-breaking world traveller hitches a ride in Northern Alberta on way to Yellowknife

Record-breaking world traveller hitches a ride in Northern Alberta on way to Yellowknife

Bonnyville Reeve Barry Kalinski saw a traveller on the side of the road who he thought might need a ride. It turned out to be the world record holder for most land borders crossed and the first person to visit every capital city in the world.  
Rail stoppage cost Old-area ag business thousands of dollars

Rail stoppage cost Old-area ag business thousands of dollars

Barr-Ag Ltd. president Barry Schmitt says the company, which ships millions of dollars of product overseas yearly, hasn't needed to lay off workers
Two St. Albert-area athletes ready to compete at 2024 Paralympic Games

Two St. Albert-area athletes ready to compete at 2024 Paralympic Games

Reid Maxwell and Arinn Young aim for gold at Paris 2024 Paralympic Games
Nearly half of students can't cover basics such as food and housing: TD poll

Nearly half of students can't cover basics such as food and housing: TD poll

In a new survey from TD Bank, nearly half of Canadian students say they are unable to adequately cover basic needs such as food and housing. The online poll found 45 per cent of those surveyed say the cannot cover their basic needs.
Thieves alleged to have shot at homeowner as they tried to steal car in Northern Alberta

Thieves alleged to have shot at homeowner as they tried to steal car in Northern Alberta

Two suspects in custody and police say more arrests are pending amidst alleged car theft shooting.
Alberta exploring new reservoir plan on Red Deer River

Alberta exploring new reservoir plan on Red Deer River

“Expanding water storage capacity in the region could potentially help reduce the risk of future droughts or water shortages and support a strong economy for years to come,” reads part of the statement.
Southern Alberta RCMP recover 150 tires in fraud case

Southern Alberta RCMP recover 150 tires in fraud case

A suspect faces numerous charges, including identity theft, after police in Alberta arrest Montreal man in fraud case
RCMP looking for missing mother and daughter from Nanton

RCMP looking for missing mother and daughter from Nanton

Police asking the public for help to locate a mother and daughter that was last seen in Nanton on Aug. 22.
Canada's two major railways resume service as railroaders return to work

Canada's two major railways resume service as railroaders return to work

Trains began to trundle along the tracks of Canada's two major railways on Monday after the federal labour board ended a four-day work stoppage that snarled supply chains and upended commutes.
BBB: School's in, but here's three scams returning students should watch for

BBB: School's in, but here's three scams returning students should watch for

Watch out for imposters and don't shop on price along, the Better Business Bureau suggests for students returning to school next month.
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