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After highway death of a beloved bear in B.C., experts look for lessons

After highway death of a beloved bear in B.C., experts look for lessons

Tragedy struck last month when Nakoda's two cubs were struck and killed by a vehicle, followed by their mother, killed in a second collision about 12 hours later.
Most Canadians think Trudeau will stay on to the next election: poll

Most Canadians think Trudeau will stay on to the next election: poll

A majority of Canadians think Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will stay on to lead his party in the next election even as his approval ratings are still extremely low, a new poll suggests.
Confidence in government crashes as Canadians feel left behind, survey reveals

Confidence in government crashes as Canadians feel left behind, survey reveals

Canadian Forces and flags still elicit pride, but economy sees major drop
Crime situation a continuing problem downtown Lethbridge

Crime situation a continuing problem downtown Lethbridge

Editor’s Note: This is the second article in a three-part series. As more officers are hired by the Lethbridge Police Service, some residents still feel as though not enough is being done to solve the problems downtown.
Alberta couple gifted new puppy after losing pet in dog attack

Alberta couple gifted new puppy after losing pet in dog attack

Compassion for dog killed in attack brings out the community's overwhelming support and kindness, including the gift a new puppy
Saskatchewan's minimum wage will match Alberta's this fall

Saskatchewan's minimum wage will match Alberta's this fall

The Government of Saskatchewan announced on July 2 that the provincial minimum wage rate will increase from $14 to $15 per hour effective Oct. 1
Air Quality Advisory issued for Athabasca region and surrounding areas

Air Quality Advisory issued for Athabasca region and surrounding areas

Heat, smoke warnings issued for Barrhead, Athabasca and Westlock July 6.
For the first time in more than 150 years, Alberta’s electricity is coal free

For the first time in more than 150 years, Alberta’s electricity is coal free

Phasing out coal in Alberta was supported by good policy design driven by carbon pricing and regulations with clear targets that offered necessary certainty to the industry and stakeholders
Bail hearing for St. Paul RCMP officer charged with child exploitation moved to July 9

Bail hearing for St. Paul RCMP officer charged with child exploitation moved to July 9

Evan Peacock, 33, a constable at the St. Paul RCMP detachment, Is still being held in jail on child pornography charges.
St. Albertan appointed Alberta chief justice

St. Albertan appointed Alberta chief justice

Former St. Albert town councilor Kent Davidson appointed to highest position on province’s superior court
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