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Thousands remain out of homes as wildfire officials urge caution for long weekend

Thousands remain out of homes as wildfire officials urge caution for long weekend

Officials urged caution ahead of the long weekend as thousands of residents in Western Canada and the Northwest Territories remained out of their homes due to wildfires.
Seniors' association project takes aim at ageism

Seniors' association project takes aim at ageism

Does your age define you? If you say yes, a project team in St. Albert wants to change your mind.
Danielle Smith, Rachel Notley set for Alberta leaders debate tonight

Danielle Smith, Rachel Notley set for Alberta leaders debate tonight

United Conservative Leader Danielle Smith and NDP Leader Rachel Notley are scheduled to debate tonight as the May 29 Alberta election draws closer. The debate begins at 6 p.m.
'Huge relief' as Drayton Valley residents return home after wildfire evacuation

'Huge relief' as Drayton Valley residents return home after wildfire evacuation

The mayor of a west-central Alberta town said it was emotional to return home nearly two weeks after an out-of-control wildfire forced residents to flee, but thousands elsewhere remain on edge as scores of fires continue to rage across much of the West. 
'Cup or bust:' Oilers look to next season after earlier than expected playoff exit

'Cup or bust:' Oilers look to next season after earlier than expected playoff exit

EDMONTON — After taking a step back in this year's Stanley Cup playoffs, Edmonton superstars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl say it's "Cup or bust" for the Oilers going forward.
Promise tracker: What Alberta's UCP and NDP pledge to do if they win the election

Promise tracker: What Alberta's UCP and NDP pledge to do if they win the election

EDMONTON — Albertans are scheduled to go to the polls May 29.
Forest fire smoke blankets Edmonton

Forest fire smoke blankets Edmonton

The smoke caused the air quality health index (AQHI) in Edmonton to reach 10+ (very high risk) Wednesday, up from about 7 (high risk) the day before
UCP, NDP candidates set to make announcements in Alberta election campaign

UCP, NDP candidates set to make announcements in Alberta election campaign

The third week of the Alberta election campaign continues with the United Conservatives and New Democrats planning more announcements.
Doll clubs a place to share treasured childhood memories

Doll clubs a place to share treasured childhood memories

Doll clubs offer history, camaraderie and workshops, but mostly a shared love of all things doll.
Alberta UCP says NDP economic plan will kill jobs and cause people to flee

Alberta UCP says NDP economic plan will kill jobs and cause people to flee

CALGARY — The United Conservative Party says the NDP's economic plan will kill jobs and cause people to flee Alberta.