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New staffing protocols putting Red Deer firefighters on a 'dangerous path': union
The city has moved to something called dynamic staffing in an attempt to curb overtime costs, according to Stephen Belich, Red Deer's local president for the International Association of Firefighters.
Alberta child and youth advocate says new bill erodes her independence, could endanger children
Child and Youth Advocate Terri Pelton says she has concerns that a new position in her office — a parent and guardian adviser available to help any Alberta family — could weaken her autonomy and potentially endanger children.
Car crash kills 9-year-old girl, sends 4 others to hospital: RCMP
A nine-year-old girl is dead and several other people are in critical condition, after two cars crashed Friday near Killam, Alta., police say.
Owner of oil wells near Cold Lake, Alta., blames 60,000-litre crude oil spill on vandalism
On March 21, four oil and gas sites owned by Check Energy Ltd. of Calgary released 60,000 litres of crude oil. The Alberta Energy Regulator said on its website that no impacts to wildlife were reported.
Edmonton Transit Service shuffling routes to add 50,000 annual hours of service
One of the routes ETS is beefing up is its 747 route from the Century Park Transit Centre to the airport. The transit service is also adding 20 new buses to its fleet.
Edmonton Centre MP Randy Boissonnault announces he won't run in upcoming election
Boissonnault resigned from cabinet in November amid controversy over his business dealings and skepticism about his claims of Indigenous identity.
Alberta education workers reach tentative deals with 3 school districts
The union representing thousands of education support workers across Alberta has reached a tentative deal with the Edmonton Public, Fort McMurray Public and Fort McMurray Catholic school districts.
How does Danielle Smith's tariff strategy measure up to that of other premiers?
Premier Danielle Smith is returning to the U.S., this time to talk tariffs at a fundraising gala in Florida for a conservative group. Though her decision has raised some eyebrows, one expert says it fits with her strategy of diplomacy.
Edmonton committee endorses extension for downtown revitalization program
Edmonton city council's executive committee has voted to recommend the city extend a program aimed at revitalizing downtown, as it struggles to recover post-pandemic.
No charges in stabbing death of 13-year-old at Edmonton LRT station
Edmonton police said Tuesday they will not lay charges in the February death of 13-year-old Eric Omeasoo at the MacEwan LRT station because evidence shows the stabbing was in self-defence.