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Who will become Alberta's next premier? A look at Danielle Smith and Rachel Notley

Who will become Alberta's next premier? A look at Danielle Smith and Rachel Notley

EDMONTON — Alberta's provincial election has been called for May 29. Here's a look at the leaders of the province's two main parties: Danielle Smith, UCP Leader Age: 52. Born April 1, 1971.
WestJet closes deal to buy Sunwing Vacations and Sunwing Airlines

WestJet closes deal to buy Sunwing Vacations and Sunwing Airlines

CALGARY — The WestJet Group says it has closed its acquisition of Sunwing Vacations and Sunwing Airlines that was first announced in March last year. The company says that, initially, the airlines will continue independent operations.
Enbridge buys underground natural gas storage facility from Fortis for $400 million

Enbridge buys underground natural gas storage facility from Fortis for $400 million

CALGARY — Enbridge Inc. has signed a deal to buy a large underground natural gas storage facility in B.C. for $400 million. Under the agreement with FortisBC Holdings Inc., Enbridge will acquire the company's interest in FortisBC Midstream Inc.
Albertans told to evacuate as fires threaten hamlets and rural residents

Albertans told to evacuate as fires threaten hamlets and rural residents

ENTWISTLE, Alta. — As some Albertans were being told to evacuate, or to be ready to flee to safety at a moment's notice due to multiple grass and brush fires in areas west and northwest of Edmonton, others were being allowed to return home.
UCP, NDP paint dystopian portraits of rivals ahead of expected election writ drop

UCP, NDP paint dystopian portraits of rivals ahead of expected election writ drop

EDMONTON — The writ is expected to drop Monday in Alberta for an election campaign that effectively began weeks ago with both Danielle Smith’s United Conservatives and Rachel Notley’s New Democrats warning of the dystopian future should their opponen

Police watchdog to investigate Edmonton police shooting of stabbing suspect.

EDMONTON — Three people are in hospital, including the suspect, following a stabbing in downtown Edmonton Saturday night. Police were called to the 101 Street and 103A Avenue area shortly before 9:30 p.m. for a weapons complaint.
Police believe remains found Saturday are those of girl, 8, allegedly murdered

Police believe remains found Saturday are those of girl, 8, allegedly murdered

EDMONTON — Police in Edmonton say they believe they've found the remains of an eight-year-old girl who they've alleged was murdered.
Alberta Premier Smith questions election role of Opposition leader Notley's husband

Alberta Premier Smith questions election role of Opposition leader Notley's husband

EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is raising questions about Opposition NDP Leader Rachel Notley’s husband and his role in the upcoming provincial election campaign.
Alberta's two main political rivals have baggage to shed ahead of May 29 election

Alberta's two main political rivals have baggage to shed ahead of May 29 election

EDMONTON — Alberta’s two main provincial political party leaders are set to duel for the province's highest office starting Monday in a campaign that for both could be a case of win or go home.

Two people charged in death of eight-year-old girl: Edmonton police

EDMONTON — Police say two people have been charged in the death of an eight-year-old girl in Edmonton. They say patrol officers responded to a welfare call related to the child at a home on Monday.
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