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'Ludicrous': Prosecutor questions testimony of teen in Calgary hit-and-run cop death

'Ludicrous': Prosecutor questions testimony of teen in Calgary hit-and-run cop death

CALGARY — A prosecutor suggested Wednesday a teen charged with first-degree murder in the hit-and-run death of a Calgary Police Service officer had no reason to believe he was in danger. Sgt. Andrew Harnett died in hospital on Dec.
Canada's low-cost airlines expand services, announces Flair and Lynx

Canada's low-cost airlines expand services, announces Flair and Lynx

EDMONTON — Announcements from two of Canada's largest low-cost carriers propose expansion in the budget leisure market.
Alberta provincial court releases Indigenous Justice Strategy

Alberta provincial court releases Indigenous Justice Strategy

EDMONTON — Alberta's provincial court has announced a plan outlining ways it can better serve Indigenous people.
Enbridge sells minority stake in seven pipelines to Indigenous communities

Enbridge sells minority stake in seven pipelines to Indigenous communities

CALGARY — Enbridge Inc. has signed a deal to sell a minority stake in seven pipelines in the Athabasca region of northern Alberta to a group of 23 First Nation and Métis communities for $1.12 billion.
Calgary Stampeders sign quarterback Maier to contract extension

Calgary Stampeders sign quarterback Maier to contract extension

CALGARY — The Calgary Stampeders signed American quarterback Jake Maier to a contract extension through the 2024 season Tuesday.
Southern Alberta man gets bigger fine after 13th distracted driving conviction

Southern Alberta man gets bigger fine after 13th distracted driving conviction

AIRDRIE, Alta. — A motorist in southern Alberta has been convicted of distracted driving for the 13th time.
'I'm not a monster': Teen suspect in death of Calgary officer takes stand at trial

'I'm not a monster': Teen suspect in death of Calgary officer takes stand at trial

CALGARY — A Calgary teen charged with first-degree murder in the death of a police officer in a hit and run testified Tuesday he feared for his life when he took off in his vehicle with Sgt. Andrew Harnett holding on.
Canadian men to play upcoming FIBA World Cup qualifying home games in Edmonton

Canadian men to play upcoming FIBA World Cup qualifying home games in Edmonton

Edmonton is set to host Canada's next two FIBA World Cup qualifying home games in November. Canada Basketball and the Canadian Elite Basketball League, in partnership with Explore Edmonton and the city of Edmonton, made the announcement Tuesday.
Edmonton Oilers rookie Dylan Holloway receives raves for pre-season play

Edmonton Oilers rookie Dylan Holloway receives raves for pre-season play

EDMONTON — Dylan Holloway played in one NHL game last season. The rookie wore No. 36 for the Oilers in a playoff game against the Colorado Avalanche.
Fiona storm cleanup and Alberta's firearms fight: In The News for Sept. 27

Fiona storm cleanup and Alberta's firearms fight: In The News for Sept. 27

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022. What we are watching in Canada ...
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