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Oil Kings take 3-0 WHL series lead with 5-4 OT win over Red Deer

Oil Kings take 3-0 WHL series lead with 5-4 OT win over Red Deer

RED DEER, Alta. — Jake Neighbours scored the winner in overtime and the Edmonton Oil Kings beat the Red Deer Rebels 5-4 to take a 3-0 lead in their best-of-seven Western Hockey League playoff series.
Suncor Energy reports earnings of $2.95B as oil prices surge

Suncor Energy reports earnings of $2.95B as oil prices surge

CALGARY — Suncor Energy Inc. says it earned $2.95 billion in the first quarter, up from $821 million in the same period of 2021, as the war in Ukraine and energy supply fears drove oil prices higher.
Parkland Corp. to build renewable diesel plant at Burnaby refinery

Parkland Corp. to build renewable diesel plant at Burnaby refinery

CALGARY — Parkland Corp. says it plans to spend $600 million to increase renewable fuel production at its Burnaby refinery in British Columbia.
Former Alberta justice minister loses bid to stay contempt of court decision

Former Alberta justice minister loses bid to stay contempt of court decision

EDMONTON — A former Alberta justice minister has failed to persuade a judge to set aside a ruling that found him in contempt of court for witness intimidation.
Edmonton Oilers need return of potent power play for Game 5 bounce back

Edmonton Oilers need return of potent power play for Game 5 bounce back

EDMONTON — Stacked with two of the NHL's top talents, the Oilers' power play is nothing short of lethal. But stagnant special teams proved costly for Edmonton in Game 4 of its first-round matchup with the L.A. Kings on Sunday.
Crown seeks direct indictment for 1 of 4 accused in Coutts, Alta., border blockade

Crown seeks direct indictment for 1 of 4 accused in Coutts, Alta., border blockade

LETHBRIDGE, Alta. — The Crown is attempting to streamline the cases of four men charged with conspiracy to commit murder at a border blockade protest in southern Alberta. Prosecutor Steven Johnston told court in Lethbridge, Alta.
Senators contingent headlines Canada roster for world championship

Senators contingent headlines Canada roster for world championship

CALGARY — The Ottawa Senators will be well-represented when Canada competes at the upcoming 2022 World Hockey Championship.
Ensign Energy Services reports first-quarter revenue up more than 50%

Ensign Energy Services reports first-quarter revenue up more than 50%

CALGARY — Ensign Energy Services Inc. reported a profit in its latest quarter compared with a loss a year ago as its revenue grew more than 50 per cent. The Calgary-based company says it earned a profit attributable to common shareholders of $6.
Research shows grizzly bears and wolves avoid towns, trails in Alberta's Bow Valley

Research shows grizzly bears and wolves avoid towns, trails in Alberta's Bow Valley

A study that looked at data on the movement of grizzly bears and wolves in Alberta's Bow Valley shows the animals avoid towns and developed areas when lots of people are around.
Gushue beats Koe to win Champions Cup on Grand Slam of Curling circuit

Gushue beats Koe to win Champions Cup on Grand Slam of Curling circuit

OLDS, Alta. — Brad Gushue capped a memorable season in style Sunday by beating Kevin Koe 8-5 to win the Champions Cup at the Olds Sportsplex. It was the final competition for Gushue's team with second Brett Gallant in the lineup.
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