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Ecstatic Elks dump reeling Lions 33-16 for second straight win

Ecstatic Elks dump reeling Lions 33-16 for second straight win

EDMONTON — Wins have been rare for the Edmonton Elks — and even rarer at home. Boris Bede kicked three field goals on Sunday as the Elks won their second game in a row, and second of the season, defeating the B.C. Lions 33-16.
Whitecaps FC Girls Elite successfully defend League1 Canada Inter-Provincial title

Whitecaps FC Girls Elite successfully defend League1 Canada Inter-Provincial title

HAMILTON — The Whitecaps FC Girls Elite team retained its League1 Canada Inter-Provincial Championship on Sunday, defeating CS Mont-Royal Outremont 3-2 in a penalty shootout.
'When it's just you': One-woman shows flourish at Edmonton fringe festival

'When it's just you': One-woman shows flourish at Edmonton fringe festival

EDMONTON — Artists and shows at the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival this year are as varied and eclectic as ever, though attendees may notice a plethora of one-woman productions.
Elks' ground game surging as they prepare for limping Lions

Elks' ground game surging as they prepare for limping Lions

EDMONTON — The B.C. Lions are 5-3, the Edmonton Elks are 1-7, owners of the worst record in the CFL. But, the Elks could very well be considered the favourites when the two teams meet Sunday at Commonwealth Stadium.
'Bold and brilliant:' Loved ones remember firefighter killed fighting Jasper blaze

'Bold and brilliant:' Loved ones remember firefighter killed fighting Jasper blaze

CALGARY — The Alberta wildland firefighter killed while battling a blaze in Jasper National Park last weekend is being remembered for his bold personality and sense of humour.
Calgary mayor says city considering replacing water pipe that ruptured

Calgary mayor says city considering replacing water pipe that ruptured

CALGARY — City officials are weighing options to strengthen a key water main for the long term -- including building a new one -- after a June rupture forced Calgarians to cut their water use and further inspection found more weaknesses.
'Freedom Convoy' organizer Pat King granted bail after alleged breach

'Freedom Convoy' organizer Pat King granted bail after alleged breach

OTTAWA — "Freedom Convoy" organizer Pat King was released on bail Friday after spending more than a week in jail on Crown allegations that he breached his bail conditions.
Cannabis oils and softgels recalled due to intoxicating ingredients: Heath Canada

Cannabis oils and softgels recalled due to intoxicating ingredients: Heath Canada

Health Canada has announced a recall of several cannabis oils and softgels because they may contain unexpected amounts of THC and HHC. The agency says both ingredients are intoxicants and could pose a danger to consumers.
Alberta RCMP seek help identifying man who could help investigation into shooting

Alberta RCMP seek help identifying man who could help investigation into shooting

EDMONTON — Mounties are asking the public to help identify a person of interest after a rural roadside shooting left one utility worker wounded and a second person dead.
Body of missing hiker found after three-day search in western Alberta

Body of missing hiker found after three-day search in western Alberta

NORDEGG, Alta. — Mounties say the body of a hiker has been found after a three-day search in western Alberta. They say the death isn't believed to be criminal. The hiker's vehicle was located in the Coral Creek staging area near Nordegg, Alta.