3 h. ago Toyota reports booming sales but stays cautious on profit because of various costs

TOKYO (AP) — Japan’s top automaker Toyota reported record sales for the fiscal year through March on Thursday, but its profit for the latest quarter faltered partly because of a certification scandal. Toyota Motor Corp.’s January-March net profit totaled 664.6 billion yen ($4.6 billion), down from 997.6 billion yen the same period a year ago. […]

Economics

5 h. ago 'I was stunned': Edmonton Oilers shock the hockey world in new way

This in from arguably hockey’s sharpest announcer Ray Ferraro of TSN, his amazement at the play of the Edmonton Oilers in coming back from a 2-1 deficit to the Vegas Golden Knights to win 4-2. “Frankly, I was stunned with how the second period played out,” Ferraro said on the Ray & Dregs podcast. “Like, […]

Sport

5 h. ago Darin Hagen among winners as Edmonton music, film, books and visual arts awarded $100,000

The $100,000 annual Edmonton Arts Prizes have been awarded, showcasing an impressive range of local talent and vision! Longtime playwright, queer advocate and drag legend Darin Hagen has taken the City of Edmonton Film Prize for his documentary Pride vs. Prejudice: The Delwin Vriend Story, it was announced at a ceremony at Roxy Theatre Wednesday […]

Culture

8 h. ago No explosives found at north Edmonton property, residents cleared to return home

More than 100 people spent the night out of their homes. On Wednesday, police said the testing of materials was finished and no explosive or volatile chemicals were found.

Other

10 h. ago Edmonton home sales and inventory climb with spring temperatures

Spring has sprung in Edmonton’s real estate market with a flood of new listings cropping up over April. But consecutive months of strong sales and few listings continue to put upward pressure on prices in all categories. The Realtors Association of Edmonton’s (RAE) April housing update, released Friday, shows continued strong sales activity, increases in […]

Other

11 h. ago Trial continues for former Edmonton police officer who kicked suspect in head

An Edmonton police officer whose former colleague is on trial for putting his boots to a man’s head told jurors he believed the man was resisting arrest. The assault trial of former Edmonton Police Service Const. Oli Olason entered its third day Wednesday with testimony from Const. Daniel Fedechko. A member of the EPS tactical […]

Events

11 h. ago Evacuations follow loss as wildfire burns in Sturgeon County

The Town of Redwater, the Redwater Health Centre, Diamond Spring Lodge and local schools proactively took measures to evacuate patients, residents and students from their buildings.

Events

11 h. ago The Keg Royalties Income Fund Announces First Quarter 2025 Results

Not for distribution to U.S. News wire services or dissemination in the U.S. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Keg Royalties Income Fund (the “Fund”) (TSX: KEG.UN) is pleased to announce its financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2025 (the “quarter”). HIGHLIGHTS Royalty Pool Sales(1) up 6.9% to […]

Culture

12 h. ago Growing concerns over wildfires in Alberta fuelled by soaring temperatures and gusting winds

As the number and intensity of wildfires in Alberta increases, so do concerns about fires in areas of the province that have so far largely been spared from the flames.

Events

12 h. ago Much of Alberta under fire bans amid soaring temperatures, gusting winds

As the number and intensity of wildfires in Alberta increases, so do concerns about fires in areas of the province that have so far largely been spared from the flames.

Events

12 h. ago 'Don't always go up': Bulk of Metro Vancouver presale condos sold in 2022 and 2023 now appraised below original price

One of the outcomes of this drop in value of some presales is that more units are put up for sale right away.

Economics

12 h. ago Former Alberta premier David Hancock named to justice position in Edmonton

A former Alberta premier has a new job in the provincial courts.

Events

13 h. ago Edmonton kicks off 2025 with $1.5B in construction, including Downtown park and more residential roads

“We're not just laying pavement and building structures. We're building the foundation for a city where every Edmontonian feels a sense of belonging"

Economics

13 h. ago 'No idea it was going to blow up like this': Woman crochets Edmonton Oilers themed emotional support chickens for stressed out fans

"There's these highs and lows, and it's so deep, that if any fans in the NHL need an emotional support chicken, it's the fans here in Edmonton"

Sport

13 h. ago Charges laid in relation to ALERT Edmonton's largest drug seizure worth $3 million

ALERT has charged five alleged organized crime members from Edmonton in relation to an April 2024 drug seizure worth $3 million.

Economics

17 h. ago 'Absolutely bossed': Vegas hockey world soured by Edmonton Oilers comeback

The Edmonton Oilers again did the improbable, coming from behind to beat the Vegas Golden Knights 4-2 in Game One of their divisional final. It was Edmonton’s fifth comeback win in a row, having done it four times straight to vaquish the Los Angeles Kings. Vegas got up 2-0, and all was well in Vegas, […]

Sport

17 h. ago Edmonton’s $303M Müve Team Joins eXp Realty With 46 Agents, Expanding National Footprint

Led by John Rota, Müve becomes the first team in eXp Canada history to join under a co-sponsorship model—partnering with top producers James Knull and Justin Havre BELLINGHAM, Wash., May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — eXp Realty®,  “the most agent-centric real estate brokerage on the planet™” and the core subsidiary of eXp World Holdings, Inc. […]

Society

17 h. ago Edmonton Oilers mount another comeback to earn a rare Game 1 win in a playoff series

Game 2 is Thursday at T-Mobile.

Other

18 h. ago Raising the Bar Again: Spectrotel Adds Another Channel Veteran to Expand Partner Success in the Southwest and Central Region

NEPTUNE, N.J., May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Spectrotel, Inc., a leading provider of managed network services, today announced the addition of seasoned industry expert, Richard Fisher, to its Southwest/Central Channel Sales team effective April 2025. Fisher joins Spectrotel from BCN, bringing with him over two decades of telecommunications experience that spans leadership roles across […]

Culture

19 h. ago Equipment Sales & Service Limited is a 2025 winner of the Canada’s Best Managed Companies Platinum Club designation, having retained its Best Managed designation for seven consecutive years or more.

Equipment Sales & Service Limited named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies TORONTO, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Equipment Sales & Service Limited was recognized for its industry-leading performance, its global business practices, and its sustained growth by receiving the prestigious 2025 Canada’s Best Managed Companies award.  Celebrating over 30 years, Canada’s Best Managed […]

Economics