80 m. ago ‘Fully in support’: Some Alberta separatists try to rally support in the Trump White House

Some in the Trump administration have shown informal interest and support, but not all separatist leaders think such outreach is wise

Other

3 h. ago Is this finally the goaltender the Edmonton Oilers have long been looking for?

The Top 20 countdown of our 2025 Cult of Hockey Prospect Series begins today. These are the twenty young men in the system right now who are closest to making an impact with the big club. A friendly reminder: Players only fall off the list once they: -Make the NHL -Get dealt to a different […]

Sport

7 h. ago Hearing on constitutionality of Alberta separation question to proceed: judge

‘A referendum on Alberta independence that could lead to the breakup of Canada is serious business,’ the judge said

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9 h. ago Alberta Beef Producers to leave Canadian Cattle Association in 2026

The Alberta Beef Producers, who provide more than 50 per cent of the Canadian Cattle Association's annual budget, announced they will withdraw their membership next July.

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10 h. ago Blue Jays ace Max Scherzer’s recent pitching bodes well when baseball’s post

The pitcher known as Mad Max is beginning to show the signs of a staff ace. When the Jays signed the future hall of famer to a one-year deal, they had an inkling what they were getting. But no one could have envisioned this version of Max Scherzer, especially after he left following three innings […]

Sport

10 h. ago Blue Jays ace Max Scherzer’s recent pitching bodes well for post

The pitcher known as Mad Max is beginning to show the signs of a staff ace. When the Jays signed the future hall of famer to a one-year deal, they had an inkling what they were getting. But no one could have envisioned this version of Max Scherzer, especially after he left following three innings […]

Other

10 h. ago Jugo Juice in Rocky Ridge YMCA closed by AHS for contaminated water

Alberta Health Services described an unknown contaminant causing a green colour, metallic taste, and reports of illness

Other

11 h. ago Conservation group warns against West Fraser Timber's push for higher logging limits in southern Alberta

The current cut level, set by the province in 2017, is 157,800 cubic metres a year. West Fraser is proposing to raise that to 208,000 cubic metres annually under a new 10-year plan spanning 2025 to 2035

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11 h. ago Edmonton university student brings joy to thousands with Cards for Care initiative

Cards For Care Edmonton, a volunteer-run program, provides homemade cards to health-care facilities as well as seniors' homes as a way of bringing joy to patients and residents.

Society

11 h. ago Guerrero comes through in clutch as Blue Jays edge Cubs in playoff

Barring a major implosion, which doesn’t seem likely, the Blue Jays will be involved in the kind of pressure cookers that unfolded in Thursday afternoon’s rubber match against the visiting Chicago Cubs. Another sold-out crowd was on hand on a day the Rogers Centre roof was open for a classic pitchers’ duel, a day when […]

Other

11 h. ago Head of lab that used dogs in tests no longer at St. Joseph's

The head of a research lab that induced heart attacks in dogs as part of human heart research is no longer with St. Joseph's Hospital

Other

11 h. ago 'A Fringe full of stars': Edmonton Fringe festival 2025 returns with a cosmic celebration

The Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival returns, celebrating the performers, attendees, and volunteers who make the festival possible. The 44th edition of the Edmonton Fringe runs Aug. 14-24, featuring 221 indoor shows across more than 40 venues. The festival’s opening ceremonies are scheduled for 7 p.m. on Thursday at ATB Park on the ATB stage, […]

Culture

11 h. ago Melcor Developments announces second quarter results, declares quarterly dividend of $0.13 per share

EDMONTON, Alberta, Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Melcor Developments Ltd. (“Melcor”) (TSX: MRD), an Alberta-based real estate development and asset management company, today reported results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. The second quarter Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) and Condensed Interim Financial Statements are available on our website (www.melcor.ca) under Investors, or […]

Economics

11 h. ago Edmonton police officer charged with assault following 2024 incident

On Thursday, the PSB charged Const. Mohamed Elgendy with one count of assault in relation to the traffic stop incident.

Events

12 h. ago Legal challenge against blanket rezoning taken to Alberta Court of Appeal

While a Court of King's Bench judge sided with the city earlier this year, a group of residents opposed to blanket rezoning is now taking its legal challenge to Alberta's highest court.

Other

12 h. ago 'Great legacy for our downtown': Edmonton eyeing Canada’s first downtown student housing incentive

If approved, the program will direct $15 million in federal funds to build about 500 student housing units downtown

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12 h. ago Dairy Queen Miracle Treat Day celebrates 22 years raising money for local hospitals

In the last five years, the campaign has raised over four-and-a-half million dollars for the Alberta Children's Hospital alone.

Events

12 h. ago Dairy Queen Miracle Treat Day celebrates 23 years raising money for local hospitals

In the last five years, the campaign has raised more than $4.5 million for the Alberta Children's Hospital alone

Events

13 h. ago Alberta RCMP most cost affective policing option for Rocky Mountain House: report

Rocky Mountain House has been looking at alternative policing arrangements and according to a report, the Alberta RCMP is the most cost-effective option for the municipality. The report commissioned by the Town of Rocky Mountain House, located 215 kilometres southwest of Edmonton, found while RCMP contract costs are rising, it was still the most competitive […]

Economics

13 h. ago As Alberta continues experiencing hailstorms, insurance bureau calls for measures to prevent damage

Alberta has been experiencing at least one hailstorm every summer for the past two decades, and the damage totals $11 billion — however, more than half of that comes from the past five years

Economics