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S&P/TSX composite down almost 100 points Thursday, U.S. markets also decline

S&P/TSX composite down almost 100 points Thursday, U.S. markets also decline

Investors saw economic data trickle in on Thursday, with a report showing that unemployment applications rose last week but remained relatively low, while a pair of reports showed signs of slowing in the services sector.
Okotoks council approves funding for indoor pickleball

Okotoks council approves funding for indoor pickleball

Four indoor pickleball courts will be established at the Foothills Centennial Centre this summer.
Bonnyville hospital announces multi-day obstetrics department closure

Bonnyville hospital announces multi-day obstetrics department closure

Starting on Aug. 11 and spanning three days, the Bonnyville Health Centre will temporarily be closing its obstetric department due to a lack of obstetric physician coverage.
Some federal parties resisting foreign interference probe looking beyond China: Singh

Some federal parties resisting foreign interference probe looking beyond China: Singh

OTTAWA — New Democrat Leader Jagmeet Singh says his party faces resistance to including countries other than China in the terms of reference for a public inquiry on foreign interference.
Banff, Canmore, Jasper to form Yellowhead federal riding

Banff, Canmore, Jasper to form Yellowhead federal riding

“I think putting the mountain towns together – particularly the two that are in national parks and the one that is adjacent – there’s a chance for those combined voices to have more impact with respect to representation and accountability.”
Alberta announces six-month pause on renewable energy, citing rural concerns

Alberta announces six-month pause on renewable energy, citing rural concerns

"This is just how fast the energy transition is moving. And because Alberta has been open to it, it's almost gone faster than anybody could have expected."
Adams Lake wildfire flares as wind, harsh terrain challenge B.C. on multiple fronts

Adams Lake wildfire flares as wind, harsh terrain challenge B.C. on multiple fronts

The BC Wildfire Service says its crews stayed on the fire lines overnight, structure protection teams were "fully engaged," and no buildings had been lost at last report.
Dog lost in fatal Coquihalla crash located alive

Dog lost in fatal Coquihalla crash located alive

It's being described as "the most amazing story."
Innisfail morning fire ravages downtown historical building (4 photos)

Innisfail morning fire ravages downtown historical building (4 photos)

Residents from four second-floor suites evacuated Innisfail building safely; roof collapses on firefighters during attack on fire but no injuries
Western Canada Rib Fest descending on Airdrie this weekend

Western Canada Rib Fest descending on Airdrie this weekend

Airdrie is about to be hit with delicious ribs as the touring Western Canada Rib Fest descends on the city for a weekend of delicious food and family fun.
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