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Edmonton underground LRT stations will receive a 5G network expansion
In March of next year, underground Edmonton LRT stations will receive 5G network. As of yesterday, the city has made a 30-year-deal with Telus to bring cell service to all underground stations by Spring of next year. Currently, almost all
IKEA has a 3-course Valentine’s Day meal offer for $20!
IKEA is offering ticket holders a three-course meal on February 14th. Each meal costs $19.99 and is offered at IKEA’s across Canada! Each meal includes a starter, a main course, a dessert, and the choice of a mocktail or a
Edmonton underground LRT stations will receive a 5G network expansion
In March of next year, underground Edmonton LRT stations will receive 5G network. As of yesterday, the city has made a 30-year-deal with Telus to bring cell service to all
IKEA has a 3-course Valentine’s Day meal offer for $20!
IKEA is offering ticket holders a three-course meal on February 14th. Each meal costs $19.99 and is offered at IKEA’s across Canada! Each meal includes a starter, a main course,
Fort Saskatchewan repeat offender arrested for theft
22-year-old repeat offender, Konstantinos “Teddy” Lavrentiades was caught yesterday after the Fort Saskatchewan police received a complaint of someone breaking into vehicles. The RCMP found him a short distance away
Trump reiterated his tariff threat this morning
United States President Donald Trump held a virtual speech to the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos this morning. Trump claimed that if Canada became the 51st state of America,
Gas prices are falling yet again!
Starting tomorrow, Edmontonians are seeing a fall in gas prices. Both regular and Premium are being lowered by two cents making it 138.9/L and 164.9/L. Diesel is being lowered by
Is anybody else baffled by this winter’s weather?
The weather roller coaster continues on Thursday with a high of 2 degrees under a lot of cloud with a gusty northwest wind, making it challenging for those winter cyclists
All 4 wheels were stolen off a vehicle at the WEM parking lot
This past Saturday, Loveleen Singh was heading back to her car around 7 p.m. after a day shift at West Edmonton Mall. Upon reaching her vehicle, she was shocked to
Fake rental listing costs Edmontonians a combined $11K
The Edmonton police are warning the public about the address 7516 147 Avenue. It’s advertised as a house for rent on Facebook Marketplace and some other online listing systems. Victims
Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society is closing its Edmonton location in March
Due to a lack of funding, this well-known animal shelter is closing its doors on March 28th of this year. From now until they close, the Alberta Animal Rescue Crew
Canadian Netflix prices are rising
All three different types of Canadian Netflix subscriptions are raising in price. The standard Netflix plan with ads will be raised by $2 making the plan $7.99 per month. The
Corey Perry’s goal was almost disrupted by nachos
While Corey Perry was making his way down the ice for the last Oilers goal of the evening, a plate of nachos was thrown over the barrier and onto the
RCMP advise Albertans to stay off the road
In areas around Alberta including Edmonton, the RCMP stated that there are “white out conditions with extreme wind.” They also noted extremely poor visibility in some areas. The police have
“I’d rather be here than in New Orleans in January,” said no Albertan ever…before yesterday
At the time of writing, it’s the same temperature here—minus 5—as in New Orleans…and it’s a lot less snowy here. Let that sink in for a minute. The good news
RCMP advise of extremely poor driving conditions
Police are advising against motorists using the QE2 between Edmonton and Calgary due to extreme weather conditions. Alberta RCMP have issued a tow ban on the QE2 between Edmonton and
A house fire in North Edmonton has been successfully extinguished
A single-family home was ablaze yesterday evening at 88 street and 130 avenue. The call reporting the fire came in around 10 p.m. Firefighters arrived at the scene as the
Telus World of Science closed temporarily due to a fire
The Telus World of Science (TWOSE) closed in the early afternoon yesterday due to a small fire. The fire didn’t cause harm to any people or exhibits in the building.
Danielle Smith blames Trudeau for any hostility between the U.S. and Canada
Yesterday evening, Trump said he was thinking of imposing the 25 per cent tariffs early next month. “I think we’ll do it February 1st.” Trump stated, mentioning that it would
McDavid is suspended for 3 games
Edmonton Oilers’ Connor McDavid has been suspended for the next three games including tonight’s game against the Washington Capitals. The suspension is a result of McDavid cross-checking Vancouver Canucks forward
Public Satisfaction Survey for Sherwood Park is live!
Till February 14th, residents of Strathcona County can take a survey to voice any concerns or opinions about County programs, services, and value for tax dollars. The survey was made
Above seasonal all week
Tuesday starts out with mostly clear skies, but the clouds roll in this afternoon, and along with the clouds comes a rather gusty northwest wind and the odd flurry, potentially
The Industrial Heartland Career Forum is quickly approaching!
On January 30th, the Dow Centre in Fort Saskatchewan is holding the Industrial Heartland Career Forum. This event is completely free as long as you RSVP. The event showcases possible
Alberta’s Minister of Seniors Jason Nixon is frustrated with the lack of help received in Jasper
Alberta’s Minister, Jason Nixon, stated the province was preparing to deliver 250 single-family homes early this year, as long as the Municipality of Jasper provided the land. Now, Nixon has
Some buses in the EIPS school division have been cancelled due to the weather
Some school buses in Andrew, Bruderheim, Lamont County, Mundare, and Vegreville have been cancelled due to poor driving conditions. Any families impacted have been contacted directly and all schools have
24/7 ankle monitors for some convicted Albertans are now mandatory
24/7 ankle monitors were being questioned as a solution for Alberta’s catch-and-release bail system. As of last Wednesday, offenders and accused who are high-risk may be subject to court-ordered 24/7
Premier Smith isn’t attending Trump’s inauguration due to bad weather and a venue change
Alberta’s Premier, Danielle Smith, was in Washington for business and was scheduled to watch U.S. President Donald Trump’s inauguration today. Due to bitter cold weather and a venue change, Smith
Encampment in Fulton Creek is in the final steps of dismantlement
An encampment located at 34 Street and Roper Road in Edmonton was discovered in October of last year. The site contained portable generators, running water, a coffee and laundry machine,
New app helps citizens stay informed in their community
The RCMP heavily encourage Albertans to download the new RAVE Mobile Safety app. It is a mass notification system that alerts users on the following: As well as any type
The warm-up begins today
Today is Blue Monday, the most depressing day of winter: Christmas is long over, the credit card statements are starting to roll in, and there are still two months of
On the weather roller coaster, we’re at a low point
It will be a lovely weekend to curl up on the couch under a warm blanket with a mug of your favourite hot beverage. Daytime highs will more resemble overnight
Deadline is approaching for Alberta’s Order of Excellence nominations
Albertans are encouraged to nominate the most outstanding citizens that have made significant and long-lasting contributions to their communities. 220 Albertans have been invested into the Alberta Order of Excellence
