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Some Naloxone kits contain incorrect instructions
Health Canada is warning that some naloxone kits may contain incorrect instructions. The advisory, issued earlier today, concerns take-home naloxone kits distributed by Canadian Hospital Specialties Ltd. The incorrect dosing information in these kits could affect the treatment’s effectiveness. Naloxone
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Health Canada recalls multivitamins and supplements due to traces of metal fibres
Health Canada has issued a recall for several brands of multivitamins and supplements due to concerns that they may contain harmful metal fibres. The affected products are from Factors Group of Nutritional Companies Inc., and include items sold under the
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Some Naloxone kits contain incorrect instructions
Health Canada is warning that some naloxone kits may contain incorrect instructions. The advisory, issued earlier today, concerns take-home naloxone kits distributed by Canadian Hospital Specialties Ltd. The incorrect dosing
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Health Canada recalls multivitamins and supplements due to traces of metal fibres
Health Canada has issued a recall for several brands of multivitamins and supplements due to concerns that they may contain harmful metal fibres. The affected products are from Factors Group
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Moribville RCMP investigate vandalism in Gibbons
Morinville RCMP are investigating a series of incidents involving uprooted trees in Gibbons. On July 9, 2024, police received a report of four trees uprooted at the intersection of 44
![Four houses were engulfed in flames last night in northeast Edmonton. Fire crews arrived in the Fraser neighborhood around 7:30 p.m. According to Edmonton Fire Rescue Services, the fire began at a home under construction and quickly spread to neighboring houses. Houses on fire in the northeast Edmonton neighbourhood of Fraser on July 25, 2024. (Credit: Adam Preston)](https://heartlandnews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/fraser-fire-1-6978430-1721963757993.jpeg)
4 houses destroyed after a fire in northeast Edmonton
Four houses were engulfed in flames last night in northeast Edmonton. Fire crews arrived in the Fraser neighborhood around 7:30 p.m. According to Edmonton Fire Rescue Services, the fire began
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Scotiabank system down
Scotiabank was experiencing technical difficulties that impacted direct deposits and causing missed payments for some clients. The bank acknowledged on X that issues with inbound payments, including both direct deposits
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Wildfire update: Jasper Fairmont intact and firefighters coming from around the world
At least four buildings have been destroyed by wildfires in Jasper, but the Fairmont Jasper Lodge has reported that its main lodge and most structures remain intact. Cooler temperatures and
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Someone made Aeolus mad, strong winds and cloudy skies
The smoke has made its way past the area due to last nights wind and rain and today’s strong winds. Today we will have a high of 17° from 2
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Fort Sask Farmers Market: Christmas in July
If you Listen to MIX 107.9, you know how much we love Christmas. That’s why we love the fact that the July 25 Farmers Market is themed Christmas in July.
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Man accused of City Hall shooting pleads not guilty
The man accused in a shooting at Edmonton City Hall in January has pleaded not guilty. Bezhani Sarvar, the accused in the January shooting at Edmonton’s City Hall, has pleaded
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Flames reached Jasper townsite
The evacuation of 25,000 people from Jasper National Park proved crucial as flames reached the Jasper townsite last evening, impacting multiple buildings, confirmed by Parks Canada. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
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Montreal-based fast fashion company Garage posts controversial campaign
Montreal-based retailer Garage is facing backlash following a controversial social media rebrand that has sparked accusations of oversexualization and concerns over its impact on young shoppers. The company recently wiped
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Rain, rain…please stay!
From the looks of it, it seems a lot more smoky than the past few days, you look out the window and thee is poor visibility. You go outside that
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15U AA Fort Saskatchewan Red Sox host provincials with opening ceremony
The 15U AA Red Sox team is gearing up to host their baseball provincials this weekend at Eldon Park in Fort Saskatchewan. The tournament kicks off with an opening ceremony
Snoop Dog chose to carry the Olympic torch
Snoop Dogg will be participating in this year’s Olympics by carrying the Olympic torch. He is set to parade the flame through Paris ahead of the opening ceremony on Friday.
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Bank of Canada reduces key interest rate
The Bank of Canada announced today a reduction in its key interest rate to 4.5%. Governor Tiff Macklem indicated during a news conference that further cuts may be considered if
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Female suspect wanted in Edmonton armed robbery
EPS are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a female suspect responsible for a recent armed robbery at a southeast mall clothing outlet store. At approximately 8:00 pm on July
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Rise of the rainfall
Today’s smoke looks pretty similar to yesterday with just a bit of a colder morning due to windy periods Today we will have a high of 24° at 5 PM
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Oilers hire Stan Bowman as general manager
The Oilers have named Stan Bowman General Manager and Executive Vice President of Hockey Operations. Bowman, 51, becomes the 11th GM in Oilers history after spending 20 seasons (2000-’21) with
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51 restaurants take part in Taste of Edmonton this year
Over 50 restaurants are participating in Taste of Edmonton’s 40th anniversary at Churchill Square. There’s some new things to try out but there’s also some returning restaurants like Japanese Village.
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5th inmate escapes from Stan Daniels Healing Centre
An inmate has escaped from the Stan Daniels Healing Centre in Edmonton, marking the fifth escape from the facility. According to Edmonton Police Service, Evan Joel Sayer fled on Friday.
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Fort Saskatchewan RCMP investigate hit and run rampage in the city.
Fort Saskatchewan RCMP are currently investigating a series of hit-and-run incidents that occurred in the early hours of July 22, 2024. According to reports, a vehicle stolen from Acadian Wynd
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St. Albert pausing all non-essential municipal water use
The city of St. Albert is implementing water use restrictions, pausing non-essential activities such as hydrant flushing, non-emergency sewer flushing, street sweeping, dust abatements, pool filling, park watering, firefighter training
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Not the last smoke
Today’s smoke is looking a bit worse than yesterday Today we will have a high of 34° at 4 PM and a low of 24 closer to midnight, calling for
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Jasper evacuated- RCMP advise of road closures due to wildfires
Wildfires in the area have led RCMP to close Highway 16 for westbound travel at the Jasper Park gates on the east side. Eastbound access to Jasper is also restricted
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Disney changes a character’s name after 50 years because it’s “offensive”
Disney has changed the name of one of its characters after it was determined it was “offensive” and “derogatory” and now Liver Lips Mcgrowl will not be coming back to
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It’s KDays season in Edmonton!
Edmonton’s K-Day festivities are underway from July 19th to the 28th, offering a diverse lineup of events, rides, music, and culinary delights. Rides will be operational daily from noon until
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Danielle Smith defends decisions to attend Oilers play off games
During a recent speech, Danielle Smith defended her attendance, along with other cabinet ministers, at several Oilers playoff games, stating that no rules were violated. They were guests in the
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Hit and run driver charged after hitting dad and daughter near Fort Saskatchewan
A man is facing multiple impaired driving-related charges after rear-ending a motorcycle near Fort Saskatchewan. The RCMP responded to the crash on the bridge over the North Saskatchewan River at
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The smoke awakens
Today is another smoky day. Today we will have a high of 34° at 4 PM and a low of 24 closer to midnight, calling for yet another sweaty night.
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Holy Smokes! It’s hot with terrible air quality!
Not the best day to go outside for fresh air. You won’t find it around here. Wildfire smoke today (is that seriously a “weather condition” like sunny or cloudy now?!)