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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. News Trial continues for former Edmonton police officer who kicked suspect in head Crime Cooper to resign as MLA and Speaker to take on job as Alberta representative in D.C. 11 Comments News Edmonton kicks off 2025 with $1.5B in construction including Downtown park and more residential roads with Video 11 Comments News 'No idea it was going to blow up like this': Woman crochets Edmonton Oilers themed emotional support chickens for stressed out fans Local News Latest Videos    Up Next     Advertisement 2Stories continue belowThis advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.NewsFeaturedLocal NewsWorld 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. 8 hours ago Crime You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account.Advertisement 2Stories continue belowThis advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Wednesday's letters: Smith must follow Carney on calling byelection Mark Carney could have played the political game and ensured there would be a lengthy process before Pierre Poilievre would have been able to enter the House of Commons again as an elected member of Parliament. Instead, he stated that a byelection would happen as soon as possible. No games, no posturing, a complete understanding of the important role the Opposition leader plays in keeping the ruling party accountable and ensuring transparency. 39 Comments Edmonton Journal 19 hours ago Letters You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Quebec sovereigntist party cheers on possible referendum in Alberta "This is a premier who has decided to address the government of Canada directly by saying, 'If you do not respect our democracy, you do not respect our financial choices and our priorities, I will respond to your abuse of power with concrete actions'" 8 Comments 12 hours ago Politics You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. NorthwestFilmFest and Rainbow Visions: A joyful Blur of Texas Chainsaws, Alberta film, Cruising and Andy Kaufman Action — and how! Canada’s oldest and ever-evolving documentary film festival NorthwestFilmFest is back with a brilliant lineup, covering just about anything you might want to point a camera at. 17 hours ago Entertainment You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Opinion: Together, we can stop the spread of measles in Alberta Measles is spreading — not just in other parts of the world, but right here in Alberta. This disease, once rare in Canada thanks to measles vaccines, is now circulating in several areas of our province. It’s a highly contagious illness that spreads quickly, especially in close-knit communities where people gather frequently and where immunization rates are lower. Sunil Sookram 11 hours ago Columnists You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. More news stories > Trending Lorne Gunter: Time for Doug Ford to get out of bed with Mark Carney and back Danielle Smith Columnists Cooper to resign as MLA and Speaker to take on job as Alberta representative in D.C. News Police evacuate northeast Edmonton homes while investigating and removing hazardous materials, explosives News 'No idea it was going to blow up like this': Woman crochets Edmonton Oilers themed emotional support chickens for stressed out fans Local News Wednesday's letters: Smith must follow Carney on calling byelection Letters Epaper Edition View the latest edition Shopping Essentials Scroll Left                                         Scroll RightAdvertisement 3Stories continue belowThis advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.LOCAL SPOTLIGHTFind the best places within Edmonton. From local businesses to food to medical to legal services.Sports Oil Kings opt for pair of defencemen with two first-round picks in WHL bantam draft After the Edmonton Oil Kings lost the WHL bantam draft lottery last month to the Regina Pats with the best odds going in, and they missed out on the slam-dunk selection of phenom forward Maddox Schultz — an early comparison to Connor Bedard — they had to quickly pivot after not getting the No. 1 junior selection. 2 hours ago Edmonton Oil Kings You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account.Advertisement 3Stories continue belowThis advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Look out, Edmonton Oilers striking some fear into the playoff picture “This team is built for the playoffs, we’re built with guys who have experience, who’ve been here, who can take their game to another level" 14 hours ago Sports You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. 5 THINGS: Edmonton Oilers strike gold in series opener against Vegas It was also the fifth time in these playoffs the Oilers rallied to come from behind and win a game, which set a new NHL record. So, the win was both rare and par for the course at the same time 15 hours ago Sports You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Edmonton Oilers send Golden Knights a chilling message in Game 1 win Now the Oilers, who usually get stronger as a series goes on, have stolen home ice advantage and are playing their best hockey right from the outset 1 day ago Sports You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Oilers look to learn from lesson in previous playoff loss to Vegas Once you get the lead out against the Golden Knights, you had better not put the pencil down until time's up. 1 day ago Edmonton Oilers You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. More sports stories > Around the NetworkHeadline NewsGet the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.There was an error, please provide a valid email address.Sign UpBy signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.Thanks for signing up!A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Headline News will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againInterested in more newsletters? Browse here.Advertisement 4Stories continue belowThis advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Opinion Braid: Will 'yes' vote on independence force Premier Smith to act? She won't say Smith will have to be very clear on that question before any vote is held. Would this be a binding vote, or just another of the UCP’s ingenious ways to let people blow off steam? with Video Don Braid 1 day ago Columnists You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account.Advertisement 4Stories continue belowThis advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Bell: Carney must deal with Smith or face Alberta separatist headache 'I think we have to accept there's a lot of anger out there. There's a lot of groups organizing to try to do something about it,' says Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, on growing separatist sentiment in the province with Video Rick Bell 1 day ago Columnists You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Lorne Gunter: Time for Doug Ford to get out of bed with Mark Carney and back Danielle Smith Ford had a very public, very cordial breakfast with Carney in the runup to the writ being dropped. 389 Comments Lorne Gunter 17 hours ago Columnists You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Tasha Kheiriddin: Carney has no choice but to listen to Danielle Smith The Liberals will have drop climate obsessions to stave off a referendum in 2026 Tasha Kheiriddin 1 day ago Columnists You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Braid: Smith's government mutes vaccine skepticism in face of a measles epidemic It took a looming crisis to force the UCP into action. The problem they face is one they helped cause with Video Don Braid 2 days ago Columnists You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. More opinion stories > weather (Edmonton) view complete forecast Advertisement 5Stories continue belowThis advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.BusinessFeaturedEnergyLocal Business WestJet suspends nine U.S. routes as Canadians fly elsewhere Cancellations include some of the only non-stop flights between Canada and some US destinations 1 day ago Business You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account.Advertisement 5Stories continue belowThis advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Varcoe: A $12.6B deal and falling oil prices rumble through Canadian oilpatch 'Premier Smith and Prime Minister Carney have their work cut out for themselves, because they will not get any oil price uplift here,' said Al Salazar, vice-president of intelligence at energy analytics firm Enverus Chris Varcoe 1 day ago Business You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Long-standing west Edmonton business moving out of construction zone "We've used every inch of the store. And so I need space. I definitely need space and and so that was the main reason why we're moving is because we're growing" 1 day ago Business You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. 'Dreaming really big': Edmonton Ukrainian restaurant eyes franchising as it heads to Dragons' Den "We have the perfect recipe because I'm 50, my daughter is 26, so she brings the youth perspective, I bring the experience" 6 days ago News You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Varcoe: Danielle Smith confident Dow's $9B petrochemical project will be built, despite construction delay The development is the largest capital investment taking place in Alberta, but it’s unfolding during a period of economic turmoil Chris Varcoe April 27, 2025 Business You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. More business stories > Contests More Contests > Special FeaturesAdvertisement 6Stories continue belowThis advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.EntertainmentFeaturedTheatreLocal Arts 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! 1 hour ago Entertainment You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account.Advertisement 6Stories continue belowThis advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Review: Shadow Theatre's Where You Are hilarious, heartfelt Family homecomings can be stressful, especially when there are secrets to be revealed. 1 day ago Entertainment You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Bad Religion, Tom Morello, July Talk, 98 Degrees electrify KDays Music Fest July 18-27 The multi-night candyfloss juggernaut of KDays Music Fest has unleashed its headliners, including L.A. punk legends Bad Religion opening night, Rage Against the Machine/Audioslave’s Tom Morello July 19, Edmonton-spawned indie superstars July Talk (good month for this!) and Christmas-loving L.A. vocal quartet 98 Degrees dropping in as the festival finale. 2 days ago Entertainment You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. 'Mariko is a diamond': After 17 seasons, Alberta Ballet principal dancer Mariko Kondo's final performance will be in Don Quixote Mariko Kondo says she is trying not to think about the end. April 30, 2025 Entertainment You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Dial M for musicals: Moulin Rouge, Mamma Mia! and Michael Jackson part of upcoming Broadway Across Canada season in Edmonton Some of the biggest songs in pop history will be hitting the stage at Edmonton’s Jubilee Auditorium starting this fall. 6 days ago Entertainment You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. More entertainment stories > Advertisement 7Stories continue belowThis advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Life Edmonton's real estate a national growth leader Edmonton’s resale market forecast to see among the most price growth by year’s end in Canada. 6 days ago Homes You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account.Advertisement 7Stories continue belowThis advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Swede dreams are made of these Six ways IKEA wants to help you sleep better. April 28, 2025 Homes You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. 'We like building restaurants': Edmonton's Sabor Restaurant group keeps expanding Christian Mena and Lino Oliveira of the Sabor Restaurant group have opened on Whyte Avenue and are also planning a Calgary expansion April 30, 2025 Food You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Rooftop trends: Copper highlights, colour drenching are on point Shingle choices expand with more colours, at the same time the uniformity of one colour for a whole house is also appealing. April 28, 2025 Homes You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Questions about economy rein in home buying, selling Current economic uncertainty, driven by looming election and trade headwinds, has some buyers and sellers feeling apprehensive. April 28, 2025 Homes You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. 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