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Edmonton Deputy Police Chief Nicole Chapdelaine said Thursday that no political campaigning—of any kind—is allowed on police property. A planned lawn-sign pickup didn't happen.
FlixBus is launching a route from Edmonton to Jasper. The service starts this week, offering another transit option for mountain trips.
Edmonton police arrested and charged two youth in connection with ongoing robberies connected to Facebook Marketplace sales.
Duggan Community League is hosting a viewing party for tomorrow's Canada vs Qatar game at 4 PM with free pizza. Drinks and snacks available to buy — anyone welcome, no need to live in the area.
Families earning under $225,000 can register for Alberta's Energy Rebate starting July 1. Some Edmontonians are suggesting those who don't need it donate the money to hospitals and homeless services.
Joe Wright's Pride & Prejudice (2005) is playing at Telus World Science on July 24 at 8:30 PM. Tickets available now.
Someone spotted what looks like cougar or lynx tracks at Patricia Ravine today—paw prints about as wide as a hand without the thumb. If you're walking dogs there, keep them on trail for now.
The Water Not Coal petition won't be on the October ballot—government pushed it to 2027 while moving ahead with the separatist questions.
Encor lowered its 2-year fixed electricity rate from 8.25¢ per kilowatt-hour to 7.99¢. Small savings add up if you're locking in a plan.
Telus World Science is running classic movie nights on the IMAX screen all summer — Parasite (June 27), RoboCop (July 9), Terminator double feature (July 11), and Studio Ghibli films (July 26). tickets up now.
going into the river valley rn feels like Manitoba or Northern Saskatchewan — massive mosquitos everywhere and they're absolutely brutal. helicopter spraying stopped a while back and the difference is noticeable.
spotted a new Valley Line LRT car — likely part of the next batch heading to the city soon. track the expansion.
The city is taking on $15M in debt to finish the southeast transit garage faster. It's another budget hit in a season of spending surprises.
The city bought the Koermann Block for $440,000 in 2020, then spent $600,000 tearing it down after it was deemed unsuitable for habitation. Total hit: over $1M for a building that should've been flagged from the start.
The Edmonton Arts Council is pushing the city for a budget increase. They're arguing arts funding needs more support to keep the cultural scene thriving.
City council set aside $925,000 for winter day spaces — shelter spots for people experiencing homelessness during the coldest months.
Hate crimes unit is investigating graffiti found near an Edmonton Islamic daycare. If you have info about the incident, police want to hear from you.
Black kitten with white spots spotted on the Henday between Lessard and Whitemud exits during rush hour — one didn't make it, but the other's still out there. If you're driving through, keep your eyes open and help if you can.
Thinking of visiting the zoo in a couple weeks? Lucy the elephant at the Edmonton Zoo can be hit or miss — sometimes she's not visible. Worth checking ahead if seeing her is on your must-do list.
Looking for dashcam footage of a Henday accident between a white BMW SUV and a grey/black GMC 1500, northbound just before Whitemud around 7:30-7:40 a.m. on June 16. Police case: 8679289.
