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Properties destroyed as latest B.C. wildfire flares, forcing urgent evacuations

Properties destroyed as latest B.C. wildfire flares, forcing urgent evacuations

Owen Rose said his "worst fears were realized" as he watched an out-of-control wildfire creep over a ridge and race toward Gun Lake in southern British Columbia, destroying about a dozen properties in its path.
Soderglen Ranch just outside Airdrie officially up for sale after owner's passing

Soderglen Ranch just outside Airdrie officially up for sale after owner's passing

Owner of the Soderglen Ranch, Stan Grad, passed away at the age of 78 on July 29. His death has now prompted the official sale of the 28.5 square kilometre property in Balzac, with interest already coming from a variety of potential buyers.
Rainbow chair smashed near St. Albert

Rainbow chair smashed near St. Albert

Mayor Hnatiw frustrated by vandalism
S&P/TSX composite down more than 300 points Wednesday, U.S. stocks also fall

S&P/TSX composite down more than 300 points Wednesday, U.S. stocks also fall

“It's really the Fitch news today that's dominating the market.”
Nature Conservancy of Canada invites Airdronians to take part in annual Backyard BioBlitz

Nature Conservancy of Canada invites Airdronians to take part in annual Backyard BioBlitz

“When you get outside and start looking at nature through a more close up lens, you might start to build more of an appreciation for what’s around you,” Edwards said.
Trudeaus announce separation after 18 years of marriage

Trudeaus announce separation after 18 years of marriage

"As always we remain a close family with deep love and respect for each other and for everything we have built and will continue to build."
Grasshoppers go gangbusters in city

Grasshoppers go gangbusters in city

Hot, dry spring behind population boom
Calgary shelves annexation of Foothills County land

Calgary shelves annexation of Foothills County land

The City of Calgary has decided there's enough land within its borders to accommodate growth for the next 35 to 49 years.
6.6 million 'unsafe vehicles' ply the roads despite safety recalls: Transport Canada

6.6 million 'unsafe vehicles' ply the roads despite safety recalls: Transport Canada

OTTAWA — The federal government says some 6.6 million unsafe vehicles are likely on the road despite having unresolved safety recalls.
How rampant are climate denialists in Canada?

How rampant are climate denialists in Canada?

Amid 'rampant' misinformation on human-caused climate change, a new global study examined the beliefs of six audiences — from the alarmed to the doubtful and dismissive.
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