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Mid-sized Cities Mayors' Caucus wants answers from and better relationship with province
Mayors from around Alberta are calling on the leaders of Alberta's political parties to commit to developing a framework which ensures mid-sized communities can build a more meaningful, working partne...
Mar 24, 2023
Trudeau says he accepts MP's choice to leave Liberal caucus amid meddling allegations
OTTAWA - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he accepts Han Dong's decision to leave the Liberal caucus after an allegation he spoke to a Chinese diplomat about delaying the release of two Canadians. T...
Mar 24, 2023
Winless Vancouver Whitecaps cautious ahead of matchup with undermanned Minnesota
VANCOUVER - The Vancouver Whitecaps aren't about to be lulled into a false sense of security as they head to the American Midwest this weekend. The 'Caps (0-2-2) know seven of Minnesota United's usual...
Mar 24, 2023
What’s happening in Lethbridge this weekend: March 24, 2023
LETHBRIDGE, AB - It's finally the weekend in Lethbridge and there are quite a few events planned over the next few days. Lethbridge News Now has you covered for all things happening around town. Lethb...
Mar 24, 2023
Alberta NDP accepts surplus recommendations by former VP of ATB Financial
MEDICINE HAT, AB - Alberta NDP Leader Rachel Notley has accepted recommendations in a report conducted by the former VP and chief economist of ATB Financial.Todd Hirsch provided the NDP with eight fin...
Mar 24, 2023
Province highlights support for youths pursuing careers in the trades
EDMONTON, AB - The Government of Alberta said it is partnering with two long-standing organizations to support opportunities for youth in the skilled trades and technology industries.Officials say Bud...
Mar 24, 2023
Boston forward A.J. Greer suspended one game for cross-checking on Mike Hoffman
NEW YORK - Boston Bruins winger A.J. Greer has been suspended one game for cross-checking Montreal Canadiens forward Mike Hoffman in the face, the NHL's department of player safety announced Friday. T...
Mar 24, 2023
Allow unvaccinated Canadians to cross U.S. border, Poilievre asks President Joe Biden
OTTAWA - Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says he has asked President Joe Biden to remove the U.S. government's requirement that Canadians be vaccinated for COVID-19 before crossing the border. He...
Mar 24, 2023
Alberta environment minister will not seek re-election
CALGARY, AB - A second Alberta cabinet minister will not run for re-election in the spring 2023 provincial election.Sonya Savage said in a social media post on Friday, March 24, 2023, that she has dec...
Mar 24, 2023
Blue Jackets' Patrik Laine out 2-4 weeks with triceps injury
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Columbus Blue Jackets forward Patrik Laine is out 2-4 weeks after straining a triceps muscle in practice, yet another blow to the last-place team in the NHL that has been hampere...
Mar 24, 2023