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'Unconscionable violence': Estimated $8M in damages from Edmonton's infill arson streak

Eric Bowling @ericbowling.bsky.social · 16h

'This is a devastating loss for them and frightening for the community'

#Edmonton #Yegcc #EdmontonPolice #EdmontonFire #infill #arson

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Damages from the streak of south Edmonton infill housing construction arson is in estimated to be eight million dollars, city leaders said.

Alberta man linked to right-wing extremist group gets 4-1/2 years for selling automatic rifle

Reposted by Eric Bowling

Edmonton Journal @edmontonjournal.com · 1d

Alberta man linked to right-wing extremist group gets 4-1/2 years for selling automatic rifle

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A man who was part of an Edmonton-area extremist group has been sentenced to 4-1/2 years behind bars after pleading guilty to 10 charges.

Alberta proposes changes to the Education Act to mandate math and reading assessments for students K-3

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Reposted by Eric Bowling

Edmonton Journal @edmontonjournal.com · 1d

Alberta is proposing amendments to the Education Act that would make math and literacy screenings for students in kindergarten to Grade 3 a legislative requirement, rather than just policy.

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Nicolaides said the province is proposing to make the numeracy and literacy assessment law to ensure "standardization across the province."

Braid: UCP dumps auditor general as he races to finish health scandal report

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Reposted by Eric Bowling

Edmonton Journal @edmontonjournal.com · 1d

On Monday morning, the UCP voted to get rid of the guy who’s investigating the health contract scandal.

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A UCP committee votes to replace auditor general Doug Wylie, the key person investigating the health contract scandal, writes Don Braid.

'It's frightening to the core': Sixth infill construction fire in weeks razes Saskatchewan Drive home

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Eric Bowling @ericbowling.bsky.social · 1d

'We recognize the community is concerned about these fires in their neighbourhood, and we want to assure them that this investigation is a top priority for our team'

#yegcc #yeg #Edmonton #infill #arson

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Infill homes in Glenora, Belgravia and now on Saskatchewan Drive have burned down in last week. Four of the fires have been deemed arson.

As winter draws near, Edmonton kicks off annual snow and ice control season

Eric Bowling @ericbowling.bsky.social · 4d

Officials say they want to improve communication with property owners and commuters in regards to parking bans

#yeg #edmonton #winteriscoming #snowremoval

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With many newcomers entering their first Edmonton winter this year, the city is plowing ahead with snow removal plans before snow arrives.

Province misses OIPC deadline to release Alberta Next survey results

Reposted by Eric Bowling

Edmonton Journal @edmontonjournal.com · 5d

The government has refused to release results of the surveys following multiple access to information requests from Postmedia.

The government has refused to release results of the surveys following multiple access to information requests from Postmedia.

Edmonton mother shaken, man charged, after gun fired through shared wall of townhome

Reposted by Eric Bowling

Edmonton Journal @edmontonjournal.com · 5d

An Edmonton woman is shaken and looking for answers after a gun was fired through the shared wall of her townhome.

An Edmonton woman is shaken and looking for answers after a gun was fired through the shared wall of her townhome.

'Topple the government': Unions mobilize to battle the UCP but no general strike yet

Reposted by Eric Bowling

Edmonton Journal @edmontonjournal.com · 5d

ATA president Jason Schilling said unions are in the process of educating Canadians about how historic a move it was by the UCP to use the notwithstanding clause to end a labour negotiation.

Common Front says it will organize a provincewide labour stoppage "if necessary."

New mayor and council sworn-in at city hall in multicultural ceremony

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Eric Bowling @ericbowling.bsky.social · 6d

Following the meeting, Knack said he would meet with regional municipal leaders to determine common ground the city and its neighbours can work together.

#yegcc #yeg #Edmonton

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Knack said he would meet with regional municipal leaders to determine common ground the city and its neighbours can work together.

Keith Gerein: Higher expectations face Edmonton's new city council — and job one is fixing the finances

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Reposted by Eric Bowling

Edmonton Journal @edmontonjournal.com · 7d

Edmonton's new mayor and city council are a much more seasoned group and will be expected to perform better on fixing city finances, among other issues

Edmonton's new mayor and city council are a much more seasoned group and will be expected to perform better on fixing city finances, among other issues

Union leader: UCP has 'declared war' on labour movement, and the response will be severe

Reposted by Eric Bowling

Edmonton Journal @edmontonjournal.com · 8d

Standing near the west entrance of the Alberta legislature, Gil McGowan said that the United Conservative Party has “declared war” on organized labour not only in this province, but the entire country.

"We're looking at a wide range of possible actions."

Knack to focus on homelessness, safety and affordability in first 100 days as new Edmonton mayor

Eric Bowling @ericbowling.bsky.social · 9d

Says safety, mental health, housing and homelessness were top priority heard at the doors

#yegvote #yeg #Edmonton #yegcc

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Edmonton mayor-elect Andrew Knack says there is urgency to creating day shelter spaces for the city's homeless

Struggling Downtown Edmonton eatery lashes out at city for pre-Thanksgiving eviction

Eric Bowling @ericbowling.bsky.social · 9d

"As a responsible landlord, we can’t allow anyone to use the space without a lease and the appropriate insurance in place."

#yegfood #edmonton #yeg #yeglocal

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The City of Edmonton says Continental Treat's lease was terminated by bankruptcy creditors and the eviction was for public safety

With only three candidates elected, what happens to Better Edmonton now?

Eric Bowling @ericbowling.bsky.social · 9d

The short answer is no one seems to know

#Edmonton #yegvote #YEG

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Questions are emerging as to whether Better Edmonton will persist after most of its slate, including leader Tim Cartmell, were defeated in the city's election.

Alberta unions promises "unprecedented response" if Notwithstanding Clause invoked

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Eric Bowling @ericbowling.bsky.social · 11d

"There are many avenues your government could pursue to negotiate with public sector unions that do not involve invoking the Notwithstanding Clause. We urge you to choose them."

#ABEducation #Education #Teachers

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A coalition of Alberta unions say are urging Premier Danielle Smith avoid using the Notwithstanding Clause to order teachers back to work

Edmonton Election: Who's who on the new city council?

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Eric Bowling @ericbowling.bsky.social · 11d

Four new faces will join eight returning candidates in council chambers

#yegvote #yegcc #Edmonton

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Four new faces will join eight returning candidates in council chambers

Missing ballots and delays prompt Cartmell to call for audit of Edmonton municipal election

Eric Bowling @ericbowling.bsky.social · 12d

Second place finisher voices support for audit in statement while still acknowledging Andrew Knack's victory

#yegvote #yegcc #Edmonton

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Second place finisher voices support for audit in statement while still acknowledging Andrew Knack's victory

Edmonton remand prisoner admits to killing sex offender cellmate, says he was 'so angry' after reading about sex abuse case in newspaper

Reposted by Eric Bowling

Edmonton Journal @edmontonjournal.com · 12d

Photos: Teachers and supporters rally outside Alberta legislature

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Reposted by Eric Bowling

Jonny Wakefield @jonnywakefield.bsky.social · 12d

NEWS: an Edmonton Remand Centre inmate has pleaded guilty to killing his sex offender cellmate, admitting that he was furious after reading a newspaper report about a high-profile Alberta sex abuse case. edmontonjournal.com/news/crime/e...

An Edmonton Remand Centre inmate has pleaded guilty to killing a sex offender with whom he shared a cell — admitting he told a mental health helpline he was upset after reading a newspaper report abou...

AUPE, other union leaders meet to talk job action as striking teachers face back to work order

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Reposted by Eric Bowling

Edmonton Journal @edmontonjournal.com · 12d

Union leaders from across the province will meet Friday night to discuss how they can show solidarity with Alberta teachers.

Union leaders from across the province will meet Friday night to discuss how they can show solidarity with Alberta teachers.