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A timeline of the E. coli outbreak linked to Calgary daycares and a central kitchen

A timeline of the E. coli outbreak linked to Calgary daycares and a central kitchen

CALGARY — More than 350 people, mostly children, have been infected in an E. coli outbreak linked to multiple daycares in Calgary. Here's a timeline of key developments in the outbreak: Aug. 31 to Sept.
Driver sentenced to 12 years in hit-and-run death of Calgary police officer

Driver sentenced to 12 years in hit-and-run death of Calgary police officer

CALGARY — A young man convicted in the hit-and-run death of a Calgary police officer has been sentenced to 12 years in prison. Sgt. Andrew Harnett, 37, died after he was dragged by an SUV and fell into the path of an oncoming car on Dec. 31, 2020.
Alberta premier defends minister over possible conflict of interest concerns

Alberta premier defends minister over possible conflict of interest concerns

EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is defending one of her cabinet ministers over possible conflict of interest concerns.
Pipestone shareholders approve merger with Strathcona Resources

Pipestone shareholders approve merger with Strathcona Resources

CALGARY — Shareholders of Pipestone Energy Corp. have voted to approve a merger with Strathcona Resources Ltd., a deal the companies say will create what will be the fifth largest oil producer in Canada.
Flames winger Pelletier to undergo surgery on left shoulder, will be out indefinitely

Flames winger Pelletier to undergo surgery on left shoulder, will be out indefinitely

Calgary Flames winger Jakob Pelletier is scheduled to undergo surgery on his left shoulder next week and will be out indefinitely.
Peace officer in northern Alberta charged with child exploitation offences

Peace officer in northern Alberta charged with child exploitation offences

GRANDE PRAIRIE, Alta. — A peace officer employed by a city in northern Alberta has been charged with accessing and distributing child pornography.
Five-year-old boy from Alberta First Nation found safe

Five-year-old boy from Alberta First Nation found safe

FROG LAKE, Alta. — RCMP say a five-year-old boy who disappeared from his home on a First Nation in east-central Alberta has been found safe.
Alberta government appears to extend E. coli compensation program to more daycares

Alberta government appears to extend E. coli compensation program to more daycares

CALGARY — The Alberta government appears to have extended a one-time payment of $2,000 for each child affected by an E. coli outbreak in Calgary to 19 daycares as it is set to provide an update on the investigation.
Alberta NDP asks minister to quash application for Rocky Mountain coal mine

Alberta NDP asks minister to quash application for Rocky Mountain coal mine

Alberta's New Democrat Opposition is asking the provincial government to step in and quash applications for coal mining exploration in the Rocky Mountains.
Players who skate in non-sanctioned leagues face new Hockey Canada restrictions

Players who skate in non-sanctioned leagues face new Hockey Canada restrictions

CALGARY — Hockey players who participate in a league not sanctioned by Hockey Canada will be ineligible to compete in the Canadian Hockey League, Canadian Junior Hockey League or try for a spot Canada’s under-18 club championships for the remainder o