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The Town of Cochrane hosted a packed public hearing regarding a request for proposal process that would transfer operations management of their recreation centre to YMCA Calgary. Read More

The G7 is going to bring a crowd. How businesses and residents are preparing

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Calgary and the surrounding region will become a confluence of global powers in the next few days as thousands of delegates from several countries arrive in the city, taste its culture and add a flavour of their own. Read More

‘War is coming’: Canadian, other G7 leaders need to grapple with imminent threats, say experts

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G7 countries face an existential threat and their gathering at Kananaskis could be decisive in facing up to those, a University of Calgary conference on the upcoming summit heard Thursday. Read More

10 facts about the remote island known as the ‘Hawaiʻi of Japan’

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HONOLULU (KHON2) — Hachijojima is an island shaped by volcanoes, softened by forests and warmed by the ocean. Located 55 minutes by plane from Tokyo’s Haneda Airport, this subtropical island is often called the “Hawaiʻi of Japan”. The nickname comes from its black sand beaches, hot springs and friendly year-round weather. But Hachijojima is not…

Around the NHL: What the latest rumours could mean for the Flames

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Trade rumours around the NHL are starting to grow louder. Read More

Calgary still 42,000 housing units short of what’s needed: chief housing officer

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Calgary’s housing strategy is starting to pay dividends, but despite building a record number of new homes in recent years, there is still a growing housing deficit that’s now in the tens of thousands of units, according to a city official. Read More

Meredith Gaudreau in letter to Johnny: ‘You loved Calgary so much’

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In a heartfelt letter to her late husband Johnny, published by The Players’ Tribune just days before Father’s Day, Meredith Gaudreau refers to Calgary as “one of the most important places we ever spent time in” and reminisces about her introduction to the city — and the rink — where he was starring for the…

Alberta sees highest measles case count since 1986 as outbreaks span all health zones

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Alberta has recorded its highest number of measles cases in nearly four decades, with 868 confirmed infections as of Thursday. The worst year for measles in the province was previously 1986, when 843 cases were recorded. Read More

In photos, Waikīkī Beach in the 1940s and 1950s

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HONOLULU (KHON2) — Waikīkī Beach in the 21st century is full of high-rise hotels, restaurants, surf lessons and packed beaches mostly filled with tourism visitors. But 70 to 80 years ago, the entire area of Waikīkī looked very different. Thanks to a project by the Hawaiʻi State Archives, we now have a closer look at…

Innovations, challenges and optimism: Highlights from the Global Energy Show

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