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On the agenda: Zoning bylaw, Happy Beer Street, tax forgiveness
This week, councillors are scheduled to discuss proposed changes to the zoning bylaw, an entertainment district on Happy Beer Street, and whether they should forgive taxes for a handful of non-profits.
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Your turn: Nuclear energy, county satisfaction, Fort Sask policing
The provincial government's public engagement sessions on nuclear energy will make their way to Edmonton on Feb. 17. Plus, opportunities for public engagement in Leduc, Strathcona County, Leduc County, and Fort Saskatchewan.
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A moment in history: Feb. 6, 1947
On this day in 1947, there were hints of an oil discovery that would forever change Edmonton and Alberta as a whole.
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EPIC co-founder focuses on better event bookings after food-hall closure
After getting sick of the friction involved in booking events, the co-founder of the shuttered EPIC Market has decided to develop a new software-based venture called Better Venu.
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Zoning overhaul starts to deliver on promise of mixed-use neighbourhoods
A bakery and baking school in Bonnie Doon could be one of the first commercial establishments to open within a mature residential neighbourhood under Edmonton's renewed zoning bylaw, more than two years after the overhaul made such developments easier.
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Georgian restaurant finds success within fried chicken joint
The owners of Twist & Taste have moved their business from a sandwich counter outside of Edmonton's city limits into the heart of Old Strathcona, citing high demand for their Eastern European food.
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King of Tarts finds 'redemption' at old Sugared & Spiced location
A popular vegan baker is back in action after hanging up his apron last year.
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New program pairs Edmonton startups with businesses that build
Edmonton Unlimited is looking to be the matchmaker connecting tech startups with businesses that want to innovate.
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Drilling diagnostics startup gets Chevron's help to tap investment
An Edmonton company that helps drillers get deep insights — literally — is getting investment-ready by participating in the Chevron Technology Ventures Catalyst Program.
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