Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022
WEST NEWS ADVISORY
Here are the top Western stories so far today from The Canadian Press. All times are local unless otherwise stated. Entries are subject to change as news develops. If you have questions you can contact B.C./Yukon bureau chief Kevin Ward at kevin.ward@thecanadianpress.com, 604-692-1160, Prairies bureau chief Chris Purdy at chris.purdy@thecanadianpress.com, 780-412-6252, or acting Prairies news editor Colette Derworiz at colette.derworiz@thecanadianpress.com, 780-412-6263, or B.C./Yukon news editor Terri Theodore at terri.theodore@thecanadianpress.com, 604-692-1171.
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NEWS NOW
Manitoba border blockade ends: RCMP
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Emerson, Manitoba, Canada -- Protesters blocking one of the most frequently used border crossings have packed up and traffic is flowing again.
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Towing trucks from blockade a massive undertaking
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Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada -- Two associations representing the towing industry in Ontario and Alberta say expecting operators to clear blockades under the Emergencies Act is easier said than done. , Photos: 1
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Alaska harvesting depleted B.C. salmon: advocates
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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada -- Significant numbers of salmon returning to spawn in British Columbia are being caught in southeast Alaskan fisheries, hindering Canada's efforts to preserve and rebuild stocks that are declining to historic lows, B.C. salmon advocates say. By Brenna Owen. , Photos: 1
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BUZZ
Duane Lavold, musician known as Custom, dies at 54
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Toronto, Ontario, Canada -- Alt-rock raconteur Duane Lavold rattled MTV censors who banned his salacious "Hey Mister" music video from the airwaves, but those closest to the musician say he was a gentle giant who aspired to greater heights than the controversy he drew in the post-Napster era. By David Friend. , Photos: 1
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COMING LATER
VICTORIA - B.C. Seniors Advocate Isobel Mackenzie releases the 2021 Monitoring Seniors Services report. The Canadian Press is covering.
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