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Columns
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Dining Out
Adding Sunshine to 97 Street
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McCauley Community League Update
Good News, Thanks, and Lots Happening
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Something Funny
Something Funny
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Boyle Street Community League Update
Get to Know Your Neighbours
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Keri’s Corner
Summer Treasures
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Our Volunteers
John Gee: A Travelling Man
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Editor’s Notes
July & August 2014
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McCauley Musings
Editing Challenges
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Ability and Community
Nothing Like Summer
Letters
Italian Centre Celebrates 55 Years
A birthday party and World Cup soccer game broadcast in Caboto Park drew at least 1000 people on June 14.
Inside this month
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Soccer Season Wraps Up in McCauley
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Get on the LIVINGbridge
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Heart of the City Music and Arts Festival
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Church Street Fair Will Celebrate History
The Church Street Fair on July 12 will be a celebration of history.
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Boyle Street Art
There is a lot of public art to check out over the summer in Boyle Street.
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Senior Activities Update
An update on the survey concerning activities for seniors in McCauley.
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Transparency and Respect
The first board meeting of the new McCauley Community League that was open to the public demonstrated the MCL is making good on its campaign promises.
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Osteoarthritis: An Introduction
Do you know what osteoarthritis is? Here is an introduction to this common but debilitating condition.
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Summer at the Bissell Drop-In Centre
Looking for something to do during the summer? Short on cash? The Bissell Drop-In Centre has lots of activities.
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Creating Pathways Out of Exploitation
Bursaries help women (and some men) further their education and make a better life for themselves and their children. Here is now CEASE helps.
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A Dog Park in McCauley – Progress Report
There may be a chance to test out the idea of having a dog park in McCauley.
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Leaf a Legacy: A special contest for McCauley yards!
A contest to celebrate the beautiful yards in McCauley.
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Planning Committee Needs You!
The McCauley Community League’s Planning Committee is looking for new members.
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Lady Gaga Amazes
The Lady Gaga concert in Edmonton was an unforgettable experience.
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Summer in McCauley
The many things that Leif likes about summer in McCauley.
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Summer Crime Prevention Tips
Some simple tips to have a safe and enjoyable summer.
Neighbourhood Views
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Remembering the Homeless – The ninth annual Edmonton Homeless Memorial Service took place on May 23 at the Homeless Memorial Sculpture. The service honours the lives of men and women who died in the previous year as a result of not having a home. In 2013, 40 homeless people (11 women and 29 men) died. Bob McKeon places a ribbon in memory of a deceased homeless person. Paula E. Kirman
Slacking Off – Slack rope walkers in Giovanni Caboto Park. Paula E. Kirman
Remembering the Homeless II – The ninth annual Edmonton Homeless Memorial Service took place on May 23 at the Homeless Memorial Sculpture. The service honours the lives of men and women who died in the previous year as a result of not having a home. In 2013, 40 homeless people (11 women and 29 men) died. Inner Voice, a new inner city choir, performs. Paula E. Kirman
A Spectacle on Wheels – Just when you think you’ve seen everything, a man on stilts riding a large bicycle comes riding past Giovanni Caboto Park. Paula E. Kirman
Primavera Prior to the Rain – Some of the art tents at Primavera in Caboto Park on May 25. An afternoon downpour forced most of the vendors to pack up early. Megan Heather
Cleaning Up McCauley – Around 40 volunteers helped out at the annual McCauley Clean Up on June 14 - including Ward 6 City Councillor Scott McKeen. Wesley May
Around the Neighbourhood
Write for Us!
We are always looking for new writers and photographers, as well as ideas for future stories. Email Paula with your submissions, feedback, and ideas.
Upcoming Themes
September’s theme is “Cultures.” What is your background? How did you come to move here? We’re looking for immigration stories and profiles of local people from different cultures. Also, what are your favourite ethnic restaurants, businesses, or events? Deadline: August 12. Submissions should be no longer than 500 words and be accompanied by photos when possible. Send your work to: editor@bmcnews.org.