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Danielle Smith on lottery idea

Alberta's leader of the opposition is floating an idea to pay for new NHL arenas in Calgary and Edmonton using gambling money.

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The Homestretch - Dr. Chris Eagle on the AHS policy changeJun 18, 2013 | 7:34The Homestretch Dr. Chris Eagle on the AHS policy change Audio
The Homestretch Dr. Chris Eagle on the AHS policy change Jun 18, 2013 | 7:34Alberta Health Services will reverse their earlier decision to replace home-care services in three Alberta facilities. Homestretch host Doug Dirks talks to AHS president and CEO Dr. Chris Eagle about the changes.
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The Homestretch Lyndon Penner in Waterton Jun 18, 2013 | 5:21Our gardening columnist Lyndon Penner checks in from the Waterton Wildflower Festival, and explains how observing wildflowers in their natural habitat can help you become a better gardener at home.
The Homestretch - Trina Read: Summer camp adventuresJun 18, 2013 | 5:46The Homestretch Trina Read: Summer camp adventures Audio
The Homestretch Trina Read: Summer camp adventures Jun 18, 2013 | 5:46Is it a good idea to ship your young ones off to summer camp? Our relationship columnist Trina Read offers her advice.
The Homestretch - Diet and heart disease in childrenJun 17, 2013 | 5:40The Homestretch Diet and heart disease in children Audio
The Homestretch Diet and heart disease in children Jun 17, 2013 | 5:40A new study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal says poor eating habits in early childhood creates health risks later in life.
The Homestretch - Trade missionJun 17, 2013 | 7:36The Homestretch Trade mission Audio
The Homestretch Trade mission Jun 17, 2013 | 7:36Alberta Premier Alison Redford and energy minister Ken Hughes are in New York City this week to promote Alberta's energy sector.
The Homestretch - Refugee healthJun 17, 2013 | 7:14The Homestretch Refugee health Audio
The Homestretch Refugee health Jun 17, 2013 | 7:14Doctors and concerned citizens gathered in Calgary today to protest the cuts to refugee health coverage. Doug Dirks talks to Calgary immigration lawyer Ram Sankaran.
The Homestretch - Waterton National ParkJun 17, 2013 | 6:30The Homestretch Waterton National Park Audio
The Homestretch Waterton National Park Jun 17, 2013 | 6:30Brian Keating is visiting this World Heritage Site and he's been seeing plenty of wildlife.
The Homestretch - Safe Communities Opportunity and Resource CentreJun 17, 2013 | 6:04The Homestretch Safe Communities Opportunity and Resource Centre Audio
The Homestretch Safe Communities Opportunity and Resource Centre Jun 17, 2013 | 6:04Several Calgary agencies are coming together to connect people to services, programs and supports that already exist within the community.
The Homestretch - Man of Steel and This is The EndJun 14, 2013 | 7:13The Homestretch Man of Steel and This is The End Audio
The Homestretch Man of Steel and This is The End Jun 14, 2013 | 7:13Eli Glasner reviews the latest movie based on the Superman hero and a comedy where the actors play themselves.
The Homestretch - Medical mistakesJun 14, 2013 | 7:58The Homestretch Medical mistakes Audio
The Homestretch Medical mistakes Jun 14, 2013 | 7:58Dr. Brian Goldman was in Calgary today speaking to medical professionals about some of the difficulties facing doctors when they make mistakes.
The Homestretch - Two premiers meetJun 14, 2013 | 7:27The Homestretch Two premiers meet Audio
The Homestretch Two premiers meet Jun 14, 2013 | 7:27Alison Redford and B.C premier Christy Clark met in Kelowna today. Doug Dirks talks to Graham Thomson a political reporter with the Edmonton Journal.
The Homestretch - Food trucksJun 14, 2013 | 6:34The Homestretch Food trucks Audio
The Homestretch Food trucks Jun 14, 2013 | 6:34The public consultation period on proposed bylaws ends today. Doug Dirks talks to Aman Adatia the owner of the Naaco food truck and a member of YYC Food Trucks.
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The Homestretch Diner en Blanc Jun 14, 2013 | 7:09The exclusive picnic imported from Paris is coming to our city for the first time on July 4th. Doug Dirks talks to one of the organizers Cory Edwards and Chef Andrew Winfield.
The Homestretch - Plus-sized modelJun 13, 2013 | 7:04The Homestretch Plus-sized model Audio
The Homestretch Plus-sized model Jun 13, 2013 | 7:04Calgary's Sunday Omony tours schools talking about body image and self-esteem. She is one of the featured speakers at Calgary's TEDxYYC in the Jack Singer Concert Hall Friday afternoon.
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The Homestretch Mosquito explosion Jun 13, 2013 | 2:57Jenny Howe and Doug Dirks of the Homestretch talk about the swarms of mosquitoes in our city and what is being done to control them.

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