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Wainwright, Alta., residents grieving but resilient after tragic fire on army base
Residents kept voting as the community grieved four deaths and dozens of injuries, with leaders praising Wainwright’s resilience and ties to the nearby base.
- Residents of Wainwright, Alberta, are grieving after a fire at nearby CFB Wainwright killed four men and injured dozens, with the community maintaining deep ties to the military base.
- Wainwright Mayor Bruce Pugh emphasized the town's enduring bond with the military, saying, "It's a part of us and we're a part of it. It's a symbiotic relationship."
- Sharon Pashko, 79, whose uncle was once commander of CFB Wainwright, expressed community pride, adding, "We've gone above and beyond and I'm very proud of Wainwright residents."
- Despite a temporary closure of the local polling station for Alberta's referendum, a steady stream of voters continued to cast ballots Monday, balancing civic duty with grief.
- Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has been meeting constituents in the Battle River-Crowfoot riding as residents navigate the tragedy alongside electoral responsibilities.
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Wainwright, Alta., residents grieving but resilient after tragic fire on army base
WAINWRIGHT - Residents of a central Alberta town are grieving after a vicious fire killed four men and injured dozens more at a nearby military base, but living alongside soldiers preparing for battle has built up a deep stoicism and…
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