Police back gun registry with call for independent review
Canadian Police Association delegates, after 150 votes, urge an independent review of the federal gun registry to address public concerns while front line officers largely support registration. President Grant Obst notes initial approval of Bill C-68 but cites ongoing questions about viability and cost.
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Medicine Hat and Taber Corn Wars Encore Draws a Crowd
About 500 people gathered at The Medicine Hat News to judge corn from Medicine Hat and Taber. An official 12 judge panel split in overall ratings with a tie, while Curtis Huber edged Jim Tanner in sweetness tenderness and flavor. About 900 free cobs fed attendees and 300 ballots await final tally to be published Monday.
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Transit workers gain political support in Medicine Hat case
Six former transit workers sue Medicine Hat city and others over health problems from methanol bus fuel exposure between 1986 and 1994. The Workers Compensation Board has denied claims. a Queen’s Bench ruling allows a suit for compensation, with a fall hearing likely. Politicians including Pam Barrett and Bill Bonner weigh in amid calls for easier worker compensation and a public inquiry into WCB.
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Dave Anton
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House Smart Home Cleaning Seminars Offered
An Edmonton firm promotes a 19 hour House Smart home cleaning seminar in Fort McMurray at the end of October. Anita Chamberlain of Liberty Practical Domestics says the program covers organizing, speed ironing, dishes, vacuums, pets and children. One participant or couple may be chosen for a Life Network TV series.
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Accused's mother speaks amid school shooting case
TABER teen charged with killing a classmate and wounding another at W R Myers High School plans to plead not guilty amid claims of mental unfitness. His mother says he was obsessed with Columbine and bullied, but seeks justice tempered with mercy for her son.
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