Canada mourns former governor general Ray Hnatyshyn
Ray Hnatyshyn, former governor general of Canada, has died at age 68. The longtime public servant and political figure passed away yesterday prompting tributes from officials and peers. The obituary notes his years of service and impact on Canadian civic life.
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Ray Hnatyshyn
By day they are mild mannered reporters but by night they sing
In a playful contrast the piece hints at reporters who moonlight as performers. It notes a dual identity with emphasis on artistic pursuits alongside ordinary newsroom work. The snippet leaves the exact activities open but suggests a cultural or talent angle.
Tests Could Clear Laurie Bambi Bembenek of Murder Charges
Tests could clear Laurie Bembenek known as Bambi of murder charges as prosecutors weigh possible alternate verdicts. The case involves a high profile legal battle with significant media attention and ongoing investigations.
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Laurie “Bambi
Bembenek
Tribute ideas Nine competing designs
Nine designs were submitted in a tribute project, with public viewing and judging planned. The competition drew interest from local artists and community groups, aiming to select a final concept for installation on a public wall.
Christmas Program Delights School Community
Mother Teresa Grade 2 and third grade students perform at the school’s Primary Christmas Program on Thursday night, delivering seasonal songs and phrases to start the holidays.
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Mother Teresa
Alberta health report defends private sector role in ED care
The Klein government released a health care report called Going Forward praising more private delivery options and purchaser roles for health authorities. Critics call it a privatization push that contradicts the royal commission and warn it could raise costs for Albertans. Health Minister Gary Mar backs the plan, noting 49 of 50 recommendations accepted.
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Kevin Taft
Government Committee
Royal Commission
Seport
Gary Mar
Don Mazankowski
Drew Hutton
Judge admonishes mourners in Lethbridge youth murder case
In a provincial court, Judge Fred Coward criticized mourners for displaying photos of Sharla Collier during hearings for a 14 year old accused of her murder. The youth, unnamed under the Young Offenders Act, faces first degree murder charges and will undergo psychiatric assessment before potential adult court transfer decisions. The case returns Feb. 26 after evaluations by a team including a physician, psychiatrist and psychologist.
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Sharla Collier
Fred Coward
Collier
Uccu
Biasoy
Aiva
Lethbridge Community College
Harry van Harten
Calgary
Local charities face record shortfall in Christmas donations
The Salvation Army briefed Medicine Hat on a 22000 dollar drop from last year across the Christmas Kettle and letter appeal campaigns. Volunteers are scarce and the Tree of Hope and Santa Claus Fund are short as the season tightens. donors cite fatigue and mild weather. Calls to donate: Salvation Army 526 9699, Santa Claus Fund 526 1162.
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Connie Dull
Salvation Army
Medicine Hat
Army
Tree of Hope
Alan Poirier
Santa Claus Fund
Medicine Hat News
Poirier
Joyce MacDonald
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