City seeks court to block federal sage grouse rules
Medicine Hat files legal action with LGX Oil and Gas to quash a federal order aimed at protecting the endangered sage grouse. The city warns $80 million in lost income and 100 oil and gas wells could be affected by stricter rules to be enforced February 18 as Environment Canada tightens noise and development limits in southeastern Alberta.
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Fire at Westar Landfill declared out with demobilization planned
Cypress County officials report the Westar Landfill fire is extinguished and Hellfire Suppression Services will demobilize this weekend. Fire Chief Dennis Mann says hot spots were tackled after digging about 50 holes and a smoke plume followed. Landowners at the site seek closure and tougher Alberta Environment rules for Class 3 landfills.
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Alberta Health Minister urges flu shot amid rising H1N1 cases
Health Minister Fred Horne called for greater vaccination as H1N1 drives rising illness across Alberta with 965 lab confirmed cases and 251 hospitalizations. He noted low immunization among Albertans and health workers, while officials warn younger adults are increasingly affected.
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