Border town reflections on cross border trade and Viagra cure
Humorous column describes Havre and Shelby Montana markets suffering from weaker Canadian-American trade. It notes dropped car traffic, cheaper Canadian prices, and a wave of Alberta ranchers crossing border for Viagra treatment. The piece satirically blames El Nino for herd issues and touts Pfizer Viagra as a boost to local shoppers and morale.
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Alberta Weather Outlook Across Regions This Week
The bulletin lists daily high and low temperatures across regions such as Southern and Central Alberta, Jasper and Banff. Expect mainly sunny to partly cloudy skies with daytime highs from 16 to 22 Celsius and nighttime lows generally between 5 and 8, with some pockets of cloud cover and light winds.
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Controversy Over 6000 Cattle Feedlot Near Lethbridge
A heated Alberta hearing ended with bias allegations against Evert Van Essen on Monarch Feeders proposed feedlot in Feedlot Alley between Monarch and Turin. Opponents claim a premeeting discussion with Van Essen and Jack DeBoer, owner of Monarch Feeders, tainted the appeal. A two week board deadline looms as residents cite air and water degradation and increased truck traffic from the sprawling operation.
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Unelo sought in Medicine Hat vehicle theft spree
Crime Stoppers asks for help solving 12 thefts from motor vehicles in Medicine Hat between April 25 and 26. Stolen items include cell phones radar detectors rims tires and compact discs with total losses over 5000. Reward up to 2000 for information leading to arrests. Call 527 8477 with anonymity.
Charity barbecue aims to boost Crohn's funding nationwide
The Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Canada plans a Saturday charity barbecue to raise funds and awareness across the country. Last year the drive brought in 500 thousand dollars. this year’s target is 550 thousand, with ten years of events totaling about 3 million if met.
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Closet cleanout to sell on consignment for space and cash
A spring tip urges clearing cluttered closets and drawers by taking unused clothes coats and shoes to a consignment store where they will be sold. This can create space at home and earn money for organizers or future purchases.
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