Council Bans Downtown Skateboarding Amid Controversy
A city bylaw bans skateboarding downtown provoking protest from skateboarders and some aldermen. Critics argue the rule targets youth and subculture, with calls to extend limits to rollerblades and scooters and to focus on vandalism laws instead. Reporter Tim Campbell notes community disappointment and upcoming coverage in October.
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Alberta Mosquito Campaign Sparks Debate On Public Spending
Alberta unveils a one million dollar public information campaign on West Nile virus during Stanley Cup final coverage. The ad links mosquito bites to coma and death, while brain injury costs and prevention tips are noted, urging safer outdoor enjoyment and helmet use in risky activities.
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Gary Mar
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Liberal panic bites at Harper choosing for Canada
Letter writer from Medicine Hat criticizes Liberal mismanagement and Hedging by Paul Martin. He mocks Liberal spending on gun registry and sponsorship scandal claims while defending Stephen Harper as better for Canada. The piece targets Allan Rock Sheila Copps and the 2004-06 Liberal record.
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Medicine Hat
Karen Cunningham Theatre Named At Medicine Hat High
The Medicine Hat High School theatre was named The Karen Cunningham Performing Arts Theatre after 11 years without a formal name. Karen Cunningham played a key role in securing a new, larger venue with proper lights and sound, funded by drama productions and student efforts, and her nickname KC was embraced by students and friends.
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Memorial Cup Effort Sparked By Medicine Hat Tigers
Doug Meadows offers guidance after a Memorial Cup showing in Kelowna B C praising Tiger players and criticizing Willie Desjardins coaching decisions and bench management. The critique centers on player rotation and on ice opportunity amid fatigue and televised tension.
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