Roadcheck blitz in Alberta and Saskatchewan flags safer trucks
Alberta and Saskatchewan officers inspected 610 commercial vehicles over 72 hours June 4 to 6 in Dunmore and Swift Current. About 20 percent or 39 of 194 Alberta inspections were out of service with most repairs done on the spot. Twelve vehicles had serious safety infractions. Nationally 7,366 trucks were checked.
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Palliser Health Authority approves 13 health projects
The Palliser Health Authority approves thirteen Action for Health projects totaling 44 587 dollars. In the Hat area these include a family and expectant mothers support group in Etzikom a Redcliff seniors activity group a home safety program an Etzikom Hat resuscitation awareness program an fibromyalgia exercise group a Medicine Hat YMCA youth moms group and regional injury prevention efforts.
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Education Shortfall Pushes Plea for Funding Vote
Hatters board considers a plebiscite for the 1998 municipal election to seek extra funds for schools amid a projected 1.2 million shortfall by 2001. Trustees argue funds would come from municipal taxes if approved, with equity concerns over provincial funding.
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Superstore Eyes Liquor Outlet Expansion in Alberta
Superstore plans to open liquor outlets in Medicine Hat and smaller cities but faces hurdles from the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission. Spokesman David Ryzebel says rules on outlet size location and branding change frequently and audits of existing outlets could affect privatization moves. Commission director Roy Bricker notes some outlets run as independent businesses but confirms current stores comply with regulations. There are 671 liquor stores in Alberta this week.
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Real Canadian Liquor Store
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College cuts drama and vocational program to balance budget
College president Ralph Weeks says low enrolment and inefficiencies force elimination of transitional vocational training and second year drama next fall. Four drama students enrolled. budget relies on a 14 percent tuition hike, increased provincial grant, reserves and 710000 for facility renewal to maintain operations.
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