Water contamination prompts airliner water use halt
Air Canada Flight 841 from Manchester to Toronto stopped using on board water for beverages after crew noticed a bluish discoloration two hours into the six hour flight. 188 passengers were on board. 32 drank the water without ill effects and were informed by the airline. Authorities in Manchester investigate the source.
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Toronto
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Alberta treasurer cites billion-dollar surplus despite oil price risks
Edmonton projects a surplus worth billions even if oil prices drop. Treasurer Steve West says the province can cover $700 million in unbudgeted spending from the first quarter and still add over $2 billion to debt. He stresses one-time infrastructure spending relies on current funds, not future revenues. This follows a record $4.3 billion surplus in 1999-2000.
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Steve West
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Man denies hate role in beating case
Richer Flohr 18 says he punched Jeremy Crittenden 18 at a Medicine Hat party after being taunted by two teens who called him a redneck. Crittenden sustained a broken jaw and was unconscious. Police allege aggravated assault. other suspects unnamed.
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Jeremy Crittenden
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Ontario task force urges ending refinery ownership of retail gas outlets
An Ontario Gas Prices Review Task Force report recommends prohibiting Canada's giant refiners from operating retail gas outlets. It also calls for segmented earnings reports, possible price increase notices, and retailer ownership disclosures to boost competition and curb price manipulation. John O Toole chairs the panel.
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North America
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Canadian Institute warns divorcement not proven to lower gas prices
The Canadian Petroleum Products Institute says there is no clear evidence that divorcement would reduce gasoline prices, despite discussions about policy effects.
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Spirit and gear rise for Medicine Hat Southern Alberta Games
Todd Saelhof reports a lively lead up as about 100 of 500 volunteers gather at The Arena for a kickoff a week before the July 5 8 event in Medicine Hat. Officials push an Olympic vibe with 3 000 athletes expected across 20 disciplines and a 50 000 budget with 10 000 coming from a legacy fund.
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Sauer
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