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Week of Feb 2, 2009

February 6, 2009 Job Losses	It's been a tough month for some Medicine Hat families. Goodyear announced that 35 employees will be put out of work by the end of March. The oilpatch continues to suffer as well. But some surprising new figures from Statistics Canada show Medicine Hat may be bucking a national trend. Jeremy Hunka explains.
February 5, 2009 Recruiting Doctors	Finding a family doctor in Medicine Hat can be a daunting task for newcomers to the city. But some relief may be coming. Not one, but two new doctors could be setting up their practices in Medicine Hat. Reporter Kyle Bakx caught up with the pair of physicians as they were being given a tour of the city.
February 4, 2009 Food Crisis	The high cost of utilities apparently have a significant impact on local families abilities to make ends meet. As Jeremy Hunka reports, an increased need for help in our city is forcing one local organization that helps residents take extraordinary steps.
February 4, 2009 Utility Rate Cuts	The dust is beginning to settle from Monday's city council meeting -- but all the approved cuts made to utility rates, are just now being revealed. Many aldermen say they've restored the Medicine Hat advantage for residents. But as reporter Kyle Bakx tells us, city officials are continuing to make changes.
February 3, 2009 Ashton's Place	The family of slain Brooks teenager Ashton Moen have signed a lease to establish a drop-in centre for Brooks youth. The centre will be called Ashton's Place in memory of the 17-year-old. For the last two and a half years -- the family has been raising funds for the project. Reporter Kyle Bakx has the story from Brooks.
February 2, 2009 City Council Report	A pair of important decisions Monday night at Medicine Hat City Council. Council has approved a motion which could lead to lower utility rates for residents, and has also approved a letter calling for changes to the Trans Canada highway through our city. Kyle Bakx has the details.

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