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New Electric Turbine
November 20, 2009 |
It's the biggest purchase the city has made, in years -- 50 million dollars for a new turbine at the power plant. Despite that hefty price tag, council approved the purchase 18 months ago, and now just this week, they're almost ready to flip the switch. Reporter Kyle Bakx has the story.
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MIld Weather
November 20, 2009 |
There's no denying many of us are happy to ditch our winter parkas this month.
With predictions of an El Nino winter, the prospect for continued mild weather is good. The majority of events similar to El Nino have led to prairie winters with very little snow. But as Ina Sidhu reports, the forecast isn't all that favourable, for everyone. |
Utility Increases?
November 19, 2009 |
Facing increasing costs -- the city's Energy division wants to jack up the service fees that appear on your monthly utility bill. It will mean an increase of a few dollars every month that electricity and natural gas customers will have to pay. But as Kyle Bakx reports, officials maintain that Hatters will still pay less than other Albertans. |
Salvation Army Christmas Kettles
November 19, 2009 |
'Tis the season of giving, but some may have a whole lot less to give this Christmas. Amid a lingering economic downturn, local charities are gearing up for their fund-raising drives. As Jeremy Hunka reports, expectations may be lower, but local agencies are still counting on your generosity. |
Alberta Health Services Cuts
November 18, 2009 |
A plan to help tackle a health care deficit above a billion dollars -- is being implemented by Alberta Services. It calls on removing over one thousand positions -- including nursing jobs. While the governing body tries to bail out their budgets -- unions and other groups are crying foul. Reporter Kyle Bakx explains. |
Blood Donors Clinic
November 18, 2009 |
Flu season has Canadian Blood Services preparing for an unknown demand of blood in the coming months. As Ina Sidhu reports, the two-day November donor clinic may have wrapped up in Medicine Hat today, but the need continues as we approach the holidays.
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HIV Medicine Hat
November 18, 2009 |
A cure for HIV and AIDS is closer than ever. This from experts at last weeks international HIV conference in Winnipeg. Microbiologists says a vaccine to combat the deadly illness will come within this generation. Here in Medicine Hat those suffering have been given new hope, but as Scott Cunningham discovered --- a cure for intolerance and prejudice would be as welcome as any vaccine for those individuals dealing everyday with HIV and AIDS. |
Event Centre Funding
November 17, 2009 |
It would cost nearly 100 million dollars and the city is looking to cover almost every penny.
A new funding scheme was unveilled for Medicine Hat's proposed new arena yesterday, with the events centre steering committee, recommending one option in particular. Jeremy hunka breaks down the numbers. |
Event Centre Support
November 17, 2009 |
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City Council Meeting
November 16, 2009 |
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H1N1 First Responders
November 16, 2009 |
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