COVID-19
NDP say UCP must shut down Cargill plant
Alberta’s NDP Official Opposition wants the UCP government to shut down the Cargill meat processing plant in High River until legal requirements to engage workers on their safety are met. […]
Month: May 2020
COVID-19
Federal government announces additional support for Canadian seniors
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced a series of additional measures he says will help Canadian seniors and provide them with greater financial security during COVID-19.
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Columns
Column: Tick checklist: How to avoid a bite on your next outdoor adventure
(NC) Canadians are born explorers. With most of us cooped up at home due to physical distancing guidelines, warmer weather can now mean it’s time to head outside. Fortunately, we have endless kilometres of land to explore across our beautiful nation, but our next escape can even be as close as our own backyards. Here are some tips to reclaim the outdoors while staying safe: […]
Business
UCP offer online relaunch resources – NDP say plans underdeveloped, underfunded
The Government of Alberta has launched a new resource it says will help businesses keep their staff and customers safer during Phase 1 of the province’s economic relaunch.
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COVID-19
Alberta COVID-19 Update May 11
Alberta reported another 47 cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the total provincial cases to date to 6,300. Of that number, 4,659 (74%) Albertans have recovered, and 117 (1.85%) have died, leaving 1,524 recorded active cases in Alberta. There are currently 73 in hospital, 12 of those in intensive care units. […]
Province
UCP roll out student transportation task force
Alberta’s UCP government was struck a task force to provide recommendations to the government on the future of student transportation across the province. The UCP says the focus will be on a number of issues, including student safety, costs, eligibility, partner collaboration and the responsibilities of school authorities and industry partners.
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Business
It’s YOUR Business: Morinville Physical Therapy
In this segment, we talk to Andrea and Lori from Morinville Physical Therapy about treating patients during the shutdown and how that has changed now that they are open once again. […]
COVID-19
CTF says job numbers show Albertans can’t afford municipal and provincial tax hikes
Alberta lost 243,800 jobs in April, following 117,100 job losses in March. Friday’s news that Alberta’s unemployment of 13.4% in April, among the highest in Canada, has the Canadian Taxpayers Federation warning politicians that those numbers show Albertans can’t afford tax hikes. […]
COVID-19
Albertans need a break on auto insurance, NDP say
Alberta’s NDP Official Opposition are looking for the UCP to cut Albertans a break on auto insurance during the pandemic and called on the government Friday to introduce relief from rising automobile insurance costs. […]
Business
Column: How to manage your finances in emergency situations
(NC) Emergency situations, such as the current COVID-19 pandemic, can be very stressful. You may experience loss of income and face difficulties in making ends meet. […]
Province
Province says CORE hub will help Alberta’s seniors
The Government of Alberta says its new $40,000 Collaborative Online Resources and Education (CORE) online hub will coordinate community services for older Albertans and seniors during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. […]
COVID-19
COLUMN: Protecting yourself from fraud during COVID-19
(NC) Safeguarding against scams can be a challenge. This is especially true during difficult periods like we are experiencing now. The COVID-19 pandemic is creating a lot of uncertainty and worry – the very things that fraudsters thrive on. […]
Local News
Our Morinville: The Week in Photos
Below are some of the photos we took this week along with our news coverage. […]
COVID-19
Alberta COVID-19 Update for May 10
May 10 UPDATE Alberta reported another 96 cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total provincial cases to date to […]
COVID-19
Alberta COVID-19 Update May 7 – No active cases in Sturgeon County
Above is the May 7 daily briefing from Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Deena Hinshaw and questions from media. […]
Crime & Police
Alberta RCMP shares motorcycle safety month tips
With warmer weather ahead, the Alberta RCMP are reminding motorcyclists to adopt safe riding behaviours they say reduce the risk of collisions.
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