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UCP faces barrage of disability and accessibility questions after rally-goers call for action and ‘meaningful consultation’

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By George Lee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The NDP bombarded cabinet last week with questions and statements critical of the province’s treatment of persons with disabilities. The onslaught by more than a dozen members of the Opposition caucus challenged the UCP on Alberta’s lack of accessibility legislation, its dollar support for people with disabilities, and its approach to housing, health care … Read more…

New solar certificate programs aim to bolster skilled trades

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By Natasha Bulowski, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Canada needs more people working in clean-tech trades, and a new solar installation course aims to make it as easy as possible to break into this line of work. George Brown College just launched new solar energy technician and solar panel installer certificate programs to prepare students for solar installation jobs. The two new … Read more…

Traffic safety tips: Motorcycle safety

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Motorcyclists are back on Alberta’s roads; keeping an eye out for them could save lives. As spring weather brings more motorcycles onto Alberta’s roads, it’s important for all road users to stay alert and share the road responsibly to ensure everyone gets home safe. Motorcycle crashes can lead to serious injury or death because riders lack the protection of an … Read more…

Melquist, Carl

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It is with great sadness that the family of Carl Lawrence Melquist announce his passing on April 19 2025.Carl is survived by his children, Jason (Bonnie) Melquist, Christine Melquist (Nathan Gilberg), Aaron (Andrea) Melquist, stepson Daryl (Natalie) Thompson as well as all of his grandchildren and great grandchildren.As per Carl’s wishes there will be no funeral service. Carl will be … Read more…

Ultrasound imaging now offered locally every week at general hospital

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By Rob Vogt People who need diagnostic imaging will not have to leave town to have that done.Since September, Radiology Associates of Lethbridge has been offering Ultrasound at the Claresholm General Hospital every Tuesday from 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.In that time, a total of 273 patients have accessed the service.Karli Martin, site manager for Claresholm General hospital, said the service … Read more…