Author Archives: Brian Konrad
Indications continue to point to lower water allocation in SMRID
The St. Mary's River Irrigation District says it continues on a path that indicates a below average water allocation for the summer irrigation season. Reservoirs at the headworks are up slightly since...
Mar 18, 2024
In the news today: Members of Parliament to give tributes to Brian Mulroney
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed on what you need to know today... MPs set to give tributes to Brian Mulroney Members of Parliament are returning ...
Mar 18, 2024
Doctors urge myth-busting, education to counter misinformation as measles cases rise
A troubling rise in measles cases has a Toronto doctor remembering a little girl who became blind, noncommunicative and incontinent after contracting the virus. Dr. Barry Goldlist was a medical studen...
Mar 15, 2024
Alberta Marlin Aquatic Club swimmers break club records, set sights on Westerns
Being a part of the Alberta Marlin Aquatic Club is hard work. The swimmers practice eight days in water plus two days of dryland training each week. "Balancing school and swimming can be tough and a l...
Mar 14, 2024
Medicine Hat immigrant kids learn how to skate at Redcliff arena
There is something very Canadian about learning how to skate. A pair of groups in Medicine Hat have partnered to offer kids who have immigrated here this opportunity. Saamis Immigration and Ever Activ...
Mar 14, 2024
Canada concerned as final rule for 'Product of USA' meat labels announced
Canada's federal government as well as organizations representing some the nation's beef producers warn a decision south of the border about "Product of USA" labels on meat, poultry and eggs could dis...
Mar 11, 2024
Brad Gushue wins 2024 Canadian men's curling championship
REGINA - Brad Gushue defended his Canadian men's curling championship with a 9-5 win over Saskatchewan's Mike McEwen on Sunday night. Gushue is the only man to skip teams to six Brier victories. Gushu...
Mar 10, 2024
Garage lost to fire in Dunmore
An investigation is underway after a detached garage was destroyed by fire in Dunmore overnight. City fire crews assisted county firefighters in the call which came in at 2:30 this morning. They were ...
Mar 08, 2024
Two adults, four children found dead in Ottawa-area home, police say
Ottawa police are investigating the deaths of six people including four children and two adults found in a home in the city's Barrhaven area. Police said Thursday one person has been arrested and ther...
Mar 07, 2024
February precipitation seen as promising shift in recent moisture patterns
February is usually the driest month of the year, but with above average moisture across much of southwestern Alberta last month, forecasters with Alberta agriculture say that marks a promising shift ...
Mar 06, 2024