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Yellowhead County to purchase Crown land near Jasper National Park for tourism development

Yellowhead County to purchase Crown land near Jasper National Park for tourism development

On Nov. 26, county council approved signing a purchase contract with the Alberta government for approximately 1,874 acres near the Jasper/Hinton airport, valued at about $6.37 million.
Hinton ER going without physician coverage for five nights

Hinton ER going without physician coverage for five nights

Alberta Health Services (AHS) says this interruption is due to the inability to secure physician coverage.
Hinton RCMP looking to identify shoplifting suspect

Hinton RCMP looking to identify shoplifting suspect

On Dec. 12 and 16, a male was seen entering a store and then exiting with full carts of products from the business.
Hinton ER won't have doctor for four nights over next week

Hinton ER won't have doctor for four nights over next week

Hinton recently went without physician coverage at its emergency department for six nights during the holidays and four nights in early January.
Hinton ER won't have physician coverage for four nights

Hinton ER won't have physician coverage for four nights

Hinton recently went without physician coverage at its emergency room for six nights during the holidays.
Pathway to the Park faces pushback from some Hinton-area residents

Pathway to the Park faces pushback from some Hinton-area residents

"We respect those concerns, and then we will work towards trying to alleviate their concerns."
Hinton ER won't have doctor for six nights during holidays

Hinton ER won't have doctor for six nights during holidays

Hinton recently went without a doctor in its emergency room for three nights this week and two nights last week.
Federal environment minister under fire for Alberta coal mine expansion near Hinton

Federal environment minister under fire for Alberta coal mine expansion near Hinton

"This is a shocking decision made by a government that tries to brand itself as a global climate leader."
Hinton council finalizes new utility rate model, opts for lower fines

Hinton council finalizes new utility rate model, opts for lower fines

The utility rates, which will eventually double, are meant to cover increasing water and sewer costs, due mainly to aging infrastructure, and fund a new water treatment plant.
Hinton ER going without doctor for three nights straight

Hinton ER going without doctor for three nights straight

"We are grateful for the support of surrounding healthcare centres and medical staff and would like to thank the community for its patience and understanding during this time."
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