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Harper taking to airwaves in bid to save government
Prime Minister Stephen Harper is taking his message to the airwaves tonight in a bid to convince Canadians he is still the best choice to lead the country.

Canada joins cluster bomb treaty, U.S. absent
Canada has signed onto an international treaty to ban cluster bombs, though the U.S. and Russia have declined to join the effort.

Afghan troops now required on all ISAF missions
A Canadian spokesperson for the International Security Assistance Force said Wednesday that under a new directive, Afghan soldiers must be involved in all operations by ISAF members.

RCMP fatally shoot man in Cape Breton community
Major crime units are investigating the death of a man who was shot by an RCMP officer in Cape Breton on Tuesday following a domestic abuse complaint.

Coalition feud sparks flurry of online reaction
The unprecedented crisis in Ottawa appears to be making more than just political history. It's also thrusting Canadians into the brave new world of virtual campaigning.

Sean Avery scheduled to meet NHL commissioner
Sean Avery will face the music Thursday in New York. The Dallas Stars super-pest is scheduled to meet with NHL commissioner Gary Bettman to explain some controversial comments.

Professor loses bid for bail in 1980 bombing case
A university professor facing murder charges from a 1980 bombing in Paris has been denied bail as he awaits hearings for extradition to France.

Greyhound drivers welcome new security measures
Starting this week, Greyhound passengers in Edmonton, Winnipeg and Calgary are being swept before boarding by hand-held metal detectors. Drivers are welcoming new security measures.

RCMP say EnCana targeted in pipeline bombings
Calgary-based energy giant EnCana (TSX:ECA) was likely the intended target of three gas industry bombings in northern B.C., the RCMP said Wednesday, publicly speculating for the first time about what may have motivated the attacks.

Pro and anti-coalition rallies planned across Canada
Political battle lines drawn on Parliament Hill are being extended from coast to coast with several rallies planned Thursday in support of a new coalition government and counter demonstrations in defence of Stephen Harper's minority Conservatives set for the weekend.

Recession threat slows home sales, ReMax says
Lower consumer confidence and a slumping economy will pull down the average price of a house in Canada by about five per cent by the end of 2009, according to a new report.

Crews search for sunken boat's survivors off N.L.
The Canadian Coast Guard is continuing its search this morning for four crew members who were on board a cargo ship that sank off Newfoundland.

Canadian accused of smuggling people going home
A Canadian who was caught trying to smuggle four Chinese to Michigan in a boat is being released.

Canadian junior hockey players to battle for spots
Almost half of the Canadian junior hockey team's roster is made up of players under the age of 18. There are five 17-year-olds and 13 players aged 18 on the 38-player roster.

TSX down only slightly as financials limit losses
The Toronto stock market closed little changed Wednesday as a burst in financial stocks helped offset falling energy and base metal stocks.

Canada expects U.S. queries about stability
The whole world is watching and our closest ally - the United States - is worried as Canada goes through a "constitutional psychodrama," Foreign Affairs Minister Lawrence Cannon said Tuesday.

Obama names Bill Richardson secretary of commerce
President-elect Barack Obama named New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson as commerce secretary on Wednesday, placing a second former campaign rival in his new Cabinet.

Leftover explosives found in Mumbai train station
Police on Wednesday discovered leftover explosives hidden in a bag in Mumbai's main train station. It's a stunning new example of botched security, and leaves the government open to accusations it missed warnings and bungled its response.

Pakistan army says airstrikes kill 30 militants
Pakistani airstrikes and a suspected suicide attack left 34 dead near the Afghan border on Wednesday, security forces said, as the U.S. urged broader action against militants after the Mumbai terror attacks.

U.S. judge refuses to double terrorist's sentence
A federal judge in Seattle has re-imposed a 22-year sentence on terrorist Ahmed Ressam. Prosecutors had sought a life term.

U.S. voter turnout lower than expected in election
For all the hue and cry in Canada about low voter turnout for October's federal election, one of the most momentous presidential votes in U.S. history didn't do a whole lot better.

UAW agreeable to renegotiate Detroit Three terms
United Auto Workers president Ron Gettelfinger said Wednesday that the union is willing to change its contract and delay billions of dollars in payments to a union-run health-care trust to help the struggling Detroit Three automakers.

Reconciliation needed in Iraq's most violent city
It's a dirty, numbing, dangerous job in Iraq's deadliest city, and pays a modest $500 a month. But when the Mosul police department recently advertised for college graduates to fill 200 positions as traffic policemen, it was deluged with 2,000 applications.

Pirate attack surprised cruise ship passengers
Passengers on a luxury cruise liner attacked by pirates in the dangerous waters between Yemen and Somalia said Wednesday they were surprised by the assailants' boldness and described hearing the "Pop! Pop! Pop!" of the pirates' rifles firing at the ship.

Thai airport reopens after PM ousted by court
The first commercial flight in a week arrived in Bangkok on Wednesday as anti-government protesters ended their siege of the country's two main airports, declaring victory after Thailand's prime minister was ousted by a court ruling.

Few kids walk to school anymore, study finds
Only 30 per cent of children walk or bike to school each day, according to a new study, which is why many of them don't meet the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity per day.

Anti-bleeding drug alternatives may be better: study
A new analysis of clinical trials of a controversial anti-bleeding drug used in heart surgery says that cheaper, safer alternatives work nearly as well and should be recommended.

CFIA orders recall of Santa Lucia ricotta cheese
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency and International Cheese Co. Ltd. are warning people not to eat Santa Lucia brand ricotta cheese because the product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Conjoined twin dies after separation surgery
A week-old baby has died after surgery to separate her from her twin sister, British doctors said Wednesday.

Six new prescriptions covered by Ont. drug plan
Ontario is adding six prescription drugs to those covered under the Ontario Public Drug Programs, including one used by diabetics.

Report: Young doctors still too tired for safety
Doctors-in-training are still too exhausted, says a new report that calls on hospitals to let them have a nap. Regulations that capped the working hours of bleary-eyed young doctors came just five years ago, limiting them to about 80 hours a week.

Study raps Web sites touting stem cell therapies
Consumers should be wary of Web sites from clinics that offer stem cell treatments, says a study that found a lack of firm medical evidence to back up their claims.

Ovarian cancer subtypes distinct diseases, study finds
The various subtypes of ovarian cancer are actually distinct diseases, says a new study which argues lumping them together is impeding the search for more effective treatments for this deadly form of cancer.

Alberta NDP calls for inquiry into syphilis outbreak
Alberta's opposition NDP is calling on the province to launch an inquiry into how Premier Ed Stelmach's government has handled a recent outbreak of syphilis.

Group renews calls for universal drug coverage
The Canadian Health Coalition renewed its call for a national pharmacare program Tuesday, releasing a report detailing the hardships faced by Canadians without a drug plan.

6 babies may have died from tainted milk: officials
China's Health Ministry says six babies may have died from tainted milk, up from a previous official figure of three deaths.

Number of MDs growing faster than population
The number of doctors working in Canada grew faster than the national population over the most recent five-year period, a new report has found.

AIDS crisis overblown? Some experts dare to say so
As World AIDS Day is marked Monday, some experts are growing more outspoken in complaining that AIDS is eating up funding at the expense of more pressing health needs.

Celebrities to flock to inauguration for Obama
The Super Bowl? Forget it. The Oscars? Who cares. The biggest star-studded event on the horizon is President-elect Barack Obama's inauguration.

Kid Rock upset at Ga. judge's ruling
In a post on his Web site, the rocker blasts a judge for denying his request to serve his 80 hours of community service by performing for U.S. troops stationed in the Middle East.

Economic crisis no excuse to cut foreign aid: Geldof
Musician and activist Bob Geldof says the current economic crisis is no excuse to cut foreign aid.

Madonna meets with former guerrilla-held hostaqe
Madonna met with a president and a former guerrilla-held hostage Tuesday at Argentina's presidential palace, where she filmed "Evita" 12 years ago.

K-Fed: I'd rather see my kids than Britney's money
Kevin Federline says money was no object in his custody battle with Britney Spears, and that he vowed to "spend every last dime" to make sure that sons Sean Preston and Jayden James were OK.

Montreal director's doc nominated for Spirit Award
Anne Hathaway's family drama "Rachel Getting Married," the border-smuggling tale "Frozen River" and the Deep South saga "Ballast" lead the nominees for independent film's Spirit Awards this year with six nominations each, including best picture.

James Cameron says he can't live up to 'Avatar' hype
Canadian director James Cameron says his upcoming big-budget 3-D movie "Avatar" couldn't possibly live up to the hype on the Internet ahead of its release late next year.

Tom Hanks angling for inauguration spot, any spot
Tom Hanks wants to attend President-elect Barack Obama's inauguration even if he doesn't get a front-row seat. Or any seat at all.

Woman sues Tyler Perry for copyright infringement
Tyler Perry went to court to face allegations that he stole material from someone else for his blockbuster film "Diary of a Mad Black Woman."

'It's not about perfection,' says globe-trotting gourmet
Globe-trotting gourmets Naomi Duguid and Jeffrey Alford may or may not serve turkey at their Christmas meal, but they will most certainly make Thai sticky rice.

Fight for rights
You may own the property, but unless you hold the mineral rights, any prospector can move in and stake a claim. And if they want to drill, just try to stop them.

Protecting its Own
In March, 2008, W-FIVE aired "Right to Know" -- an investigation into medical secrecy and the case of Toronto gynecologist, Dr. Richard Austin.

Saving Simcoe
From injured bear cubs to orphaned moose, W-FIVE goes inside a unique animal sanctuary where dedicated staff nurse their animal patients back to health and return them to the wild.

Fact or fallacy
Are chiropractors helping -- or hurting -- Canadians? W-FIVE investigates the controversial debate, argued by medical doctors, chiropractors, patients and lawyers, over the safety and science behind chiropractic therapy.

Pigeons for the taking
A creditor in Ontario has taken a rare step to try to put the man at the centre of a multi-million dollar pigeon-farming scheme into personal bankruptcy. As W-FIVE's Victor Malarek reports, farmers who invested in the scheme found themselves saddled with huge debts and barns filled with birds.

Citizen of Canada
W-FIVE's Victor Malerek investigates how a career criminal goes from deportee to Canadian citizen. How did he do it and why did our government let it happen?

What lies beneath
W-FIVE looks beneath the surface of a picturesque Ontario town and finds a town divided -- between supporters of the nuclear industry, and those worried by what they describe as the industry's toxic fallout.

Beyond the Schoolyard
Cyberbullying is all too common in Canada. One in five boys and one in three girls report being involved in cyberbullying. Name-calling, taunts or threats using a cell phone, email or posted on the Internet. These figures rank Canada as one of the worst in the world for cyberbullying, with higher rates than the U.S.

Targeted Enforcement
How the over-worked Peel Regional Police is using "targeted enforcement," by putting officers into hot spots to catch criminals and keep the streets safer.

Deception
It was called Operation Deception. The code name for a high stakes undercover RCMP drug investigation with the goal to infiltrate major international drug operations and Alain Olivier was one of the targets.

Tories, Grits hurl insults during political showdown
The showdown in Ottawa reached a fever pitch Tuesday as Prime Minister Stephen Harper accused his foes of "betraying" voters while the opposition said the Tories have been misleading the country.

McGuinty wants to keep momentum on auto aid
Premier Dalton McGuinty wants the federal government to keep working with Ontario on financial help for the auto sector, even if Parliament is prorogued.

Coalition governments in Canada and other countries
A quick look at coalition governments over the years, both in Canada and elsewhere in the world.

Search is on for crew of capsized cargo ship
A search is underway for four crew members of a cargo vessel that capsized off the southeast coast of Newfoundland. The vessel was found after going missing Monday night.

Big Three beg U.S. Congress for billions
Humbled and fighting for survival, Detroit's once-mighty automakers appealed to Congress with a retooled case for a huge bailout Tuesday, pledging to slash workers, car lines and executive pay in return for a federal lifeline.

Ottawa, Ontario appoint adviser on auto crisis
The federal and Ontario governments have appointed a special adviser on the auto crisis and restructuring plans.

Thailand's airports to reopen after PM resigns
Anti-government demonstrators in Thailand declared victory Tuesday and said they will end their occupation of the country's two main airports after a court decision forced the country's prime minister from office.

Cable television mogul Ted Rogers dies at 75
Ted Rogers, the 75-year-old founder and CEO of Rogers Communications Inc., died at his home overnight. Rogers, who built his company into a $22 billion empire, had been suffering from congestive heart failure.

 

 

 

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Dylan McDermott Finalizes Divorce
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Guy Behind Taylor Swift Love Song Revealed
The man who inspired "Hey Stephen" is Love and Theft singer Stephen Barker Liles<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/people/headlines/~4/473009037" height="1" width="1"/>

Julianne Hough and Boyfriend Talk Marriage
"We definitely want to go there," the Dancing star, whose boyfriend is country singer Chuck Wicks, tells PEOPLE<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/people/headlines/~4/472848734" height="1" width="1"/>

PHOTOS: Jessica Alba Bares Body After Baby for Calendar
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Patrick Swayze Responds to 'Lies' About His Condition
The actor shoots down the "negative shadow on the positive and good fight I'm fighting"<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/people/headlines/~4/472656119" height="1" width="1"/>

Mariska Hargitay Hoping for Second Baby
The Law & Order: SVU star says she and her husband are "trying" to give son August a sibling<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/people/headlines/~4/472959361" height="1" width="1"/>

Audrina Says She Never Called Lauren a 'Slut'
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Britney Spears Celebrates 27th Birthday Under the Big Top
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Lawyer: William Balfour Innocent of Jennifer Hudson Family Murders
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 Movie Night

Come out and witness how the Hanna Youth Club transforms the Community Centre into Hanna’s Theatre!

Check the Movie Line for what’s playing 854-2798.

 

THURSDAY November 27th , 2008

Community Centre (503 5th Ave West)

7:00pm

$3.00/individual, $10.00/immediate family

Concession Available

 Volunteers are needed.  If you would like to volunteer for this program, please contact Damien Traverse at 854-4433.Let the Mayor Promote Your Events on Q91

The Mayor has an opportunity to talk about up and coming events and activities within Hanna every Tuesday morning on Q91 radio.  If you have an event coming up that you would like her to promote, please contact the Town Office with details.  


  THE YOUTH CLUB WANTS YOU !!!
The Hanna & District Youth Club Board is currently looking to recruit new board members. 
If you want to be involved with the youth in Hanna this is the perfect place to be! For more information 
or if you are interested please contact Damien Traverse @ 403-854-4433
  


 Attention: Adult Recreation Leagues are back! 

  That’s right! Adult Recreation Leagues are back for another exciting season of fun, laughs and physical activity.

Volleyball
When: Tuesdays
Where: JC Charyk
Time: 8:00pm to 9:30pm

Badminton
When: Thursdays
Where: JC Charyk
Time: 8:00pm to 9:30pm
For more information please contact Damien Traverse at (403) 854-4433


  BABY PLAYTIME

WHEN: October 15 until December 3
TIME: Wednesday’s from 1:00pm – 2:30pm
WHERE: Hanna Primary School Playtime Room 
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Town of Hanna Public Skating Times

Friday's 6:30 - 7:50 p.m.
Sunday's 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Moms & Tot Skating
Monday's and Wednesday's
1:00p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Noon Hour Hockey
Monday's, Wednesday's and Friday's
12 noon to 1:00 p.m. 

Open Ice Time
Friday's: 3:00pm - 5:10pm
Want to go skating for a birthday party or just to rent the ice, see any of our arena
attendants for the cost and to confirm your booking!

For more information regarding Arena Schedule go to www.hanna.ca and check it out! 

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Men's Recreation Hockey League Players Wanted

Are you are interested in playing Sunday evening league?
Six teams are always looking for additional players.
Contact Kathy at the Town office and leave your name and contact info.
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Wanted Volunteer Firefighters


The Town of Hanna is looking for men and women who enjoy working as a team 
and are able to respond to emergencies in the town and surrounding area.

You must be at least 18 years of age and;
--have a valid Alberta drivers license.
-- be able to attend 4 hours of training per month. (Wednesday evenings)

Training and gear will be supplied.

Applications are available at the town office. 
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      The Mayor proclaims November as:
“Seniors’ Falls Prevention Month”
This province-wide campaign, entitled “Finding Balance”, was formally launched at the Alberta 
Legislature On Monday November 3rd, 2008 by Premier Ed Stelmach. He will be accompanied 
by the Health & Wellness Minister, the Honorable Ron Leipert, and the Seniors and Community 
Supports Minister, the Honorable Mary Anne Jablonski. 

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  Goodbye to Old Paint…..
Alberta has a new paint recycling program that will help divert paint and paint containers, 
including any hazardous material, from our landfills to be processed and recycled.
Containers are now available at Big Country Waste Management Commission.
Please call Big Country Waste @ 403-854-3308 or visit www.albertarecycling.ca for more 
information of what materials are allowed and what materials are not.


 The Hanna Farmer’s Market is looking for a Market Manager. This is a 
volunteer position coordinating and communicating with Market Vendors & the 
Farmers’ Market Committee. If you are interested, please contact Laurie 
Armstrong at the Town Office. If you have questions about the responsibilities 
associated with this rewarding community event, please contact Dolores Clow 
at (403) 854-4385.
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Potluck and Family Night
WHEN: Dec. 3rd at 6:00pm
WHERE: Hanna Primary School-Golden Prairie Parent Link Playroom
This is open to all families and caregivers with children of all ages. Ham, buns and 
beverages are provided. Families are asked to bring a dish of
their choice to compliment the meal. Please register by calling 857-9553.

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Do some Christmas shopping at the Town Office!
All Nickelback Merchandise is deeply discounted.

Navy/Grey baseball shirt.
Regular price $30.00 NOW on sale for $12.00

Jr. Rockstar Pink Hoodie
Regular price $40.00 NOW on sale for $20.00 while supplies last! 
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Java Jive
Sat., Nov. 29th
6:30pm – 8:00pm
“Fiddler Night”
Located at Homestyle Pies
Check it out after the Light Up Parade!
Everyone Welcome

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TOWN OF HANNA
NOTICE – BYLAW 946-2008 – DEFEATED

BYLAW 946-2008 - to re-designate the following lands:
Lot 19, Block 6, Plan 011 2810 104 Donald Drive
Lot 20, Block 6, Plan 011 2810 106 Donald Drive
Lot 21, Block 6, Plan 011 2810 108 Donald Drive
from “R-1” – Low Density Residential District to “R-2” – Medium Density Residential District to allow for duplex housing construction was defeated at the November 18, 2008 Council Meeting. The land shown on the plan below will remain R-1 – Low Density Residential 
Go to www.hanna.ca to see plan.

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NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT

Take notice that the following Development Permit was issued in accordance with the Town Of Hanna Land Use Bylaw #903-2002

*November 18th, 2008

DEVELOPMENT: D56-08

CIVIC ADDRESS: 813 – Centre Street
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot(s) 7, Block: 55, Plan 6066 GV;
Roll # 42400
LAND-USE DISTRICT: R-2 Medium Density Residential District

PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: HOME OCCUPATION: Vitamin, Minerals & Food Supplement Sales

*November 25th, 2008

DEVELOPMENT: D57-08

CIVIC ADDRESS: 601 – Centre Street
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot(s) 1- 4, Block: 37, Plan 6133 AW;
Roll # 47200
LAND-USE DISTRICT: R-2 Medium Density Residential District

PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: Commercial Operation: Family Childcare Day Home Service.

*December 2, 2008

DEVELOPMENT: D59-08

CIVIC ADDRESS: 608 – 6 Avenue West
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot(s) 25, Block: 1, Plan 3688 JK;
Roll # 117400
LAND-USE DISTRICT: R-1 Low Density Residential District

PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: HOME OCCUPATION: Vitamin Supplement Distributor

ANYONE APPEALING THIS DECISION MUST, WITHIN FOURTEEN (14) DAYS OF THE DATE ON THIS NOTICE,
SUBMIT WRITTEN NOTICE OF APPEAL TO;
SECRETARY, DEVELOPMENT APPEAL BOARD,
c/o TOWN OF HANNA, P. O. BOX 430, HANNA,
ALBERTA, T0J 1P0.

NOTE; A PROCESSING FEE OF $100 MUST ACCOMPANY EACH APPEAL.

For additional information contact the Development Officer at 854-4433 
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