RCMP concerned about arrows being shot in Fort Saskatchewan
The Fort Saskatchewan RCMP have received multiple complaints about arrows being shot around the city.
Between June 23 and July 18, arrows have been reported at James Mowat Park, Our Lady of Angels school park, a business on 99 Avenue, and two private residences.
The businesses and the homeowners had the arrows lodged into the siding of their properties.
"RCMP wish to remind the public of the dangers of shooting arrows in public places, as well as the criminal aspects associated," police said in a release.
Fertilizer prices continue to be impacted by the current global situation
A number of factors are impacting the volatility in the fertilizer market.
Josh Linville, the Director of Fertilizer with StoneX Financial says a lot of what's happening with fertilizer prices is based on the global situation and is being government driven right now.
City facilities open to anyone looking to beat the heat
Need some relief from the heat? Here's where to go.
Residents of Fort Saskatchewan are encouraged to cool off at city facilities to escape the hot weather. On Wednesday (July 28), Environment Canada issued a heat warning due to high temperatures predicted for the coming days. With the humidity, Thursday's 31 C high will feel closer to 37 C.
The City of Fort Saskatchewan encourages people to cool off at these locations:
- Dow Centennial Centre
Open Monday to Friday: 6:00am to 9:00pm
Doctors say lack of communication on epidural shortage 'frustrating'
A shortage of epidural tubes used to provide pain medication primarily during labour and delivery is affecting most provinces, but supply issues seem to be worse in Western Canada, says the vice-president of the Canadian Anesthesiologists' Society.
Dr. Lucie Filteau said "murmurings" of a shortage of the tubes, or catheters, began recently on a private online page of about 300 anesthesiologists across the country.
Resident asks for more security after arrow pierces her property
Rogue arrows have been found around Fort Saskatchewan in recent weeks.
A neighbour alerted Lauren Kane on Monday (July 25), that they had seen an arrow sticking out of a shelter in her driveway.
“He said he noticed it on Saturday and he told me on Monday,” said Kane.
Kane lives near James Mowat Elementary and admitted to feeling unsafe.
Look no further for a deal at the pumps
You don't have to go far to find a deal at the gas station.
The recent record-high prices at the pumps have prompted many to shop around for a bargain, with some driving as far as Smoky Lake to fill up at a reduced price. People who do not want to drive out of their way might be surprised to learn that an Alberta-based farming cooperative provides cheap gas for everyone.
Heat warning issued for area
The region is currently under a heat warning.
Environment Canada issued the warning early Wednesday morning (July 27) as daytime temperatures are expected to reach highs ranging from 29 C to the mid 30’s Thursday.
The heat warning is in effect for Sherwood Park, Fort Saskatchewan, Edmonton, St. Albert, and the western portion of Sturgeon County, including Morinville, Legal, Rivière Qui Barre and Villeneuve.
Those in affected areas should consider taking extra precautions, including:
Noticing more dandelions than usual in Fort Saskatchewan? Here's why
You may have noticed more dandelions than usual around Fort Saskatchewan this summer.
Environmental and cost-cutting measures, mixed in with warm weather, are the culprits, according to the city’s Parks Services manager, Jenelle Hart. About five or six years ago, the city moved from a widespread spraying program to leaving the flowers be.
CFA says Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership aligns with recommendation
On July 19-20, CFA held its Summer Board Meeting in Saskatoon, SK. This meeting brought together farm leaders from across the country to discuss the priority issues in Canadian agriculture, and to prepare for the following Federal-Provincial-Territorial (FPT) Agriculture Ministers Roundtable.
CFA is pleased to announce that Scott Ross accepted the position of Executive Director at CFA on a permanent basis during the board meeting.
Beef industry could benefit from "RALP"
The Canadian Cattle Association is pleased to see the increased funding for the next Ag Policy Framework.
The agreement includes $500 million dollars in new funding, $250 million dollars of which, has been earmarked for a Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP).
Tyler Fulton, an Officer with the CCA, says that's a program the cattle industry is well positioned to take advantage of.