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In the April 6 public address Premier Kenney announced that Alberta is moving back to Step 1, effective 11:59 pm on April 6. Additional restrictions for restaurants take effect April 9 at noon. Step 1 restrictions will remain in place until further notice. Retail businesses are reduced to 15% capacity, indoor gyms and sporting activities are restricted and personal health services are limited to one on one by appointment only. Indoor social gathering is restricted, outdoor so...cial gathering is still allowed in groups of 10 or less. https://www.alberta.ca/enhanced-public-health-measures.aspx

Hinton RCMP investigating a break and enter at liquor store Hinton, Alta. Hinton RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a male responsible for a break and enter at a local liquor store. On Feb. 28, 2021 at 8:45 a.m., Hinton RCMP responded to a break and enter at a liquor store on Athabasca Avenue in Hinton, Alta. Entry was made by smashing a front window and the male suspect fled on a bike with a rare bottle of liquor.... Suspect was last seen wearing a bright blue sweater with the word Revelstoke on the front, black pants and a black hat. If anyone has information regarding this break and enter or suspect involved, they are asked to contact the Hinton RCMP Detachment at 780-865-5544 or their local police. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the "P3 Tips" app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store."

Hinton RCMP investigate suspected drug overdoses Hinton, Alta. Hinton RCMP and Hinton General Investigation Section are currently investigating the sudden deaths of two males in Hinton, Alta. Police responded to the sudden death of a 29-year-old male on Feb. 27, 2021 and a 32-year-old male on March 6, 2021. The preliminary investigation indicates the deaths may be related to a drug overdose.... Hinton RCMP’s investigation continues and will include laboratory analysis of the substances suspected of being contaminated with lethal quantities of opioid-related substances. Police warn there is potential risks and dangers of using, touching drugs/drug paraphernalia or anything they believe could be contaminated with drugs. These substances can pose a threat to persons handling it without taking appropriate health and safety precautions. An overdose is always an emergency. If you witness a drug overdose, call 9-1-1 immediately and provide whatever assistance possible. Naloxone is a fast acting drug that temporarily reverses the effects of opioid overdoses and should be administered if its available. We see the devastation that drug use and overdoses cause. says Constable Kelly Barrie of the Hinton RCMP General Investigation Section, It impacts families, friends and the entire community. To report drug related activity please contact Hinton RCMP at 780-865-5544 or your local police. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222- 8477 (TIPS), online at www.p3tips.com or by using the "P3 Tips" app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store."

BREAKING NEWS Alberta Energy Regulator has issued a formal cancellation of hearing for hearing 408 regarding Coalspur (Big Horn) Mine. "Noting that all filers have withdrawn their statements of concern, the AER has decided that a hearing is no longer necessary for reasons as set out in the decision. "... According to a live video posted by mayor Marcel Michaels March 23, the AER still needs to approve the application and there are still steps to take before the mine can move forward. Watch this week's edition for more information.

Holy moly. Out with the old, in with the new. Twelve years of office hoarding is officially pared down and the necessities are moved into our new space. We're tapping out for now and will set up our new office in the new year. No doubt, 2020 has been a wild ride we never could have anticipated. Bottom line, we miss you Hinton. We miss events, weekends at the rink, the soccer games, the concerts and all the achievements... We're adapting. See you all in the new year!

Dear non-profits, Free to a registered non-profit. We love this machine and have some toner cartridges to go with it. It's too heavy for us to put the effort in to move it to our new space. Our lease on it is paid out, our service contract is up. If you can use it and arrange for pick up (it prints beautifully) it's yours. Message us.

Random office type things available for free today. Knock on the Voice window before 2pm and you can collect. We don't want to move them. Also available: several regular sized metal filing cabinets.

Hey there Hinton! We just want to put your mind at ease... You may have noticed us junking out our office and we want to let you know we are still here, we're just changing locations. Being closed to the public these many months has shown us we can make do with a much smaller space. We'll have a new home above The Old Grind in the new year, however we will remain closed to the public.... Watch for the Dec 24 edition on stands next week and then we'll see you in the new year with the January 7th edition.

STARS air ambulance is presenting to Council next week. If you've had an experience with STARS, reach out to us! We want to hear your story.