High water levels on the North Saskatchewan River are causing temporary closures and cancellations.The City of Prince Albert said a section of Little Red Ri
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This new play structure is one of several new playground upgrades at AC Howard Park. Jason Kerr/Daily Herald
After more than a month of construction, the City of Prince Albert officially unveiled the new playground facilities at AC Howard Park on Wednesday.
The new equipment includes an inclusive oodle swing, belt bridge with railing, pod climbers and a double slide, among other things. Parks Manager Tim Yeaman said it was a relief to cross another park of their to-do list.
“We’re just very thankful that this community now has a great play space for the children,” Yeaman said during a short press conference on Thursday. “There are some great options for play equipment.”
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Prince Albert s parks manager has urged City council to bring in contractors to help deal with the backlog of trees that need to be cut down or removed. Herald file photo.
Prince Albert’s parks manager has recommended the City bring in outside contractors to help deal with the overwhelming number of trees that need to be pruned or removed inside City limits.
Parks Manager Tim Yeaman told council there are at least 38,074 trees city crews need to visit. That number does not include trees in City parks, or natural forests within City boundaries.
Yeaman said the high number of unattended trees could lead to significant damage, and in some cases loss of life, especially during severe wind conditions or thunderstorms.