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CBC
5 days ago
- General
- CBC
Hundreds of goats put to work taming overgrown plants in Nose Hill Park
The City of Calgary has brought in 800 goats to snack on invasive and overgrown plants in part of Nose Hill Park. Shepherd and self-described goat lady Jeannette Hall says the animals are specially trained to target specific plants.
CTV News
5 days ago
- General
- CTV News
They're baaaack! Goats return to graze on Calgary's invasive weeds
Goats are helping maintain Calgary grasslands once again, this time in a northwest park. About 800 goats began grazing in Nose Hill Park on Tuesday and will remain for two weeks, eating vegetation and turning over soil with their hooves, to help remove invasive plant species, improve biodiversity and lower the risk of a fire. The City of Calgary chose Nose Hill Park because it is overgrown with shrubs and trees which take over the natural grassland and threaten the health of the ecosystem. The city first introduced the targeted grazing program in 2016 in a pilot project in Confluence Park. Goats have also grazed other Calgary spaces including Mchugh Bluff, Ralph Klein Park and the Fish Creek Wast Water Treatment Plant. Officials have previously said the goat program costs about the same as herbicide weed control. The chemical-free solution requires no clean-up, since the goat droppings help fertilize the soil. goats, weeds, calgary, parks The goats will be in Calgary from July 15 to 25 as part of a targeted grazing program. A professional Shepard and trained herding dogs manage the goats, who remain on site inside an electric fence during the entire two-week grazing program. The city asks people to steer clear of the goats and keep dogs on leashes, to keep everyone safe. Some days, program ambassadors will be available to speak with the public about the program at Nose Hill Rubbing Stone Hill.
CTV News
13-06-2025
- CTV News
Calgary police hoping to locate missing Renfrew man
David was seen at a home in the 400 block of Regal Park N.E. on Thursday evening. (CPS handout) Calgary police are looking to the public for help finding a man who went missing from the community of Renfrew. Police say David was seen at a home in the 400 block of Regal Park N.E. on Thursday evening. It's believed he was then spotted near Nose Hill Park on Friday at 6:30 a.m. Investigators say it's out of character for David to not be in regular communication with his family, who is concerned for his well-being. David is described as 6'4' tall (193 cm) with a heavy build and a shaved head. He has a long red beard and tattoos on both of his forearms. It is believed he was carrying a backpack with him. Anyone with information on David's whereabouts is asked to call police at 403-266-1234. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers. NOTE: The Calgary Police Service announced last year it would no longer be sharing the last names of those who are reported missing – or sharing details of whether any of those individuals are located deceased – as a standard practice moving forward.
CTV News
27-05-2025
- General
- CTV News
Coyote encounters in N.W. Calgary community force Canada Post to alter mail delivery
A coyote is seen in this file image. (Pexels) Encounters with coyotes have forced Canada Post to change their mail delivery strategy in a northwest Calgary community. Canada Post confirmed employees have encountered the animals on one of the delivery routes in Cambrian Heights, which is located near Nose Hill Park and Confederation Park. 'In this instance, we devised a temporary plan to deliver mail every three business days using a team delivery approach,' Canada Post said in a statement to CTV News. 'We have also been in touch with local officials about this situation. Regular delivery will resume as soon as it is safe to do so.' Canada Post said any residents with questions about mail delivery can contact the customer service team online or by telephone at 1-866-607-6301 (TTY: 1-800-267-2797). 'We encourage our delivery agents to make the call if they feel it is unsafe to deliver to a household,' Canada Post said. Coyote pups are likely emerging from their dens this week, which can lead to an increased level of territorial aggression, according to the City of Calgary. If you notice a coyote nearby, the city says to: Make sure your dog is under control—get it on-leash if it isn't already, or pick it up if it is smaller; Stand your ground and try to make yourself appear large; Wave your hands/arms; Shout and make noise; Do not run from the coyote—instead, back away slowly while keeping your eyes on the coyote; Consider carrying something that makes noise, like a jar with coins, that you can shake to deter a coyote; and If the coyote is very persistent, you can throw small rocks or sticks near, but not directly at, the coyote. The city encourages Calgarians to report coyote sightings and aggressive or threatening behaviour to 311. With files from CTV News Calgary's Jacqueline Wilson
Globe and Mail
13-05-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Pair of pristine, bi-level Calgary homes wins $880,000 in contest between five buyers
6630 and 6632 Huntridge Hill N.E., Calgary Asking price: $899,900 (February, 2025) Selling price: $880,000 (February, 2025) Previous selling price: not available Taxes: $4,867 (2024) Days on the market: Three Listing agent: Bryon Howard, eXp Realty About a dozen investors, all looking for either duplexes or fourplexes in the neighbourhood between Nose Hill Park and Calgary International Airport, all showed interest in this pair of attached houses on a 56- by 134-foot lot. Within a few days, five parties made low offers, likely factoring in future renovation costs. 'A lot of people like to own fourplexes, and since this one had nice main floors, it would be easy to put separate entrances to the basements,' said agent Bryon Howard. 'We were a little high in terms of the list price, but because there was such small, active competition, we thought someone might want this and give us their best offer.' For the long-time owners, the number they wanted was $880,000 – without strings attached. The owner of a similar property had been less fortunate. Their deal was foiled by tenants. 'They got multiple offers and conditionally sold upon viewing, but then the buyer viewed it with unco-operative tenants, and they told them how bad the property was,' Mr. Howard said. 'Ours had some nice updates, was really clean inside and one side was completely vacant and the other was seller occupied and nicely furnished.' This 51-year-old property offers mirror floor plans with entrances at the sides and private yards around the back. On the main floor, each side provides two bedrooms, a living room with a fireplace and an eat-in kitchen with sliding doors to a front balcony. The lower levels both have a recreation area, a second full bathroom and two guest rooms. 'This property has nice curb appeal,' said Mr. Howard. 'It's reasonably close to one of Calgary's most beautiful parks, Nose Hill Park.'
