GRAND FORKS COUNTY (trfnews.i234.me) — On Friday, April 11, 2025, a startling sight emerged near Altru Hospital in Grand Forks: a vivid red substance flowing into the English Coulee. Initial fears of a hazardous chemical spill were alleviated when city officials identified the substance as glycol, a non-toxic, biodegradable compound commonly used in medical and… Continue reading GRAND FORKS COUNTY: Red Alert as Altru Clinic’s Glycol Spill Colors English Coulee
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Drayton seeks new clinic services following news of Altru closure – Obituary
DRAYTON, N.D. — The mayor of a northeast North Dakota community said it’s disheartening that Altru Health System will close most services at its clinic in town. Drayton Mayor Charles Olson said the 30-day notice the city was given has left the town scrambling to fill the void. Already, he said, community leaders have “put… Continue reading Drayton seeks new clinic services following news of Altru closure – Obituary
New Altru Hospital Set to Open in Grand Forks with Advanced Facilities
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – A new Altru Hospital in Grand Forks is scheduled to open on January 19th. The seven-floor facility covers 552,000 square feet and includes specialized trauma care, new medical technology, and expanded services. According to Dr. Christopher Boe, the emergency department chairman, the hospital will provide improved local access to various… Continue reading New Altru Hospital Set to Open in Grand Forks with Advanced Facilities
Hospital Van Theft: Patient Arrested After Unauthorized Use
GRAND FORKS, N.D. (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 16, 2024, a van belonging to Altru Health System was reported stolen from their Grand Forks facility. The vehicle, displaying Altru decals, was observed traveling southbound on Interstate 29 near Hillsboro. Law enforcement agencies were notified, and deputies conducted a traffic stop near Argusville, leading to the arrest… Continue reading Hospital Van Theft: Patient Arrested After Unauthorized Use