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City upgrades online construction maps with more info
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 23rd, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Capital Project Map, as well as Road Construction and Closures Map, have been updated for Medicine Hat’s 2025 construction season, keeping residents informed of closures and potential disruptions as they move through the city. The update, says the City of Medicine Hat, enhances the interactive features of the map, making the expanded information ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Small group rallies for Gaza outside MP’s office
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 23rd, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Demonstrators were outside MP Glen Motz’s office on Thursday morning, calling on their federal representative to advocate for those in Gaza. “It’s an issue that’s weighed on my heart for some time now,” said Medicine Hat resident Sarah Stringer, who had organized the event. The small group stood outside the office with signs calling ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!British army personnel ink new deals
By Medicine Hat News on May 23rd, 2025
@MedicineHatNews Non-commissioned British armed forces personnel will receive a 4.5 per cent pay hike this year, which the British Ministry of Defence says is above inflation, “recognizing their extraordinary professionalism and the sacrifices they make to keep the British people safe.” Senior officers will see a 3.75 per cent increase, it was announced Thursday. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Major apartment block approval pushes city’s building permit numbers beyond 2024 totals
By Medicine Hat News on May 23rd, 2025
@MedicineHatNews New apartment construction has pushed building permit numbers in 2025 well past last year’s total. The City of Medicine Hat’s planning department states in April’s summary that approval of a 189-unit new apartment block on Dunmore Road has an estimated construction value of $21.8 million. That pushes the cumulative construction values permitted so far ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hat High celebrates school’s rich cultural diversity
By BRENDAN MILLER on May 23rd, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Students at Medicine Hat High School celebrated their diversity, representing more than 40 languages and cultures during the school’s annual cultural fair Thursday. The student-organized event allows international students to proudly showcase their roots with the goal to foster a sense of pride and community at the school. Students made displays and were encouraged ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Fans find multiple ways to cheer Tigers on
By Collin Gallant on May 23rd, 2025
@@CollinGallant Hatters may have other weekend plans, but Friday night is likely filled up as the Medicine Hat Tigers will open the 2025 Memorial Cup tournament tonight against the host team in Rimouski, Que. That game against the Oceanic will be broadcast at 5 p.m. in Medicine Hat, where signs in front windows, business signboards ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!One Act Festival Provincials in Medicine Hat May 30, 31
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 23rd, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Alberta Drama Festival Association’s One Act Festival Provincials are coming to Medicine Hat on May 30 and 31, bringing with them multiple days of province-wide artistic talent. The location of the provincial festival varies from year to year, but this year sees the Cypress Region hosting the winners from the various One Act ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Province commits grant money toward primary care
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 23rd, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Government of Alberta says it is investing in local solutions to local problems and strengthening the primary care system with new grants. These grants are being awarded through two innovation-focused programs: the Primary Care Innovation Fund and the Indigenous Primary Health Care Innovation Fund. These funds will support 19 projects that will improve ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Police working overtime to address downtown concerns
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 23rd, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat Police Service members are working several overtime shifts to address public concerns around the safety of downtown, and are facing a unique challenge this year with the closure of the Mustard Seed’s permanent shelter on Allowance Avenue. Members of the police commission on Thursday evening heard the downtown patrol unit is picking ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!In the news today: Canada Post union calls for halt to overtime
By Canadian Press on May 23rd, 2025
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed… Canada Post union calls for halt to overtime as deadline passes with no agreement The union representing about 55,000 Canada Post employees has called for a countrywide halt to overtime work, saying its negotiators will continue to review ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Innovative horse simulator helps riders with disabilities get in the saddle
By Canadian Press on May 23rd, 2025
VICTORIA — “Do you want to go faster?” Jayne Imeson already knew the answer she was going to get from her six-year-old son, Casey, sitting astride his new steed in a park in Central Saanich, B.C. He nodded with a smile. “Always faster — this kid loves his speed,” Imeson said. Casey’s usual ride is ... Read More »
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