By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 12th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Parkside School was overflowing with Redcliff and area residents as they gathered to honour the fallen and those who still fight on for freedom. This year’s Remembrance Day Ceremony began as it has for many years prior, with veterans, RCMP, dignitaries, cadets and scouts gathering outside the Redcliff Legion. After forming up, the march, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By BRENDAN MILLER on November 12th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com The gallant sound of the Last Post, played on bugle, blasted throughout Riverside Veterans Memorial Park, followed by two minutes of silence, as hundreds gathered Monday at the Cenotaph to honour Canadian veterans for the city’s annual Remembrance Day ceremony. Beginning with the procession of flags and followed by the singing of the national ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 12th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Earlier this month saw the ninth and final launch of ConnectCare, which allows health-care professionals to access a provincewide clinical information system. Bringing more than 11,000 additional staff and physicians at 155 AHS and AHS-partner sites and locations on board, this launch gives health-care providers more tools to support their patients at a significantly ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 12th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Early Holiday shoppers will find themselves spoiled for choice on Friday, as three separate Holiday markets will be opening their doors for those in search of the perfect gift. Nov. 15-16 is the Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede Farmers’ Market Christmas, which is hosted at the Cypress Centre. This year’s hours are noon to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By Medicine Hat News on November 9th, 2024
The Prairie Pride Guild of Medicine Hat and District has less than a week before their next social event, but some spots are still available for those inclined to show off their 2SLGBTQIA knowledge. The guild will be hosting a Queer Trivia Night on Nov. 14 at Travois from 7-10 p.m. The event is a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By Medicine Hat News on November 9th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews A public comment period is now open on the issue of whether the City of Medicine Hat is qualified to buy a major solar power proposal inside city limits. Saamis Solar would cover 1,600 acres of land north of Crescent Heights when it is fully built as planned by private green-power developer DP Solar. ... Read More »
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@MedicineHatNews CF Industries could make a final decision to build a new, low-carbon ammonia plant in early 2025, company officials told investors in discussions of third-quarter results on Oct. 30. Chief operating officer Chris Bohn stated that the global ammonia producer forecasts tightening supply in coming years, and will evaluate the market for low-carbon product ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 9th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Students are slowly but surely closing the gap on pre-pandemic provincial test results, according to the Government of Alberta. The COVID-19 pandemic had profound impacts on the education system, including worse outcomes for students’ learning and social-emotional development. However, Alberta’s Grade 6, 9 and 12 students are continuing to close the gap between pre-pandemic ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By BRENDAN MILLER on November 9th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com As current gas-fired generators will become uneconomical to operate without addressing a move to net-zero electricity, called for by both the provincial and federal governments, staff are clarifying potential costs and timelines after the city secured purchase rights to the 1,600-acre solar power array located on the city’s north end. Over a series of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By BRENDAN MILLER on November 9th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Students throughout schools in Medicine Hat took a moment to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice during Remembrance Day ceremonies held throughout the week. Reciting poems, including In Flanders Fields, and speaking about Canada’s military history, students, many wearing poppies, expressed the importance of honouring veterans on Remembrance Day while listening to guest ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 9th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Saturday is the final day to submit suggestions to the City of Medicine Hat in regards to the future of the Towne Square sea-cans. The future of the eight multi-coloured market pods will be considered and debated by city council on Nov 18, with community input available by that date, following a proposal put ... Read More »
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