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Police Briefs: Damages more than $75,000 after truck slams into attached garage
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 22nd, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Police say the total damage following a truck that collided with a garage is estimated to exceed more than $75,000, however no serious injuries were reported from the incident Tuesday night. Medicine Hat police responded to a report for a truck colliding with a residence on the 600 block of Prospect Drive, and determined ... Read More »
1 responseMayor’s legal fee debate delayed for third week
By Medicine Hat News on May 22nd, 2025
@MedicineHatNews For a third straight week a debate on reimbursing Mayor Linnsie Clark’s legal fees was postponed, but with some notice that the issue is moving forward. Clark asked in April that $76,000 in costs be remitted after she called for a judicial review of sanctions placed on her by council in early 2024. Clark ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sunday’s walk for MS marks a decade of raising money, support and awareness in Medicine Hat
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 22nd, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Medicine Hat Jayman BUILT MS Walk, which aims to shine a light for those affected by multiple sclerosis. On Sunday, residents will meet in Strathcona Island Park starting at 10 a.m. for check-in, followed by the walk beginning an hour later. This will be one of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mustard Seed looks for alternative donation methods as mail strike looms
By Medicine Hat News on May 22nd, 2025
In light of the anticipated postal disruption, the Mustard Seed is encouraging those looking to donate to consider alternative methods. As a proactive approach to anticipated delays, the Mustard Seed is encouraging donors to opt for online or phone donations, which remain swift and secure when traditional methods may experience delays. They stress that support ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tigers are back in the Memorial Cup, 52 years after their first
By Medicine Hat News on May 22nd, 2025
@MedicineHatNews It was wild times on and off the ice in late April 1973. At the Arena, Tigers coach Jack Shupe was carried off the ice by his players following a Western Hockey League title win and off to Montreal Forum. The News is reprinting historical coverage notable events int he city’s history leading up ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City’s power business future will have public hearing
By Collin Gallant on May 22nd, 2025
@@CollinGallant Placing Medicine Hat’s energy division under a municipally controlled corporation could lead to better business results, apart from political decision-making, according to top administrators, whose view appears to be in line with most elected officials. But, citizens will have their say at a public hearing next month. On Tuesday council approved holding the standalone ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cypress County sets summer meetings, alters rules for delegation appearances
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 22nd, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com There have been changes to upcoming meeting dates for Cypress County council, as well as changes to how residents or interested parties may appear before council. The meetings for July 1 and Aug. 5 have been cancelled, with one meeting in each month on July 15 and Aug. 19, respectively. These meeting dates have ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hot air balloons to take flight over Medicine Hat skies
By BRENDAN MILLER on May 22nd, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com This morning, weather permitting, approximately 30 hot air balloon pilots will fire up their burners from four separate locations and lift off above the city as the 2025 Rise Up Hot Air Balloon Festival takes flight until Sunday. In total the festival is set to feature seven scheduled flights above the Hat that are ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Gas City Kiwanis Club seeks youth-oriented projects for focused support
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 22nd, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Gas City Kiwanis Club is looking to a bright future following one of its latest fundraisers, and hopes to chase that momentum to even better serve the community. Having just completed its second beef raffle with all 2,000 tickets sold, members are overwhelmed and grateful for the community support and dedication to keeping ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City urges residents to use online method for tax bills should Canada Post strike go through
By Collin Gallant on May 21st, 2025
@@CollinGallant City finance officials are promoting a sign-in service to view and pay property tax bills that will be mailed out Wednesday, just two days before a potential mail strike. Billing managers said Tuesday that timeline will legally mean they are payable, even though a strike would likely hamper delivery. “We’re preparing in advance in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nearly 400 Enmax electricians look to hold strike vote
By Medicine Hat News on May 21st, 2025
@MedicineHatNews Electricians at Enmax have applied to hold a strike vote at the City of Calgary-owned power company. Almost 400 members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 254, have been without a contract since the end of 2024. The two sides had been engaged in mediation, according to the latest summary of collective ... Read More »
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