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Business Briefs: St. Mary’s Irrigation District allocates 12 inches per acre, back to normal after drought worries
By Medicine Hat News on April 4th, 2025
@MedicineHatNews The St. Mary’s Irrigation District has set its initial allocation to members at 12 inches per acre, a return to typical levels after drought worries over the past two years. The level was announced April 2 at the district’s annual general meeting in Lethbridge at one-acre foot, or 1,200 cubic metres per acre for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tree planting and dinner event planned at Veiner Centre for Earth Day
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on April 4th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Unison at Veiner Centre is hosting an Earth Day-themed dinner event on April 16 to celebrate Mother Nature, and guests will be able to plant a tree in honour of the occasion. “Plant trees, save the Earth and enjoy a delicious meal with friends and fellow community members,” reads a promotional ad. Veiner ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Downtown intersection needs revamp, city says, even though adjacent businesses show concern
By Collin Gallant on April 4th, 2025
@@CollinGallant City traffic planners are defending a plan to give drivers a clearer path through a busy downtown intersection, while nearby business owners say it will eliminate spots badly needed for parking. The intersection of Third Street and Sixth Avenue SE is “an intersection of concern,” city staff told Thursday’s meeting of the development and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Biodiesel company that once planned facility near the Hat faces shareholder challenge
By Medicine Hat News on April 4th, 2025
@MedicineHatNews Cielo Waste Solutions, which shifted plans away from building a biodiesel refinery near Medicine Hat last year before changing course again this month, now faces a challenge from a major shareholder which wants to replace its entire board. That, say Cielo officials, is due to a disagreement about strategic direction, which it argued would ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Province bolsters firefighter support with $1-million investment
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on April 4th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The provincial government says all municipalities, First Nations and Métis settlements in Alberta are eligible to apply for new funding through the Fire Service Training Program Grant. Wednesday the province announced it would be investing an additional $1 million that will be distributed to more than 65 communities to support local firefighter training efforts ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Police confirm online post on missing officer is false
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on April 3rd, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com An online post that depicts the Medicine Hat Police Service searching for one of its female members is false and a scam that is attempting to spread misinformation as well as gain personal information. The scam post states police are in need of locating 28-year-old Katie Cunningham who went missing, and includes pictures of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat Mall owner Primaris sees opportunity in Hudsons Bay departure
By Collin Gallant on April 3rd, 2025
@@CollinGallant The owner of the Medicine Hat Mall says it is well-prepared for the departure of Hudson Bay stores, which are now being liquidated, and says the huge spaces could follow the set redevelopment pattern it has used for a decade. Primaris Real Estate Income Trust announced this week it has nine lease agreements with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Archaeological Society of Alberta hosting 50th AGM at Medalta Potteries
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on April 3rd, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Archaeological Society of Alberta announced that they will be celebrating a milestone anniversary in the city, as their 50th Annual General Meeting will be hosted at Medalta Potteries. This event, running from April 25-27, “Will bring together archaeologists and enthusiasts from across Alberta to celebrate half a century of archaeological exploration, education and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!College students find success at business case competition
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on April 3rd, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Three Medicine Hat College business and marketing students earned second place at the annual 2025 Alberta Deans of Business Case Competition held in Fort McMurray in March. The annual competition brings together students from post-secondary institutions across the province to tackle a real-world business challenge by developing a strategic solution and presenting their recommendations ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Liberal Party candidate says new representation needed in SE Alberta
By Collin Gallant on April 3rd, 2025
@@CollinGallant Tom Rooke will represent the Liberal Party in the federal election, the party’s electoral district association for Medicine Hat-Cardston-Warner announced late Wednesday. Rumours have swirled for a week about a local candidate for the Liberals, who hope to win a fourth term when Canadians go to the polls on April 28. “It’s time for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Major oil company buys ‘Big Sky Solar’ near Acadia Valley
By Medicine Hat News on April 3rd, 2025
@MedicineHatNews One of the world’s largest oil companies has purchased a solar farm near Acadia Valley, and has an initial agreement to acquire a larger renewable portfolio in the province. French multinational TotalEnergies announced Wednesday it has acquired “Big Sky Solar,” located about 15 kilometres south of Oyen near Highway 41, along with a substantial ... Read More »
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