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South Zone moves into standing measles advisory as cases grow out of control

By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 24th, 2025

asmith@medicinehatnews.com Due to the ongoing and growing number of measles cases within the South Zone, Alberta Health Services has placed a standing measles exposure advisory on the region. There are a significant number of cases, explained AHS, including several that do not have a known source of infection. This indicates that the number of infectious ... Read More »

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MH Horseshoe Club looks to add members with leisure sport for all

By Medicine Hat News on May 24th, 2025

The Medicine Hat Horseshoe Club is seeking new members for one of the lesser-known communities in the city. Meeting three times a week at 167 Stratton Way, across from the Salvation Army Church, the club maintains that horseshoes is a pastime for anyone, whether they’ve never attempted it in their lives or have been participating ... Read More »

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Veiner Centre hosting variety of Senior Health & Fitness Day activities

By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 24th, 2025

newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Unison at Veiner Centre is celebrating Senior Health & Fitness Day with a range of motivational activities to help aging adults support their health goals during the nation’s largest health and wellness event held May 28. Next Wednesday the centre will host several activities to stay active, including line dancing, yoga classes, pickleball ... Read More »

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Local officers undergo advanced training investigating head trauma; Cadets exposed to pepper spray, tasers

By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 24th, 2025

newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Two investigators for the Medicine Hat Police Service’s Criminal Investigation Section recently attended a workshop that focuses on investigating abusive head trauma in infants and children that offered training on types of head injuries as police deal with investigations involving violence toward children. The workshop, held in April in Calgary, is one of several ... Read More »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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