Weed-control goats make return to Police Point
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 29th, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com When it comes to invasive species removal, these fellows are the G.O.A.T. Their eyes filled with determination – and a hint of hunger – more than 200 goats unloaded into Police Point Park on Tuesday morning. Their mission: to removal all leafy spurge. Their method: to munch. The goats, which belong to Creekside Goat ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Weather expected to be perfect for Canada Day
By Samantha Johnson Special to the News on June 29th, 2022
The weather for the remainder of the week is looking excellent, with Canada Day predicted to be sunny with a high of 27 C. According to the Environment Canada website for Medicine Hat, it will be sunny with highs between 25-28 C for Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Wednesday is showing a 60 per cent ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat SPCA operating at capacity
By Samantha Johnson Special to the News on June 29th, 2022
The Medicine Hat SPCA is at full capacity for all animals and needs some urgent help. Shelter director Tom Carney explained, “Once COVID restrictions lifted, we’ve seen an increase in animal relinquishment across the board. Currently, we are at capacity (in all areas). They have 90 cats in their care with 20 out in foster ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Doc says health system still under siege, despite COVID mindset
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 29th, 2022
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Be the first to comment!Hill Road to close for summer months for water, sewer upgrades
By Medicine Hat News on June 29th, 2022
Hill Road will be closed for much of July and August as the city begins work to replace aging water and sewer infrastructure and improve the intersection of Sixth Street SE and Fifth Avenue. Construction begins July 4 and is expected to conclude at the end of August, weather depending. Side walks and portions of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Beat the Heat skateboard competition goes Friday
By Medicine Hat News on June 29th, 2022
Beat the Heat skateboard competition is returning to Medicine Hat’s Kinsmen Skate Plaza on Friday. As a result, Kin Coulee Park will be closed to vehicular traffic from July 1-2. The park remains open to foot traffic during these times... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local teacher, MHC grad wins provincial education award
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 28th, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat College graduate Ashley Thompson has been named winner of the 2022 Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Social Studies Education Student award, which recognizes Bachelor of Education program graduating students who demonstrate passion for the field of social studies. Thompson, who hails from a long line of educators, was selected following submission of an ... Read More »
1 responseHat High valedictorian ready to cap off unique chapter
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 28th, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat High School valedictorian Shariq Ahmad is proud to represent his school’s graduating class as they walk across the stage this evening. “The speech will be a little bit nerve wracking, but I’m also looking forward to it,” said Ahmad. “I’ve never actually made a speech in my life, so it’s definitely a ... Read More »
1 responseBrooks man charged with murder is now in hospital
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on June 28th, 2022
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews A Brooks man charged after a woman was found dead in that city is in hospital, court has heard. Mat Bangoang Choap, 35, was scheduled to appear in Medicine Hat Provincial Court on Monday morning to answer to a charge of second-degree murder in the death of Tamara Debbie Soosay, 30. She was found ... Read More »
1 responseCity’s truth and reconciliation report unveiled
By COLLIN GALLANT on June 28th, 2022
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant The City of Medicine Hat is now contemplating its own guidance on how to meet the recommendations laid out in the Truth and Recognition Commission report. The city’s report, penned by an expanded community advisory board, was presented Monday including suggestions to provide city hall employees complete mandatory anti-racism training, promote local Indigenous history, ... Read More »
1 responseUpcoming events surrounding the Hat
By Samantha Johnson Special to the News on June 28th, 2022
Bow Island Bow Island Days returns and kicks off on Thursday, July 14 with a cribbage tournament at the Golden Age Centre. Friday, July 15 there will be a lunch outside Island Furniture, bouncy castles, used book sale, a market, face painting, axe throwing, a BBQ supper, a family dance and the night ends with ... Read More »
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