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Community Foundation reminder: Nov. 15 is National Philanthropy Day
By Medicine Hat News on November 9th, 2017
Medicine Hat News Philanthropy is “the love of humankind” and National Philanthropy Day, Nov. 15, is the day that people around the world come together to celebrate the charitable work that everyone does to make a difference and create impact in their community. Canada was the first country in the world to officially recognize Nov. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Must-have features for your kitchen remodel project
By Medicine Hat News on November 4th, 2017
Metro Editorial Homeowners looking to renovate often see room for improvement in their kitchens and bathrooms. The National Association of Home Builder’s Remodeling Market Index Survey, which measures conditions in the remodeling market, indicates that, in 2015, the two most common remodeling jobs were bathroom remodels (81 per cent) and kitchen remodels (79 per cent). ... Read More »
1 responseFinancial Focus: U.S. residency status Ð Canadian snowbirds beware
By Medicine Hat News on November 4th, 2017
It’s that time of year again when the snow flies and Canadian “snowbirds” fly south for the winter to escape the cold. Canadians spending extended periods of time in the U.S. need to understand U.S. tax laws. If you are a Canadian resident who spends a considerable amount of time in the U.S. you may ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Winning with Jesus
By Medicine Hat News on November 4th, 2017
Who is winning out there anyway? We could ask that question looking at the world’s conditions with the multiple wars and terrorism attacks of late. As I have talked to multiple people around the city and in my travels there is an uneasiness building up with folks and they are visibly nervous. Is there an ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Taste the scientific rainbow
By Medicine Hat News on November 4th, 2017
What a busy week it has been! I am sure many of your little ghosts and goblins were out tricking but hopefully more treating! If you are like me, you are wondering what to do with some of that candy that is still sitting in a bowl on your cupboard. Well, do not despair, science ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Things you can do to mess up your children
By Medicine Hat News on November 3rd, 2017
So often adults use the adage “Do as I say — not as I do” and then wonder why their children have problems while growing up and when they become adults. Your bad habits and theirs can continue on for decades and even down to the fourth and fifth generation. It is therefore important to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Veiner Centre Contract Bridge Club October results
By Medicine Hat News on November 3rd, 2017
Oct. 2 1. Gert Mondor 2. Bert Howes 3. Betty Biffard Oct. 4 1. Norma Campbell 2. Bruce Perrin 3. Matilda Weiss 4. Betty Biffard Oct. 11 1. Norma Campbell 2. Dorothy Perrin 3. Gert Mondor 4. Vonda Reddekop Oct. 16 1. Lois Howes 2. Matilda Weiss 3. Pat Hannay 4. Norma Campbell Oct. 18 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Why reinvent the wheel?Ê
By Medicine Hat News on November 3rd, 2017
We have all heard the saying, ‘why reinvent the wheel?’ and during the past four years of working as a community health representative, I have definitely learned to appreciate this saying. With so many different organizations out there working towards similar goals, it is so great to partner up and live out those words. One ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rossco’s Pub marks quarter century of good service and good friends
By Jeremy Appel on November 3rd, 2017
jappel@medicinehatnews.com @MHNJeremyAppel Ross Beach says his favourite aspect of owning Rossco’s Pub, which celebrated its 25th anniversary on Oct. 10, is the connection he’s maintained with the community through the years. “The biggest thing after 25 years is I grew up with so many different people — I got to know them personally, I got ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Patients and providers should take the medications safety quiz
By Medicine Hat News on November 3rd, 2017
Alberta Health Services It’s the end of Canadian Patient Safety Week and Alberta Health Services is promoting this year’s theme of ‘medications safety’ as an ongoing priority for AHS patients and staff. Important health advice we hear from a young age includes to eat healthy, exercise regularly and get a good night’s sleep. But important ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Noteworthy: Pre-paid fuel, city council departures and Halloween jabs on Twitter
By Medicine Hat News on November 3rd, 2017
Re: Donald Trump, mocking North Korea’s Kim Jung Un with his ‘Rocket Man’ insults: One unstable person with power poking another unstable person with power is like poking a skunk with a stick. What could go wrong? … Service stations in Alberta will soon have to require fuel customers to pay first before refuelling if ... Read More »
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