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College hosting preparation sessions ahead of student orientation
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 27th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Starting Thursday, new and returning Medicine Hat College students will have the opportunity to start their year of studies off on the right foot by attending Thrive sessions designed to prepare them for their time at MHC. Two days of sessions will be available online in person Thursday and Friday, and included are guided ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Summer season draws to end as outdoor pool closures announced
By BRENDAN MILLER on August 27th, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com The last day for outdoor swimming is coming soon, with closures of pools and spray parks beginning after the Labour Day long weekend. According to city staff, the last day for swimming at both Strathcona Pool and the Echo Dale Swim Lake, as well as the last day of operation at both the Ross ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Needs of families, youth top of mind for council hopeful
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 27th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Looking to pay forward the life-changing sense of community he’s experienced, Stuart Young adds his name to the council candidate roster. Young explained that after coming here in his youth from northern Alberta, he felt the welcoming community he found within the city to be one of the strongest assets that Medicine Hat has ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!RCMP seek driver involved in fatal highway hit and run
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 27th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Brooks RCMP are asking for public assistance in identifying the driver of a grey or silver Volkswagen with damage on the driver’s side, after a 30-year-old man from Andrew was fatality struck on the Trans-Canada Highway near Tilley early Monday morning. Mounties responded to a report of an abandoned vehicle on Highway 1 near ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!PRPS approves wage hikes for non-union support staff, bus drivers
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 27th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Non-union support staff and bus drivers with Prairie Rose Public Schools will receive a wage and benefits increase, starting in September. A special public meeting Monday approved the increase, with the goal of continuing to be an attractive division to work in for drivers and support staff. “The Board of Trustees recognizes the essential ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hatters invited to Police Point to participate in ‘bioblitz’ species count
By Medicine Hat News on August 27th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com An initiative of Invasives Canada invites residents to an upcoming bioblitz, a citizen science opportunity. The Medicine Hat Interpretive Program and Youth Eco-Stewards are partnering to offer a guided walk on Sept. 3 at noon, to teach those interested how to participate in their self-guided bioblitz in Police Point Park. Those attending will meet ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Parks bylaw could be council’s final decision
By BRENDAN MILLER on August 26th, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com During their final planned general meeting of the term in October, councillors are expected to vote on a new parks bylaw, updated to reflect key community values and provide clarity around what is and is not allowed in city parks. Scott Richter, recreation manager, parks and recreation department, provided committee members a presentation on ... Read More »
1 responseSchool bus schedule released for first day back
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 26th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Public School Division has released school bus pickup and drop-off times for students returning to class following the Labour Day long weekend. On Sept. 2 Medicine Hat High School Grade 10 students will be picked up in the morning at their regular scheduled times and will get bussed home at noon. ... Read More »
1 responseHatter helps discover dragonfly species from 2023 dig
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 26th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com A new species of Cretaceous-era dragonfly was recently discovered in Dinosaur Park by Medicine Hat’s own Andre Mueller and team. The field course itself was conducted in 2023, in an area that had previously yielded several leaf fossils through cracking rocks, said Mueller. However, when a student approached him with an unusual specimen, it ... Read More »
1 responseLast chance to purchase Stampede 50/50 tickets
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 26th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com There are only three days left to purchase 50/50 tickets for the annual MH Exhibition & Stampede and Friends of the Fair Society raffle tickets, as a midnight Aug. 28 deadline is approaching. The annual raffle supports the ongoing maintenance of all facilities and venues run by the Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede, including ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mayor’s proclamation officially recognizes Aug. 31 as International Overdose Awareness Day in Medicine Hat
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 26th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Members of the Medicine Hat Drug Coalition met Monday with Mayor Linnsie Clark in her office for a proclamation, to recognize those lost to overdose. The proclamation recognizes Aug. 31 as International Overdose Awareness Day, which aims to raise awareness of the crisis of toxic drug poisoning and reduce the stigma surrounding related deaths. ... Read More »
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