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Province plans $8.5M to improve utility access in rural, remote areas
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on April 3rd, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Alberta’s government is committing $8.5 million to ensure that rural and remote residents have access to the utilities they need. Those outside major centres face challenges in receiving affordable utilities and heating costs, the province says, and to address this, Budget 2025, if passed, would invest in several distinct programs aimed at keeping lights ... Read More »
1 responseMeasles case confirmed in Foremost, patient had been in Lethbridge
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on April 3rd, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Alberta Health Services has notified the public regarding a case of measles in the Foremost area. They note that the case was present in the Lethbridge area in several public locations, and individuals who were in the following locations during the specified dates and times may have been exposed to measles: March 28 Costco ... 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 »
Be the first to comment!Firefighters attend 20 fire calls throughout March
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on April 2nd, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat firefighters responded to five structure fires and 15 outdoor fires throughout March that included a blaze in an upper apartment suite in the Silver Buckle building. In the early morning hours of March 16 firefighters responded to a three-alarm blaze in an upper-floor suite that sent one person to hospital with unknown ... Read More »
1 responseGrant money committed to easing congestion at TCH turn into meatpacking plant
By Collin Gallant on April 2nd, 2025
@@CollinGallant The County of Newell will improve Gun Club Road with $1.8 million in grant funding from the province to alleviate Trans-Canada Highway congestion leading to the JBS meatpacking plant near Brooks. The turn at Range Road 150 from the TCH has been discussed as a bottleneck by county and JBS officials for more than ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MH Interpretive Program invites public to its annual Earth Day Bash
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on April 2nd, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com With Earth day just around the corner, the Medicine Hat Interpretive Program is gearing up for its annual Earth Day Bash. “Earth Day is a global event that advocates for the health of the planet, for our air, oceans, soil, eco-systems, wildlife and human health,” says Mhairi Donnelly, assistant chief park interpreter. “While our ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eager fans pack first two Tigers playoff games
By JAMES TUBB on April 2nd, 2025
jtubb@medicinehatnews.com@ReporterTubb Medicine Hat Tigers faithful showed up and showed out in the first weekend of the WHL Playoffs. A total of 11,405 fans were in attendance at Games 1 and 2 at Co-op Place on Friday and Saturday, the third most among the eight venues hosting series openers. They were the leader in the Eastern ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Dozens gather to commemorate Trans Day of Visibility
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on April 2nd, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Kin Coulee Park was bright with signs and spirit as members of the community gathered for Trans Day of Visibility on Monday. Organized by the Prairie Pride Guild of Medicine Hat and District, the event saw 80 people make their way out to the toboggan hill for an evening of solidarity, as well as ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Smith stands firm on her tactics with U.S.
By Collin Gallant on April 2nd, 2025
@@CollinGallant Premier Danielle Smith defended her tact in lobbying against U.S. tariffs as well as her plan to survey Albertans about the province’s future in Canada next fall, during a rural roads announcement in Brooks on Tuesday. She also called a poll showing few Canadians and even Western Canadians support her stance to leave potential ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City opens nominations for 2025 Community Spirit Awards
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on April 2nd, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The City of Medicine Hat is looking for nominations for the 2025 Community Spirit Awards. These awards honour individuals who made a remarkable contribution to the community and have enhanced the quality of living in Medicine Hat through commitment, pursuits or achievements, says the city. Residents can nominate individuals in seven categories, including arts ... Read More »
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