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Young volunteers recognized at Kiwanis One Day luncheon
By BRENDAN MILLER on May 14th, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Young members of three local service groups were recognized for their volunteer efforts around the community with a free lunch and recognition event held by the Medicine Hat Kiwanis Club on Tuesday over the noon hour. Volunteers representing the Kiwanis K-Kids, Key Club and Medicine Hat Cadets were invited to attend the free lunch ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Former Hatter earns spot in Carney’s cabinet
By Medicine Hat News on May 14th, 2025
@MedicineHatNews A junior member of the new federal cabinet has ties to Medicine Hat. Eleanor Olszewski is the new minister of emergency preparedness and responsible western economic development after a swearing-in ceremony in Ottawa on Tuesday. The recently elected MP for Edmonton-Centre grew up in Medicine Hat’s Kensington neighbourhood and attended Monsignor McCoy High School ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cheers to 50 years, Veiner Centre celebrates with its own brew
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 14th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com In celebration of providing services and support for aging adults in Medicine Hat for 50 years, the Medicine Hat Brewing Company has collaborated with the Unison at Veiner Centre to brew its very own brand of beer. The Veiner craft beer, called Vintage 75, is now available at the Bistro. A portion of all ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alberta Sugar Beet Growers ink new five-year deal with Lantic
By Medicine Hat News on May 13th, 2025
@MedicineHatNews Lantic Sugar has a new five-year agreement with the Alberta Sugar Beet Growers to supply the company’s Rogers Sugar refinery in Taber. The deal, announced May 9, will cover the 2025 to 2029 seasons. “We are pleased to have reached an agreement with the Alberta Sugar Beet Growers for another five years,” said Lantic ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eight businesses and homes impacted by large industrial fire in Brooks
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 13th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com A fire in Brooks destroyed a large building in the industrial area with eight business tenants and multiple residential tenants on Friday afternoon, leaving no human injuries but claiming the life of one family pet. Firefighters from Duchess, Tilley, Bassano, Rosemary, Patricia, Gem and the County of Newell, joined six units from Brooks to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Seven Persons gets chance to show off community
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 13th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Saturday saw a pair of festivities in Seven Persons, showcasing people and possibilities from the region. Cars both from everyday travel and for display were visible from Highway 3, lining the streets as residents gathered for a celebration of the greater community. The event surrounded Premium Sausage’s 35th anniversary sale, and the people of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Daily measles case tracker for southern Alberta
By Medicine Hat News on May 13th, 2025
An additional case of measles has been found in southern Alberta and as such, Alberta Health Services has issued a notice regarding possible points of infection for residents. Those who present with measles symptoms are asked to stay home and call Health Link at 811 before visiting any healthcare facility or provider. Individuals who were ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!AUPE says post-secondary workers ‘insulted’ by low-ball offer, likely to take next steps
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 13th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com According to the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees, cuts to public funding have led to significant staff reductions at Red Deer Polytechnic, the South Alberta Institute of Technology and Olds College. The union said Monday that provincial universities, colleges and other post-secondary institutions are being “gutted” by deep cuts to funding and services. “Students ... Read More »
1 responseNature walk planned for May 24 at Red Rock Coulee
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 13th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Interpretive Program is inviting residents out to experience the natural beauty of Red Rock Coulee. “The Red Rock Coulee Natural Area is an historic and modern-day wonder. Join an interpreter as we discuss the unique creatures and features of this natural area over time,” said park interpreter Erika Derman. “We will ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City won’t benefit from TIER freeze until 2027
By Collin Gallant on May 13th, 2025
@@CollinGallant The industrial price on carbon emissions – one of the key considerations in ongoing city power division planning – could now be the subject of talks between the province and Ottawa Premier Danielle Smith announced Monday that Alberta will freeze the levy, known as TIER, at current levels as she hopes to open new ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City decides not to renew APARC contract
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 10th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The City of Medicine Hat has announced it will not be renewing its contract with the Alberta Pound And Rescue Centre for pound services, and will be assembling a request for proposal for potential third-party operators. It has been confirmed that the city will operate the Animal Pound Services facility on an interim basis ... Read More »
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