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Transit e-fare system launches Saturday
By KENDALL KING on October 20th, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com@kkingmhn Medicine Hat Transit’s new MHT Go! electronic fare system launches Saturday, a move the city says is safer and more convenient for riders. First announced in 2020, the e-fare system expands on MHT’s existing cash system by allowing riders the option of virtual, contactless payment through reloadable cards – called MHT Go! passes – ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Safety City hosts ‘Spooky City’ in days leading up to Halloween
By KENDALL KING on October 20th, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com Safety City is transforming into ‘Spooky City’ from Oct. 28-30, and is inviting community members of all ages to join in the festive fun. First introduced pre-pandemic, Spooky City is a three-day Halloween-themed fundraising festival Safety City hosts each year. The goal of the festival is both to celebrate the spirit (or spirits) of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New fund for ag producers
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 20th, 2022
reporter@medicinehatnews.com A new initiative is available to help growers tackle climate change through the Agricultural Climate Solutions On-Farm Climate Action Fund. The program is designed to provide financial support to producers, assisting them in adopting and implementing practices that will lower greenhouse gas emissions, support production efficiency, sustainability and resiliency on their farm operations. Three ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Prairie Rose board chair honoured with Platinum Jubilee Medal
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 20th, 2022
reporter@medicinehatnews.com Prairie Rose Public Schools board chair Cathy Hogg has been honoured for her work in public education with the Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Medal. “It was my honour to present the Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Medal to Cathy Hogg in recognition of her exceptional service and contribution to our province,” Sarah Hoffman, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!McCoy’s The Power of 10 student volunteer group making a difference at home and around the world
By KENDALL KING on October 19th, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com A group of Canadian and international students is showcasing the power of giving back through a new volunteer program offered at Monsignor McCoy High School. Called The Power of 10, the program offers students a chance to earn course credits and volunteer hours through work with various non-profit organizations across the city, visiting a ... Read More »
7 responsesDr. Nancy Brown returns to MHC after five years away
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 19th, 2022
reporter@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat College has appointed a new vice president and provost. After five years in Red Deer, Dr. Nancy Brown is returning and MHC is happy to have her back. “I’ve heard that from a few people, which is lovely,” stated Brown. “There is a real advantage to being in the situation I’m in. ... Read More »
2 responsesDoctor accused of sexual assaults has professional conduct hearing begin
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on October 19th, 2022
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews A professional conduct hearing is underway for a Medicine Hat doctor facing criminal accusations of sexual assault. Dr. Ian Gebhardt is currently facing criminal charges of child sex assault in Ontario dating back to the late 1980s. In Medicine Hat, he went to trial in 2017 on charges that he asked a developmentally delayed ... Read More »
7 responsesCity to purchase residential property in North Flats
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on October 19th, 2022
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The City of Medicine Hat will purchase a property in the North Flats that remains the only residential home on an otherwise vacant block that is already city property. The house at 817 Second Street SE sits next to Maple Avenue and across from the Medicine Hat Remand Centre. It was placed on the ... Read More »
13 responsesRig worker who drove with suspended licence avoids jail time
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on October 19th, 2022
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews A rig worker who drove with a suspended licence to get to back to work has avoided jail time but received a stiff fine when he pleaded guilty in Medicine Hat Provincial Court on Tuesday. Defence lawyer Lyndon Heidinger told the court that at the time of the offence in Oct. 2020, his client ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Celebrating 102 years of life: Roy Gale remembered by friends, family
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 19th, 2022
reporter@medicinehatnews.com A celebration of life was held for Roy Gale at the Royal Canadian Legion, Robertson Memorial Branch No. 17. Gale was one of the five longest serving members of the Lion’s Club in the district, serving on every committee and in every position. He was a member for 62 years and was well known ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Maple Avenue Furniture celebrates 50 years in Medicine Hat
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on October 18th, 2022
reporter@medicinehatnews.com Maple Avenue Furniture opened in 1972 and is celebrating 50 years in business this month. “We were farmers and ranchers at the time,” said owner Ed Doehring. “My dad was an upholster by trade and my mother worked in my uncle’s furniture store, Bauer Furniture. Bauer’s burnt down and people were after my dad ... Read More »
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