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September will see slight changes to local utility costs
By Medicine Hat News on September 4th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews Power and gas rates in Medicine Hat will fluctuate slightly in September, the city utility department announced Tuesday. Gas falls below already low rates in August as prices on the provincial system continue to soften, while a set, three-month price for power changes by one-fifth of a cent to account for a cost recovery ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City council approves financial contribution for a successful 2026 Memorial Cup bid
By James Tubb on September 3rd, 2024
Medicine Hat News City hall will commit $1.25 million in cash and half that much in terms of city services toward a bid to host the 2026 Memorial Cup. The item arrived at council late Tuesday night, passing by a 9-0 margin, with council members saying the sizeable amount would create a large economic boost ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Utility rates remain low heading into fall
By Medicine Hat News on September 3rd, 2024
@MedicineHatNews The price of power and gas will continue to fall in Alberta in September, according to filings with the Alberta Utilities Commission for the month ahead, while the City of Medicine will announce current rates today. Local gas rates are now set apart from default pricing calculations, but for those are set in relation ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Portions of city road work to wrap up in September
By Medicine Hat News on September 3rd, 2024
@MedicineHatNews Portions of roadway closed off this summer are re-opening with more work scheduled to be completed this month. Old Cemetery Road – which connects Division Avenue on the South Hill to Kipling Street and the College Avenue intersection – reopened to traffic on Sunday, though detours along Division Avenue will remain in place as ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MH Interpretive program hosting puppet show
By Medicine Hat News on September 3rd, 2024
The Medicine Hat Interpretive Program will be holding an old fashioned, classic puppet show for all interested viewers. The Interpretive Program welcomes all interested to Police Point Park for a “fun and silly” puppet show on Sept. 14 from 1-2 p.m. The show is open to kids of all ages and all families are welcomed ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City council to meet for lengthy meeting tonight
By Collin Gallant on September 3rd, 2024
@@CollinGallant A lengthy agenda for tonight’s return to regular city council meetings could be capped by the issue of whether to call for provincial government review in an effort to settle a year-long disagreement between council members over how staff handled a corporate re-organization. The issue led to disciplinary action taken against Mayor Linnsie Clark ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City announces municipal mingle event
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on September 3rd, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The City of Medicine Hat has announced an upcoming community engagement event, inviting members of the public to get to know city staff. Residents are encouraged to come and “municipal mingle” with various departments and projects at Towne Square on Sept. 12 from 4-7 p.m. The event is “designed to foster a collaborative environment ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Prairie Rose’s new buses and own routes in operation as year begins
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on September 3rd, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Prairie Rose Public Schools had eyes on the far side of the long weekend as staff and students prepared for the first day of school last week. This is one of the most exciting times of the year, said superintendent Reagan Weeks, and they look forward to seeing everyone’s smiling faces on Tuesday. One ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Water advisory issued for Lake Newell water at Kinbrook Island Provincial Park
By Medicine Hat News on August 31st, 2024
@MedicineHatNews Alberta Health Services has issued a warning against swimming, wading or drinking lake water at Kinbrook Island Provincial Park near Brooks. Elevated levels of fecal bacteria were detected by testing at the beach area of the campground in Newell County. The health authority says current levels are high enough to cause gastrointestinal illness, if ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!RONA collecting donations for local YMCA through Home Sweet Home campaign
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 31st, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The RONA Foundation is launching the second annual Home Sweet Home campaign, which will raise funds to revitalize living environments or facilitate access to housing for Canadians in need. Starting Sept. 1, all RONA network corporate stores, as well as participating distribution centres and RONA affiliated stores, will be be collecting donations for nearly ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Long weekend closures and events around the city
By Medicine Hat News on August 31st, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com Several city facilities will be closed by the Labour Day long weekend and will be reopening Tuesday Sept. 3, including city hall and all city administrative departments. The landfill, as well as the Esplanade Arts and Heritage Centre, Crestwood Recreation and Co-op Place, will also be closed Monday. As well, there will be not ... Read More »
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