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MHC unveils ambassador-led peer mentorship program
By Medicine Hat News on March 2nd, 2022
Medicine Hat College announced Tuesday the introduction of an ambassador-led peer mentorship program which will provide support to students of Coulee Collegiate, located in Medicine Hat, and Sunrise Collegiate in Brooks. Student volunteers will act as ambassadors for collegiate students, helping to connect them with services like financial aid and academic assistance, while also providing ... Read More »
1 responseVeiner Centre hosting free tax clinic for Hatters 50-plus
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 2nd, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat’s Veiner Centre, in partnership with the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta, is inviting people aged 50-plus to take part in a free tax clinic being offered at the Strathcona Centre from now until April 29. “The last time we ran a tax clinic at Veiner Centre was before the (2013) flood, so ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede hosting Wildlife Festival
By Medicine Hat News on March 2nd, 2022
Take a walk on the wild side this weekend by checking out the Wildlife Festival, returning to the Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede’s Pavilion. The Wildlife Festival offers Hatters the chance to learn about and interact with animals, such as wallabies, pythons, parrots and more. The festival is open on March 4 from 1-8 p.m.; ... Read More »
1 responseHatters take advantage as public health measures lift
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 2nd, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com As the province entered Step Two of easing COVID-19 public health measures Tuesday, Hatters offered an array of reactions, particularly in regard to the removal of mandatory masking. The News spoke with numerous Medicine Hat Mall patrons Tuesday afternoon – both masked and unmasked – to get a sense of public reception to the ... Read More »
2 responsesCatholic schools focusing on prayer for Ukraine as season of Lent begins with Ash Wednesday
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 2nd, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com As the season of Lent begins, students and staff in Medicine Hat’s Catholic Board of Education are taking time to learn about and reflect upon the Russian invasion of Ukraine, as well as to show support through prayer. “March 2 is Ash Wednesday, which is a very sacred day in the Catholic Church calendar ... Read More »
1 responseCollege hosting province-wide virtual business competition
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 2nd, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com Post-secondary students from across Alberta will be taking part in the 37th annual Alberta Deans of Business Case Competition being hosted virtually by Medicine Hat College this month. The competition, which runs from March 10-12, challenges student teams to generate solutions to real-world business problems. “We look forward to the passion and creativity this ... Read More »
1 responseA world away: Hatters react to Russian invasion of Ukraine with concern, support
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 1st, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com As the world watches continued death, devastation and division following the Feb. 24 Russian invasion of Ukraine, Hatters react with concern and messages of support. John Cherwonogrodzky, a long-time resident of Medicine Hat, is a first-generation Ukrainian-Canadian who grew up in a Ukrainian community. While much of Cherwonogrodzky’s family resides in Canada, he still ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cypress Wind on track for year’s end completion
By Justin Seward, Southern Alberta Newspapers on March 1st, 2022
EDF Renewable’s Cypress Wind Project broke ground last August and still on track to finish by the end of this year. In those few months, 10 foundations have been installed and the majority of the roads were constructed. However, construction crews demobilized last December to avoid the harsh winter conditions. “We anticipate ramping up construction ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Frey helps announce John Ware Youth Empowerment program
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 1st, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat-Brooks MLA Michaela Frey took part in a press conference announcing a new pilot program aimed at empowering Black and newcomer youth in rural southeastern Alberta Monday. Frey joined Premier Jason Kenney, Culture Minister Ron Orr and executive director of Global Village Centre in Brooks, Ahmed Kassem, to announce the Brooks-based John Ware ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!KidSport distributed over $44K in 2021, aims to get back on track in 2022
By Justin Seward, Southern Alberta Newspapers on March 1st, 2022
KidSport Medicine Hat/Redcliff has been a longstanding organization in the local area and helps kids 18 and under with their registration costs of $300 per year in the sport of their choice. KidSport provides grants to kids in families facing financial barriers and allows them to participate in registered sports programs and experience the benefits ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Direction requested on aging rec facilities
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on March 1st, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com Aging recreation facilities throughout Medicine Hat were a topic of discussion during Monday’s public services meeting, as city officials look toward the future. James Will, director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Medicine Hat, presented four recommendations aimed at proactive recreation planning, including the construction of a new aquatics and fitness centre, ... Read More »
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