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Park Meadows lights display always free, but donations needed
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 6th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com As preparations for the Park Meadows Estates Christmas display are underway, those at work to bring Holiday cheer are seeking support from the community. The popular Christmas decorations are the result of roughly a month of volunteer work from residents of Park Meadows, says organizer Cal Niebergall. The tradition has been ongoing for roughly ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cyanobacteria advisory lifted at Reesor Lake
By Medicine Hat News on November 6th, 2025
Recent cooler weather has brought down both the water temperature and the risk for cyanobacteria in Reesor Lake. Effective immediately, Alberta Health Services has lifted the cyanobacteria advisory for Reesor Lake in Cypress County. Visitors are still reminded to never drink or cook with untreated water directly from any recreational body of water at any ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!AHS nursing care workers elect for strike, with 98% in favour
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 6th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Alberta Union of Provincial Employees’ AHS nursing care members have voted to strike, should mediations not reach an agreement in the coming days. Members have made their opinion loud and clear, says AUPE president Sandra Azocar. “They are very clear about what they want to see in terms of fighting for better wages ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local cops warn Hatters of cryptocurrency scams
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 6th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Police Service issued a public advisory Wednesday reminding residents to be wary when approached with online investments or cryptocurrency opportunities. Police say they have seen a rise in social media ads, text messages and fraudulent websites that often promote high-return investments involving Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Officers warn these sites may ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mounties arrest mischievous dinosaur
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 6th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com In the early morning hours of Nov 1, RCMP responded to a report from the Brooks Hotel of a male wearing a green dinosaur costume who had climbed up the back wall of the building and broken a window. According to Mounties, the “Dinosaur Capture Unit” responded to the call and located the male ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Transport Canada finds no evidence of wrongdoing by HALO
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 6th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Transport Canada reviewed a complaint concerning the incident that led to HALO’s suspension in September and cleared the air ambulance of any wrongdoing. “Safety and security are Transport Canada’s top priorities. Transport Canada reviews all complaints to determine if an investigation is warranted and whether non-compliance has occurred under the Canadian Aviation Regulations,” read ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Interpretive Program workshop will teach participants to transform beeswax into food wrap
By Medicine Hat News on November 6th, 2025
The Medicine Hat Interpretive Program seeks to help residents bring an eco-friendly splash of colour to their lunchboxes with a beeswax wrap workshop. On Nov. 18 from 2-4 p.m., participants will learn how to transform fabric and natural wax into a functional alternative to plastic wrap. Those attending will be provided with the tools, supplies ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘Data not dogma’: Town hall provides outlet for frustrated Hatters amid health-care changes
By ZOE MASON on November 6th, 2025
zmason@medicinehatnews.com More than a hundred people turned out to St. John’s Presbyterian Church on Tuesday to join the Friends of Medicare for a town hall event, “An Urgent Conversation: Public Health Care in Medicine Hat.” Friends of Medicare has partnered with local emergency physician and public health advocate Dr. Paul Parks to tour the province ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!It’s Old News: Lest We Forget
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 6th, 2025
For 105 years Canadians have held November 11 as a moment to pause in silence to honour and remember the men and women who have served and continue to serve Canada during times of war, conflict and peace. The first Remembrance Day was first observed in 1919 throughout the British Commonwealth, originally called “Armistice Day” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!UPDATED: Olde Tyme Christmas Fair in December, Farmers’ Market Christmas this weekend
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 6th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Hatters have a number of opportunities to get ahead on Christmas, starting this Friday at the Medicine Hat Farmers’ Market annual Christmas Market. Hatters are invited to check a variety of homemade treats and unique crafts from local vendors. Children will also be able to drop off their letters to Santa, and the market ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Teachers association snaps back after province proposes new diagnostic testing
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 5th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Alberta Teachers Association says its members do not need further testing to know which students require extra help in the classroom – but they do need more resources to help them. The announcement follows a proposal by the Education Ministry on Monday to conduct reading and math diagnostic assessment testing and screening for ... Read More »
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