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newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Two sustainable innovation students from Medicine Hat College have been put under the spotlight for their research into how “Fast Fashion” affects the community. Fast fashion refers to a business model of the mass-production of inexpensive clothing by copying fashion designs. While driving down prices for customers, the effects from the production can have [...] Read More »

newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The application window is now open for the City of Medicine Hat’s Microgrants program in 2026. The microgrant program offers funding up to $500 in two categories, neighbourhood connections and community arts and culture. The Neighbourhood Connections category provides funding to projects that build neighbourhoods and foster social connection and inclusion. The Community Arts [...] Read More »

newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com A new protocol adopted by the Alberta Court of King’s Bench is changing how people will access help from the court when navigating family matters in Alberta. The Family Focused Protocol, effective Jan. 2, is designed to streamline the point of contact for families and prioritize earlier resolution through settlement. The protocol introduces new [...] Read More »

Watershed Wednesdays continue with the Medicine Hat Interpretive Program later this month with a look at the January ice. “The world of river ice hosts a marvel of wildlife interactions,” said park interpreter Erika Derman. “We will walk along the frozen shore as we talk about the importance of ice in Medicine Hat’s dynamic river [...] Read More »

asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Stigma-Free Mental Health Society will offer a two-day mental health training program for rural and agricultural communities across Alberta. Focused on the idea of peer support, the Two-Day Rural Minds Matter Peer Support Training program is designed for anyone eager to open up conversations about mental health and provide support within their communities. [...] Read More »

SASKATOON — Saskatoon police say they’re investigating after a patient at the Royal University Hospital died this morning following an altercation with security. More coming. The Canadian Press[...] Read More »

CALGARY — The City of Calgary says it has finished repairs on a disastrous water main break, but testing still needs to be done before it’s good to go. City officials say residents are still being asked to reduce their water use until the testing is complete, which is expected to take several days. It [...] Read More »

PIMICIKAMAK CREE NATION, MAN. — The federal government has agreed to send in military help to a northern Manitoba First Nation where thousands have been forced to leave due to frozen pipes and sewage backup. Emergency Management Minister Eleanor Olszewski said Friday a specialized Armed Forces team is being sent to Pimicikamak Cree Nation for [...] Read More »

Here’s a look at some of this week’s top news photos as selected by editors. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 9, 2026. The Canadian Press[...] Read More »

PIMICIKAMAK CREE NATION, MAN. — The federal government has agreed to send in military help to a northern Manitoba First Nation where thousands have been forced to leave due to frozen pipes and sewage backup. Emergency Management Minister Eleanor Olszewski says a specialized Armed Forces team is being sent to Pimicikamak Cree Nation for assessment [...] Read More »

Over 200 Blood Tribe members took part in The Blood Tribe Resource Fair Thursday in Standoff. The event was the first of its kind, says Levi Little Moustache, Director of Blood Tribe Employment and Skills Training (BTEST). “The event today was a collaboration of all the HR departments (including) all the departments under Blood Tribe, [...] Read More »

LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Misconduct allegations from more than five years ago finally culminated in a disciplinary hearing for Lethbridge Police Service Chief Shahin Mehdizadeh this week. The Lethbridge Police Commission held the hearing Thursday at City Hall to address misconduct allegations against Mehdizadeh regarding an incident that took place in March 2021. The allegations were made [...] Read More »

LETHBRIDGE HERALDjmanio@lethbridgeherald.com A perpetual challenge for not-for-profit organizations is funding for their charitable work. In support of its continuing mission, Lethbridge Family Services (LFS) is hosting an inaugural gala called “Spring to Light” on April 25 at the Agri-Food Hub and Trade Center, featuring Canadian comedian, television personality, political satirist, and author Rick Mercer. “This [...] Read More »

LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com A new temporary exhibit has opened at the Galt Museum and Archives that highlights different ways community members and organizations have taken action to create social change in southern Alberta. “Taking Action: People Making a Difference” is now on display until Oct. 5, 2025, and Camina Weasel Moccasin, indigenous curator at the Galt [...] Read More »

LETHBRIDGE HERALDjmanio@lethbridgeherald.com After a long and storied career as a familiar face reporting the weather on CTV Lethbridge, Dory Rossiter retired on April 1st and it was no April Fool’s joke. Retirement, however, merely means clearing her schedule to make room for her passions: the military, music and community service. Rossiter has been an honorary [...] Read More »