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Alberta contests federal firearm buyback program; precedent shows guns are federal domain
By ZOE MASON on December 4th, 2025
zmason@medicinehatnews.com The Alberta government announced Tuesday it is instructing provincial entities not to enforce the federal gun buyback program, using its Alberta Sovereignty within a United Canada Act. The act is designed to address federal legislation that the province regards as interfering with provincial constitutional rights. Provincial entities like municipalities, local law enforcement and RCMP ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Suspected car prowler arrested with drone assistance
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 4th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com A 36-year-old man, whose name has not been released by police due to charges not yet sworn in, was arrested after Medicine Hat police responded to a report of a person prowling vehicles in the 300 block of 20th Street NE. on Monday at approximately 10:40 p.m. The man had already fled the scene ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Group uses International Day of Persons with Disabilities to urge rethink on AISH changes
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 4th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com In acknowledgement of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on Wednesday, Public Interest Alberta released a statement calling on the UCP government to cancel the Alberta Disability Assistance Program. The group is asking the UCP government to re-focus efforts on strengthening and modernizing the existing Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped. “Albertans with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!It’s Old News: An attack on women
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 4th, 2025
One of the darkest days in Canada’s history continues to be a spotlight for the fight against gender-based violence. On Dec. 6, 1989, 14 women were murdered in an anti-feminist attack at the École Polytechnique de Montréal in what is still the second deadliest mass shooting in Canada. Another 10 women and four men were ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New police oversight commission launched in province; ASIRT now PRC
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 4th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com In an effort to better hold police officers accountable for their actions, the province has launched a new oversight commission called the Police Review Commission, which will act as a centralized body to review and address public complaints. The PRC will now act as the independent body responsible for receiving complaints, conducting investigations and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cypress County drops ‘reeve’ label’ for ‘mayor,’ cites confusion outside Western Canada
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on December 4th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Cypress County is making changes to the titles used for chief elected officials. Moving forward, the position of reeve is now titled as mayor, and deputy reeve will be deputy mayor. The move, says Mayor Dan Hamilton, was made in consideration of the upcoming 2026 Cypress County Site Link Economic Development Conference, which will ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Public school division collects feedback from parents over proposed school closure
By BRENDAN MILLER on December 4th, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Parents and guardians expressed concerns and shared insights during public consultation Wednesday evening, as the Medicine Hat Public School Division considers closing the doors to Southview Community and Webster Niblock schools in an effort to reduce operating costs and provide students a higher standard of learning. Approximately 50 parents, staff and facilitators from Southview ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Olde Tyme Christmas Fair and Market on tonight – for real this time
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 4th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The annual Olde Tyme Christmas Fair and Market is taking over the Medicine Hat Stampede & Exhibition grounds tonight. From 4-9 p.m., the Christmas Market will fill the Cypress Centre Auditorium. Local vendors will be offering all types of culinary and creative treats to check off your Holiday wish list. Co-op Pioneer Village will ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Brooks Mountie faces assault charges stemming from off-duty incident
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 4th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Cpl. Michael Hagel, 40, has been suspended from duty with pay after RCMP began an investigation into off-duty conduct. On Nov. 20 RCMP opened the investigation which led to Hagel being charged with assault and assault by choking. Hagel was released on a release order after a hearing and is scheduled to appear before ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cypress County removes non-council members from its MPC
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on December 4th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Cypress County council made major changes Tuesday to the municipal planning commission, removing non-council members. This has been in process since the Nov. 10 public meeting and discussed for longer, says Mayor Dan Hamilton. The Subdivision and Development Authority bylaw was moved on Nov. 10, with the public hearing for the Land Use Bylaw ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Recall petition OK’d for Smith, organizer says
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on December 4th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com A recall petition for Premier and Brooks-Medicine Hat MLA Danielle Smith has been approved by Elections Alberta, organizers are telling reporters. Applicant Heather VanSnick says she does not see this as a partisan issue, but more so addressing Smith’s lack of presence and meaningful engagement with this community. “I’ve tried to stop by her ... Read More »
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