May 22nd, 2025

Local News

City’s Transportation Plan will go before a public hearing

By Collin Gallant on May 22nd, 2025

@@CollinGallant A new city Transportation Plan that would insert active priorities like cycling and trailways into long-term network planning – including maligned changes on Division Avenue – will go to a public hearing later this spring. The masterplan, written over the last year by the municipal works department, will be postponed until after the hearing ... Read More »

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Police Briefs: Damages more than $75,000 after truck slams into attached garage

By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 22nd, 2025

newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Police say the total damage following a truck that collided with a garage is estimated to exceed more than $75,000, however no serious injuries were reported from the incident Tuesday night. Medicine Hat police responded to a report for a truck colliding with a residence on the 600 block of Prospect Drive, and determined ... Read More »

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Mayor’s legal fee debate delayed for third week

By Medicine Hat News on May 22nd, 2025

@MedicineHatNews For a third straight week a debate on reimbursing Mayor Linnsie Clark’s legal fees was postponed, but with some notice that the issue is moving forward. Clark asked in April that $76,000 in costs be remitted after she called for a judicial review of sanctions placed on her by council in early 2024. Clark ... Read More »

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Tigers are back in the Memorial Cup, 52 years after their first

By Medicine Hat News on May 22nd, 2025

@MedicineHatNews It was wild times on and off the ice in late April 1973. At the Arena, Tigers coach Jack Shupe was carried off the ice by his players following a Western Hockey League title win and off to Montreal Forum. The News is reprinting historical coverage notable events int he city’s history leading up ... Read More »

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City’s power business future will have public hearing

By Collin Gallant on May 22nd, 2025

@@CollinGallant Placing Medicine Hat’s energy division under a municipally controlled corporation could lead to better business results, apart from political decision-making, according to top administrators, whose view appears to be in line with most elected officials. But, citizens will have their say at a public hearing next month. On Tuesday council approved holding the standalone ... Read More »

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Cypress County sets summer meetings, alters rules for delegation appearances

By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 22nd, 2025

asmith@medicinehatnews.com There have been changes to upcoming meeting dates for Cypress County council, as well as changes to how residents or interested parties may appear before council. The meetings for July 1 and Aug. 5 have been cancelled, with one meeting in each month on July 15 and Aug. 19, respectively. These meeting dates have ... Read More »

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Hot air balloons to take flight over Medicine Hat skies

By BRENDAN MILLER on May 22nd, 2025

bmiller@medicinehatnews.com This morning, weather permitting, approximately 30 hot air balloon pilots will fire up their burners from four separate locations and lift off above the city as the 2025 Rise Up Hot Air Balloon Festival takes flight until Sunday. In total the festival is set to feature seven scheduled flights above the Hat that are ... Read More »

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Gas City Kiwanis Club seeks youth-oriented projects for focused support

By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 22nd, 2025

asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Gas City Kiwanis Club is looking to a bright future following one of its latest fundraisers, and hopes to chase that momentum to even better serve the community. Having just completed its second beef raffle with all 2,000 tickets sold, members are overwhelmed and grateful for the community support and dedication to keeping ... Read More »

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Sunday’s walk for MS marks a decade of raising money, support and awareness in Medicine Hat

By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 22nd, 2025

asmith@medicinehatnews.com This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Medicine Hat Jayman BUILT MS Walk, which aims to shine a light for those affected by multiple sclerosis. On Sunday, residents will meet in Strathcona Island Park starting at 10 a.m. for check-in, followed by the walk beginning an hour later. This will be one of ... Read More »

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Mustard Seed looks for alternative donation methods as mail strike looms

By Medicine Hat News on May 22nd, 2025

In light of the anticipated postal disruption, the Mustard Seed is encouraging those looking to donate to consider alternative methods. As a proactive approach to anticipated delays, the Mustard Seed is encouraging donors to opt for online or phone donations, which remain swift and secure when traditional methods may experience delays. They stress that support ... Read More »

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Scory pleads not guilty to attempted murder of police

By Medicine Hat News on May 21st, 2025

@MedicineHatNews A Medicine Hat man accused of attempting to murder police officers by firing a gun during a standoff with authorities last summer has pled not guilty to 12 charges and will stand trial in provincial Court of Justice. An agent for Cole Anthony Scory’s attorney made a formal plea and election on Tuesday, sending ... Read More »

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