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Missing woman safely located within hours of report
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 4th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat police say they located 21-year-old Jasmine Bolan safe and have thanked the public for tips leading to her whereabouts. Bolan was reported missing Monday afternoon and was located safe only a few hours after police sought her whereabouts on social media... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Health Foundation hopes to hit lofty goal as 18-month fundraiser nears its end
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 4th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Health Foundation is calling on Hatters to help them reach a funding goal as its 18-month fundraising event Seconds Saves Lives winds down this month. The campaign is looking to raise $1.2 million to replace and upgrade aging cardiac care equipment at Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. The foundation is $400,000 away ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Pair of books chronicle fascinating life of local author
By ZOE MASON on February 4th, 2026
zmason@medicinehatnews.com Local author Joe Miller passed away in July 2025, leaving behind a son and daughter, four grandchildren and a truly remarkable story of resilience and reinvention, which he chronicled in two books. Who Am I: A Little Book of Hope, came out in 2021. It was the product of a decades-long effort, sparked by ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Dual practice means two-tier health: critics
By ZOE MASON on February 4th, 2026
zmason@medicinehatnews.com Experts say Bill 11, the Health Statutes Amendments Act, represents the foundations for the first two-tier health-care system in Canada. Although the province says it is drawing on other jurisdictions, including other Canadian provinces, for inspiration in the system’s design, experts say the dual-practice model proposed is unprecedented in Canada. In public statements after ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alberta RCMP issued more than 3,300 distracted driving tickets in 2025
By medicinehatnews on February 4th, 2026
Alberta RCMP is reminding motorists that operating a vehicle requires the driver’s complete attention and focus. In 2025, the Alberta RCMP issued a total of 3,337 tickets for distracted driving. With the aim of lowering this number, Mounties have shared a series of tips for keeping eyes and minds on the road. They remind that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hot air balloon festival documentary to screen at Monarch
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 4th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com A new documentary that captures the experience of the annual Rise Up Hot Air Balloon Festival will screen at the Monarch Theatre in April. “Rise Up: The Film” is promoted as exploring the themes of community, connection and hope while covering a festival that has grown into a large-scale hot air balloon event attracting ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!RCMP investigating vandalism and theft from community centre
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 4th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Oyen RCMP are investigating a break-and-enter that occurred at the community centre in the small hamlet of Bindloss, located approximately 130 kilometres north of Medicine Hat near the Saskatchewan border. Mounties say at some time between Jan. 6 and 7, an unknown person or people broke into the community centre and stole numerous items ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cypress exploring options to combat new noxious weed
By medicinehatnews on February 4th, 2026
A new noxious plant has been found in the region, requiring a new response. Halogeton glomeratus, better known as saltlover, is a noxious weed and regulated under the Alberta Weed Control Act. It is also listed on the Canadian Seeds Act. Currently, it has been found in Cypress County and within Special Area No. 2 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Province accepting applications for Teacher Advisory Council, to be selected by education minister
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 4th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Applications for the provincial Teacher Advisory Council opened Monday, inviting teachers and principals from across Alberta to take part in shaping the future of education policy. The council will bring together up to 15 educators representing a diverse range of school settings, roles and communities to share their perspectives with the minister of Education ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cypress County fills needed public spot on subdivision and developmental appeal board
By medicinehatnews on February 4th, 2026
Cypress County has selected a member of the public to serve on the subdivision and developmental appeal board. Due to changes in the bylaw, the current composition of the board was found to no longer be in compliance with the board requirements. Council was required to appoint an additional public member to ensure compliance with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cypress County looks back at busy close to 2025
By medicinehatnews on February 4th, 2026
Cypress County received Tuesday an update on its fourth quarter for several sectors of community services, helping to plan for the future. The recreation department reports it has managed to identify all facilities and amenities operated by each community group in the region, as well as establish a 15-year history on grant and capital project ... Read More »
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