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Volunteerism learning series continues in-person on Monday
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 6th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com A free workshops series aimed to inspire Hatters to become an active part of improving community wellbeing continues Monday in-person at the Esplanade Arts and Heritage Centre and will focus on screening volunteers. Teaming up with Volunteer Alberta, the city is hosting a free volunteerism learning series called “Rooted in Action – volunteerism learning ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Province kicks off public engagement on nuclear energy with webinars next week
By ZOE MASON on December 6th, 2025
zmason@medicinehatnews.com The province is moving ahead with its plans to explore nuclear energy, and it has scheduled several public engagement sessions in December and January to gauge public support. The Nuclear Energy Engagement and Advisory Panel is looking to gather feedback from people across the province, including the public, municipalities and industry. Virtual public information ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cram the Cruiser Toy Drive run Saturday in Brooks
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 6th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Brooks RCMP will be in front of Canadian Tire on Saturday collecting donations of new, unwrapped toys that will be delivered to local children and families in need this holiday season. Mounties will be filling their police cruiser from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Canadian Tire Parking Lot. Last year Brooks RCMP ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Castle Mountain set to open Friday with high-speed lift and 21 new runs
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 5th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com One of Medicine Hat’s nearest ski getaways, Castle Mountain Resort, is opening for its landmark 60th season Friday. Skiers and snowboarders attending on opening day will have access to Green Chair and Buckaroo Carpet, and snowmaking efforts are well underway to open Huckleberry Chair as soon as possible. This season, Castle Mountain will be ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Snow Angel program returns to provide snow-clearing aid
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 5th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The city announced Thursday it is bringing back its Snow Angel campaign for the first time since 2020. The Snow Angels campaign encourages Hatters to help neighbours in need with their snow removal. The initiative is designed to help those with disabilities, illnesses and age-related mobility issues to keep their properties shovelled, ice-free and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mixed reaction from parents at Webster Niblock School closure meeting
By BRENDAN MILLER on December 5th, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com More than 70 parents and guardians of students who attend Webster Niblock School heard Thursday from Medicine Hat Public School Division staff, as two local elementaries are scheduled for closure. The meeting was the second in as many nights and is part of the division’s engagement process with parents as it looks to close ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Early-bird tickets on sale for Our Collective Journey’s upcoming recovery conference
By Medicine Hat News on December 5th, 2025
Our Collective Journey has announced dates for its 2026 Southern Alberta Regional Recovery Conference. SARRCon brings together professionals, community organizations, educators, service providers and individuals with lived experience to strengthen recovery networks. The theme for the 2026 event will be “Strength in Community, Recovery Through Connection,” says Our Collective Journey. The conference will run Mar. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Airport activity jumps 48% year over year
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 5th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com It has been a year of growth for Medicine Hat Regional Airport, thanks in no small part to Prairie Rose Public Schools. At a meeting of the city’s infrastructure and development committee Thursday, airport manager Logan Boyd provided an update on air traffic activity that showcased significant growth. The year-to-date trend for takeoffs and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Vigil to honour victims of gender-based violence goes Saturday at MHC
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 5th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Women’s Shelter Society will host on Saturday the annual Vigil for the National Day of Remembrance & Action on Violence Against Women, honouring those lost to gender-based violence. Held at Medicine Hat College, the vigil will take place from 4:30-6:30pm. Everyone in the community is invited to attend this event, which ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Show Review: MHMT does right by legendary tale of Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on December 5th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat Musical Theatre’s production of Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer captures all the charm of the original alongside the Playhouse’s personal touch. The show follows the classic 1964 stop-motion television special very faithfully, from the script to the musical numbers, but brings with it an aura of warmth and enthusiasm that can only ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City commission approves rezoning requests for semi-detached home development
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 5th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com During the first public Municipal Planning Commission meeting following the election, members approved rezoning and development permits changing specific parcels along Southlands Drive into medium density residential to allow development of semi-detached duplexes with included basement suites. In two separate proposals, New Tab Homes is seeking to rezone the vacant parcels of land located ... Read More »
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