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More than a helping hand: Volunteers say Kiwanis Christmas Day dinner as important to them as it is for those who attend
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on December 27th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com As has been tradition for more than 40 years, the three Kiwanis clubs in Medicine Hat came together to offer a Christmas Day dinner for those who would otherwise be spending the holiday alone. Approximately 140 community members were invited out to spend the evening at the Veiner Centre, where roughly 70 volunteers chose ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Year in Review: More boots on the ground as police service increases local force in 2025
By BRENDAN MILLER on December 27th, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Throughout 2025 the Medicine Hat Police Service responded to several significant ALERT investigations resulting in substantial drug and firearm seizures, made significant improvements to operational equipment and added three new officer positions to expand its Downtown Patrol Unit and add an additional school resource officer. The year also saw the announcement of new local ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Merry Christmas from the Medicine Hat News
By admin on December 25th, 2025
The Medicine Hat News would like to wish our readers a Merry Christmas and well wishes for the New Year. The year 2025 has been a busy one for all, but our in-depth, trusted coverage of local news, sports and events could not exist without dedicated readers like you. We will take some days to enjoy the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Justin Wright latest MLA facing recall
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on December 24th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Three new recall petitions have been issued, including Cypress-Medicine Hat MLA Justin Wright. Petitions were received by Chief Electoral Officer Gordon McClure and found to meet all requirements section 3(1) of the Recall Act. The members of legislative assembly also include NDP MLA Peggy Wright of Edmonton-Beverly-Clareview and UCP MLA Ron Weibe. The applicant ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Salvation Army celebrates strong year, last push on Kettle Campaign
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on December 24th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Col. Margaret McLeod of the Salvation Army returned home to Medicine Hat for the holidays and to celebrate the soon-to-be success of the local kettle campaign. McLeod was born and raised in Medicine Hat and attended Medicine Hat College before moving to Calgary to complete her degree. Having served in the Salvation Army in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Several mischief charges laid following multiple damaged businesses
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 24th, 2025
The Medicine Hat Police Service laid nine mischief charges last week after a string of businesses were damaged. On Nov. 18, MHPS’s downtown patrol unit responded to multiple reports of property damage involving nine businesses located along the 400 block of N. Railway Street. Police estimate the damage to be approximately $70,000. Officers identified a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Year in Review: Local opportunity exists in growth sectors despite slower economic activity
By ZOE MASON on December 24th, 2025
zmason@medicinehatnews.com As Medicine Hat continues to contend with a lagging business sector, new initiatives in 2025 sought to identify growth areas and invest in the things that make the city special. Annual data for the year 2025 is not yet available, but heading into this year trends remained negative for several key business indicators in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Avian flu most likely cause of death for geese carrion discovered near boat launch
By Medicine Hat News on December 24th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com More than 30 dead geese were found near the Strathcona boat launch on Tuesday morning. The cause of death is currently unknown, but it is speculated the animals succumbed to avian flu before being scavenged by predators. The Medicine Hat Interpretive Program told the News that to see this many birds die at once ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!It’s Old News: Celebrating 140 Christmases together
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 24th, 2025
No Christmas is the same as we gather, celebrate and enjoy the holiday. It’s the 142nd Christmas for Medicine Hat, each Holiday Season bringing a new spirit. From days of bitter cold weather to June-like sun and warmth, families have gathered to take in the day and celebrate together. Christmas brings an aspect of timelessness ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Show Review: Paperback Stage doesn’t miss a beat as it returns with enthusiastic performance of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on December 23rd, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Paperback Stage has returned from a long hiatus, but their rendition of C. S. Lewis’ The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe has been well worth the wait. With the script adapted from the book itself by the production’s artistic director, Richard Grafton, it is a rare occurrence that a review can comment ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Looking to the future, Stampede raring to go forward with major improvements in 2026
By BRENDAN MILLER on December 23rd, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com With an aging wooden grandstand still “barely standing” and the motivation to attract more tourism dollars and hold larger conferences and events in the city, the Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede is looking forward to working with elected officials in 2026 as it continues to seek funding for repairs and expansion. Stampede officials say ... Read More »
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