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Local AUPE employees rally in solidarity of negotiating members
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 28th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com As workers wait for word on final mediations, local members of the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees took to the downtown sidewalks on Wednesday afternoon. The rally took place outside the Provincial Building on Wednesday, as workers from various provincial sectors came together to chant, march and enjoy some pizza together despite the heat. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Redcliff RCMP seek suspect in assault at local bar
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 28th, 2025
Redcliff RCMP are investigating an assault with a weapon at the local bar ‘Who’s on Third’. RCMP say an investigation has been opened into an assault that occurred on Aug. 17 at 1:50 a.m. The victim was seen speaking to a group of people at the bar when she appears to have been told to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nature walk will observe and discuss Ross Creek Coulee flora
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 28th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Interpretive Program is taking a deep look at the flora of Ross Creek Coulee, and hopes residents will come along. The latest guided nature walk offering, “Plants of Ross Creek Coulee,” will take place Sept. 7, beginning at 10:30a.m. Starting in East Glen, a park interpreter will highlight some of the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MH Drug Coal Coalition hosting two events to mark International Overdose Awareness Day
By Medicine Hat News on August 28th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com In honour of International Overdose Awareness Day, the Medicine Hat Drug Coalition is hosting a pair of events to bring people together for support and solidarity. Today in the library courtyard starting at 4 p.m., there will be space for support and reflection, as well as an open mic and a series of information ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Water minister heading to Nunavut for meeting on aquatic challenges
By Medicine Hat News on August 27th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Associate Minister of Water and MLA for Taber-Warner, Grant Hunter, will be travelling to Iqaluit, Nunavut to discuss various aquatic challenges. “We are one of Canada’s environmental leaders, and this meeting is a chance to have meaningful conversations about the common-sense conservation that matters to Albertans,” said Hunter. “From fisheries to the fight against ... Read More »
1 responseCity looking to honour local arts and culture community
By BRENDAN MILLER on August 27th, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Members of the Community Vibrancy Advisory Board want to recognize local artists, singers, potters, writers and individuals who contribute to Medicine Hat in the arts and culture realm by establishing a new Arts and Culture Recognition program. The new program would be modelled after the already established Sports Wall of Fame program and would ... Read More »
1 responseMedicine Hat Family Service announces fundraiser event
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 27th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com A local organization dedicated to providing affordable counselling to the community announced it is moving forward with the third annual Lettuce Smash! Memorial Scrimmage and Social held in memory of Leslie McLennan, a former captain of the MHC Rattler’s soccer team. Medicine Hat Family Service is hosting the fundraising event Sept. 6 with all ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!RCMP seek driver involved in fatal highway hit and run
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 27th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Brooks RCMP are asking for public assistance in identifying the driver of a grey or silver Volkswagen with damage on the driver’s side, after a 30-year-old man from Andrew was fatality struck on the Trans-Canada Highway near Tilley early Monday morning. Mounties responded to a report of an abandoned vehicle on Highway 1 near ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!College hosting preparation sessions ahead of student orientation
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 27th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Starting Thursday, new and returning Medicine Hat College students will have the opportunity to start their year of studies off on the right foot by attending Thrive sessions designed to prepare them for their time at MHC. Two days of sessions will be available online in person Thursday and Friday, and included are guided ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Summer season draws to end as outdoor pool closures announced
By BRENDAN MILLER on August 27th, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com The last day for outdoor swimming is coming soon, with closures of pools and spray parks beginning after the Labour Day long weekend. According to city staff, the last day for swimming at both Strathcona Pool and the Echo Dale Swim Lake, as well as the last day of operation at both the Ross ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Needs of families, youth top of mind for council hopeful
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 27th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Looking to pay forward the life-changing sense of community he’s experienced, Stuart Young adds his name to the council candidate roster. Young explained that after coming here in his youth from northern Alberta, he felt the welcoming community he found within the city to be one of the strongest assets that Medicine Hat has ... Read More »
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