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Province will spend another $4.1M to monitor repeat offenders with GPS tracking devices
By medicinehatnews on March 26th, 2026
Alberta’s government is investing in increasing monitoring techniques for repeat offenders, offering victims real-time notice in the event of a boundary breach. This $4.1-million investment over three years will expand a program requiring repeat offenders to wear a GPS tracking device monitored by Alberta Correctional Services, originally announced in 2024. The program enforces court-ordered inclusion ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Survey suggests province heavily rich in lithium deposits
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on March 26th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Results from an Alberta Geological Survey estimates the province is sitting on more than 82 million tonnes of lithium carbonate, a key inorganic compound used to make lithium-ion batteries. According to the survey, the province could potentially have the third largest reserve of lithium carbonate currently discovered in the world. “The scale of this ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ralston School moves to IB programming for all
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on March 26th, 2026
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Ralston School is taking a new approach to building the minds of tomorrow, with a recent approval to be a candidate school for International Baccalaureate programming. Approved for both the primary and middle years program, teachers are now delivering Alberta curriculum in a manner focused on trans-disciplinary learning and applying all aspects of learning ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Public invited to fifth annual Earth Day celebration at Police Point
By medicinehatnews on March 26th, 2026
With an event this big, the Medicine Hat Interpretive Program is getting ready early, inviting residents out to celebrate Earth Day. In partnership with the City of Medicine Hat parks and recreation department, MHIP says it is thrilled to host the fifth annual Earth Day celebration on Apr. 18, starting at 10a.m. at Police Point ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Crews quick to restore power following collision in Brier Park
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on March 26th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com City crews were able to restore power to more than 150 affected customers in the Brier Park area within 45 minutes following a motor vehicle collision that caused damage to surrounding power infrastructure on Wednesday. At approximately 9:45 a.m. witnesses reported seeing a truck collide with power poles behind a business located in the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Crews complete LED upgrade at two city-owned facilities
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on March 26th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com New energy-efficient lighting upgrades have recently been completed at the Medalta Potteries and the South Ridge YMCA Recreation Centre as energy conservation work around Medicine Hat continues. On Tuesday the city reported crews upgraded a total of 312 fixtures and retrofitted 408 fluorescent tubes with LED technology at both locations, expected to reduce electricity ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Four highway intersections included in city’s top five most dangerous for drivers
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on March 26th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com In 2025 Medicine Hat Fire and Emergency Services identified the city’s top five collision-prone intersections and provided motorists with simple tips to stay safe on the roadways. Of the five top collision intersections, four connect to the Trans-Canada Highway – 13th Avenue SE, College Avenue, 16th Street SW and Dunmore Road. The intersection at ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tigers fans ‘fill the boot’ at recent game to support Muscular Dystrophy Canada
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on March 26th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat Tigers fans came together and raised more than $4,700 for this year’s annual rooftop campout in support of Muscular Dystrophy Canada during the final home game against the Red Deer Rebels. Each year firefighters brave the outdoor elements and camp out on the roof of Station No. 2 to support Muscular Dystrophy ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City emergency training will include possible situations surrounding Special Olympics
By BRENDAN MILLER on March 26th, 2026
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com As part of this year’s emergency management plan the city will conduct several training programs and exercises for staff to ensure proper functioning systems and processes that allow collaboration between departments and community partners during large-scale emergencies. On Tuesday, members of the emergency advisory committee were provided a detailed presentation of work the department ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cypress County council to no longer receive a monthly viewing of accounts payable
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on March 26th, 2026
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Cypress County has elected not to return to a monthly viewing of accounts payable by council. The motion was brought forward at a previous council meeting by deputy mayor Shane Hok as a notice of motion, with intent to be debated Tuesday. The motion posited that it would allow for greater transparency and accountability ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat Tigers express bus service returns for playoffs
By BRENDAN MILLER on March 25th, 2026
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com This Friday and Saturday, Tigers fans will once again be able to take advantage of a round-trip express transit service to Co-op Place from the Medicine Hat Mall bus stop. The service is designed to provide fans an easy way to get to Co-op Place through the Tigers 2026 playoff run and will cost ... Read More »
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