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Stampede week opens to a solid crowd
By Gillian Slade on July 26th, 2018
Medicine Hat News Whether you wanted to fly high on the midway or cuddle little baby chicks, the Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede was catering to it all on opening day. Children were lining up to gently hold baby chicks and little ducklings at the Country in the City pavilion. Sarah Lywood, 11, said she ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bank-robbing accused pleads guilty to protection order breaches
By Jeremy Appel on July 26th, 2018
Medicine Hat News An ex-news director and journalism instructor accused of a bank-robbing spree in Alberta and Saskatchewan pled guilty to four unrelated breaches of a protection order at Medicine Hat Provincial Court on Tuesday. Steve Vogelsang, 54, didn’t appear in court himself, but his lawyer entered the pleas before the judge ordered his client ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wanner seriously considers re-election
By Jeremy Appel on July 26th, 2018
jappel@medicinehatnews.com @MHNJeremyAppel Medicine Hat MLA Bob Wanner says he’s “giving very serious consideration to running” for re-election in 2019. Wanner was joined by Deputy Premier and Health Minister Sarah Hoffman at a fundraiser for the NDP’s 2019 campaign Wednesday at a local supporter’s home. He told the News he’s been actively encouraged to run again ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Seniors’ complex brings Stampede to the residents
By Gillian Slade on July 26th, 2018
Medicine Hat News It’s a week of celebrating all things Stampede at Masterpiece Southlands Meadow seniors’ complex. On Wednesday, just off the patio, a full range of gleaming vintage vehicles were on display, and the dining room was buzzing with people enjoying lunch. When the Gone Country band was playing, Win Walker’s feet were tapping ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alberta Party leader partaking in parade
By Collin Gallant on July 26th, 2018
Medicine Hat News The 101st annual Stampede Parade will wind its way through the downtown core this morning, including the head of at least one provincial political party, but not Premier Rachel Notley. The office of Alberta Party Leader Stephen Mandel announced Wednesday he will visit the city and take part in the parade. Notley ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Stampede magician promises thrills and laughs in three-per-day show
By Mo Cranker on July 26th, 2018
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com @MHNmocranker Many things in life are best enjoyed paired together — magic and comedy might just be one of those pairs. During this year’s Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede, James Jordan will be putting on his magic and comedy show on the Stay in Medicine Hat Free Stage every day at 12:30 p.m., 3 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Suffield hosts NATO response exercise
By Jeremy Appel on July 26th, 2018
jappel@medicinehatnews.com @MHNJeremyAppel Nearly 400 troops from 10 NATO countries have gathered at CFB Suffield for the past few weeks to participate in Exercise Precise Response, a Canadian-led simulation of a chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) attack. Maj. Christian Lepage, executive director of the exercise, says while CBRN attacks have been in the news lately, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hat included in rural bus plan
By Collin Gallant on July 25th, 2018
Medicine Hat News Premier Rachel Notley is expected to announce plans for a rural busing strategy that will include Medicine Hat during her visit to the city on Wednesday. Notley will participate in the grand opening of new wings of the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital during the afternoon, a release states. In the morning, she ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Veiner Centre officially opens to happy seniors
By Gillian Slade on July 25th, 2018
gslade@medicinehatnews.com @MHNGillianSlade The tradition of a seniors’ centre in Medicine Hat continues with the official opening of the “new” Veiner Centre Tuesday afternoon. More than 200 people gathered for the celebration, and the sun was shining. “I think it’s fabulous. It will serve today’s seniors and those to come,” said Linda Hygard, a member ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Yeehaw! Stampede 2018 starts today
By Gillian Slade on July 25th, 2018
gslade@medicinehatnews.com @MHNGillianSlade It is kickoff day — start celebrating the Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede. The grounds open at noon and there is a new game you can play on the midway — the one-arm hang. You pay $10 to hang from one arm and if you can do that for two minutes or ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Demolition process begins for Hitch’n Post
By Gillian Slade on July 25th, 2018
gslade@medicinehatnews.com @MHNGillianSlade Work has commenced on the process required to demolish the old Hitch’n Post Saloon at 210 S. Railway St. The first stage will be the removal of hazardous materials. “The city and the OWA (Orphan Well Association) place the highest priority on public safety,” Stan Schwartzenberger, commissioner of development and infrastructure, said ... Read More »
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