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Sentencing delayed when accused arrested ahead of court date
By Jeremy Appel on July 25th, 2018
Medicine Hat News A man caught selling methamphetamine to an undercover police officer had his sentencing at Medicine Hat Provincial Court delayed for a day after he was arrested Tuesday on a separate charge. Robert Hafso was arrested at 9:30 a.m., according to the Crown, which joined the defence in requesting a 24-hour adjournment. Police ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wind energy has market no matter what: industry
By Collin Gallant on July 25th, 2018
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com @CollinGallant While politicians tussle over the future of carbon pricing and the fate of renewable energy projects in southeast Alberta, industry observers say the sector will continue to grow after the next election. That’s due to innovation making wind energy more economical, according to a policy director with the Canadian Wind Energy Association, though ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wieners and beans a chance for public to mingle with military
By Jeremy Appel on July 25th, 2018
jappel@medicinehatnews.com @MHNJeremyAppel A mass of Hatters gathered outside the east entrance of the Medicine Hat Mall Tuesday for CFB Suffield’s third annual free wieners and beans dinner to help kick off Stampede week. Both British and Canadian soldiers served and socialized with attendees, giving back to the closest city to their base, while local band ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Pancake breakfast season in full swing
By Jeremy Appel on July 25th, 2018
Medicine Hat News Hatters were up bright and early Tuesday to indulge in pancakes, sausage, coffee and orange juice at Medicine Hat College as part of this week’s Stampede festivities. “I’m glad I came out,” said Michael Loo, who described the pancakes as “delicious.” “The weather’s good. I can’t complain. I’m retired and this is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Winners of store decorating contest include, once again, a certain festive vet clinic
By Collin Gallant on July 25th, 2018
Medicine Hat News The reviews are in with judges in the Medicine Hat Stampede store decorating contest handing out ribbons Monday for best displays of Western spirit. Perennial winner Cypress View Veterinary Clinic again won its category of non-retail offices, with Fairway Village (institutions), Investors Group (banks), Tempo on Highway 3 (retail stores), and McDonald’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Notley to announce rural bus service plans in Medicine Hat
By Medicine Hat News on July 24th, 2018
Premier Rachel Notley is set 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 will announce “new ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Stampede store decorating winners announced
By Medicine Hat News on July 24th, 2018
The reviews are in with judges in the Medicine Hat Stampede store decorating contest handing out ribbons Monday for best displays of western spirit. Perennial winner Cypress View Veterinary Clinic again won their category of non-retail offices, with Fairway Village (institutions), Investors Group (banks), Tempo on Highway No. 3 (retail stores), and McDonalds restaurant on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Dog park set to shrink
By Gillian Slade on July 24th, 2018
gslade@medicinehatnews.com @MHNGillianSlade Significant changes to the off-leash area at the Saamis archaeological site are being planned to preserve and protect it, says the city. “We’ve been concerned about the degradation of the site for a number of years now,” said Randy Taves, manager of parks for the city. The site was designated a provincial ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!EQUS’s office move was growth related
By Collin Gallant on July 24th, 2018
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com @CollinGallant The head of the rural power co-operative in southeast Alberta says moving its regional headquarters to Medicine Hat makes sense because of the economic outlook around the city and area it serves along Highway 3. “We see this as a growth area,” said Glen Fox, board chair at EQUS, before a ribbon-cutting and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Senior praises police after bank account drained
By Gillian Slade on July 24th, 2018
gslade@medicinehatnews.com @MHNGillianSlade After the shock of discovering her bank account had been fraudulently depleted, a local senior says the Medicine Hat Police Service went above and beyond to help. Yvonne Baker, 83, had some routine appointments earlier this month, including a stop at her bank to draw some cash. When she saw the balance ... Read More »
1 responsePremier, health minister coming for hospital opening ceremony
By Gillian Slade on July 24th, 2018
gslade@medicinehatnews.com @MHNGillianSlade Premier Rachel Notley and Health Minister Sarah Hoffman will be in town this week to officially open the hospital’s new wing. Although the Ambulatory Care Building has been occupied since late last year, this will be the official grand opening and acknowledgment of the expansion to Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. The invitation-only ... Read More »
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