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Real-life superhero pays inspiring visit
By Tim Kalinowski on February 1st, 2018
tkalinowski@medicinehatnews.com @MHNTimKal Adventureman Jamie McDonald wrapped up his three-day visit to Medicine Hat Wednesday with an inspirational speech at Webster Niblock School. McDonald spoke for about 35 minutes and generously stuck around to sign autographs for any students who might want one. Most of those who waited in line for an autograph wore superhero costumes ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Trail systems icy, city warns
By Gillian Slade on February 1st, 2018
Medicine Hat News Due to current weather patterns of freezing and thawing the city is warning of trail systems being very icy. They request anyone using the trails to exercise caution and avoid icy sections when able to do so. Crews will be sanding and/or removing icy sections to the best of their ability during ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sixth annual Snowflake Soiree set for Feb. 3
By Peggy Revell on February 1st, 2018
Medicine Hat News The countdown is on and only a few tickets are left, as the sixth annual Snowflake Soiree is set for Feb. 3. The annual gala fundraiser raises funds for the Canadian Mental Health Association of Alberta Southeast Region. “It’s a really fun evening,” said Breanne Mellen, community helpers program co-ordinator for the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Livestock predation rare in these parts, officials say
By Tim Kalinowski on February 1st, 2018
tkalinowski@medicinehatnews.com @MHNTimKal While landowners do have a legislated right to kill predators threatening livestock on their land in southeast Alberta, Medicine Hat district Fish and Wildlife officer Doug Etherington says it is important to keep in mind such predation activities are quite rare in this region. “As Fish and Wildlife officers, we respond to every ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City seeks feedback on pot
By Medicine Hat News on February 1st, 2018
Medicine Hat News The City of Medicine Hat is asking for public feedback as it prepares for the impending legalization of marijuana this summer. On its website the city is asking “how the residents and businesses want cannabis legalization to ‘look like’ in Medicine Hat.” The role of the city in the process is to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!RCMP search for suspect in trailer theft, B&E
By Peggy Revell on February 1st, 2018
Medicine Hat News Redcliff RCMP responded to the theft of a utility trailer and a separate break and enter in Cypress County on Jan. 29. The trailer is a white, enclosed utility trailer, and the break and enter involved the theft of tools of various types from a house under construction. Both incidents occurred in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Five second degree murder charges now adjourned to Feb. 28
By None on February 1st, 2018
SW Booster Five individuals facing second degree murder charges in connection to the November 2016 death of Logan Ring have now had their matters adjourned until February 28. Colin Perrault, Todd Donaldson, and Rebecca Kuhlman all made brief video appearance in Swift Current Provincial Court during the morning session of court. During the afternoon both ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bell Let’s Talk meant to spur mental health discussion beyond one day
By Peggy Revell on February 1st, 2018
prevell@medicinehatnews.com @MHNprevell Local voices were getting the conversation rolling about mental health, as Bell Let’s Talk program returned across the country on Wednesday. As part of the day, five cents is donated by Bell Canada toward mental health initiatives for every social media post where the #BellLetsTalk hashtag is used— but what makes the day ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat launches survey for marijuana legalization feedback
By Medicine Hat News on January 31st, 2018
The City of Medicine Hat is asking for public feedback as it prepares for the impending legalization of marijuana this summer. On its website the city is asking “how the residents and businesses want cannabis legalization to ‘look like’ in Medicine Hat.” The role of the city in the process is to develop local policies ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Man accused of trafficking wants out of guilty pleas
By Peggy Revell on January 31st, 2018
prevell@medicinehatnews.com @MHNprevell A 53-year-old man who entered guilty pleas to serious drug trafficking charges said during a hearing to have those pleas revoked he was “no way in the right frame of mind” at the time. Aaron Grant Hotchen testified Tuesday at the Medicine Hat Courthouse that when he pled guilty on Sept. 12, 2017 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Partial roof collapse in Brier Park
By Collin Gallant on January 31st, 2018
Medicine Hat News Roofing crews scrambled off a roof in the Brier Park industrial area Tuesday morning when a “10-foot” section of the roof they were repairing gave way, fire officials told the News. No injuries were reported from the accident, which happened at about 9 a.m. and badly damaged one bay in the light ... Read More »
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