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Library event to break down the ins and outs of vaccination
By Gillian Slade on February 2nd, 2018
Medicine Hat News The pros, cons, myths and misconceptions about vaccinations is the topic for an event on Monday at Medicine Hat Public Library from 7-9 p.m. The speakers include Dr. Jason Schneider, local naturopathic doctor, and Dr. Lena Derie-Gillespie, medical officer of health Alberta Health Services south-zone. Organizer Danielle Hillier believes this information could ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Four charged after meth trafficking investigation
By Peggy Revell on February 2nd, 2018
Medicine Hat News Police seized three firearms during an investigation into methamphetamine trafficking that has led to the arrest of four people. ALERT’s Medicine Hat organized crime team made the arrest and seizure on Jan. 30 following a short-term investigation into a group of suspected meth and firearms trafficking in the city. Nearly 100 grams ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bar patron recognizes man wanted in Sask., leading police to his arrest
By Peggy Revell on February 2nd, 2018
prevell@medicinehatnews.com @MHNprevell A sharp-eyed person at a local sports bar ultimately led police to arresting a man wanted by Saskatchewan RCMP, the Medicine Hat court heard Thursday during a sentencing. Shawn Pennington, 36, appeared by closed-circuit TV from the Medicine Hat Remand Centre, entering guilty pleas to multiple charges over stolen property, and was sentenced ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Gas goes up, electricity goes down
By Medicine Hat News on February 2nd, 2018
Medicine Hat News Heating your home and business will cost more in February than it did in January, according to utility rates released by the City of Medicine Hat on Thursday. The price of gas will sit at $2.24 per gigajoule this month, up from $1.74 in January. Electricity will cost 4.88 cents, per kilowatt ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Firearms, drugs seized in Medicine Hat
By Medicine Hat News on February 1st, 2018
Three firearms, nearly 100 grams of methamphetamine and smaller amounts of cocaine and fentanyl are off the streets following an investigation by ALERT’s Medicine Hat organized crime team. A Smith and Wesson handgun, two 22-caliber rifles and 128 rounds of ammunition were taken from the suspects. Four people were arrested and charged with a total ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Gas up, power down for utilities this month
By Medicine Hat News on February 1st, 2018
Heating your home and business will cost more in February than it did in January, according to utility rates released by the City of Medicine Hat on Thursday. The price of gas will sit at $2.24 per gigajoule this month, up from $1.74 in January. Electricity will cost 4.88 cents, per kilowatt hour. That’s down ... 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!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!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!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 »
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