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PRPS working on dual-credit opportunities
By Medicine Hat News on November 27th, 2025
Prairie Rose Public Schools held its public board meeting Tuesday, looking toward the future of education for rural youth in the region. Work has begun preparing the land for the new Yuill School of Agriculture building, says assistant superintendent Boyd Craven. Discussions are also underway with Medicine Hat College and SAIT to develop dual credit ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Good time to be a seller, real estate board president says
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 27th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Home prices in Medicine Hat have continued strong through the fall real estate market, according to figures from the local real estate board. Ninety-six homes were sold in the City of Medicine Hat in October, a 3.2 per cent increase from October 2024. When the surrounding area is factored in, the trend is even ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!CFSEA urges public to support local organizations for Giving Tuesday
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 27th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Giving Tuesday 2025 is next week and the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta is encouraging residents to celebrate by supporting local charities. Recognized globally as a day of generosity, Giving Tuesday inspires individuals, businesses and organizations to give back in meaningful ways, says CFSEA. “Across southeastern Alberta, charitable organizations play a vital role in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!St. Barnabas putting focus on Advent, which begins next week
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 27th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com For many mainline churches, the season of Advent starts at the beginning of next week, and St. Barnabas Church is no exception. The season, says Rev. Oz Lorentzen, allows for many things that are mentally, socially and spiritually healthy leading up to Christmas. “Preparation is important,” said Lorentzen. “If you’ve ever been involved in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!College staff to showcase art in upcoming exhibit
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 27th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Staff and faculty members of Medicine Hat College will put their talents on display during an upcoming art exhibition, which opens Monday. Extracurricular: MHC Creates runs from Dec. 1 to Jan. 22 at the One on One Gallery, and will showcase art from instructors and college staff in a variety of different roles. Art ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Homestead Market will host two Sip & Shop events in lead-up to Christmas
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 26th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Homestead Market is putting on a pair of special evening Sip & Shop markets to encourage Hatters to buy from small local businesses this Holiday Season. The year-round market is extending hours on Thursday, Nov. 27 and Thursday, Dec. 4 for an evening full of festive retail and Christmas celebrations. For those two days, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!We’re not ignoring you… technical issues caused problems with News email, but it’s fixed
By medicinehatnews on November 26th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat News editorial team has been experiencing technical difficulties due to ongoing companywide email security upgrades. These difficulties have included several senders being falsely flagged as spam, as well as being unable to receive any messages sent to the general editorial address of newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com. Anyone who has been unable to reach the ... Read More »
1 responseHighway 41 closes after school bus, vehicle collide; no injuries
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 26th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com A collision between a school bus and a passenger vehicle closed a portion of Highway 41 for a period on Tuesday morning. Redcliff RCMP received a 911 complaint around 8:23 a.m. concerning a motor vehicle collision on Highway 41 in Cypress County involving a school bus and a passenger vehicle. Both RCMP and EMS ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local food bank, women’s shelter share donation from large energy company
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 26th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Three local non-profit agencies are recipients of a $270,000 donation from Acciona Energia, which operates the Forty Mile Wind Farm, as part of its Social Impact Management strategy. Acciona Energia said this year the Root Cellar Food & Wellness Hub, Medicine Hat Women’s Shelter Society and Forty Mile Regional Family Community Support Services will ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New addictions counselling program at Medicine Hat College receives approval
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 26th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation has recognized the addictions counselling program at Medicine Hat College as an approved program. The college announced Monday that approval from the CACCF is a significant milestone for the long-term sustainability of the two-year program, which prepares students for a career in the addictions field by developing skills ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!16 days of activism against gender-based violence begins today following International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 26th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Tuesday marked International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women and the start of the upcoming 16 days of activism against gender-based violence. Minister of Arts, Culture and Status of Women Tanya Fir stated that “Alberta’s government joins communities and organizations around the world to raise awareness and take action against gender-based violence.” She ... Read More »
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