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Research survey aims to better understand 2S/LGBTQIA+ sexual and reproductive needs
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on June 13th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Community-Based Research Centre has released a Canada-wide survey to better understand the sexual and reproductive health needs of 2S/LGBTQIA+ people. The survey, called “Our Bodies, Our Health,” is a partnership between research teams in Vancouver, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto, Montreal and Halifax, as well as seven community-based research training programs. “2S/LGBTQIA+ communities have historically ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Chamber wants members to direct its stance on MCC
By Collin Gallant on June 13th, 2025
@@CollinGallant The Chamber of Commerce is asking members if the business lobby group should express a stance on a potential reorganization of the city’s power business under an arm’s length corporation. The Chamber of Commerce of Southeast Alberta held an open house for business owners with energy division officials Monday, and on Thursday circulated a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Spotlight put on Veiner Centre supports for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on June 13th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Sunday marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day across the globe and the Unison at Veiner Centre is reminding aging residents about supports available to victims through the Alberta Elder Abuse Awareness Council and Medicine Hat Police Service. The Veiner Centre offers an outreach program to adults 50-plus who are experiencing abuse in any manner, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cypress County hosting economic development open house for business owners
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on June 13th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Part of the ongoing project to shape the next decade of the County’s Economic Development, Cypress business owners are invited to give their feedback at the coming Investment Attraction Open House. “Cypress county is working with Deloitte Economic Advisory to develop a 10-year investment attraction strategy for the county. This will help the county ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eagle Butte No. 3 takes home high school softball title
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on June 13th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Softball Association hosted its high school finals over this past weekend. The Eagle Butte Talons No. 3 team won the tournament, beating Talons No. 2 in the championship final. Brooks No. 1 came in third place. There were 10 teams competing in the league this season, with Brooks and Medicine Hat ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Crews handle small grass fire in Strathcona Island Park, no fire ban yet
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on June 13th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Tuesday night shortly after 11 p.m. firefighters were called to douse a grass fire in Strathcona Park before it was able to spread further into the surrounding natural area. Medicine Hat Fire and Emergency Services is reminding residents that fireworks are prohibited within city limits and are asking park goers to properly discard cigarette ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Electoral Boundaries Commission in the Hat today as part of province-wide tour
By Medicine Hat News on June 13th, 2025
@MedicineHatNews The Alberta Electoral Boundaries Commission will hold hearings this morning in Medicine Hat. The body is tasked with examining Alberta’s riding boundaries and can suggest altering boundaries to equalize population, or in light of other factors. A series of public meetings across the province this month arrives in the Hat this morning for a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MH Interpretive Program hosting Cactus Walk at Police Point on June 26
By Medicine Hat News on June 13th, 2025
The Medicine Hat Interpretive Program’s interpreters are far from prickly, but the subject matter for their newest offering certainly is. MHIP’s Cactus Walk will take place June 26, starting at 11 a.m in Police Point Park. Those participating will discuss the different cacti that can be found around the city, as well as right in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lengthy investigation leads to several charges against Medicine Hat man
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on June 12th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Fifty-year-old Jason Carr, of Medicine Hat, has been charged with several offences after police seized two rifles with ammunition, 1.8 kilograms of cocaine and more than $35,000 in cash after searching a home in the 400 block of Sierra Boulevard on Tuesday. The Medicine Hat Police Service says the lengthy investigation led to the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cyclists to converge next week for annual Great Big Pedal event
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on June 12th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Next week more than 100 cyclists are expected to share a fun ride together as Bike Medicine Hat and Tourism Medicine Hat present the Great Big Pedal event held at Kin Coulee Park. On Wednesday, June 18, riders are invited to join a group ride that begins at 6 p.m. with registration, followed by ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Prairie Rose makes rare balanced budget prediction for 2025-26
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on June 12th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Prairie Rose Public Schools is planning for a balanced budget for the 2025-2026 school year, a milestone not seen in recent years. Chief financial officer Ryan Boser noted that while working for the division, he can’t recall a time in which they were able to plan for a balanced budget; while the planned deficits ... Read More »
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