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Agendas back on the council agenda
By COLLIN GALLANT on March 5th, 2024
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant Mayor Linnsie Clark now has the power to reschedule closed-door meetings of council that lead into regular meetings, but other councillors may have that ability soon, too. In December, Coun. Shila Sharps objected to a set start time of 3:45 p.m. for in-camera sessions to discuss sensitive material ahead of 6:30 p.m. open meetings, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hatters rally to show support for trans youth
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on March 5th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Despite the weekend cold, Medicine Hat residents gathered outside city hall on Saturday afternoon with flags and signs in order to show support for youth in their community. “We are out here today to show love and support to the local two-spirit, trans, non-binary and gender diverse kids who are being attacked by the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mayor of Foremost will be missed by greater community, village says
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on March 5th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Village of Foremost marked the sudden passing its mayor and longtime community member Lorne Buis in a statement released Monday. Buis was a man who deeply loved his community, something remarked on by many who knew him. Nathan Ogden, a neighbour of Buis for six years and a fellow volunteer for much longer, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hitting the right keys: Rotary Music Festival a showcase of young talent
By BRENDAN MILLER on March 5th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Music is the air throughout the city, with the 69th annual Rotary Music Festival is in full swing showcasing young musical talent in the region. The next generation of artists will be performing in several disciplines including piano, choral, speech, musical theatre as well as strings and guitar and brass, wood winds and composition. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alberta Municipalities says province lagging on infrastructure
By Southern Alberta Newspapers on March 5th, 2024
The Alberta Municipalities organization has concerns about funding for infrastructure in the 2024 provincial budget and wants residents to realize the provincial portion of property tax bills will rise faster than that with cities’ control. The organization represents municipalities where 85 per cent of Albertans live, and last fall called for a $1-billion increase for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!College student award application open online
By Medicine Hat News on March 5th, 2024
Online applications for scholarship and bursary awards have opened for students at Medicine Hat College. Students are encouraged to apply for more than $350,000 that is available through donor funded awards. Several categories of awards are available for students coming out of high school entering college and for those continuing their post-secondary education. “It’s another ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Monday in Medicine Hat, Mar. 4
By James Tubb on March 4th, 2024
Medicine Hat News Missing Brooks man found (update) The RCMP are thanking the public for their help to locate a man last seen in Brooks on Feb. 26. They believe the 49-year-old man was believed to be travelling in the Calgary area and police were concerned about his well-being. On March 6, RCMP announced the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Public school division to make budget comments in March
By Medicine Hat News on March 2nd, 2024
The Medicine Hat Public School Division is expected to release comments in March on this year’s budget. A statement from superintendent Mark Davidson reads: “Our full funding profile is expected in the middle of March, once we see it we will have a clear picture of what the budget means to us. At that time ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Annual home and leisure show draws large opening day crowd
By BRENDAN MILLER on March 2nd, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com The Southeast Alberta Home & Leisure Trade show is in full swing as more than 160 booths and vendors are on display throughout the weekend spanning all three buildings of the Cypress Centre. Every year the trade show attracts small- to large-scale businesses from southeast Alberta and Saskatchewan looking to connect with customers and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Some south-side residents to experience low water pressure this weekend
By Medicine Hat News on March 2nd, 2024
@MedicineHatNews Water main repairs this weekend will result in low pressure in some south-side communities on Sunday, the city’s utility department has announced. Crews will begin work at the intersection of Strachan Road and Stratton Way on Sunday morning and should be finished by the late afternoon. That will require a reduction in water pressure ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Budget ignores struggling students, Medicine Hat College official says
By Medicine Hat News on March 2nd, 2024
Officials at Medicine Hat College say this year’s budget doesn’t provide enough relief for university and college students who are facing increased costs in tuition fees and cost of living. “I believe the 2023 budget, it was $1.2 billion, and this year it’s $1.3 billion for student loans, grants and everything else,” said Michael Doughty, ... Read More »
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