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Proactive approach shields Hat from Calgary-like water disasters
By ZOE MASON on January 9th, 2026
zmason@medicinehatnews.com The City of Medicine Hat is paying close attention to the situation unfolding in Calgary, where for the second time in two years the city of 1.6 million is under water-use advisories after a water main break. While there are plenty of lessons to take away from what’s happened in Calgary, City of Medicine ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local firefighters share battery safety tip following US house fire
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 9th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat Fire and Emergency Services has shared safety lessons surrounding the risks of overheating batteries following a house fire Wednesday night in Bellevue, Wash. Fire crews said the blaze highlights “important safety lessons” related to incidents involving batteries and provided tips to residents over their social media sites Thursday. Firefighters say although the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MHMT says humour makes up for realism in upcoming production POTUS
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on January 9th, 2026
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The stage is almost set for Medicine Hat Musical Theatre’s next production, a humorous and all too real look at behind the scenes of keeping some men in power. POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive, is a 2022 play written by Selina Fillinger, something local director ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Youth engagement topic at upcoming volunteer learning series
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 9th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com A free workshop series aimed to inspire Hatters to become an active part of improving community wellbeing continues next Thursday online. Teaming up with Volunteer Alberta, the city is hosting a free volunteerism learning series called “Rotted in Action – volunteerism learning series,” through a total of five in-person and virtual workshops, each covering ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Manslaughter charges laid after late December homicide on Siksika First Nation
By Medicine Hat News on January 8th, 2026
A member of Siksika First Nation and Calgary has been arrested and charged with manslaughter. Gleichen RCMP responded to a report of an assault on the Nation on Dec. 25 at 8:48 p.m. The victim was determined to need medical attention when officers arrived and was transported to a Calgary hospital. The victim passed away ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bassano RCMP seek suspect for multi-vehicle break-ins
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 8th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Mounties in Bassano are seeking public assistance for information on a suspect believed to be responsible for a string of vehicle thefts which occurred in the early morning hours last Sunday. RCMP responded to numerous calls of vehicles that were entered and several attempts made to enter other vehicles between 2:30 and 4 a.m. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Pride guild, Interpretive Centre partner for Valentine’s-themed trivia night
By Medicine Hat News on January 8th, 2026
Tickets are open early for lovebirds and nature enthusiasts for a joint fundraiser between the Prairie Pride Guild of Medicine Hat & District and the Medicine Hat Interpretive Centre. Naughty Nature Trivia is set to come to Medicine Hat Brewing Company on Feb. 7 at 7 p.m., right ahead of Valentine’s Day. The adult-only trivia ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Twenty-one films from Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival will show at the Esplanade
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on January 8th, 2026
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour hits the big screen at the Esplanade in less than a week, bringing three nights of adventure film screenings. In partnership with the Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre and thanks to local sponsor Cancarb, the Medicine Hat Library will present different films Jan. 11-13, starting at ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Applications open for net window of Community Vibrancy Grants
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 8th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The 2026 application period for the city’s Community Vibrancy Grant opened Monday. The Community Vibrancy Grant is designed to support community and activity projects that bolster community spirit, contribute to quality of life and enhance a sense of belonging to the community. Only one funding stream is available for 2026, the Community Projects and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Police apprehend suspects from last week’s shooting
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 8th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat police have now arrested Brendon Webb, 33, and Brooklyn Carriere, 31, who were wanted in connection to an early morning shooting at a southeast apartment building last Friday. Officers say the pair was successfully located Tuesday and were arrested on warrants on several serious offences, including firearms related charges, assault and robbery. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alberta Municipalities says conditions under Ottawa housing fund make it ineffective here
By ZOE MASON on January 8th, 2026
zmason@medicinehatnews.com Alberta Municipalities is concerned that the federal government infrastructure revitalization program unveiled in Budget 2025 won’t be effective in Alberta. The Build Communities Strong Fund will invest $51 billion over 10 years to support infrastructure projects like hospitals, universities, roads, water systems and transit across the country in an effort to stimulate housing construction. ... Read More »
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