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Ottawa to subsidize replacement of city buses
By Medicine Hat News on June 28th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews Ottawa will cover about one third of the cost of bus replacements in Medicine Hat and an active transportation plan, and a new tracking system for city transit from the federal Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program. A release Thursday states Medicine Hat will receive $2.6 million to replace public transportation vehicles as they approach ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Province seeking feedback for new parks plan
By Medicine Hat News on June 27th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews The province of Alberta is looking for feedback to help shape the new direction of its provincial parks. Alberta’s government is conducting a two-phase public engagement process to gather feedback from residents and visitors alike, to inform the development of a new Plan for Parks. “Our parks provide truly spectacular outdoor experiences, and we ... Read More »
1 responseVolunteer crop reporters needed in southwest Saskatchewan communities
By Medicine Hat News on June 27th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews Many rural municipalities in southwest Saskatchewan are in need of crop reporters to help keep a full picture of the growing season within the region. The weekly crop report delivers information on farm conditions throughout Saskatchewan, and is used across that province, and worldwide, by those interested or with stakes in the agricultural industry. ... Read More »
1 responseCity to twin major water line, likely in next budget
By Collin Gallant on June 27th, 2024
@@CollinGallant Water line work highlighted in Medicine Hat’s next proposed budget does not target “pre-stressed concrete” piping like the kind that failed in Calgary last month, but will create a failsafe to deliver water to one third of the city, according to city engineers. The Kipling Street water transmission main runs across a portion of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Library to offer Consumer Reports lessons
By Medicine Hat News on June 27th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews The Medicine Hat Public Library is offering a chance to guide residents through a hidden jewel of savvy shopping. Aimed toward those “in the market for a new TV, dishwasher, vehicle, crib or something else and don’t know where to start,” participants will be matched up with the knowledgable staff member and shown how ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Pahl family named Cypress County’s Farm Family of the Year
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on June 27th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Located just east of Suffield, the 2024 Farm Family of the Year for Cypress County is the Pahl Family. The fourth-generation Pahl Livestock operation extends far beyond simply tending the ranch, with members who have given back to the region they live in. The county award was decided in February, but in line with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Group calls local net-zero plans ‘ideological agenda’
By Collin Gallant on June 27th, 2024
@@CollinGallant The long-term cost of bringing the Gas City into a “net-zero” position will be laid out in late 2024 – and may not be needed for five years – Medicine Hat officials said this week, but a group that protested high power prices last fall is calling for a halt on funding an “ideological ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Energy Innovation Challenge application deadline extended
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on June 27th, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com The deadline for a challenge seeking innovative solutions to make energy more affordable and sustainable, and the province’s grid more reliable and resilient, has been extended to July 3. In May the city announced the launch of the Energy Innovation Challenge, looking for solutions to address energy grid congestion issues from local small- and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Students to spend summer out of country with MHC study abroad program
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on June 26th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Twelve students from Medicine Hat College are taking an opportunity to travel, earn extra credits and gain a new perspective through a study abroad program this summer. Spending their summers in India, South Korea and Japan, students will look to immerse themselves and open new doors for themselves. One such student, first-year university transfer, ... Read More »
1 responseCanadian country band ready to rock Stampede with new music, old favourites
By BRENDAN MILLER on June 26th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com The Washboard Union is returning to Medicine Hat with a unique sound that blends traditional and modern country elements as the musical headline for the Medicine Hat Stampede Night Show on July 25, less than two weeks after dropping their fourth studio album ‘Westerly.’ Band Member Aaron Grain explains the band grew from covering ... Read More »
1 responseGrant supports program to assist senior abuse victims
By BRENDAN MILLER on June 26th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Senior citizens in Medicine Hat who may be experiencing elder abuse including physically, NEXUAL, emotionally and financially can now seek additional support after the province announced more than $2 million in funding to implement the Safe Spaces program in rural and mid-sized communities on June 15. The Unison at Veiner Centre, along with similar ... Read More »
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