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Provincial electoral boundaries commissions finalized late last week
By Medicine Hat News on April 1st, 2025
@MedicineHatNews The makeup of a commission to look at Alberta’s election riding boundaries has been finalized – including a former provincial party leader and a Lethbridge area lawyer – and will begin its work in the near future, according to a release. The Electoral Boundaries Commission is tasked every two terms of provincial government to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Province urges public to use caution near large commercial vehicles
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on March 29th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Alberta’s government is reminding drivers to exercise caution when driving near large commercial vehicles. Unlike personal vehicles, trucks and buses need more room on the road to operate safely, and take longer to stop than passenger vehicles. As such, motorists are encouraged to give semi-trucks and buses the room they need to operate safely, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City will need to use $520K in reserves to keep tax hike at 5.6%
By BRENDAN MILLER on March 29th, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com City committee members heard a presentation on a proposed increase of 5.6 per cent to the municipal property tax rate for the median taxpayer in 2025 on Thursday that will now seek council approval for finalization on April 7. This year, city staff say they are recommending council to approve the municipal property tax ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Southern Alberta Soils event today at Homestead Market
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on March 29th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Coderre Flower Farm and TRAD Worm Industries are hosting a small launch event for Southern Alberta Soils, their new approach to seed starting and care. Combining local innovation with rescued materials, SAS is made with seed starting and seedling care in mind. Created with wool from 4H groups alongside waste products from greenhouses, breweries ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat Catholic Board of Education offers free literacy checkups
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on March 29th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com In April parents of children aged three to five who have registered or plan to register in Medicine Hat Catholic schools have the opportunity to receive a free child speech and language development checkup. The development checkups allow parents to discuss their child’s development with members of the MHCBE’s early learning team. “We want ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Veiner Centre operator highlights topics important to seniors this election
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on March 29th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The president of Unison for Generations 50+, which operates the Veinier Centre, says the demand for quality health care and aging resources, as well as food security, are on the forefront of issues senior voters may be considering in this federal election. Larry Mathieson, president and CEO of Unison, released a statement reporting more ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!RCMP issues motorcycle safety tips as weather warms
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on March 29th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat News As temperatures warm and motorcyclists are eager to get back on their bikes, RCMP are reminding drivers to be mindful and practise courtesy while sharing the road. “Spring brings an increase in motorcycle traffic, making it essential for all road users to remain vigilant, follow traffic laws and practice courtesy to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Interpretive Program hosting nature walk to mark World Health Day
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on March 29th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Interpretive Program is encouraging residents to get outdoors for World Health Day with a free nature walk. “The Medicine Hat Interpretive Program is excited to be hosting a family-friendly nature walk in Police Point Park,” said Genevieve Mathieu, Park Interpreter. “Join us as we walk and talk about some of the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Another case of measles confirmed in Taber
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on March 29th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Another case of measles has been confirmed in Taber, the province reported Friday evening, and the patient has been in public settings since being infected. Alberta Health Services says anyone who was at the following locations on the dates and times specified could be exposed to the disease: March 22, 2025 The Colosseum 450 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Road construction along Division Avenue set to resume Monday
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on March 29th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The final phase of construction on the Division Avenue S. rehabilitation project is set to resume Monday with the anticipation of all construction completed by late June. Construction will affect traffic from Seventh to 10th streets along Division Avenue. Work includes a rehabilitation of the asphalt surface, curbs and gutters. The work at the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tax auction likely cancelled as owners make payment arrangements
By Medicine Hat News on March 29th, 2025
@MedicineHatNews With just one outstanding tax agreement to be finalized, the City of Medicine Hat is likely to cancel a planned tax auction set for Monday. This winter city council was presented with an initial list of nine properties and one manufactured home that were more than three years in arrears. They were scheduled for ... Read More »
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