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Fires permitted in city and Cypress Hills but caution urged as long weekend arrives
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 19th, 2023
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews There is no fire ban at Cypress Hills or city campsites as the May Long weekend arrives, but officials are stressing that caution is employed as Hatters enjoy Victoria Day holiday. “Conditions around the city are very dry; so even though there is no fire ban, people should be careful,” said Carter Gramlich, a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eagle Butte European trip a mashup of history and modern day
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on May 19th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com Ingrid Rose, teacher at Eagle Butte, and her husband Alan have been planning trips abroad for more than 15 years. Last month, they took a group of students to Greece, Turkey and Rome, a trip that was originally supposed to happen in 2020. The highlight of the trip for Kamea Clark was visiting all ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Health, finances dominate Brooks-MH debate
By COLLIN GALLANT on May 18th, 2023
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant Sparring on health care and government finances, candidates in the Brooks-Medicine Hat riding took the stage for the second and final time on Wednesday night. Danielle Smith, the incumbent and premier on a re-election campaign, said her government is on the right track and is making needed changes in health. New Democratic challenger Gwendoline ... Read More »
1 responseNDP candidate gets into debate after initially pulling out
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 18th, 2023
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews An election forum Wednesday had a full slate of candidates despite a statement by the New Democrat campaigns earlier this week that they would not take part. One night earlier, the Brooks Chamber of Commerce made a similar “late entry” exemption, allowing Brooks-Medicine Hat NDP candidate Gwendoline Dirk to take part after other candidates ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Former student organizes George P. Vanier reunion
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on May 18th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com Brydon Marchand started attending George P. Vanier School in 1989 before graduating in 2003. About to turn 40 years old in late June this year, he wanted to have a reunion with teachers and fellow classmates before he reaches that milestone. “I’ve been there so many years ago. I haven’t seen my teachers for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local group lending helping hands to those in need of financial support
By KENDALL KING on May 18th, 2023
kking@medicinehatnews.com A group of Hatters hopes give a hand up to those in need, and is inviting others to support by participating in its first public event on June 10. With the onset of the pandemic and subsequent global recession, Hatters Thomas Wilde, Jeremy Bruins and Devon Potvin witnessed a growing need for financial assistance ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Roy Wilson Learning Centre students earn real cash at Caring for Our Watersheds competition in Wetaskiwin
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on May 18th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com Two groups of students from Dr. Roy Wilson Learning Centre showcased their creative ideas for environmental initiatives on May 12. Caring for Our Watersheds was hosted by the Battle River Watershed Alliance at the Reynolds-Alberta Museum in Wetaskiwin. Students from across the province answered the question, “What can you do to improve your watershed?” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MH Interpretive Program hosting outdoor landscape watercolour workshop
By Medicine Hat News on May 18th, 2023
Medicine Hat’s Interpretive Program is inviting Hatters to relax and take in the beautiful landscape at Police Point Park during an upcoming outdoor* watercolour painting workshop. Taking place June 3 from 1-3 p.m., the workshop is open to individuals of all experience levels, a recommended 12 years of age and up. The workshop is $5 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nick Gale to become Catholic schools’ chief deputy superintendent
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on May 18th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com There is a transition going on within the Medicine Hat Catholic Board of Education as chief deputy superintendent Chuck Hellman is retiring and Nick Gale will be moving into that role on Aug. 1. “The last few months and the next month-and-a-half to come, I’m working side by side with Chuck. Right now, we ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Smith hosts first local event since campaign launched
By COLLIN GALLANT on May 18th, 2023
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant More than 300 supporters crowded the parking lot of United Conservative election headquarters in Medicine Hat to hear Danielle Smith in the first campaign event in the riding for the UCP Leader. “Here in southeast Alberta we know rural Alberta will play a continued role in the growth of our province,” she told the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘Trishaw’ accessible cycling experience officially launches for Medicine Hat seniors
By KENDALL KING on May 18th, 2023
kking@medicinehatnews.com Members of Bike Medicine Hat, Cycling Without Age Canada, Cypress View Foundation and the community gathered Wednesday for the launch of a new accessible cycling program for seniors. First reported by the News in October 2022, the local Cycling Without Age program allows seniors, as well as people challenged with mobility, to safely experience ... Read More »
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