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Cypress County council to consider forming audit committee
By ANNA SMITH on May 8th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Cypress County is considering putting together a financial audit committee in order to help ensure transparency and adherence to bylaws. The motion was first put forward by Coun. Robin Kurpjuweit at the April 3 meeting as a notice of motion, and resurfaced on Tuesday. Acting CAO Steven Toews noted this was something that has ... Read More »
1 responseNature Centre to offer skull identification lesson
By Medicine Hat News on May 8th, 2024
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews A unique pop-up program from the Medicine Hat Interpretive Centre takes a turn for the slightly macabre, as they invite residents to learn the finer points of skull identification. “Not only will it help us learn how to spot and identify animal skulls while exploring, but it will also provide insight into their behaviours, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Police seek interested residents to apply for citizens academy
By Medicine Hat News on May 8th, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Police Service is accepting applications from individuals interested in joining an outreach program to learn more about the service. Through a series of lectures and hands-on learning demonstrations, the Citizens Police Academy provides participants the opportunity to gain an understanding of daily operations of policing, and increase awareness on community safety ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Weather-related power outage affects more than 1,200 customers
By BRENDAN MILLER on May 8th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com The lights were out in several businesses and homes Tuesday morning as utility crews worked to restore power and repair downed lines near Scholten Hill following weather-related damage. Shortly after 6 a.m. the city reported more than 1,200 consumers had lost power in a section of the city that included parts of the Southeast ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat actor learns to be a modern warrior as co-host of Indigenous documentary series
By ANNA SMITH on May 8th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat’s own Joel Oulette hits the screen as part of an upcoming documentary series, showcasing young Indigenous changemakers. The series, Warrior Up!, is on inspiring youth from across Turtle Island. Oulette, alongside co-hosts Anna Lambe and Joshua Odjick, travelled across the continent to meet with various Indigenous youths, who were all making changes ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MHC hosting week-long Indigenous education program
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 7th, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com This week Medicine Hat public school Division students from Grade 4-10 have the opportunity to learn about the traditions of the Blackfoot, Cree and Metis cultures during KisKihkeyimowin, an educational event that fosters understanding and appreciation of Indigenous cultures. KisKihkeyimowin means ‘sharing good teachings’ in Plains Cree and annually provides students an immersive look ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Solar farm near Vauxhall delayed at least a year
By Medicine Hat News on May 7th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews An approved solar farm near Vauxhall has been put on pause by the developer as the province reviews power pricing and regulations. The “Vauxhall Solar Farm” was approved by the Alberta Utilities Commission in late 2022, and would comprise six quarter-sections in two blocks about 5 kilometres northwest of the town in the MD ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tickets on sale for Community Cares health foundation gala
By Medicine Hat News on May 7th, 2024
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The Medicine Hat Health Foundation hopes to welcome residents to the 2024 Community Cares Gala, to help raise money for cardiac care in the city. “When it comes to cardiac emergencies, every second makes a difference,” the foundation says in a press release. “That’s why having the best possible treatment close to home is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ganley says NDP leader debate needs to better reach mid-sized cities
By Collin Gallant on May 7th, 2024
@@CollinGallant A leading candidate to become leader of the New Democrats is again calling for more regional debates during the current contest, including one in Medicine Hat. Kathleen Ganley told the News recently that she is continuing to call for the party to focus on outreach in mid-sized cities like the Hat, Red Deer and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat senior charged with arson for 2023 restaurant fire
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 7th, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com Police have charged 77-year-old Keith Knight with arson for a fraudulent purpose following a lengthy investigation by the Criminal Investigation Section. First responders were called to a report of a structure fire on the morning of Aug. 14, 2023 located on the 500 block of Rutherford Street. The Medicine Hat man was charged May ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!RCMP Briefs: Woman dies in Swift Current RCMP custody on the way to hospital
By Medicine Hat News on May 7th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews RCMP in Swift Current say a woman who was taken into custody Sunday morning died while being transported to hospital. Mounties there say they attended a wellness check at about 11 .m. on May 5 on South Service Road, and located a woman who they say required medical care. While in transport by EMS ... Read More »
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