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Upcoming Interpretive Program walk will look at biology of beavers
By Medicine Hat News on October 1st, 2025
The newest nature walk from the Medicine Hat Interpretive Program explores one of Canada’s most iconic animals as they delve into beaver biology. “This walk will take us on a fun exploration of beavers – checking out their anatomy, understanding why they do what they do, and discovering what makes them so fascinating,” said park ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Former mayor elects to run for council, eyes big builds
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on October 1st, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Former mayor Ted Clugston is seeking a return to municipal politics, this time as a councillor. When initially putting his name forward, Clugston admitted he filled out both the council and mayoral paperwork, initially unsure of which he wanted to run for. However, after introspection and discussion ultimately decided he would be best able ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alberta Association of Nurses waives membership fee for students
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on October 1st, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Alberta Association of Nurses has launched a no-cost student membership. The membership will be available to all entry-to-practice Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse and Registered Psychiatric Nurse students across the province. The initiative is designed to foster community and promote career-enhancing opportunities for early career nurses. “As nurses, we know how important it ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local piper plays in ‘Super Bowl’ of bagpipe world
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on October 1st, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat’s own Mark Burden represented all of Alberta this summer as he took part in the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. The tattoo, explains Burden, is akin to a large-scale concert consisting of 26 performances over several weeks. It is based in a longstanding tradition that has evolved over several centuries. “It’s based on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wear orange in solidarity for truth and reconciliation
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on September 30th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Today Hatters are encouraged to wear orange to stand in solidarity with Orange Shirt Day and honour the children who attended residential schools, including those lost, survivors and their families. Today also marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, which was established in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat consultant’s orphan well repurposing project named as finalist for international award
By ZOE MASON on September 30th, 2025
zmason@medicinehatnews.com Wes Paterson, a consultant based in Medicine Hat, has won a prestigious management consulting award for an initiative to repurpose orphan wells in the province. Paterson’s company, Paterson Consulting Inc., won the CMC Canada Project of the Year Silver Award, and has been selected as a finalist to advance to the International Constantinus Awards. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New outdoor rink to open in Saamis Rotary Park this winter
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on September 30th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com There will be 15 outdoor ice surfaces in Medicine Hat this winter as the city is building a new rink in Saamis Rotary Park. Parks and recreation crews have already begun setting up the framing for the rink, which can be deconstructed at the end of the year and used as regular park space ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Council terminates CAO Ann Mitchell
By BRENDAN MILLER on September 30th, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com During a closed session Monday evening, city councillors voted in favour of terminating city manager Ann Mitchell, who had been on temporary paid leave since the end of July. Councillors voted to send Mitchell an official letter of notice of her termination, though she will remain on a leave of absence with pay for ... Read More »
1 responseCandidate says experience positions him well to meet unique needs
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on September 30th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Council hopeful Jay Hitchen is looking to showcase to the world stage exactly how wonderful Medicine Hat is as a city. A former broadcaster and a retired business owner, Hitchen says his decision to run for council ultimately boils down to civic duty. “You live in a community for as long as I have, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Former Redcliff councillor Gale competing to win back her seat
By ZOE MASON on September 30th, 2025
zmason@medicinehatnews.com It’s been four years since Shawna Gale sat on Redcliff town council, and she wants to give it another go. After her first stint on council from 2017-21, Gale ran for mayor in 2021 and lost to incumbent Dwight Kilpatrick. This election, she hopes to win back her seat. Both in and out of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mayoral candidate McRobb wants to play to Redcliff’s strengths
By ZOE MASON on September 30th, 2025
zmason@medicinehatnews.com Don McRobb moved to Redcliff 12 years ago after a career in Saskatchewan that spanned municipal, provincial and federal government. This year, he wants back into municipal politics with a bid for mayor of Redcliff. After 21 years with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, he settled in Melfort, Sask., where he served a term ... Read More »
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