July 12th, 2025

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Can’t slow him down: Young man with Cerebral Palsy needs a little help to continue his success story

By BRENDAN MILLER on August 10th, 2024

bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Working with cars has been Carter Jones’ passion ever since he was young, and despite living with Cerebral Palsy since he was child, Jones has been able to build his own company in Medicine Hat that offers car detailing and full service packages. Jones was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy after going into cardiac arrest ... Read More »

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Medicine Hat Interpretive Program brings history walk to Redcliff

By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 10th, 2024

asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Interpretive Program is inviting residents outside of the city for a glimpse into more than 100 years of local history in the Town of Redcliff. “This small town was once a hub for all kinds of industries until tragedy struck,” says park interpreter Hannah White. “Come along to learn the stories ... Read More »

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Salvation Army reevaluating programs offered, changes to come

By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 9th, 2024

asmith@medicinehatnews.com ANNA SMITH asmith@medicinehatnews.com Local Journalism Initiative The Salvation Army is looking to the future and evaluating current services in the city, though what this may look like remains to be seen. This review of services has been brought on primarily by a potential change in venue, says Maj. Al Hoeft, divisional secretary for public ... Read More »

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Alberta Health Service reminds public of late-summer water safety

By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 9th, 2024

asmith@medicinehatnews.com Alberta Health Services reminds residents of the risk of injury when out enjoying the provinces’ lakes and rivers, and shared a few tips to help keep safe while on the water. “Wear a proper fitting Canadian-approved life-jacket or Personal Flotation Device in a boat, kayak, canoe or other water sports and make sure it ... Read More »

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AHS puts out call for volunteers at Medicine Hat Regional Hospital

By Medicine Hat News on August 9th, 2024

The Medicine Hat Regional Hospital is currently seeking volunteers for non-medical related tasks. These Volunteers are needed from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to bring ice water and socialize with patients on a daily basis. A hand is also needed to assist patients on Mondays from 4- 5 p.m. by calling bingo, as well as ... Read More »

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Eight structure fires among more than 190 calls for service in July

By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 9th, 2024

news@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Fire and Emergency Services released a breakdown Thursday of the 196 emergency incidents members responded to last month. Of those calls for service, eight were structure fires, 13 were outside fires and 25 calls involved carbon monoxide and gas leaks. On July 24 the News reported firefighters responded to three separate ... Read More »

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Correction: Night Market at Botanicals is on Saturday, not Sunday

By Medicine Hat News on August 9th, 2024

In a preview story in Thursday’s paper regarding the Night Market at Botanicals this weekend, the headline incorrectly stated the event is on Sunday. The date, which is correct in the story, is Aug. 10, which is Saturday. The News apologizes for the confusion... Read More »

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A perfect recipe: National RibFest tour returns to the Hat

By BRENDAN MILLER on August 9th, 2024

bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Brendan Miller bmiller@medicinehatnews.com The aroma of savoury southern-style brisket, pulled pork and ribs will be lingering around the Medicine Hat Lodge through the weekend as the grills heat up this morning for this year’s annual Western Canada RibFest. Beginning at 11 a.m., three all-Canadian barbecue restaurants well-known on the East Coast will be serving ... Read More »

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City looking to clean honeydew secretions from playground

By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 9th, 2024

news@medicinehatnews.com The city’s parks and recreation department is asking residents to reach out if they notice sticky honeydew droplets on swings and slides while visiting a local playground. The sticky liquid is secreted by aphids as they feed on plant sap, and a higher density of aphids will increase the amount of honeydew that drops ... Read More »

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New report says Canada’s beef exports have potential to expand profits

By BRENDAN MILLER on August 8th, 2024

bmiller@medicinehatnews.com A new report published Wednesday by the University of Calgary says there is still “considerable potential” to maximize beef exports in the province by expanding international trade. The paper, titled “Enhancing Canada’s Beef Exports and Competitiveness in the Global Market,” says Alberta reports the highest revenues in Canada in beef cattle ranching and farming, ... Read More »

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Committee sends development permits to council consideration, formal adoption of Aurora greenhouse land use

By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 8th, 2024

news@medicinehatnews.com Members of the municipal planning committee approved Wednesday two development permit requests to go before council, as well as formally adopting a land-use permit for a greenhouse to grow vegetable starters and cut flowers. Among the development permit applications now headed to council include rezoning of a vacant property in the Flats to medium-density ... Read More »

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