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Bandits’ jump to BCHL could prove costly for late-season arena tab
By Medicine Hat News on February 21st, 2024
@MedicineHatNews Switching leagues mid-season could cost the Brooks Bandits $10,000 if ice at the Centennial Regional Arena is needed for a championship series in the British Columbia Junior A hockey league. The former AJHL team, and defending Alberta Junior A champions, left the Alberta circuit in a high profile dispute with four other teams earlier ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City of Medicine Hat eyes better grant approval system
By COLLIN GALLANT on February 21st, 2024
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant City Hall will study how grant requests from nonprofit groups could be evaluated and potentially fulfilled. Coun. Ramona Robins told the regular meeting of council Tuesday that an obvious need exists, requests are being made and the city has resources to help community groups with money for building projects and equipment needs. Her colleagues ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City’s new green plan delayed a few months
By Medicine Hat News on February 21st, 2024
@MedicineHatNews An environmental framework for city operations due this spring could be delayed until the summer, council heard Tuesday. The “Environmental Framework and Action Plan” would seek ways to reduce energy and water use at city facilities. It was due to be finished in April, according to a draft report made public in late 2023. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Redcliff to host cats for family and felines event
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on February 20th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Redcliff Library will be hosting a handful of furry friends on Wednesday, in partnership with the Medicine Hat SPCA. After the success of previous cat cafes, says library manager Tracy Laternus, they’re excited to have a repeat event. “There will be approximately four cats from the SPCA free-roaming in the conference room, and we’ll ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Veiner Centre caregiver support groups running throughout the month
By Brendan Miller on February 20th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Members who are taking care of loved ones, family members or friends living with degenerative nerve diseases will be able to find assistance and connect with other caregivers during a series of support groups at the Veiner Centre. This week the facility is hosting support sessions for people providing care to others living with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Handy reused items coming to free pop-up store
By Medicine Hat News on February 20th, 2024
Police Point Park’s Interpretive Program is getting ready to host a free pop-up store aimed to bring members of the community together and help reduce waste on the planet. “Stuff Swap” will allow residents to share items they longer longer need but may have benefits to others in the community. Residents are asked to bring ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local Family Day events draw large turnouts
By Brendan Miller on February 20th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Under the sunshine in Police Point Park families gathered to enjoy the warm weather and participate in activities held by the Kiwanis Club during one of several Family Day events held around the city on Monday. The annual event at Police Point Park was well attended and featured a scavenger hunt and free treats ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Dialysis patient partnered with Subway to bring lunch for hospital staff
By James Tubb on February 17th, 2024
Anna Smith asmith@medicinehatnews.com Don Munro has been finding ways to show appreciation for the healthcare workers who have helped him during years of treatment in and out of hospital stays. That first involved handing out gift cards for the coffee shop in hospital atrium, but since it’s closed during his Saturday dialysis treatment, Munro switched ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!AHS says flu season isn’t over yet
By Medicine Hat News on February 17th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews Alberta Health Services looks to remind people that while length of flu season can vary, it’s not over just yet. “A typical season starts in October and lasts until February or March. In Alberta, influenza remains active,” read a statement from AHS. Official influenza numbers are unlikely to be available until the end of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Family Day weekend events around The Hat
By Brendan Miller on February 17th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com There are plenty of activities happening around the city this weekend to celebrate the Family Day long weekend. On Saturday the ‘Something for Everyone Market’ is offering free admission throughout the weekend from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Cypress Centre Auditorium on the Stampede grounds. On Monday, Police Point Park is hosting ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Courthouse receives security system upgrade
By Medicine Hat News on February 17th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews A recent security system upgrade at the Medicine Hat courthouse cost about $1.1 million in total, according to a listing of contract changes published by the province this month. The previously unstated budget was listed in the Alberta Gazette on Feb. 15 as final costs came in about 10 per cent higher than expected ... Read More »
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