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Cypress postpones decision to leave Intermunicipal Committee
By Medicine Hat News on May 8th, 2024
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews Following closed discussion Tuesday, Cypress County council has decided to postpone sending a letter of intent to withdraw from the Intermunicipal Committee. Reeve Dan Hamilton noted that after the motion at the previous meeting, council received a lot of contact from counterparts in other municipalities. “I think everybody understands that we’re trying to get ... Read More »
1 responseWeather-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!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 responsePolice 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!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!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 »
Be the first to comment!RCMP shares tips for emergency preparedness week
By Medicine Hat News on May 7th, 2024
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews As May 5-11 is Emergency Preparedness Week across Canada, the RCMP is reminding citizens to keep aware what in their lives could potentially create an emergency. This year’s theme, “Be Prepared. Know Your Risks,” follows exactly that intent, encouraging Canadians to understand the risks in their area and learn what actions that they can ... 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!Inaugural library Comic Con a big success
By ANNA SMITH on May 7th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Residents of all ages made their way to the Medicine Hat Public Library on Saturday for the inaugural Comic Con, filling all levels of the library with nerdy excitement. The event ran for most of the day, beginning at 10 a.m., and featured a variety of activities, from a patrolling Darth Vader in honour ... 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 »
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