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Province launches labour market portal as tool for workers, employers
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on September 6th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The provincial government has launched a new Labour Market Information portal to assist Albertans and employers alike with labour-related data, indicators and trends. “Alberta’s economy is strong, diverse and full of opportunity, and we want to ensure Albertans have every tool available to seize it,” said Joseph Schow, Minister of Jobs, Economy, Trade and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Editorial: Time for a new challenge
By Scott Schmidt on September 6th, 2025
Early this November will mark my 15th year as part of the Medicine Hat News team, and in that time I have seen a number of newsroom variations along the way. As it did for so many, the COVID pandemic took an obvious toll on the business side of what we do, but no matter ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Police seeking public assistance in vehicle collision; armed robbery
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on September 6th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Police Service reached out to the community Friday seeking help in two separate incidents. Officers are requesting help identifying a man involved in an armed robbery on Monday evening. The man, wearing a specific baseball hat covered with NFL team logo decals, a face mask, dark coloured T-shirt and blue jeans, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Crestwood pool temporarily closed for repairs
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on September 5th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Until further notice the Crestwood Rec Centre pool has been closed due to a mechanical issue. The city has not yet provided a timeline for repairs. To alleviate the problem, efforts were made by city staff last weekend to open the Kinsmen Aquatic Park at Big Marble Go Centre ahead of schedule. The leisure ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Whodunnit Players staging one-night-only performance of Champagne Murder
By Medicine Hat News on September 5th, 2025
The Redcliff Legion is taking it back to the 1960s with Medicine Hat’s newest face on the theatre scene, in a one-night-only mystery. The Champagne Murder, as put on by the city’s own Whodunnit Players, harks back to the era and energy of Austin Powers, as one detective and as many members of the audience ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Council hopeful would push for three-year tax freeze
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on September 5th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Council candidate Cheryl Phaff is staking her campaign on practical solutions to real problems, as she steps into the political spotlight. Phaff is no stranger to politics, as a former provincial director with the Wildrose Party who oversaw campaigns that resulted in 10 MLAs elected to the legislature. This however, is her first time ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Grant program open for special projects and one-time non-profit funding
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on September 5th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Redcliff’s Family and Community Support Services has open applications for grants totalling $30,000, which is available to fund special projects and operations for the community. Applications are now open for non-profits and organizations seeking one-time funding for projects designed to enhance the social well-being of Redcliff through promotions and intervention strategies. No deadlines have ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Motorists hitting the road for Poker Ride to support HALO
By BRENDAN MILLER on September 5th, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Put your foot on the pedal Sunday and raise funds for HALO Air Ambulance during the fourth annual Fun Poker Ride, open to the public with proceeds going directly to the life-saving service. Organized by the Medicine Hat Vintage Vehicle Club, the poker ride will take motorists to a variety of stops in and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bottle donations to support local seniors centre
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on September 5th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Until the end of October, bottle donations accepted at Shamrock Bottle Depot can be earmarked to support the Unison at Veiner Centre. “Each dollar raised supports older Albertans to live their best lives,” reads an announcement from the Veiner Centre. “By reducing isolation, loneliness and hunger we are thrilled to help those who need ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Friends of Medicare calling on federal government to keep its promise on pharmacare
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on September 5th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Friends of Medicare, alongside neighbouring Health Coalitions, is putting out the call for the federal Liberals to secure the future of pharmacare. Pointing out that during the spring election campaign, the Liberals promised continued action on implementing pharmacare, FoM is concerned to see a lack of action and no new agreements signed with provincial ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat’s Innovation Challenge awards three innovators from Calgary, Edmonton
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on September 5th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com During the second intake of a program which seeks to support innovative solutions aimed at accelerating energy transition, two companies from Calgary and one from Edmonton have been selected to receive funding for development. As a partner with Decentralised Energy Canada to host the Energy Innovation Challenge, all winning pilot projects will be implemented ... Read More »
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