September 9th, 2025

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Firefighter share campfire safety tips ahead of long weekend

By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 3rd, 2024

news@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat Fire and Emergency Services has posted on Facebook four safety tips for campers heading out to enjoy the Heritage Day long weekend, as the region remains under a heat warning. Firefighters say to use designated fire pits and make sure to clear an area at least 25 feet away from tents, trees ... Read More »

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Scrapbooking course part of August programming at Veiner Centre

By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 3rd, 2024

news@medicinehatnews.com Seniors interested in gaining tips and inspiration on their scrapbooking journey can register for the ‘Scrapbooking Fanatics’ course that will be offered over three days this month at the Unison at Veiner Centre. The course is targeted for members who “share a passion for preserving memories,” and will offer guidance for both beginners and ... Read More »

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Elkwater and area hosts handful of long weekend events

By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 3rd, 2024

news@medicinehatnews.com From beach-side shopping or bingo to backcountry mountain bike races, Elkwater and surrounding area is hosting several long weekend activities for those planning to travel south down the 41. Thrifters might be able to find a good deal throughout the townsite as several cabins are hosting a community yard sale between 10 a.m and ... Read More »

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Free program offered by local public division for first-time school bus riders

By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 3rd, 2024

news@medicinehatnews.com Students and parents who are expecting to use a school bus for the first time this fall are invited to attend a free program to learn about bus safety and some general rules. The Medicine Hat Public School Division and Southland Transportation are offering the ‘My First Ride Program’ for all public school students ... Read More »

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Curling in the Hat rebrands with renovated facility

By BRENDAN MILLER on August 3rd, 2024

bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Moving forward the Medicine Hat Curling Club will now be called the Medicine Hat Curling Centre as the board of directors wants the facility to be utilized by more members of the community. The rebranding to the Curling Centre comes two months before the facility is expected to reopen to the public following a ... Read More »

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Coulee interpretive walk offers insight on coal mining

By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 3rd, 2024

Tailored to those with a passion for local history, the Medicine Hat Interpretive Centre offers an interpretive walk, “Coal Mine Railway Trail.” The walk will be centred on the history of coal mining, Connaught Golf Club and who Rudyard Kipling was speaking about when he made his famous “all hell for a basement” statement, the ... Read More »

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Trail in Marlborough Coulee closed for repairs

By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 2nd, 2024

news@medicinehatnews.com A trail in Marlborough Coulee is closed temporarily until August 14 as crews work on repairs to the trail. The trail is expected to be re opened August 14 as residents are asked to remain off the trail bridge and adhere to posted signage and barricades. Users will need to take alternative routes to ... Read More »

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Medicine Hat Interpretive Centre to host photography walk

By Medicine Hat News on August 2nd, 2024

asmith@medicinehatnews.com Returning with the height of summer, the Medicine Hat Interpretive Centre is bringing back its seasonal Photography Walk, Aug. 8 at 10 a.m. Interpreters invite residents and visitors alike to take a stroll through Police Point Park with them and see how the nature space has changed as the year turns onward. All photography ... Read More »

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New health clinic on Maple hosts grand opening

By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 2nd, 2024

asmith@medicinehatnews.com A new medical clinic celebrated its grand opening Thursday afternoon, and staff look forward to helping the city’s ongoing capacity issues in regards to available health care. Drs. Gert Grobler and Andre Claassen have come together to open their space at 402 Maple Avenue, and were touched by the warm reception and interest since ... Read More »

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Full STEAM ahead for local student: Fatema Riaz aces Grade 11 diploma exams prior to spending summer studying biochemistry

By BRENDAN MILLER on August 2nd, 2024

bmiller@medicinehatnews.com For some students summer break is an opportunity to put away the text books and focus on other important things in life. Some students might kick back and relax, catching up on some much needed sleep. Others are motivated to work and volunteer, while others may spend extra quality time with family and friends. ... Read More »

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Behind the Scenes: New online video highlights Veiner Centre’s food support program

By BRENDAN MILLER on August 2nd, 2024

bmiller@medicinehatnews.com The Unison at Veiner Centre released a short video on its YouTube Channel in July showing how staff and volunteers prepare and deliver 120 meals a day through its ‘Meals on Wheels’ program. The behind-the-scenes video begins with food service manager Rick Leach explaining their early morning kitchen routine with video footage of vegetables ... Read More »

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