Local News
AHS online workshops on chronic illnesses begin again Feb. 25
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on February 7th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Alberta Health Services is offering workshops to help those with chronic illnesses, or who may be supporting someone with a long-term condition, to take control of their health. These online workshops, which will run over Zoom from 6-8:30 p.m. every Tuesday for six weeks, begin on Feb 25. Topics will include managing symptoms and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Warnings lifted for now but frigid temperatures to continue in the region for foreseeable future
By Medicine Hat News on February 7th, 2025
@MedicineHatNews Medicine Hat and southeast Alberta emerged from “extreme cold warnings” on Thursday afternoon as the temperature in the city rose to the minus-teens, according to Environment Canada. The day’s low was officially -29C, at 4 a.m., while gusting winds created a wind chill of -39C. Sunny conditions and daytime highs above -20C are now ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alberta Beef Producers continue tariffs talks with southern counterparts
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 7th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Representatives of Alberta Beef Producers say they are continuing talks with U.S. stakeholders to discuss the impact of potential tariffs while attending America’s largest national cattle industry conference, known as CattleCon, held in San Antonio, Texas. Wednesday, Alberta Beef Producers hosted a discussion around tariffs and wildlife interactions with the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association, Alberta ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nominate a class to receive a Valentine’s Day visit from Sparky
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 7th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com This upcoming Valentine’s Day two classes from kindergarten to Grade 3 will receive a special visit from Sparky the Fire Dog after the Medicine Hat Fire and Emergency Services announced the online contest Tuesday. Several classes have already been nominated on the fire services Facebook page to receive a visit from the friendly dalmatian ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Recent labour contracts signed or filed in Alberta include some hefty wage hikes
By Medicine Hat News on February 7th, 2025
@MedicineHatNews Newell County workers secured a near eight per cent wage hike this year in a contract signed in mid-December, according to the latest summary of collective bargaining released by the Alberta Ministry of Jobs. The overview also shows large pay raises for pipeline and utility workers resulting from contracts filed in the month of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Inaugural National Ski and Snowboard Day coming up on Feb. 21
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on February 6th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Canada’s first National Ski and Snowboard Day is just around the corner on Feb. 21, encouraging residents to get out and hit the slopes. The Canadian Ski Council announced the inaugural day in hopes of getting more people outdoors and active during the winter, something sorely needed in the colder months. National Ski and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bevo starting to pick up speed with added capacity
By Medicine Hat News on February 6th, 2025
@MedicineHatNews Increased capacity helped Bevo improve the bottomline of owner Aurora Cannabis as it transforms the Aurora Sun greenhouse in Medicine Hat to grow horticultural flowers and seedlings for other vegetable growers. Third-quarter financial statements released Wednesday state the plant propagation segment of the medical and recreational cannabis producer recorded $8.9 million in revenue last ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Annual High School Art Show return to college gallery
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 6th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Beginning next week, the artistic talents of local high school students will be on display at the Medicine Hat College One on One Gallery as the college collaborates with local students to host its annual High School Art Show. Work chosen by teachers at Crescent Heights, Eagle Butte, Medicine Hat and Monsignor McCoy high ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tigers thrill St. Patrick’s students during ball-hockey visit
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 6th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The sound of students cheering for their hometown Tigers was compatible with a large crowd during a home game at Co-op Place, as members of the local WHL club visited St. Patrick’s School on Wednesday to face off against Grade 1 and 5 students in ball hockey. St. Patrick’s School hosted the special event ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Women in Business annual Wine and Cheese event offers networking opportunities coupled with spring fashion
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on February 6th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com In honour of International Women’s Day, the Women in Business Wine and Cheese event is back with a brand-new twist. “This year we’re doing it a little differently,” says Corry Bohnet, event co-ordinator. “We have six retailers that will be bringing clothes for us to view for the new spring collections.” Bohnet explained that, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Two Hatters arrested following seizure of firearms and illicit drugs
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 6th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Police have charged 43-year-old Christopher Lane and 42-year-old Kerrie Simms with numerous firearm and drug related charges after executing a residential search warrant last Sunday. As a result of a short-term investigation into suspected drug activity, police searched a residence located on the 900 block of Fifth Street SE on Feb. 2, and were ... Read More »
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