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Alberta Health Service reminds public of late-summer water safety
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 9th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Alberta Health Services reminds residents of the risk of injury when out enjoying the provinces’ lakes and rivers, and shared a few tips to help keep safe while on the water. “Wear a proper fitting Canadian-approved life-jacket or Personal Flotation Device in a boat, kayak, canoe or other water sports and make sure it ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!AHS puts out call for volunteers at Medicine Hat Regional Hospital
By Medicine Hat News on August 9th, 2024
The Medicine Hat Regional Hospital is currently seeking volunteers for non-medical related tasks. These Volunteers are needed from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to bring ice water and socialize with patients on a daily basis. A hand is also needed to assist patients on Mondays from 4- 5 p.m. by calling bingo, as well as ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eight structure fires among more than 190 calls for service in July
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 9th, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Fire and Emergency Services released a breakdown Thursday of the 196 emergency incidents members responded to last month. Of those calls for service, eight were structure fires, 13 were outside fires and 25 calls involved carbon monoxide and gas leaks. On July 24 the News reported firefighters responded to three separate ... Read More »
1 responseCorrection: Night Market at Botanicals is on Saturday, not Sunday
By Medicine Hat News on August 9th, 2024
In a preview story in Thursday’s paper regarding the Night Market at Botanicals this weekend, the headline incorrectly stated the event is on Sunday. The date, which is correct in the story, is Aug. 10, which is Saturday. The News apologizes for the confusion... Read More »
1 responseA perfect recipe: National RibFest tour returns to the Hat
By BRENDAN MILLER on August 9th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Brendan Miller bmiller@medicinehatnews.com The aroma of savoury southern-style brisket, pulled pork and ribs will be lingering around the Medicine Hat Lodge through the weekend as the grills heat up this morning for this year’s annual Western Canada RibFest. Beginning at 11 a.m., three all-Canadian barbecue restaurants well-known on the East Coast will be serving ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City looking to clean honeydew secretions from playground
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 9th, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com The city’s parks and recreation department is asking residents to reach out if they notice sticky honeydew droplets on swings and slides while visiting a local playground. The sticky liquid is secreted by aphids as they feed on plant sap, and a higher density of aphids will increase the amount of honeydew that drops ... Read More »
1 responseNew report says Canada’s beef exports have potential to expand profits
By BRENDAN MILLER on August 8th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com A new report published Wednesday by the University of Calgary says there is still “considerable potential” to maximize beef exports in the province by expanding international trade. The paper, titled “Enhancing Canada’s Beef Exports and Competitiveness in the Global Market,” says Alberta reports the highest revenues in Canada in beef cattle ranching and farming, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Committee sends development permits to council consideration, formal adoption of Aurora greenhouse land use
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 8th, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com Members of the municipal planning committee approved Wednesday two development permit requests to go before council, as well as formally adopting a land-use permit for a greenhouse to grow vegetable starters and cut flowers. Among the development permit applications now headed to council include rezoning of a vacant property in the Flats to medium-density ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Police charge man with four counts of attempted murder in connection to SW Hill shootout
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 8th, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat News Thirty-year-old Cole Scory of Medicine Hat has been charged with four counts of attempted murder with a firearm after he opened fire and injured several officers July 27 who were responding to a weapons complaint in a four-plex apartment building located in the 200 block of Eighth Street SW. Scory has ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!County scholarship applications open until the end of September
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 8th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Cypress County gives out a series of scholarships and bursaries each year, supporting young residents on their path to further education. The county awards two $1,000 scholarships annually to students who reside in the county, including Ralston or Elkwater. Students are still eligible if residing in the county but attending school elsewhere, such as ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Botanicals night market returns Sunday
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 8th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Botanical Night Market returns this weekend, an opportunity for Medicine Hat residents to find their new favourite small business. Karri Montean, owner of Botanicals, says the market is primarily a way for her to give back to the small business community and look back to her roots as a home-based business. “We’ve got ... Read More »
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