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City defends Saamis purchase plan against ‘naysayers’
By Collin Gallant on August 29th, 2024
@@CollinGallant A group positioning itself as a watchdog over city-utility operations is raising questions about a plan to buy, build and operate a massive solar power facility in Medicine Hat, but renewable energy observers hail the move as groundbreaking for the sector. Medicine Hats’ energy division said Tuesday it has an agreement to buy the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!The News has the buzz on wasps and hornet populations impacting the region
By BRENDAN MILLER on August 29th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Although traps, kits and DIY projects are effective methods of reducing wasp populations, the region won’t experience much relief from the black and yellow striped bugs until the weather turns. Wasps, hornets and bees continue to enjoy a constantly hot summer that has led to a rise in numbers as many colonies continue to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Project to end period poverty expands to four more libraries
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 29th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com With the ongoing success of the Shortgrass Library System’s Code Red project, four more sites will be joining the fight to provide accessible menstrual products. The project began its pilot in 2022, providing free products, along with educational information and materials about menstruation and reproductive health, to the libraries, with the support of the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Public school division releases new bus maps for upcoming school year
By Medicine Hat News on August 28th, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com Tuesday the Medicine Hat Public School division released school bus routes for students including bus number, stop location and pickup and drop-off times. Routes for registered riders can be accessed online at mhpsd.ca/route-maps. Unregistered students can still ride the bus for a two-week grace period if they haven’t received their bus pass yet, and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Root Cellar raises nearly $100K with third annual Amazing Race for Hunger
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 28th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Staff at the Root Cellar are calling third annual Amazing Race for Hunger an outstanding success. The event raised $96,231.80 for the Emergency Food Pantry, as well as overwhelming support from participants, volunteers, donors and the greater community. Executive director Melissa Mullis said, “This was an incredibly heartwarming day. We are deeply thankful for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City looks to buy Saamis Solar
By Collin Gallant on August 28th, 2024
@@CollinGallant The City of Medicine Hat plans to buy a proposal for the largest urban solar array in Canada from a private developer that already has approval to build on 1,600 acres in northwest Medicine Hat. The Saamis Solar Park is designed to produce 325 megawatts of power in peak conditions – slightly more than ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Maple Avenue getting storm sewer replacement next month
By Medicine Hat News on August 28th, 2024
Starting on Sept. 3, the City of Medicine Hat will begin the replacement of storm sewer infrastructure at the intersection of Maple Avenue and Fourth Street SE. This is part of a commitment to a proactive approach to infrastructure replacement, the city says, and an effort to ensure reliable service for affected residents. The two-phased ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Echo Dale Regional Park swim lake to close after long weekend
By Medicine Hat News on August 28th, 2024
As the heat of summer draws closer to an end, so do the remaining days to take advantage of Echo Dale Regional Park’s swim lake. After what is forecasted to be a warm and sunny long weekend, the swim lake will close at 7 p.m. on Sept. 2. Staff will begin draining the swim lake ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!PorchFest 2024 lineup unveiled, with fourth annual concert day set for Saturday
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 28th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The official lineup for PorchFest 2024 has dropped, and all is set for an afternoon of connecting local music to a local audience. This year marks the fourth PorchFest, and co-founder Rob Pape says it remains what he describes as his “pride and joy.” “We’ve taken an opportunity to connect the community with artists,” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Catholic division releases cellphone rules as provincial ban takes effect
By Medicine Hat News on August 28th, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Catholic Board of Education has released its administrative parameters for use of cellphones and electronic devices in schools beginning this year as provincial restrictions are set to kick in. The provincial government announced in June a limit on cellphone use in classrooms effective this fall that will prevent students between kindergarten ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Both sides feeling justified after judicial review
By Collin Gallant on August 28th, 2024
@@CollinGallant Reaction is mixed and still coming in after an early verdict in a judicial dispute between Medicine Hat Mayor Linnsie Clark and her council. In essence, King’s Bench Justice Rosemary Nation gave a partial win to both sides of the dispute. She agreed with Clark that sanctions including a $68,000 pay cut were unreasonable ... Read More »
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