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Residents of Richmound worry as cult leader settles in
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on September 20th, 2023
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews Residents of Richmound, Sask., are concerned that a cult is setting up a presence in their village. The leader, “Queen Romana Didulo,” claims to be the rightful queen of Canada, promises people their bills will forgiven and asks for money as she travels in motorhomes and buses to meet online followers across the country. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rotary group finalizes Monarch Theatre buy
By COLLIN GALLANT on September 20th, 2023
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant The Monarch Theatre will reopen as a downtown venue for movies and performances once a sale is finalized to a not-for-profit society formed by four local Rotary Clubs, city council heard Monday. The group, known at the Monarch 1911 Society, would acquire the 112-year-old movie house for $100,000 from the city, then engage local ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Southeast Hill home back before municipal planning commission
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on September 20th, 2023
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews A proposal to build a luxury home near the edge of the Southeast hill will be back before the municipal planning commission Wednesday, one year after it was rejected by council when neighbours raised concerns about slope stability. Construction company owner Rick Wahl applied in the summer of 2022 to demolish the existing house ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!How-to farm education guide for teachers unveiled
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 20th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com A Farm Ed Toolkit, created by the Rural Development Network, is now available. It is a how-to guide that allows teachers to incorporate more agricultural education into their classroom or the outdoor environments of their schools. The toolkit was funded by a grant through the agriculture literacy vein of the Canadian Agriculture Partnership . ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lt. Gov. touts Hat in visit for awards
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 20th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com The Lieutenant Governor of Alberta Distinguished Artist Awards were given out this past Saturday at the Esplanade. The presentation of the awards was bookended with a Jingle Dance by Josie Saddleback before and a violin solo by Kaylyn Legere afterward. In her address, Lt. Gov. Salma Lakhani talked about the world of art and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Historical Society AGM next week, pair of donations announced
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on September 20th, 2023
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The Medicine Hat Historical Society is inviting the community to its annual general meeting next week and announcing two substantial donations it’s made to groups in the region. Earlier this month, the society provided $15,000 to the Etzikom Museum to help with needed repairs to the building’s roof, as well as $5,500 to help ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MH Public Library hosting several truth and reconciliation events
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 19th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com There is plenty going on at the Medicine Hat Public Library over the next two weeks. Chief librarian Ken Feser stated, “We’ve had a super busy September. It’s great but it will be nice to take a breath in October.” On Wednesday from 3-5 p.m. the movie Indian Horse will be showing, followed by ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Natural gas in Saskatchewan will get cheaper but no changes to power pricing
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on September 19th, 2023
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The price of home heating in Saskatchewan will go down, but the Crown corporation that provides power service is not going to adjust its prices for 2024. Late last week, a rate review panel that approves utility price proposals endorsed a one-quarter reduction in natural gas prices and a six per cent increase in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Company’s donation expands Cycling Without Age trishaw program for seniors
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on September 19th, 2023
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews A program that provides bicycle tours for residents of local nursing is expanding thanks to a donation from an oil company that operates in the region. “Cycling Without Age” volunteers use a stable “trishaw” pedal bike to take seniors on outings and will now add another vehicle thanks to a $10,000 donation from International ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat College has full slate of events scheduled for Pride Week
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 19th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat College has activities planned for Pride Week (Sept. 18-22) in support of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Taking part in the activities fosters an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. “We hope these celebrations inspire empathy, compassion and a commitment to creating a safe and welcoming space for all students regardless of their ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hundreds take part in HALO Schools Day
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 19th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com It was a perfect day last Thursday for the HALO Emergency Services Schools Day. A long line of school buses dropped off hundreds of excited Grade 4-6 students from across all three local school divisions. Katie Albers brought her Grade 5 class from Southview Community School. Last year, Albers taught a split 4/5 class ... Read More »
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