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Outgoing MLA Barnes will continue with political activism
By COLLIN GALLANT on May 5th, 2023
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant Drew Barnes will not run in the current provincial election, but is not retiring from politics, the three-term MLA for Cypress-Medicine Hat told the News on Thursday. He plans to continue advocating on issues he began campaigning on 13 years ago – direct democracy, representation and the faults of party politics – through a ... Read More »
1 responseEcho Dale swim lake delayed into mid July due to boat lake repair
By Medicine Hat News on May 5th, 2023
The seasonal opening of Echo Dale’s swim lake is delayed roughly two weeks as a result of ongoing efforts to replace the boat lake liner. Work to replace the boat lake liner, which was leaking due to damage, began in March. The work was originally expected to complete in late June and was not anticipated ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cornhole league off and running in Medicine Hat
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on May 5th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com The South East Alberta Sundogs Cornhole League officially started up Wednesday at the Robertson Legion. Tom and Carol Simpson decided to organize a league after spending a couple of evenings with the Strathmore league and one in Calgary. The Simpson’s got into cornhole when they purchased an RV a few years ago and it ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Toonies 4 Games allows kids to raise money for Special Olympics
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on May 5th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com On Thursday, Toonies 4 the Games took place across all three school districts in the Medicine Hat region. Students were asked to bring a toonie to school to support the 2026 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games. It is also hoped the fundraiser will spread awareness of the games amongst the students, staff and parents ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hut 8 successor will call U.S. home if proposed merger goes through
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 5th, 2023
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The successor to Hut 8 Dataprocessing would be domiciled in the United States after a proposed merger is completed, according to the head of the Canadian firm with major operations in Medicine Hat. This winter it announced it would join with US Bitcoin to become a large-scale, publicly traded Bitcoin miner focused on economical ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Weekly program offers public a way to familiarize with gardening
By KENDALL KING on May 5th, 2023
kking@medicinehatnews.com The Growing Gardeners Education Program returned for its second year Wednesday evening. Offered through a partnership between Medicine Hat’s Community Food Connections Association and Root Cellar Food and Wellness Hub, the free public program provides gardeners of all skill levels with tips and tricks to help their garden thrive. “Gardening can be kind of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Public urged to use caution as groups clean up highway this Saturday
By Medicine Hat News on May 5th, 2023
Highway motorists are reminded to exercise extra caution Saturday as groups of volunteers from clubs, schools, church organizations, sports teams and more will be participating in the province’s annual highway cleanup. Motorists are asked to slow down, obey signs and remain vigilant when passing crews... Read More »
Be the first to comment!George Davison School holds first Diversity Day
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on May 4th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com George Davison School held its inaugural Diversity Day on Wednesday. Wendy Weiss, vice principal, said, “We’ve invited different community services. We want that to grow bigger, too, and get more people involved.” The school invited all families and any community members to come and participate. The students started working on their projects in February ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Health Canada recalls teethers and pacifier clips due to choking hazard
By Medicine Hat News on May 4th, 2023
Health Canada has issued a recall for Souris Mini Teethers and Pacifier Clips and is urging parents to immediately dispose of any in their possession due to the potential chocking risk they pose. Canadians are reminded the sale, redistribution or gifting of recalled items is prohibited under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act... Read More »
1 responseDocumentary features MH Folk Music Club
By KENDALL KING on May 4th, 2023
kking@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat Folk Music Club is the subject of a new documentary celebrating the local arts and culture scene, while highlighting the role community plays in keeping it alive. The documentary, created by Telus in collaboration with Bamboo Shoots video production company, premiered last week, much to the excitement of club members. “We’re definitely ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Turbine height lower than expected at Winnifred Wind Farm
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 4th, 2023
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The height of 22 winds turbines approved to go up south of Rattle Snake lake may be nine metres (almost 30 feet) shorter than originally proposed, according to regulatory documents submitted Wednesday. Enerfin Energy plans to build the Winnifred Wind Farm and related substation northwest of Seven Persons. This week the company applied to ... Read More »
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