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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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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Council opts to refocus on Invest Medicine Hat

By COLLIN GALLANT on September 19th, 2023

cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant City council has voted to re-invest in Invest Medicine Hat after debate Monday about the economic development office’s new structure and budget, bringing its staffing level back to pre-pandemic levels. That comes at the expense of savings made over the past year since senior executives left the department, but restarts active development activities promised ... Read More »

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Dr. Gebhardt sanctioned by CPSA over sexual abuse accusation

By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on September 16th, 2023

https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews A doctor in Medicine Hat will be sanctioned after a disabled man accused him of sexual abuse, but will be allowed to keep seeing patients with a chaperone present at least until final penalties are determined by a professional conduct board in February. Ian Gebhardt was initially charged criminally with sexual assault and sexual ... Read More »

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Several events in Medicine Hat to finish off the summer

By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on September 16th, 2023

https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews Summer in the city is extending into September with warm weather and a number of events on the calendar. A list of special events for those looking to get out and about: – Art in Motion will feature a number of events from Towne Square to the Esplanade along First Street downtown, including the ... Read More »

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