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Elm Street School able to hold River Flats Run once again
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on May 27th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com The River Flats Run returned on Friday with more than 1,000 kids participating. Students from 12 schools representing each of the three school divisions congregated on the playgrounds at Elm Street School about mid-morning. The run hasn’t been held since 2018 and originated during the floods when staff at the school wanted to bring ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City begins annual gas inspections
By Medicine Hat News on May 27th, 2023
City contractors have begun conducting annual gas infrastructure inspections at more than 9,000 residential and commercial properties’ throughout Medicine Hat and Redcliff. The inspections evaluate each property’s natural gas delivery system and bring attention to any issues in need of address. To conduct the inspections, contractors will need to access the exterior of each property. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Prairie Rose Public Schools updates its three-year education plan
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on May 26th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com Superintendent Reagan Weeks presented updates in the Education Plan 2023-2026 to the Prairie Rose Public Schools board of trustees this week, and it was approved as presented. This is year two of the plan and only a few modifications were made along with some minor updates. The first change was to the statement of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sudden death deemed non criminal in nature
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 26th, 2023
The Medicine Hat Police Service has released an update on its investigation into the sudden death that occurred Wednesday. In a statement on its website, MHPS said its investigation in conjunction with the Medical Examiner’s Office into the sudden death which occurred in the 2100 block of 24th Street SE is ongoing but there is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Notley rallies in the Hat calling for stability in gov’t
By COLLIN GALLANT on May 26th, 2023
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant Alberta New Democrat Leader Rachael Notley spent less time on a well-polished set of attacks on her main rival at a campaign stop Thursday in a riding where United Conservative Leader Danielle Smith is the incumbent candidate. But for 25 minutes Notley outlined her party’s platform in opposition to what she called uncertainty and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hatter holds RCMP badge that could be as old as the force
By KENDALL KING on May 26th, 2023
kking@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat resident Donald K. Stewart believes he may be in possession of an RCMP badge that is as old as the service itself, which just passed its 150th anniversary. Stewart stumbled upon the badge in the mid-1970s while out for a walk with his son in the hills that stretch between Medalta, Veinerville ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MHPSD to employ 22 fewer teachers next year
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on May 26th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com Leanne Dulle, director of finance, presented the 2023-24 budget this week to the board of the Medicine Hat Public School Division. The budget has a deficit of $2.29 million and the division will be employing 22 fewer teachers next year. Of MHPSD’s expenses, 75% is staff salary and benefits. This year there are 418 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City adopts summer water station program permanently
By Medicine Hat News on May 26th, 2023
The City of Medicine Hat will permanently adopt its water bottle fill station program, introduced last year as a pilot. The program aims to increase public accessibility to safe drinking water in summer months through installation of 10 fill stations throughout the city. The stations, built from parts belonging to the city assets inventory, connect ... Read More »
1 responseCandidates discuss plans for mental health supports
By KENDALL KING on May 25th, 2023
kking@medicinehatnews.com@kkingmhn Alberta’s health worker shortage has dominated pre-election discourse, but the issue extends beyond physical health as many communities across the province are also experiencing a shortage of mental health professionals to operate services. The issue is evident throughout the southeast region, however candidates in local ridings are confident in their party’s unique strategies to ... Read More »
1 responseCorrection: No beer gardens at hot air balloon festival
By Medicine Hat News on May 25th, 2023
An article published in the May 24 issue of the News incorrectly stated the upcoming Rise Up Hot Air Balloon Festival would include beer gardens. In actuality, beer gardens are not part of the event, but an outdoor patio and live music stage will be. For more information including a full schedule of events, visit ... Read More »
1 responseHat’s 39th annual Spring Bird Count scheduled for Sunday
By Medicine Hat News on May 25th, 2023
If you’ve got eyes like a hawk, then consider assisting with Medicine Hat’s 39th annual Spring Bird Count, taking place May 28. Each spring, Hatters turn their eyes to the skies in an attempt to spot, identify and record the numbers and species of birds within the city, so to gain better insights on local ... Read More »
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