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Tigers sign import draftee Vasyl Spilka
By Medicine Hat News on August 9th, 2023
The Medicine Hat Tigers put pen to paper with another import draftee. The Tigers announced Tuesday they’ve signed Czechian forward Vasyl Spilka to a WHL Scholarship/Development Agreement. Spilka was selected 87th overall by the Tigers in the 2023 CHL Import Draft. Medicine Hat already signed their 27th pick from that draft, Latvian d-man Bruno Petrovics. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City to introduce new traffic calming measures in coming weeks
By Medicine Hat News on August 9th, 2023
The City of Medicine Hat will be introducing three traffic calming measures in the coming weeks. The initiative is part of a pilot project to improve transportation safety and address speeding, according to a Tuesday release from the city. “Lowering the speed limit is only one tool in the road safety toolkit and is not ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cypress County farmers grapple with drought issues
By FERNANDO MORENO Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 9th, 2023
mhnews@medicinehatnews.com The growing season this summer has been particularly hard for crop farmers of Cypress County, as they deal with the repercussions of an ongoing drought. “Unfortunately in agriculture, our business partner is Mother Nature,” says Nichole Neubauer, owner of Neubauer Farms in Medicine Hat. “She can be a bit hostile and pose some challenges.” ... Read More »
1 responseMHCBE hires 18 teachers, most will cover maternity leaves
By SAMANTHA JOHNSON Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 9th, 2023
The Medicine Hat Catholic Board of Education has hired 18 teachers this year, but with a record number of maternity leaves, 10 of those new hires will be on a temporary contract. “(It’s) is a lot for us. We are fairly small board,” said new deputy superintendent Nick Gale. Another two are temporary contracts to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City in talks again to sell Monarch Theatre
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 9th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com The City of Medicine Hat is once again in talks with an unknown potential buyer for the Monarch Theatre. Leah Prestayko, director of community development with the city, revealed it is currently in negotiations with a party in response to a request for proposals regarding the sale of the downtown landmark. She says the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!One male injured in Crescent Heights shooting on Saturday evening
By FERNANDO MORENO Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 8th, 2023
mhnews@medicinehatnews.com One male is being treated for non-life threatening injuries following a shooting in Crescent Heights on the weekend. The Medicine Hat Police Service responded to a weapons complaint Saturday at approximately 9 p.m. at the 400 block of 19th Street NE. The service’s press release states that a victim was approached by a currently ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Meteor shower viewing party this week at Echo Dale
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 8th, 2023
Hatters have a chance to see some meteor showers late night this week. The Medicine Hat Interpretive Program is hosting a meteor shower viewing party this week to watch the Perseid meteor shower. The Perseid meteors are considered the best meteor shower of the year by NASA for their bright colours and fireballs. During the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!One male injured in single-vehicle collision on Cypress County road
By Medicine Hat News on August 8th, 2023
At the very least, one man is facing serious, life-threatening injuries following a single-vehicle collision on Township Road 120 near the Range Road 60 intersection. Redcliff RCMP responded to the scene early Monday evening and remained there for several hours, past press time. The RCMP media department told the News just before deadline that the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nearing its 40th year, Costume Shoppe must close its doors unless buyer can be found
By FERNANDO MORENO Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 8th, 2023
mhnews@medicinehatnews.com The Costume Shoppe is preparing to wrap up for what will be its final season this fall. The store has served the community’s dress-up, make-up and costume needs for 38 years. Every item in the store is now for sale. The shop was run by Monica Schlaht for 36 years after opening in 1985. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hill Road could reopen by end of next week
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 5th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com Hill Road closed the week of July 4 for construction, with detours via Fifth Avenue and Fifth Street SE, but could reopen by the end of next week. The work was part of the City of Medicine Hat’s asset management program. “We want to keep the roads in good shape, so that is part ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!CFSEA releases Endowment Building Toolkit
By Medicine Hat News on August 5th, 2023
The Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta released this week an Endowment Building Toolkit with the goal of helping non-profit organizations and charities establish their own endowment funds. CFSEA announced the toolkit in a Friday release, stating it received grant funding for the endeavour through the provincial government’s Civil Society Fund for the Endowment Building for ... Read More »
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