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RCMP Briefs: Woman dies in Swift Current RCMP custody on the way to hospital
By Medicine Hat News on May 7th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews RCMP in Swift Current say a woman who was taken into custody Sunday morning died while being transported to hospital. Mounties there say they attended a wellness check at about 11 .m. on May 5 on South Service Road, and located a woman who they say required medical care. While in transport by EMS ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!RCMP shares tips for emergency preparedness week
By Medicine Hat News on May 7th, 2024
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews As May 5-11 is Emergency Preparedness Week across Canada, the RCMP is reminding citizens to keep aware what in their lives could potentially create an emergency. This year’s theme, “Be Prepared. Know Your Risks,” follows exactly that intent, encouraging Canadians to understand the risks in their area and learn what actions that they can ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MHC hosting week-long Indigenous education program
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 7th, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com This week Medicine Hat public school Division students from Grade 4-10 have the opportunity to learn about the traditions of the Blackfoot, Cree and Metis cultures during KisKihkeyimowin, an educational event that fosters understanding and appreciation of Indigenous cultures. KisKihkeyimowin means ‘sharing good teachings’ in Plains Cree and annually provides students an immersive look ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Solar farm near Vauxhall delayed at least a year
By Medicine Hat News on May 7th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews An approved solar farm near Vauxhall has been put on pause by the developer as the province reviews power pricing and regulations. The “Vauxhall Solar Farm” was approved by the Alberta Utilities Commission in late 2022, and would comprise six quarter-sections in two blocks about 5 kilometres northwest of the town in the MD ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tickets on sale for Community Cares health foundation gala
By Medicine Hat News on May 7th, 2024
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The Medicine Hat Health Foundation hopes to welcome residents to the 2024 Community Cares Gala, to help raise money for cardiac care in the city. “When it comes to cardiac emergencies, every second makes a difference,” the foundation says in a press release. “That’s why having the best possible treatment close to home is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Council, mayor chip away at expenses impasse
By Collin Gallant on May 7th, 2024
@@CollinGallant City councillors accused Mayor Linnsie Clark of “waging a vendetta against administration” in requesting expense and severance information at city hall, but Clark says it’s better to get the information out in the public. The contentious issue came to a head Monday in 90 minutes of discussion that eventually resulted in several motions to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Monday in Medicine Hat, May 6
By James Tubb on May 6th, 2024
Medicine Hat News A standing request by Mayor Linnsie Clark for human resource reports and expense information is set to be debated for the third time in a month when council meets tonight (6:30 p.m. at city hall, or broadcast live on Rogers Community Cable). Read the News coverage of the issue here. Council will ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hatters too down on the Hat’s economy: Smith
By Collin Gallant on May 4th, 2024
@@CollinGallant Medicine Hat’s city-owned power supply could draw high-tech investment and become a hub for artificial intelligence, data processing and aero-space industries, according to Premier Danielle Smith. She made the comment to a group of business and civic leaders Thursday, lingering on the point that while Hatters tend to see the local economy as depressed, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Art fair next week at Towne Square
By Medicine Hat News on May 4th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews Art buyers and those in need of a late Mother’s Day present will be welcomed to the “Last Minute Market” next weekend staged at Towne Square downtown by nine local artists and vendors. The event is the brainchild of artists Michele Winger and Kim Sibbald and brings together well-known local artists for the exhibition ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local Make-A-Wish leader honoured for 20 years of helping sick kids
By BRENDAN MILLER on May 4th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Brendan Miller bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Donna Serr is often referred to as the ‘Wish Lady’ because of her instrumental role in organizing, planning and co-ordinating numerous fundraising events for the Make-A-Wish Foundation over the past 20 years. Serr has been named the Make-A-Wish Volunteer of the Year in its western region and was recognized for her ... Read More »
1 responseLocal physician’s 2019 sexual assault charge dismissed by court in June 2023
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 4th, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com A Medicine Hat physician who faced a sexual assault charge in 2019 had his charges dismissed by courts last year. Dr. Arnold Nzale Nzali was charged on Oct. 16, 2019. A record of proceedings verifies Nzali was dismissed of his sexual assault charge by Justice Gordon Krinke on June 2, 2023, four years after ... Read More »
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