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Two Hatters face several charges after police seize loaded shotgun
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 17th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Police Service has charged two Hatters after responding to a disturbance Sunday involving weapons. A 35-year-old Nickolas Petke and 49-year-old Ghulam Faqeri are facing several weapons related charges after police arrested the duo and conducted a search at a home which led to the seizure of a loaded 12-gauge shotgun, a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MHIP hosting second birdseed fundraiser
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on December 17th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Interpretive Centre is launching their final birdseed fundraiser of the year. “Whether you participate in project FeederWatch, the Christmas Bird Count from your backyard feeder, or simply enjoy watching the birds – we have something for everyone to enjoy,” said park interpreter Rhys Mah Poy. With several options to choose from, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat Public School Division shares Fall budget updates
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 17th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Public School Division has prepared its 2025-26 Fall budget update, which has been presented to trustees and reports a balanced approach as student enrollment levels continue to decline. The school division reported a decrease of 123 students from the last school year to a total student population of 6,914 and student ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Health groups across Canada sign open letter to Carney, Health Minister demanding action on Alberta’s Bill 11
By ZOE MASON on December 17th, 2025
zmason@medicinehatnews.com An open letter signed by ten Canadian health coalitions is calling on the federal government to respond to Alberta’s law enabling dual practice in the province. The coalitions, together representing more than three million Canadians, argue that Alberta’s Bill 11, which was passed last week, represents a violation of the Canada Health Act. Alberta’s ... Read More »
1 responseCouncil approved police wage increase in new collective agreement
By BRENDAN MILLER on December 17th, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com City councillors unanimously approved a wage increase to members of the Medicine Hat Police Association Monday during its regular meeting that will be pulled from the city operating budget. With the approval of the motion, police officers will see a pay increase of 3.75 per cent ratified to the beginning of 2025, as well ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Utility service bump made official; average residential customer to see $3.06 per month added
By BRENDAN MILLER on December 16th, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Following two public presentations Monday night, city councillors voted unanimously to adopt changes to the electric and gas utility bylaws that will see a small increase to bills in 2026. Changes to the 2026 budget will affect customers differently by class, however the average residential monthly electric bill will experience a year-over-year increase of ... Read More »
1 responsePair charged after suspicious vehicle report leads to weapons seizure
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 16th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Two men have been charged with numerous weapons-related offences following an arrest in the area of Dunmore Road and 21st Street SE on Friday. Medicine Hat police responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle with a male sleeping behind the steering wheel on Friday. Officers found 58-year-old Clinton Mayer behind the wheel, 62-year-old ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!40-year-old arrested after multiple people affected in bear spray assault
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 16th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Nathan Canfield, 40, has been charged with several offences after allegedly releasing a significant amount of bear spray in the front entryway to a residence in the 2000 block of Southview Drive on Friday. Police responded to multiple individuals being assaulted with bear spray and determined Canfield discharged the Oleoresin Capsicum, also called bear ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Province, Feds extend affordable childcare for one more year
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 16th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Childcare will remain at a $15-a-day rate after the province and federal government announced it signed a one-year extension to the funding model, which was set to expire in March. The announcement of the extended deal came Friday afternoon and will keep parent fees at $15 per day or less beyond March 31, 2026. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Progress made but more to do is the message as Truth & Reconciliation report reaches 10-year mark
By ZOE MASON on December 16th, 2025
zmason@medicinehatnews.com Monday marked 10 years since the Truth and Reconciliation Commission released its final report on Canada’s residential school system. The report also contained 94 calls to action to redress the legacy of colonialism in the country. Andrew Spotted Bull of the Miywasin Friendship Centre says the milestone is worth celebrating, but there is still ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!A number of products from Inspired Go have been recalled due to listeria concern
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 16th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Canadian Food Inspection Agency issued a recall Sunday for several products from the brand Inspired Go in Alberta due to possible listeria contamination. Inspired Go’s Bento Noodle Bowl, Greek Mezze Salad, Dill Chickpea Salad, Super Solstice Salad and Pickle Platter Snack Pack have all been affected by the recall. People are advised not ... Read More »
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