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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 »
Be the first to comment!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 »
Be the first to comment!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 »
Be the first to comment!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 »
Be the first to comment!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 »
Be the first to comment!MH Women in Business Expo today at Stampede auditorium room
By Medicine Hat News on September 16th, 2023
With more than 70 exhibitor booths confirmed, the Women in Business Expo today is expected to be a jam-packed event. Taking place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the auditorium at the Stampede grounds, the expo is showcasing women across myriad industries, including construction and trades, real-estate, financial institutions, homegrown goods, medical services, clothing, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Yes, we’re moving, no, we aren’t laying off staff
By Medicine Hat News on September 16th, 2023
Well, this is awkward. According to a CHAT News report on its evening broadcast, the Medicine Hat News has made quite the announcement. “The Medicine Hat News has recently announced they’re moving to a smaller building and laying off some staff. Let’s hope the Medicine Hat News will continue to publish for years to come.” ... Read More »
1 responseDr. 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 »
Be the first to comment!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 »
Be the first to comment!City, condo associations working out cost-relief details
By COLLIN GALLANT on September 16th, 2023
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant City billing officials are now engaging condo associations in Medicine Hat to extend a “cost-pressure relief” program to individual unit owners who pay bills via their condo fees, officials tell the News. That program, passed last, week provides $800 over the next three months to residential – $2,000 for businesses – utility account holders ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!HALO gears up for expanded hangar charity gala
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on September 16th, 2023
reporter@medicinehatnews.com HALO Air Ambulance is gearing up for its second annual Turf to Tarmac Charity Gala on Sept. 29. “Last year, we had 25 tables and that was a sellout for us,” stated CEO Paul Carolan. “We wanted to start in a manageable way, but there was so much demand and so many people at ... Read More »
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