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Heritage Christmas Market begins today with more than 55 vendors
By Medicine Hat News on November 28th, 2025
Medalta is hosting its biggest ever Heritage Christmas Market this weekend in the latest in a lineup of festive events leading up to the holiday in the Hat. The market will take place today from 4-8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Medalta in the Historic Clay District. The museum spaces ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tech showcase wraps semester for AgPro CTF
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 28th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Prairie Rose Public Schools celebrated the end of its AgPro CTF semester with a tech showcase Thursday, highlighting what may lay in store for students with a passion for agriculture. “This was our first ever ag pro machinery and technology showcase as a celebration at the end of our career and technology foundations, also ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Discover the region’s altered landscape on upcoming nature walk
By Medicine Hat News on November 27th, 2025
The Medicine Hat Interpretive Program is looking to celebrate the less-than-natural landscape of the city with its latest nature walk. “Our landscape is natural, right? Everything is native, natural and belonging to our ecosystem which has looked like this forever? Well, things may not be as they appear,” said Mhairi Donnelly. “Join this guided walk ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!ASIRT investigating mounties use of force in Gleichen arrest
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 27th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Members of the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team are investigating RCMP’s use of force of a female who was in custody at its detachment in October. According to a press release, Mounties in Gleichen arrested a female for mischief during the evening of Oct. 30 at 9:50 p.m. On being arrested the female suspect ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Showing of Mary Poppins a preview of upcoming McCoy production
By ZOE MASON on November 27th, 2025
zmason@medicinehatnews.com A student-led fundraiser is taking over the silver screen at the historic Monarch Theatre this Saturday. This weekend’s screening of Mary Poppins was organized by Madison Mauch, a Grade 12 student at Monsignor McCoy High School, to fundraise for her school’s production arts program and promote their upcoming production of the 1964 classic. Mauch ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Student-led career fair showcases local opportunities in STEM fields
By BRENDAN MILLER on November 27th, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Members of the Medicine Hat High School SPARK club (supporting passions and advancing real knowledge) held a career fair for fellow students in the school’s main foyer Wednesday morning, hoping to inspire and share insights on careers available within the STEM fields. Grade 12 student and founder of the SPARK Club, Zainab Riaz, says ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!College staff to showcase art in upcoming exhibit
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 27th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Staff and faculty members of Medicine Hat College will put their talents on display during an upcoming art exhibition, which opens Monday. Extracurricular: MHC Creates runs from Dec. 1 to Jan. 22 at the One on One Gallery, and will showcase art from instructors and college staff in a variety of different roles. Art ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Good time to be a seller, real estate board president says
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 27th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Home prices in Medicine Hat have continued strong through the fall real estate market, according to figures from the local real estate board. Ninety-six homes were sold in the City of Medicine Hat in October, a 3.2 per cent increase from October 2024. When the surrounding area is factored in, the trend is even ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!CFSEA urges public to support local organizations for Giving Tuesday
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 27th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Giving Tuesday 2025 is next week and the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta is encouraging residents to celebrate by supporting local charities. Recognized globally as a day of generosity, Giving Tuesday inspires individuals, businesses and organizations to give back in meaningful ways, says CFSEA. “Across southeastern Alberta, charitable organizations play a vital role in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!PRPS working on dual-credit opportunities
By Medicine Hat News on November 27th, 2025
Prairie Rose Public Schools held its public board meeting Tuesday, looking toward the future of education for rural youth in the region. Work has begun preparing the land for the new Yuill School of Agriculture building, says assistant superintendent Boyd Craven. Discussions are also underway with Medicine Hat College and SAIT to develop dual credit ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!St. Barnabas putting focus on Advent, which begins next week
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 27th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com For many mainline churches, the season of Advent starts at the beginning of next week, and St. Barnabas Church is no exception. The season, says Rev. Oz Lorentzen, allows for many things that are mentally, socially and spiritually healthy leading up to Christmas. “Preparation is important,” said Lorentzen. “If you’ve ever been involved in ... Read More »
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