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Borrowing underway for city utility projects
By Medicine Hat News on February 7th, 2025
@MedicineHatNews City council has begun the process to borrow $51.7 million to fund an initial batch of utility construction projects over the next two years. That includes work to twin a main water line feeding the south end and about one-third of households, and secure river-bank erosion near the city’s sewage treatment plant in 2026. ... Read More »
2 responsesPiano Heist stealing Esplanade spotlight this Monday
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on February 7th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com While they’ve promised no ivories will be stolen, the performers behind Piano Heist promise nothing about hearts as they hit the Esplanade this coming Monday. In a one-part musical performance and one-part comedy, performers Nico Rhodes and Patrick Courtin will be proving to Medicine Hat audiences that piano is still cool, as they take ... Read More »
1 responseAll options on table for how Saamis Solar unfolds, city’s energy chair says
By Collin Gallant on February 7th, 2025
@@CollinGallant The chairman of the city’s energy committee says there is no rush to build portions of the Saamis Solar Park, but the controversial project gives them “a lot of flexibility” no matter how several substantial hurdles faced by the power business are settled. Coun. Darren Hirsch told the News on Thursday that the project ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canadian fiddle champ visits local school for day-long workshop
By BRENDAN MILLER on February 7th, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Students enrolled in French immersion programming at Ecole St. John Paul II School received an immersive workshop Thursday on the bow stringed instrument often heard in French folk music, as the school welcomed Daniel Gervais, two-time Canadian Grand Master Fiddle Champion, to lead a series of workshops. Gervais was joined by accordion player, storyteller ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!RCMP offer tips on measures to keep your business safe from crime
By Medicine Hat News on February 7th, 2025
Alberta RCMP is reminding business owners across the province to be mindful of crime prevention practices in order to reduce theft and damage. With 4,460 reports of business break-and-enters within Alberta RCMP jurisdiction in 2024, they have come forward with a few tips to help keep properties secure. Quality alarm systems and cameras are a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!AHS online workshops on chronic illnesses begin again Feb. 25
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on February 7th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Alberta Health Services is offering workshops to help those with chronic illnesses, or who may be supporting someone with a long-term condition, to take control of their health. These online workshops, which will run over Zoom from 6-8:30 p.m. every Tuesday for six weeks, begin on Feb 25. Topics will include managing symptoms and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alberta Beef Producers continue tariffs talks with southern counterparts
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 7th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Representatives of Alberta Beef Producers say they are continuing talks with U.S. stakeholders to discuss the impact of potential tariffs while attending America’s largest national cattle industry conference, known as CattleCon, held in San Antonio, Texas. Wednesday, Alberta Beef Producers hosted a discussion around tariffs and wildlife interactions with the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association, Alberta ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nominate a class to receive a Valentine’s Day visit from Sparky
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 7th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com This upcoming Valentine’s Day two classes from kindergarten to Grade 3 will receive a special visit from Sparky the Fire Dog after the Medicine Hat Fire and Emergency Services announced the online contest Tuesday. Several classes have already been nominated on the fire services Facebook page to receive a visit from the friendly dalmatian ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Recent labour contracts signed or filed in Alberta include some hefty wage hikes
By Medicine Hat News on February 7th, 2025
@MedicineHatNews Newell County workers secured a near eight per cent wage hike this year in a contract signed in mid-December, according to the latest summary of collective bargaining released by the Alberta Ministry of Jobs. The overview also shows large pay raises for pipeline and utility workers resulting from contracts filed in the month of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Veiner centre focuses on fraud prevention throughout February
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 7th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com This month the Unison at Veiner Centre is shedding the spotlight on several frauds and scams targeting seniors that are becoming more prevalent within the community. Reports of frauds targeting aging adults, including the ‘Grandparent Scam,’ have been increasing in Medicine Hat. Recently, Medicine Hat police released another reminder to the public of the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Warnings lifted for now but frigid temperatures to continue in the region for foreseeable future
By Medicine Hat News on February 7th, 2025
@MedicineHatNews Medicine Hat and southeast Alberta emerged from “extreme cold warnings” on Thursday afternoon as the temperature in the city rose to the minus-teens, according to Environment Canada. The day’s low was officially -29C, at 4 a.m., while gusting winds created a wind chill of -39C. Sunny conditions and daytime highs above -20C are now ... Read More »
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