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Community concerns delay adoption of Transportation Master Plan
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on September 6th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Council has decided to postpone a decision on the Transportation Master Plan, the Active Transportation Strategy and the Transportation Safety Strategy until the first quarter of 2026 due to concerns and questions brought up by members of the community. The postponement is intended to provide an opportunity for further public engagement related to the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Province outlines school zone safety, bus etiquette as kids get back into routine
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on September 6th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com With back to school in full swing, the government of Alberta seeks to remind residents of school bus etiquette. “Kids are excited to be back and may be distracted or move unpredictably as they head to and from school,” said the province. “Afternoon traffic adds to the risk. It’s important for drivers to slow ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mustard Seed in desperate need of clothing donations
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on September 6th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Mustard Seed is reaching out to residents in Medicine Hat seeking donations for clothing. The non-profit says it is running out of clothes that help support vulnerable people in the community. “We are quite low,” reads a post on the Mustard Seed Facebook account. “We’ve been so fortunate to have your support, and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Grow the tax base, keep taxes down, council hopeful says
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on September 6th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Council candidate Dave Toth says he has watched the city stagnate for a decade, and is ready to get things back on track. Born and raised in Medicine Hat, Toth has always believed that if you desire a change, you need to be the one to put in the work to see it happen, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Province launches labour market portal as tool for workers, employers
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on September 6th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The provincial government has launched a new Labour Market Information portal to assist Albertans and employers alike with labour-related data, indicators and trends. “Alberta’s economy is strong, diverse and full of opportunity, and we want to ensure Albertans have every tool available to seize it,” said Joseph Schow, Minister of Jobs, Economy, Trade and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Editorial: Time for a new challenge
By Scott Schmidt on September 6th, 2025
Early this November will mark my 15th year as part of the Medicine Hat News team, and in that time I have seen a number of newsroom variations along the way. As it did for so many, the COVID pandemic took an obvious toll on the business side of what we do, but no matter ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Police seeking public assistance in vehicle collision; armed robbery
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on September 6th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Police Service reached out to the community Friday seeking help in two separate incidents. Officers are requesting help identifying a man involved in an armed robbery on Monday evening. The man, wearing a specific baseball hat covered with NFL team logo decals, a face mask, dark coloured T-shirt and blue jeans, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Crestwood pool temporarily closed for repairs
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on September 5th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Until further notice the Crestwood Rec Centre pool has been closed due to a mechanical issue. The city has not yet provided a timeline for repairs. To alleviate the problem, efforts were made by city staff last weekend to open the Kinsmen Aquatic Park at Big Marble Go Centre ahead of schedule. The leisure ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Whodunnit Players staging one-night-only performance of Champagne Murder
By Medicine Hat News on September 5th, 2025
The Redcliff Legion is taking it back to the 1960s with Medicine Hat’s newest face on the theatre scene, in a one-night-only mystery. The Champagne Murder, as put on by the city’s own Whodunnit Players, harks back to the era and energy of Austin Powers, as one detective and as many members of the audience ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Council hopeful would push for three-year tax freeze
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on September 5th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Council candidate Cheryl Phaff is staking her campaign on practical solutions to real problems, as she steps into the political spotlight. Phaff is no stranger to politics, as a former provincial director with the Wildrose Party who oversaw campaigns that resulted in 10 MLAs elected to the legislature. This however, is her first time ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Grant program open for special projects and one-time non-profit funding
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on September 5th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Redcliff’s Family and Community Support Services has open applications for grants totalling $30,000, which is available to fund special projects and operations for the community. Applications are now open for non-profits and organizations seeking one-time funding for projects designed to enhance the social well-being of Redcliff through promotions and intervention strategies. No deadlines have ... Read More »
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