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Century-old courthouse celebrated
By COLLIN GALLANT on June 3rd, 2022
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant While the Mounties always get their man, the determination of the local legal community has brought about a long-planned celebration of Medicine Hat’s century-old courthouse on Thursday. That comes 101.75 years after the facility opened in the fall of 1920, but delays due to the COVID pandemic caused several postponements of a gala evening ... Read More »
1 responseJazzFest 2022 welcomes in-person shows once again
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 3rd, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com Following two years of disruptions and uncertainty, Medicine Hat Jazzfest organizers are prioritizing attendee comfort as the festival returns to in-person shows. The annual festival, now in its 26th year, draws musicians from across the world to Medicine Hat for a week-long celebration of jazz. “It is definitely about the jazz music, but it’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Prairie Rose artists on display at the Esplanade
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 2nd, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com Prairie Rose Public School’s Kaleidoscope of the Arts event is returning to the Esplanade for the first time since the pandemic began. The annual two-day event showcases visual and performance arts from students across the division. “Kaleidoscope has always been really well done,” PRPS board chair Cathy Hogg told the News. “It’s a high-level ... Read More »
1 responseBikes and Boards event promises a fun time for the whole family
By JAMES TUBB on June 2nd, 2022
jtubb@medicinehatnews.com@ReporterTubb The Whiskey District, Cycle Path and Boarding house are teaming up to kick off the summer this weekend. Saturday afternoon from 1-6 p.m. the Whiskey District will play host to the event Bikes and Boards, aimed at highlighting local talent and getting people together for a day of fun and celebration in the sun. ... Read More »
7 responsesWomen’s shelter adds text, web chat support options
By Medicine Hat News on June 2nd, 2022
Access to crisis support services is expanding for southeastern Albertans experiencing family violence, with the Medicine Hat Women’s Shelter Society’s new text and web chat support options. Launched Wednesday, the services allow individuals experiencing family violence to speak with MHWSS crisis intervention staff, who can then provide support, offer resources, facilitate shelter intake and/or make ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Finlay Bridge to light in purple to honour QEII’s 70th anniversary of ascension to the throne
By COLLIN GALLANT on June 2nd, 2022
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant Finlay Bridge will be lit in royal purple this coming week as Medicine Hat and cities around the world observe the 70th anniversary of the ascension of Queen Elizabeth II to the throne. Locations throughout the Commonwealth will honour the head of state through an effort to light “beacons” as a symbol of her ... Read More »
7 responsesNatural gas hits highest rate in decade
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on June 2nd, 2022
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The retail price for natural gas approached $10 per gigajoule in parts of Alberta for June, according to default rates released Wednesday, dragging up the price in Medicine Hat to $8.70 per gigajoule. That is the highest local default rate since 2012 and double the rate paid by Hatters not on fixed priced contracts. ... Read More »
9 responsesCirque takes massive effort on, off stage
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 2nd, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com Cirque du Soleil’s Ovo wowed crowds at its Medicine Hat opening Wednesday evening. Created in 2009, then revamped in 2016, Ovo invites audiences into the colourful, lively and, often, unseen world of bugs. Movement plays a large role in the show, as artists embody bugs of all varieties, from scarabs to spiders to butterflies. ... Read More »
6 responsesCrestwood Rec Centre closing for July for scheduled maintenance
By Medicine Hat News on June 2nd, 2022
The Crestwood Recreation Centre will close its doors for the month of July to allow for staff to perform “necessary maintenance” in the pool area. The entire facility – including the pool and fitness area – will be closed to the public until Tuesday, Aug. 2. “This scheduled maintenance is routine work which needs to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Miywasin, MHPL team to host Saamis Tepee tour
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on June 1st, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com Miywasin Friendship Centre and the Medicine Hat Public Library have partnered to host a Saamis Tepee tour, which highlights the site’s Indigenous history and cultural significance. The hour-long tour is set to take place Sunday with Indigenous and Métis representatives from Miywasin and the public library guiding the tour. Participants will learn about the ... Read More »
2 responsesHatters Help Ukraine doubles cash goal
By COLLIN GALLANT on June 1st, 2022
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant A local group looking to help Ukrainian refugees resettle permanently in Medicine Hat has reached its initial goal of raising $50,000 in cash and gift cards, and is now seeking more help to finalize flights for more families. Hatters Help Ukraine announced last month it would initially focus on bringing four specific families to ... Read More »
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