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Week-long comprehensive Indigenous learning kicks off at Medicine Hat College
By BRENDAN MILLER on May 6th, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com This week students at public schools in the Hat will be participating in an immersive learning experience exploring the traditions of the Blackfoot, Cree and MĂ©tis cultures during the return of Kiskihkeyimowin, meaning “sharing good teachings” in Plains Cree. The educational events began Monday morning with an opening ceremony that included a grand entry, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Kids in ICU now, province pleads for more vaccinations
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 6th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com With 265 cases of measles confirmed within the province to date – 55 on Monday alone – and three children in ICU, Alberta’s government is asking citizens to do their part to keep themselves, their families and their communities safe by getting immunized. The Health Ministry would not provide ages of the kids in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Pierre Poilievre makes first visit to Battle River-Crowfoot riding
By Medicine Hat News on May 6th, 2025
@MedicineHatNews Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre visited the Battle River-Crowfoot riding in eastern Alberta ahead of a caucus meeting today in Ottawa. The CPC head is expected to run in a byelection there to rejoin Parliament after losing his seat in last week’s general election. “It will be an honour to work for their support to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!More measles cases tracked in Lethbridge-Taber region
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 3rd, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Additional cases of measles have been found in Southern Alberta, and as such, Alberta Health Services has issued a notice regarding possible points of infection for residents. Individuals who were in the following locations during the specified dates and times may have been exposed to measles: April 20 Coaldale Health Centre Ambulatory Clinic 2100 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alberta highway community cleanup Saturday, travellers take caution
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 3rd, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Volunteers will be working to keep Alberta’s highways clean today, and as such, the province is asking drivers to be on the lookout during their travels. Between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m, volunteers wearing bright safety vests will collect trash along Alberta highways to raise funds for community organizations. “On May 3, let’s come ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Willie Desjardins joins list of speakers for ‘elbows up’ community event Saturday
By Medicine Hat News on May 3rd, 2025
@MedicineHatNews Willie Desjardins, who twice coached a Canadian national men’s hockey team, will speak at an “elbows up” event in Medicine Hat on Saturday, organizers of the national pride event have announced. “Coach extraordinaire Willie Desjardins will join us and say a few words about the great nation of Canada,” according to a note ahead ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Interpretive Program event to explore wetlands of Kin Coulee
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 3rd, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Wetlands are one of the most diverse ecosystems on the planet, and the Medicine Hat Interpretive Program is looking to introduce residents to one living right in our backyard. On May 13 starting at 1 p.m, join a park interpreter to learn about the local wetland in Kin Coulee park for a talk and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Catholic Jubilee events continue as students volunteer at food bank
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 3rd, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Throughout 2025, Catholic students have been participating in themed activities led by school faith leaders and staff that includes an act of service within the community as the Church celebrates its Jubilee Year that occurs every 25 years. Throughout April, students on the St. Mary’s School Grade 7-9 Faith Leadership Team volunteered their time ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Poilievre gets byelection shot in riding next door
By Collin Gallant on May 3rd, 2025
@@CollinGallant Conservative MP Damien Kurek is set to step aside to allow party leader Pierre Poilievre to run in a byelection in the Battle River-Crowfoot riding, just next door to Medicine Hat’s electoral district. The CPC boosted its total votes and seats during the General Election that concluded Monday, but failed to prevent a Liberal ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cypress County hosting ‘fire smart’ event for the public
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 3rd, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com With summer, and therefore wildfire season, right around the corner, Cypress County is taking part in National FireSmart Day with a free talk hosted in Elkwater on Saturday. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Cypress County Fire Services will be at the Elkwater Townsite Community Hall alongside Alberta Wildfire’s Prevention Branch to share various ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Fire crews battle two structure fires among more than 170 calls for service in April
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 3rd, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Last Month local firefighters attended two structure fires along with 14 fires outdoors, as well as 17 motor vehicle collisions and 16 medical calls. Additionally the Medicine Hat Fire and Emergency Services responded to more than 60 fire alarm calls and 16 calls related to Carbon Monoxide and other gases. Over the April 11 ... Read More »
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