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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!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!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!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!Traditional Blessing of the Bikes goes Sunday at Gordon Memorial United Church in Redcliff
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on May 3rd, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com An unofficial start to riding season in Medicine Hat and area, Sunday will honour bikers who have been lost over the past year and wish those still here well for the year to come. Starting at 11 a.m. at Gordon Memorial United Church in Redcliff, the Blessing of the Bikes is a firmly entrenched ... 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 »
Be the first to comment!Tigers fanbase along for the ride, and growing
By BRENDAN MILLER on May 3rd, 2025
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com The success of the Medicine Hat Tigers has gripped fans and taken hold of the city, from packing Co-op Place, viewing parties at the Monarch Theatre and local pubs, to fans, officials and first responders given the team bus a meaningful send-off down the highway, playoff fever is contagious throughout the Hat. Off the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Veiner Centre Euchre results for March 2025
By Medicine Hat News on May 3rd, 2025
@MedicineHatNews Monday, March 3 1st – Mark Wawryznkiewicz 2nd – Marg Partridge 3rd – Dennis Smith/Kathy Meyer > tie 4th – Dalton Olson/Jane Bahnmiller 5th – Rita Mison/George Evans Thursday, March 6, Tournament 1st – Kathy Meyer 2nd – Monika Evans/Butch Hiltz 3rd – Mike Miller/Dale Plotsky 4th – Sharon Wutch 5th – Dennis Smith/Marg ... Read More »
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