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MHC’s fourth annual Round Dance welcomes all community members to share space
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on March 19th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Officials at Medicine Hat College say its fourth annual Round Dance traditional ceremony, held in the campus gymnasium last Saturday evening, was a successful event. On Wednesday the college posted several photos and a report of the event on its Facebook page, saying the Round Dance created a welcoming space for students, staff and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!RCMP say no serious injuries following train involved collision outside Taber
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on March 19th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Mounties have confirmed no serious injuries were reported after a CN train collided with a semi-trailer outside Taber on Tuesday. An online video making the rounds on social media captures the moment the train struck the trailer, which had stopped on the track crossing at approximately 2:20 p.m. on Highway 3 near Township Road ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Police seek tire slashing suspect, release surveillance footage
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on March 18th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Police Service is looking for a male suspect caught on several home surveillance cameras slashing parked car tires and causing exterior damage in the early morning hours Sunday. Police say between 4:30 and 5:10 a.m. on March 15 a man vandalized several parked vehicles in the 600 block of Fifth Street ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Proposed accessibility bill would catch Alberta up to most provinces
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on March 18th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com St. Albert NDP MLA Marie Renaud put forward a bill this week that would implement a province-wide accessibility framework. Alberta is one of only two provinces without accessibility legislation, alongside Prince Edward Island. Saskatchewan and New Brunswick adopted accessibility legislation in 2023. “In plain language, if this bill is passed, it will enable the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local teen acquitted of wrongdoing in connection to 2024 MVC that caused another youth’s death
By Medicine Hat News on March 18th, 2026
A Medicine Hat teen charged in connection to the death of another teen in a motor vehicle collision in the summer of 2024 has been cleared of criminal wrongdoing. The youth was charged with dangerous driving causing death for his involvement in an accident that occurred when the accused was 17 years old. “In this ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cypress County farmer wins one of AFSC’s Women in Ag Awards
By medicinehatnews on March 18th, 2026
Cypress County’s Beth Cash has received one of nine Agriculture Financial Services Corporation’s Women in Ag Awards for her work elevating women’s voices in the region. The awards itself seeks to highlight the vital role women play in various aspects of the agricultural industry, primarily production and research to finance, education, advocacy and community leadership. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Council hears mobility challenges from local non-profit
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on March 18th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com A delegation of members representing REDI and its TAG Action Group made a presentation to council Monday highlighting accessibility challenges within the city, including sidewalk clearance, crosswalk visibility and limited transit hours. Larry Huchs and John Steer were on hand to present challenges often encountered by members of the public with mobility issues and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!County of Newell officers seeking arson suspect
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on March 18th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The County of Newell Municipal Enforcement Department is seeking information to assist in identifying the person or persons responsible for setting a fishing on fire last Friday afternoon. Firefighters with the Gem Fire Department responded to the shack fire along the shoreline of the Crawling Valley Reservoir at approximately 4:30 p.m. on March 14. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Building permits continue to outpace 2025 numbers
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on March 18th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Construction in Medicine Hat is continuing at a healthy pace after a hot start to the new year. Commercial alterations continue to account for the majority of the value of new permits in 2026, with 10 permits issued for construction totalling $1.2 million in added value. February’s additions bring the total value of the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Council to keep setting all utility rates
By BRENDAN MILLER on March 18th, 2026
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com City councillors approved a motion Monday to reject moving forward with establishing a rate review committee and will continue to set utility rates in Medicine Hat. The previous rate review committee was defeated and council has now affirmed its authority to set and regulate all electric and gas utility rates, fees and charges under ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Leprechauns evade traps despite creative student efforts
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on March 18th, 2026
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Grades 1 and 2 students at St. Francis Xavier School came in to find their classroom in disarray Tuesday morning, with their attempts to capture a leprechaun having gone awry. “They came in and there was a disaster. They’ve been trying to catch a leprechaun, and they didn’t catch one, but he did leave ... Read More »
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