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Hatter wins horse racing special achievement
By JAMES TUBB on January 15th, 2022
jtubb@medicinehatnews.com@ReporterTubb Ross Brigden isn’t one to brag about awards. The Hatter was named the winner of the American Quarter Horse Association’s Gordon Crone Special Achievement award on Wednesday. He told the News on Friday in a phone interview from Oklahoma, where the awards were presented, that it felt great to be selected. “There’s a lot ... Read More »
1 responseCouncil to receive directly a review on city manager
By COLLIN GALLANT on January 15th, 2022
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant Council is laying new groundwork to review the job done by the city manager as well as reset its relationship with city hall workers early in its new term. A new workforce engagement survey will be done this year, with results going directly to a newly created council committee. That’s after the fall election ... Read More »
2 responsesEsplanade forced to postpone several events due to Omicron
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on January 15th, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com As COVID-19 cases once again increase, local entertainment venues are facing cancellations or postponements. Five events set to take place at the Esplanade have been postponed and organizers wouldn’t be surprised to see more follow suit. “What’s happened is that the majority of them are part of larger, (cross-Canada) tours … and with the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!60MW solar farm planned near Vauxhall
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 14th, 2022
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews A Calgary-based renewable energy developer has submitted plans to build a 60-megawatt solar farm near Vauxhall. SolarKrafte Utilities already designed and sold two solar facilities in the M.D. of Taber which are now in operation by owner Belectric. Two more of its projects, near Enchant and Strathmore, are being advanced by Capital Power. The ... Read More »
1 responseCatholic schools getting new computers, smart boards
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on January 14th, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Catholic Board of Education board of trustees voted unanimously Tuesday to purchase new computers and smart boards for schools across the division. “We have recognized (that) smart boards have reached the end of their lives and now are at the point where they’re not supportable for instructional needs,” secretary treasurer for ... Read More »
1 responseMHC opens nominations for Honorary Applied Degree
By LAUREN THOMSON Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on January 14th, 2022
lthomson@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat College’s Honorary Applied Degree is a way for the vision, passion and accomplishments of a community-minded Hatter to be honoured and recognized. A press release to the News on Jan. 13 outlines details about requirements and nomination information. “This deserving individual will be acknowledged for their achievement and distinction in activities that ... Read More »
1 responseProgress continues at Towne Square
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 14th, 2022
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews A break in the weather has seen major structural work progress on the Towne Square canopy. The permit for the work was approved by council last week as material was stockpiled on the site and with most councillors expressing support for the design. Eventually, the site will be able to host a number of ... Read More »
1 responseActive cases in SW Sask. spiking fast
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 14th, 2022
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews Active COVID cases in southwest Saskatchewan are poised to reach an all-time high after raising 500 per cent over the last 10 days. Positively diagnosed cases totalled 266 on Thursday for the area next to southeast Alberta, according to the Saskatchewan Health Authority, including Maple Creek (52) and Swift Current (212). That falls just ... Read More »
1 responseWinter Birding 101 at Police Point
By Medicine Hat News on January 14th, 2022
The Medicine Hat Interpretive Program is inviting new and experienced bird watchers to join its Winter Birding 101 event being held this Saturday at Police Point Park. Participants will observe and learn about birds which stay in southeastern Alberta throughout the winter, rather than fly South. Binoculars are not necessary, but recommended. The event runs ... Read More »
1 responseGreenhouses face rising costs when mercury dips
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on January 14th, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com As Medicine Hat faces a reprieve from extreme cold temperatures, greenhouse owners and operators reflect on how increasing operation expenses – such as gas and electricity – affect their businesses. “The rising costs of gas and electricity and the addition of the carbon tax … has made it extremely costly to operate greenhouses in ... Read More »
1 responseMan charged in weekend stand-off urged by judge to seek counsel
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 13th, 2022
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews A man charged with pointing and firing a handgun during a stand-off with police last weekend will remain in jail this week and was strongly advised to talk with a lawyer. Barry Reed, 67, was the subject of a bail hearing during an appearance in Medicine Hat Provincial Court on Wednesday, but told the ... Read More »
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