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MH Health Foundation raffle will support children at local hospital
By Medicine Hat News on August 8th, 2025
The Medicine Hat Health Foundation is launching a new raffle, with a chance to win a flight for two guests. This new raffle is in support of Children’s Health at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, with MHHF aiming to improve local health care by updating equipment for Children’s Health in the region. Tickets are $20 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local chef running for council says social issues can’t be forgotten
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 8th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Taking his first steps into the world of politics, local restaurateur Adam Koch has announced his intent to run for Medicine Hat city council. Koch was born and raised within the city, and is the owner of Hometown Culinary. While he is not a traditional politician, he believes that will allow him to offer ... Read More »
1 responseIt’s Old News: The original ‘gate’
By Medicine Hat News on August 8th, 2025
In June of 1972 five men were caught breaking into the Democratic National Committee headquarters at the Watergate Hotel and Office Building in Washington, D.C. The goal was to wiretap phones and steal documents and information that could help ensure re-election for Richard Nixon that November. The president then used government agencies as part of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tickets on sale for movie night youth-centre fundraiser at Redcliff pool
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 8th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Redcliff Aquatic Centre is teaming up with the Redcliff Youth Centre to host a movie night fundraiser at the swimming pool with a screening of Jurassic World. Tickets are now on sale for the Neon Lights $ Movie Night Fundraiser, which will include glow-in-the-dark games and competitions with prizes, foam cannons and a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Kids invited to Police Point for a Colour Quest nature walk
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 7th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com An adventure awaits for young children, as the Medicine Hat Interpretive Program dares them to find their favourite colour in Police Point Park. This “Colour Quest” children’s nature walk is part of the Discovery Tree program series, aimed at kids aged 2-5 years. “Join the Medicine Hat Interpretive Program as we explore the wonderful ... Read More »
1 responseCommunity sew event will support warmth of Project Linus
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 7th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Few things can be more comforting for a child experiencing hardship than the embrace of a blanket, and Project Linus is looking to kickstart the spirit of charity with a community sew. Tracie Brushett, Medicine Hat chapter chair for Project Linus and owner of Thimbles & Thread Sewing Studio, explains that this Saturday is ... Read More »
1 responseEMS-811 Shared Response Line surpasses 50,000 calls, health organizations report
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 7th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Primary Care Alberta and Alberta Health Services are boasting the successes of the EMS-811 Shared Response Line, as the 50,000-call milestone has been reached. The line, a provincewide service, connects callers with a registered nurse at Health Link 811 if they are assessed to not be in need of an ambulance, helping avoid unnecessary ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MH Interpretive Program hosting Summer Plant Walk on Sunday
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 7th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Calling all aspiring botanists, the Medicine Hat Interpretive Program hopes to introduce residents to its greener neighbours with the Summer Plant Walk. “Have you ever been enjoying one of the many excellent trails here in MedicineHat and wondered, ‘What are these plants?'” asks park interpreter Genevieve Mathieu. “Then this program is perfect for you!” ... Read More »
1 responseUptick in fire service calls typical in summer
By JAMES TUBB on August 7th, 2025
jtubb@medicinehatnews.com@ReporterTubb An uptick in calls for service for the Medicine Hat Fire Service in July follows a year over year trend. The Medicine Hat Fire Service responded to 234 incidents in July, the highest total calls in one month this year. The total has risen throughout the year, but it’s a not-unusual trend according to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Council candidate would make low taxes top priority
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 7th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat’s own Gordon Cowan has put his hat in the ring to become a member of the city’s next council, citing affordability as his flagship issue. While born in Swift Current, Cowan has become an active member of the community and has served on several boards and committees, including the Medicine Hat Food ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Coun. McGrogan will challenge for mayor
By JAMES TUBB on August 6th, 2025
jtubb@medicinehatnews.com@ReporterTubb Coun. Andy McGrogan will seek re-election in Medicine Hat this fall, albeit for a different chair this time. The first-term city councillor and former Medicine Hat police chief has filed his candidacy for mayor ahead of the 2025 municipal election, submitting his nomination package on Tuesday. McGrogan is the first member of the current ... Read More »
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