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Christmas Bird Count sees more individuals, fewer species
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 29th, 2021
kking@medicinehatnews.com The findings are in for Medicine Hat’s 40th annual Christmas Bird Count. Through the count a total of 25,210 birds were observed – a 27 per cent increase from 2020 – however only 45 species were seen, lower than previous years. “It is something to note going forward,” park interpreter Marty Drut told the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Salvation Army’s Centre of Hope returns to regular hours today
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 29th, 2021
kking@medicinehatnews.com As Medicine Hat endures extreme low temperatures, officials at the local Salvation Army are working to ensure no one is left in the cold. “My No. 1 priority right now is that no one dies,” Mickey Daily, Centre of Hope’s temporary supervisor, told the News. “It’s all about safety and people getting out of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Year in Review: Medicine Hat below average for severe crime in 2021
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 29th, 2021
kking@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat once again falls below the provincial average for severe crimes on Alberta’s Crime Severity Index, sitting at 78.78 in the 2020 fiscal year, compared to Alberta’s average of 107.36. However, the lower ranking doesn’t mean crime is nonexistent in the Medicine Hat. The News looks back at crime, policing and community issues ... Read More »
2 responsesNew Year’s celebrations vary around the world
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 29th, 2021
kking@medicinehatnews.com Celebrations will be taking place around the world Friday to welcome in the New Year. As we await 2022, the News takes a look at what the New Year means to populations across the globe. EL SALVADOR In El Salvador, New Year’s is called Noche Vieja, which means ‘Old Night.’ Noche Vieja celebrations begin ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bitter cold temperatures have tow trucks working OT
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 29th, 2021
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The windchill grazed minus-50C in Medicine Hat on Tuesday morning as extreme cold gripped southern Alberta. That led to nearly deserted streets at dawn, but also lots of calls for tow-truck service. “We’re pulling our hair out, but should be caught up by the afternoon,” said Willie Langille of Willie’s Towing, who said even ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City’s remaining gas wells will make money
By COLLIN GALLANT on December 29th, 2021
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant Stronger prices and supply concerns are providing a merry Christmas for Alberta’s beleaguered natural gas producers, who say happy days will likely continue into 2022. That includes the City of Medicine Hat, where officials say after a painful, years-long process to shut down 80 per cent of its once mighty shallow gas portfolio, what ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Year in Review: A rollercoaster 2021 for local school divisions
By LAUREN THOMSON Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 28th, 2021
lthomson@medicinehatnews.com As we close the books on another year affected by the ongoing pandemic, superintendents of all three Medicine Hat School Divisions spoke to the News about the challenges and successes of 2021. Mark Davidson, superintendent of Medicine Hat Public School Division, said “the pandemic has had an impact on every aspect of school life, ... Read More »
2 responsesProvince reminds citizens to be vigilant during extreme cold
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 28th, 2021
kking@medicinehatnews.com The province is warning Albertans to stay vigilant if spending time outside in the current extreme cold weather, particularly those who work outdoors. “Cold weather is a fact of life in Alberta and can affect workplace health and safety,” said Labour and Immigration Minister Tyler Shandro, in a Dec. 23 release. Albertans are encouraged ... Read More »
1 responseNew Year’s Eve Fest at Big Marble Go Centre cancelled
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on December 28th, 2021
kking@medicinehatnews.com Following the Government of Alberta’s implementation of new COVID-19 protocol on Dec. 24, the Big Marble Go Centre’s New Year’s Eve Fest has been cancelled. The event was scheduled from noon to 4 p.m. on Dec. 31. While the event is no longer being held due to limits on the number of individuals who ... Read More »
1 responseRoad to reopening recreation centres laid out for 2022
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 24th, 2021
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The wheels are in motion to reopen two recreation facilities in 2022 after city council approved new money to operate the Moose arena and Crestwood pool during budget deliberations this week, the city parks and recreation department announced Wednesday. Both were closed along with all city rec facilities in the spring of 2020 under ... Read More »
1 responseCity releases updated plans for northwest industrial park
By COLLIN GALLANT on December 24th, 2021
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant Updated plans for a new industrial park in the city’s northwest would include a review zone including the Medicine Hat Speedway and other several facilities on city land operated by non-profit clubs. Those groups initially objected to the “NW Industrial” park proposal in November stating it put their long-term viability in jeopardy after nearly ... Read More »
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