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Province appoints its first advocate solely in charge of dealing with prejudice of Indigenous Peoples in health care
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on December 13th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com In a move to combat discrimination felt by Indigenous Peoples when accessing health services, the province has hired its first Indigenous Patient Safety Investigator and Advocate. “The appointment of an Indigenous Patient Safety Investigator and Advocate is a significant step towards ensuring Indigenous patients have the support they need to advocate for themselves,” said ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tigers spread Christmas cheer at Medicine Hat Regional Hospital
By JAMES TUBB on December 13th, 2024
jtubb@medicinehatnews.com@ReporterTubb The Medicine Hat Tigers took an annual but always memorable trip through Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Thursday. A total of 10 Tigers brought with them bundles of bears from the Medicine Hat News Teddy Bear Toss, delivering them to children and seniors. The effort was led by the leadership group of captain Oasiz ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Province commits $4.2 million to a dozen rec facilities Alberta-wide
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on December 13th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The province is investing $4.2 million to support the creation and revitalization of 12 recreational facilities in communities across the province. “The Active Communities Initiative is our commitment to ensuring Albertans have access to up-to-date sport and recreation infrastructure to remain healthy, vibrant and actively engaged in the sports they love,” said Joseph Schow, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sun City Ford president recognized with provincial award; highlights community involvement
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 13th, 2024
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Pat Quinlan, dealer and managing partner at Medicine Hat Sun City Ford, was recognized for more than 30 years of service in the automotive industry as this year’s recipients of the Alberta Dealer of Excellence Award (non-metro) presented by the Motor Dealers Association of Alberta. Quinlan received a plaque Thursday afternoon from Gerald Wood, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Brooks RCMP arrest assault suspect following brief foot chase
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 12th, 2024
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com On Monday, Brooks RCMP apprehended Kayl Libke after responding to an assault at the 7-Eleven convenience store located on Sutherland Drive in that city. Upon arrival police found a male victim with noticeable cuts and bruises on his face. The victim directed officers toward the direction the suspect had fled on foot, and police ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Health Canada offers safety tips for keeping the Christmas season merry
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on December 12th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com While Health Canada encourages residents to enjoy the holidays and make the most of this time with loved ones, officials also provided some tips to help make sure they keep safe as well. Many toys and decorations are powered by batteries, which, if swallowed by children, can have serious consequences. A swallowed button battery ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Catholic Board of Education raises funds for Mission Mexico Day
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 12th, 2024
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Catholic Board of Education is supporting grassroots projects throughout the month by raising funds to support education, health and human rights projects in Guerrero, a southwestern state in Mexico. Today is recognized as the “Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe,” or “Mission Mexico Day,” and began as a project for St. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!ATCO says Granlea wind farm upgrades added 20MW to capacity
By Medicine Hat News on December 12th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews ATCO has announced that upgrades to its Granlea wind farm in the County of Forty Mile have resulted in a 10 per cent increase of power. The facility’s capacity was increased from 200 megawatts to 220 megawatts on the trading board of the Alberta Electricity System Operator on Dec. 6. A release from ATCO ... Read More »
1 responseRCMP Briefs: Four people killed in Highway 3 collision on Tuesday
By Medicine Hat News on December 12th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews Four people were killed in a crash on Highway 3 east of Grassy Lake on Tuesday morning, the RCMP detachment in Taber reported on Wednesday. The three-vehicle collision occurred between Range Road Nos. 143 and 144, about 23 kilometres east of Taber. A male and female in their 80s, travelling in a Dodge pickup ... Read More »
1 responseRedcliff Santa for Seniors seeking donations
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on December 12th, 2024
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com An initiative to make sure local seniors aren’t forgotten this Holiday Season is looking for Santa’s helpers who are willing to purchase items on a wish list before Dec. 18. Redcliff Santa for Seniors is seeking several items, including non-perishable food items, personal hygiene items, puzzle books, tea/ coffee and gift cards to local ... Read More »
1 responseUnion wins challenge on Canada Post strike layoffs; local workers surprised two sides still so far apart
By BRENDAN MILLER on December 12th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Although no members of the local 776 CUPW were laid off by Canada Post for participating in strike action, more than 300 members across the union received pink slips at the end of November for participating in the national strike that began Nov. 15. On Wednesday the union reported it has successfully challenged the ... Read More »
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