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Anthrax confirmed in RM of Piapot
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 25th, 2022
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews Anthrax has been confirmed in nine animal deaths in the RM of Piapot, the Saskatchewan government announced Wednesday as it called on cattle producers to observe their animals and get them vaccinated. The deadly bacteria can lay dormant in soil for years before it becomes active and infects animals as spores on forage grass ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City conducting parks survey
By KENDALL KING on August 25th, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com An upcoming survey conducted by the city aims to collect feedback about Medicine Hat’s parks, trails and natural areas. The survey, an offshoot of previous Parks and Recreation Master Plan work, invites area users to share thoughts on amenities currently available, offer suggestions for future amenities and rate overall satisfaction with such areas. Specifically ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cancarb back online after temporary shutdown in spring
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 24th, 2022
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews A major Medicine Hat manufacturer is back up producing power after its cogeneration plant was shut down this spring for substantial maintenance. Cancarb can produce 42 megawatts of electricity through a heat recovery generator first installed at the carbon black facility in the early 2000s. In April, it was taken off line as scheduled ... Read More »
1 responseRoad safety a focus with students set to return to class
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 24th, 2022
The end of the summer is upon us, which means students will be returning to school next week. This will bring groups of kids traveling together, not only in school zones, but in all areas around the city. The Medicine Hat Police Service wants to ensure kids remain safe and there are a few issues ... Read More »
1 responseMHPS seek owner of stolen property
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 24th, 2022
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews Police are looking for the rightful owner of some memorabilia who may not know they have been robbed. Medicine Hat police reported Tuesday they are in possession of sports cards, a coin collection and some jewelry they believe were stolen, but a search of their outstanding files do not include the specific items. The ... Read More »
1 responseMedicine Hat Polka Fest celebrates 25 years
By KENDALL KING on August 24th, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com A Medicine Hat music and dance festival is going strong, as it returns for its 25th year. Medicine Hat Polka Fest first took place in 1995, started by a group of local polka enthusiasts wanting to offer southeastern Albertans a chance to experience the music they so loved. Held annually, the two-day festival combines ... Read More »
1 responseSome refunds still available on cancelled shows
By COLLIN GALLANT on August 24th, 2022
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant With a lengthy show bill at both the Esplanade and Co-op Place this autumn, rescheduled from two years of pandemic uncertainty, the box offices are still seeking a few customers who may be owed refunds from shows cancelled in early 2020. Trampas Brown, the entertainment and operations manager at the city-run facilities, said there ... Read More »
1 responseMy First Ride offers new students a chance to experience the wheels on the bus ahead of the first day of school
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 23rd, 2022
The Medicine Hat Catholic Board of Education’s transportation department and Southland Transportation have teamed up for My First Ride this year. This is a free event and open to kindergarten students and all other first-time bus riders, giving them a chance to experience riding a school bus before the first day of school. There is ... Read More »
1 responseFeltham looks to instill civic pride during interim role
By COLLIN GALLANT on August 23rd, 2022
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant When Glen Feltham arrived in Medicine Hat, the interim city manager made a point of staying at a variety hotels this spring before more permanent accommodations could be arranged. That was to acclimatize himself to the city and included aging establishments on the Trans-Canada Highway. “Great rooms, nothing from what you’d think from looking ... Read More »
1 responseConstruction, maintenance continuing across the city
By Medicine Hat News on August 23rd, 2022
Weather conditions remain favourable for construction and maintenance projects taking place throughout the city, some of which are scheduled to continue into September. Echo Dale Regional Park Clean-up efforts continue at Echo Dale Regional Park, however many park amenities have now reopened to the public; including the swim lake, concession, farm, boat launch, trails and, ... Read More »
1 responseRussian Olives wreaking havoc at Connaught Pond
By Samantha Johnson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on August 23rd, 2022
A Russian Olive Task Force has been created in Medicine Hat that includes representatives from the city, SEAWA and Grassland Naturalists with Connaught Pond chosen as the first site. Russian Olive is now listed as an unregulated invasive species in the latest edition of the Alberta Invasive Plant Identification Guide, as it is an aggressive ... Read More »
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