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Open house on off-leash policy next Thursday
By Medicine Hat News on May 28th, 2022
The City of Medicine Hat is reaching out to residents and trail users to share information and garner feedback on a proposed policy outlining criteria on how off-leash areas will be designed for the community. The city announced in a Friday release it will be hosting an open house to view the draft off-leash policy ... Read More »
2 responsesSafety coalition bike rodeo next week
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 28th, 2022
The South Eastern Alberta Traffic Safety Coalition is once again hosting its bike rodeo. From 3-5 p.m. June 1 in the River Valley Community Church parking lot at 1101 Queen St., the SEATSC will run the free community event open to all in an effort to promote safe bike riding. Kids and youth can test ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Kin Coulee closes to vehicles until Sunday for obstacle race
By Medicine Hat News on May 27th, 2022
Kin Coulee Park is closed to vehicular traffic from now until May 29, as the park prepares to host Conquer the Coulee, an annual obstacle course race. The park remains open to pedestrians... Read More »
5 responsesCactus Rose Quilter’s Guild hosting quilt show June 3-4
By Medicine Hat News on May 27th, 2022
The Cactus Rose Quilter’s Guild’s bi-annual quilt show is back on after a temporary hiatus due to the pandemic. The show will be returning to the Medicine Hat Curling Club on June 3 from noon to 8 p.m. and June 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The show will feature a variety of quilts ... Read More »
3 responsesDirk to seek NDP nomination for Brooks-MH
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on May 27th, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com Though Alberta’s next provincial election is a year away, Hatter Gwendolyn Dirk has already announced her intention to seek nomination as the NDP’s MLA candidate for Brooks-Medicine Hat. Dirk, who was born in rural Saskatchewan but has resided in Alberta for 30-plus years, says she never planned on becoming a political candidate. She says ... Read More »
5 responsesCity’s one-year e-scooter pilot project launches Thursday
By Medicine Hat News on May 27th, 2022
A new mode of transportation launched in Medicine Hat on Thursday, as the city and Bird Canada rolled out a collaborative e-scooter pilot project. The one-year pilot is being funded and operated by Bird Canada, a company specializing in electric vehicle sharing, with the City of Medicine Hat providing program framework. “We’re excited to bring ... Read More »
1 responseWorden cleared in ‘thorough’ investigation
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on May 27th, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com The first meeting of Medicine Hat’s Police Commission since former chief Mike Worden’s resignation Monday provided little additional information about what transpired prior to Worden’s departure. A report by Global News, published Wednesday, alleges Worden left the service following an external investigation into non-workplace misconduct relating to sexual behaviour. Specifically called into question, was ... Read More »
5 responsesAdaptive golf and cycling available in June
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 26th, 2022
Medicine Hat Adaptive Sport and Recreation is dusting off the clubs and breaking out the bikes this June. The MHASR is offering adaptive golf and cycling programs and groups as the summer weather comes in full effect. On June 7 the MHASR adaptive goal program will be held at the Cottonwood Coulee Golf Course. The ... Read More »
4 responsesPolice chief Worden resigned over investigation: report
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on May 26th, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com A Global News report released Wednesday says former Medicine Hat chief of police, Mike Worden, resigned following an investigation into an alleged sexual relationship he had while acting as chief. Medicine Hat Police Services announced Worden’s immediate resignation Monday, with Worden citing “personal and family reasons” as the motivation behind his departure. Worden became ... Read More »
1 responseSchuler Centennial organizers need help
By Medicine Hat News on May 26th, 2022
The Schuler Centennial celebration’s organizing committee is reaching out to the public in search of volunteers. A “last call” meeting will be held at the Schuler Curling Rink on June 1 at 7:30 p.m., with more volunteers needed to assist in organizing the hamlet’s 2023 centennial festivities. Those unable to attend but interested in volunteering ... Read More »
1 responseEcho Dale access limited this week with hot air balloon festival
By Medicine Hat News on May 26th, 2022
Access to Echo Dale Regional Park will likely be limited this week as a result of the Rise Up Hot Air Balloon Festival, which begins today and runs through Sunday. A Wednesday release from the city says public parking and accessible parking stalls will be available at the swim centre and overflow areas, while volunteer ... Read More »
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