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Crop Report: Abnormally wet June a boost to regional crop development
By Medicine Hat News on July 7th, 2022
Higher than average rainfall has improved soil moisture levels and aided crop development in southeast Alberta and southwest Saskatchewan, recent reports confirm. As of June 27, just over three quarters of Alberta’s soil is rated ‘good’ or ‘excellent’ – a vast improvement from last year, when only 38 per cent of soil was classified as ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MuralFest returns to add more colour to the Hat
By Samantha Johnson Special to the News on July 7th, 2022
MuralFest will be happening on July 9, in conjunction with Art in Motion and Artwalk, at The Mezz and Compass Business Centre. Two Toronto-based artists, Jarus and Bacon, are doing the murals. There will be one local artist at the Moose and Squirrel and two on site at the Esplanade. Artist Jeff Goring stressed that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Amy Lewis killer Stopanski dies, sources say
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on July 7th, 2022
https://www.medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The man convicted of killing and hiding the body of a Bow Island nursing student 10 years ago is dead, sources say. Jerrison Herve Stopanski, 44, served a total of five years in prison after pleading guilty to manslaughter in 2014 just as his second-degree murder trial in the 2012 death of Amy Lewis ... Read More »
1 responseBe careful what you believe online, police say after falsified report of local stabbing
By Medicine Hat News on July 7th, 2022
Medicine Hat police are reminding the public to verify information posted online prior to sharing, following review of a social media post containing falsified information. Police say, throughout the past week, several citizens have inquired about a social media post which claimed two men attacked and stabbed a 33-year-old Medicine Hat mother after asking her ... Read More »
1 responseSoulmate Saturday at the SPCA offer chance to adopt bonded pairs
By Samantha Johnson Special to the News on July 7th, 2022
Soulmate Saturday is a two-for-one sale on bonded pairs, explained Tom Carney, shelter director of the Medicine Hat SPCA. Currently, there are three bonded pairs at the shelter. Kaylee Getz, animal health lead, said, “This came about because we are at capacity and we are trying to encourage adoptions right now as best we can ... Read More »
1 responseCity moves money to start up carbon capture project
By COLLIN GALLANT on July 6th, 2022
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant City council has reallocated up to $11 million to pay for initial work on its proposed carbon capture project and is moving forward to “early stage evaluation and development.” The proposal, known as “Project Clear Horizon,” was announced last summer as a way to shield city utility operations, utility customers and local industry from ... Read More »
1 responseCity installs porta-potties at Towne Square
By Medicine Hat News on July 6th, 2022
The city and Medicine Hat Police Service have partnered to increase public toilet access at Towne Square through their new portable toilet pilot project. Three new porta-potties opened at the downtown site Monday, one of which is handicap-accessible. “Through ongoing consultation with downtown businesses and stakeholders, and the Medicine Hat downtown patrol unit, the need ... Read More »
1 responseLet your inner artist out Saturday at Art in Motion
By Samantha Johnson Special to the News on July 6th, 2022
Downtown will be ablaze with colour and events Saturday when the first Art in Motion event kicks off. Daytime activities are from 1-5 p.m. at the Esplanade, Towne Square and Riverside Veterans Memorial Park. “I’m very excited about this event,” said Candace Lundrigan, community development public services at the Esplanade. “It will be a great ... Read More »
1 responsePetition urges trap-fix-release program for feral cats
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on July 6th, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com An online petition advocating for the implementation of a feline trap-neuter/spay-release program in Medicine Hat has regional animal advocacy organizations’ support and the city’s attention. Hatter Audrey Skoog posted the petition – addressed to city council – online Sunday evening in the hopes councillors would take action on what Skoog describes as an extreme ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Safety tips to ensure proper, controlled outdoor burning
By Samantha Johnson Special to the News on July 6th, 2022
It’s the time of year for barbecuing and outdoor campfires. With the recent rains, everything is green and grass fires are not a big concern, said fire prevention officer Carter Gramlich of the Medicine Hat Fire Department. He also added, “Even when it’s green and the fire risk is lower, safety around fire is still ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Child Advocacy Centre is one of a kind
By KENDALL KING, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter on July 6th, 2022
kking@medicinehatnews.com Medicine Hat’s Sanare Centre is helping children and youth navigate the aftermath of sexual abuse, extreme abuse and neglect, and begin their healing journey with its new Child Advocacy Centre. Sanare’s CAC, a first of its kind in southeast Alberta, opened earlier this year and is expected to be fully operational by the end ... Read More »
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