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Lithium-ion batteries cause hazards for Waste Management staff
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 1st, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com The city is reminding residents about the hazards of improperly disposed lithium-ion batteries that are commonly used in cellphones. These batteries can cause fires and explosions if they are improperly disposed in waste carts and pose a risk to waste management staff at the city’s landfill. Waste management staff say when lithium-ion batteries are ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Summer fun not nearly over for Medicine Hatters, visitors alike
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on August 1st, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com With Stampede week done for the year, there’s still plenty for the busy Medicine Hatter to do before the fall sets in. One thing that can be enjoyed all year, but is perhaps at its peak during the summer, is the urban forest that makes up so much of the city, said Jalyce Thompson, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!CF Industries signs major carbon dioxide storage deal with Exxon Mobil
By Medicine Hat News on August 1st, 2024
@MedicineHatNews CF Industries has signed a final agreement with Exxon Mobil to store 500,000 metric tonnes of a carbon dioxide per year from a fertilizer production site in Yazoo City, Miss. The Illinois-based ammonia producer with substantial plant in Medicine Hat made the announcement July 25, stating it will spend US$100 million to build a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tigers announce intent to bid on 2026 Mem Cup
By JAMES TUBB on August 1st, 2024
jtubb@medicinehatnews.com@ReporterTubb Medicine Hat Tigers fans received long awaited and desired news Wednesday. The local WHL club announced Wednesday they had submitted an intent to bid on the 2026 Memorial Cup. “Hosting a tournament of this magnitude has the potential to have an enormous economic impact for both the City of Medicine Hat and the southeastern ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Man pleads guilty to defrauding Montana ranchers in hay scam
By Medicine Hat News on August 1st, 2024
@MedicineHatNews A Kansas man charged with defrauding Montana ranchers with phony hay sales during the 2021 drought has pleaded guilty and now faces up to 20 years in jail and a US$250,000 fine. The U.S. Attorney’s office in Montana announced July 18 that Jory D. Parks, 43, of Logan, Kan., was arraigned and entered the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Echo Dale boat lake reopens today
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 1st, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com Boaters can now enjoy Echo Dale Regional Park following a temporary week-long closure to accommodate water quality testing. Water test results have been reviewed and show there are no concerns for public use of the water. In an online release the city says they “appreciate the patience and understanding of residents and patrons of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Downtown road construction on schedule as city completes third of five phases
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on August 1st, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com Lengthy road construction in the core remains on schedule, according to city officials, as the intersection at Third Street and Fifth Avenue SE was opened to motorists late last week. According to an online release this marks the completion of three out of five stages as crews continue to perform important utility and surface ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Firefighters initiate ‘fast, aggressive fire attack’ to handle downtown blaze
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on July 31st, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com Firefighters sprang into action Saturday evening to extinguish a structure fire on the 300 block of Fourth Street SE after crews noticed heavy smoke coming from the downtown area. Upon arrival, crews called for additional resources, and according to a social media post, “Initiated a fast, aggressive fire attack. Additional units arrived and assisted ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Day of caring today for victims of Jasper fire
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on July 31st, 2024
The province of Alberta is holding a day of caring today for Jasper fire victims. In an act of assistance for those impacted by wildfires in Jasper and other affected areas, the Canadian Red Cross will be collecting donations today for the immediate help and ongoing relief including financial assistance, support to evacuees and the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New role with fire service focused on community safety
By BRENDAN MILLER on July 31st, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Fire and Emergency Services has created a new job position to expand its public communication and empower the community with knowledge and resources to stay safe when faced with emergency. Kelli Ireland will be spearheading the new role of ‘Fire and Life Safety Educator’ and will focus on developing and implementing ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Province to lower cost barriers for younger people entering agriculture sector
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on July 31st, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The province of Alberta is looking to further incentivize the new generation to pursue careers in agriculture with changes to the Next Generation Loan Program. Over the past 20 years, the number of young and middle-aged producers in agriculture has seen steep declines, while the number of farmers over 55 has increased, according to ... Read More »
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