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Dunmore Equestrian hosts successful fundraiser, looking to future
By ANNA SMITH on May 21st, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Dunmore Equestrian Society is blown away by the support shown at their May 4 fundraising event, and are looking toward the rest of the year with excitement. The event, which featured a dinner, Comedian Joel Jeffrey, as well as auction items, raised approximately $55,000 in a single evening, surpassing previous fundraisers, said Dunmore ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nature walk to explore the wonders of underground
By Medicine Hat News on May 21st, 2024
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The Medicine Hat Interpretive Program is looking to bring residents along on a deep dive into the world beneath their feet in a new free program. June 4 will see Underground Cities, a nature walk themed around “vibrant and interesting life beneath our grasslands just waiting to be explored,” said the MHIP. From insects, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Pride Guild cleans up Finlay Bridge for IDAHOBIT
By ANNA SMITH on May 21st, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The newly-minted Prairie Pride Guild of Medicine Hat and District gathered despite the cool weather on Friday with rubber gloves and trash bags, determined to hold some space for a significant 2SLGBTQIA+ milestone. Members met at the base of Finlay Bridge with the intent of picking up trash that had accumulated there and in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!St. Pat’s annual Spring Tea set for May 25
By Medicine Hat News on May 18th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews St. Patrick’s Catholic Church will host its annual Spring Tea on May 25 in its parish hall in Riverside. The Catholic Women’s League is hosting the event from 1:30-3:30 p.m. that day and offering a pleasant afternoon with refreshments and door prizes. Cost to attend is $4 for adults... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Division Avenue construction begins next week
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 18th, 2024
Road construction will begin on Division Avenue next week. The city announced Friday the construction stretching from the top of Cemetery Hill to the Third Street intersection will get underway at the start of the new week. Traffic management plans, including detours, will be implemented as construction activities commence, and the project completion is targeted ... Read More »
1 response‘Ambitious’ 25-year environmental roadmap needs council OK
By BRENDAN MILLER on May 18th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com A final green plan that will provide all city corporate operations a roadmap that will guide energy reduction and water conservation strategies over the next 25 years will seek formal approval from council June 3 after it was adopted by energy, land and environment committee members Thursday. The Environmental Framework provides a sustainable plan ... Read More »
1 responseHealth Canada advises to be prepared for wildfire smoke risks
By ANNA SMITH on May 18th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com As wildfire season takes hold across the province, Health Canada reminds residents that even if there are no fires in the area, smoke can travel thousands of kilometres and pose a health hazard. Wildfire smoke is a serious air pollutant, said Health Canada regional air quality specialist, Opel Vuzi. “The smoke is a mixture ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Council to consider final details on Clean Energy Improvement program
By BRENDAN MILLER on May 18th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com A program that will provide homeowners a financial tool to support energy efficiency and renewable energy upgrades on their properties is anticipated to open in June. The Clean Energy Program will allow homeowners to apply for low-interest loans from the city with payments collected through adjusted property taxes. It provides full financing for the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat Police Service hosting engagement events in coming weeks
By BRENDAN MILLER on May 18th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Police Service has announced two ‘Coffee with Cop’ events and an open house and barbecue over a two-week period between May 23 and June 3. Later in June the city’s best will meet on the softball diamond for the annual Battle for the Badges police versus firefighters game. Residents are invited ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Concerned citizens group encouraging residents to be aware of policy
By ANNA SMITH on May 17th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com A new group of concerned citizens are making their introduction to the city with a call to action. The name of the group, AWARE Medicine Hat, is an acronym that stands for “Alberta Wins, Act, Respond, Educate,” said Shelley Ewing, one of the founding members of the group. “We are a group of concerned ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City Briefs: WestJet’s new fall schedule detailed at committee meeting Thursday
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 17th, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com Members of the development and infrastructure committee on Thursday heard the city received an update on WestJet’s new schedule for the fall. Airport officials told the committee a vital change to scheduled arrival times will facilitate same-day service for two-way flights to Edmonton and Vancouver. WestJet is transitioning its low-cost routes for the fall ... Read More »
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