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Vocal opponent of city power business unhappy with review
By Collin Gallant on November 26th, 2024
@@CollinGallant A major review of the city’s energy business launched after sky-rocketing power prices last year suggests the power plant and energy distribution business become apolitical through a municipally controlled corporation. But Hatters who called for the review last year aren’t sold on the idea, while council members are calling for more information. “This is ... Read More »
1 responseProvince touting recovery efforts as National Addictions Awareness Week arrives
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 26th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com National Addictions Awareness Week is Nov. 24-30, and the province has released a statement of hope and optimism regarding the possibility of recovery for Albertans. “Addiction is a disease that nearly every Albertan is affected by, either directly or indirectly through a family member or friend. This week, our government is highlighting that we ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Preserve ownership but make a change: City energy review
By Collin Gallant on November 26th, 2024
@@CollinGallant There is value in maintaining public ownership of the city’s power plant, electric and gas distribution networks and maintaining a municipal franchise area, according to a report into Medicine Hat’s energy business presented Monday at a special meeting of city council. But, they will be challenged and may be better managed and able to ... Read More »
1 responseCity to join regional flood pact
By COLLIN GALLANT on November 23rd, 2024
@CollinGallant Finally joining a 10-year-old effort to protect against overland flooding in far southern Alberta could cost the City of Medicine Hat $4.4 million over 20 years, but non-financial details of the partnership are still to be worked out, a city committee heard. Last year officials from the Regional Stormwater Drainage Committee approached city council ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local black carbon plants exporting overseas again
By Medicine Hat News on November 23rd, 2024
@MedicineHatNews Medicine Hat News Local manufacturer Cancarb is pleased that exports are moving again at the nation’s ocean ports after labour disruption earlier this month, but says Canada’s export-based industries could face reputational risk with overseas customers. President Peter Donnelly told the News that the local plant ships about two-thirds of its production of carbon ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hat suspect arrested, taken back to Sask.
By Medicine Hat News on November 23rd, 2024
@MedicineHatNews A Medicine Hat man wanted by Mounties in Swift Current has been arrested, that city’s detachment reported on Friday. Nicholas Belanger, 35, of Medicine Hat, was arrested on Nov. 19 in Alberta, according to a release from the Swift Current Municipal detachment, and appeared in court on Nov. 20. Another man, 28-year-old Matthew Neufeld, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canine learners cross the graduation stage at MHC
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 23rd, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Some of Medicine Hat College’s furriest students crossed the stage on Friday, as seven service dogs in the Service Dog and Canine Studies Management course attended their own convocation. The day was a moment of reflection, triumph and perhaps a bit of sadness, said program coordinator Marissa Jordan. Over the past 13 months, students ... Read More »
1 responseCommission receives monthly update from police
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 23rd, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Police Commission was briefed by officers during its regular meeting Wednesday night held in the City Council chambers. Traffic/crime Local officers responded to three fairly serious vehicle collisions throughout October involving two motorcycles and a moped. One accident occurred at the intersection at Dunmore Road and the Trans-Canada Highway that involved ... Read More »
1 responseCollege to launch resilience coaching micro-credential next year
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on November 23rd, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com A new short course will be offered through Medicine Hat College for individuals interested in supporting others in their development of adaptability and coping skills and coaching skills aimed at enhancing mental health. The program combines direct instruction with practical training and hands-on experience with motivational interviewing techniques, to gain skills in fostering positive ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!CARO to host Christmas Carol fundraiser for African orphanage
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 23rd, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The tale of Ebeneezer Scrooge and his holiday change of heart is returning to Medicine Hat, and with it an opportunity to help children overseas. On the afternoon of Dec. 8, ‘A Christmas Carol’ will return to St John’s Presbyterian Church as a fundraiser for Canadians Reaching Out to the World’s Children, a local ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!AHS accepting toys for parking tickets
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on November 23rd, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Alberta Health Services Toys for Tickets campaign has returned, allowing those with recent unpaid parking tickets to spread some cheer and settle their fines. Until Dec. 20, individuals who received a parking ticket at an AHS facility between Nov. 8 and Dec. 20 can take a new toy and their ticket to the ... Read More »
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