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Gas City Campground opening Friday

By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 14th, 2024

Campers rejoice, the Gas City Campground is opening earlier than anticipated. The City of Medicine Hat announced Monday the local campground will be open for camping starting Friday. As of today at 10 a.m., interested campers can register for sites for the period from May 17-30. Reservations can be made online, by phone or via ... Read More »

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RCMP share safe driving tips for road safety week

By Medicine Hat News on May 14th, 2024

newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews Medicine Hat News Alberta RCMP is promoting safe driving behaviours as part of Canada Road Safety Week, in partnership with the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police. As part of the week, which runs from May 14-20, conducting a campaign to raise awareness regarding safe driving practices, as well as conducting targeted enforcement during ... Read More »

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Six nominated for annual Women in Business Inspire Award

By Medicine Hat News on May 14th, 2024

news@medicinehatnews.com Three health-care providers are among six local women chosen as nominees for the 2024 Inspire Award that recognizes women who have overcome obstacles, inspired others and have made an impact in the business community. This year’s nominees were chosen by an independent community review committee and include: Whitney Renney – “Boss Bird” Owner/Operator of ... Read More »

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Root Cellar expands city-wide food drive to local region

By ANNA SMITH on May 14th, 2024

asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Root Cellar is back for its second year with the Food Round Up, and hopes for continued public participation to help replenish the shelves. In partnership with the LDS church and the City of Medicine Hat, the Root Cellar will be distributing bags to homes throughout Medicine Hat, as well as Dunmore, Redcliff, ... Read More »

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Original community theatre production offers ‘Golden Girls’ spin

By Medicine Hat News on May 14th, 2024

bmiller@medicinehatnews.com A small community theatre production is getting ready to present a heartwarming original comedy based off a hit American sitcom that aired in the 80s and 90s. Tickets are on sale for “A Seat at the Table” that will loosely be based around the “Golden Girls” and will feature and include evening dinner and ... Read More »

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City hosting series of summer block parties at downtown’s Towne Square

By Medicine Hat News on May 14th, 2024

news@medicinehatnews.com Starting in June, Towne Square will host a series of block parties weekly that will include free activities and games for all ages, vendors and, according to the city, will be “loosely centred around a new theme each week.” The weekly block parties will generally run from noon to 4 p.m. each Saturday. City ... Read More »

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Homeschooling co-op presents Shakespeare in the park

By ANNA SMITH on May 14th, 2024

asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Learning Guild gathered parents, friends and fellow students at the Kin Coulee Band Shell for their portrayal of Shakespeare’s Hamlet. The guild, a homeschooling co-op, gathers students for one and a half days a week, said teacher Catherine Scott, with one of the classes taught during that period being their Shakespeare ... Read More »

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Local documentary finding global success; set to premiere at Hong Kong film festival

By Medicine Hat News on May 14th, 2024

bmiller@medicinehatnews.com A local documentary is beginning to receive worldwide recognition after it has been screened at 14 film festivals internationally and will appear at the Hong Kong Indie Film Festival later this month. Local filmmaker Luke Fandrich says his documentary, “Your Cinema Needs You,” has already been screened at film festivals in Germany, Sweden, Hungary, ... Read More »

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Nature Centre to host walk for tiny humans

By Medicine Hat News on May 14th, 2024

newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The Medicine Hat Interpretive Program is inviting small humans to come and explore even smaller natural wonders with the Teeny Tiny Things program. The program looks for children aged 3-5, especially those who often stop to marvel at every little bug, worm, butterfly, or snail they come across. Participants will go for a walk ... Read More »

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Mother’s Day activities in the Hat; last-minute flowers won’t be easy

By BRENDAN MILLER on May 11th, 2024

bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Several Mother’s Day events are planned around this weekend to celebrate the annual holiday honouring our beloved givers of life, including a dance and live musical performances – but if you are planning to offer a bouquet of flowers, hopefully you’ve already bought them. The News checked in with a handful of local florists ... Read More »

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Medicine Hat Public Library seeking donations for spring book sale

By ANNA SMITH on May 11th, 2024

asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Public Library is looking for donations in preparation for the Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale. With the event itself less than a month away, the organization is looking for gently used items in order to supplement the sale, which will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on ... Read More »

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