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Chia seeds recalled for salmonella
By Medicine Hat News on January 21st, 2026
Left Coast Organics brand chia seeds have been recalled due to possible salmonella contamination. Organic chia seeds with the best before dates of Nov. 13 and Nov. 14 are currently listed as the affected product. Consumers are warned that contaminated seeds may not look or taste off, but can still be dangerous. Those who have ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Coun. Young appointed next deputy mayor in only new business at Monday’s council meeting
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 21st, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Coun. Stuart Young has been appointed as the next deputy mayor, beginning next month, following a motion Monday evening in council chambers. As acting mayor, a member of council will temporarily assume the powers, duties and responsibilities of the mayor if they are absent. “Honestly, it’s just a procedural thing, we always have to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘The canary is dead’: Doctors call out province as ER deaths, close calls spike
By ZOE MASON on January 21st, 2026
zmason@medicinehatnews.com Doctors have shared a list of anonymized cases with hospital leadership that illustrate a system at its limits as crisis conditions continue in Alberta’s ERs. The News obtained the document from an anonymous source. The document contains details regarding six deaths described as preventable and more than 30 “near misses,” many of which produced ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!2025 was the 10th most expensive for weather damage
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on January 21st, 2026
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Last year made the top 10 in insured weather damage, with costs exceeding $2.4 billion. According to Catastrophe Indices and Quantification Inc, 2025 is the 10th costliest year on record for weather-related insured losses. The most costly event was the late-March ice storm in Ontario and Quebec, at $490 million in losses, followed by ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City of Medicine Hat wants public feedback as it develops Airport Master Plan
By Medicine Hat News on January 21st, 2026
The City of Medicine Hat is seeking input from residents as they begin work on the Airport Master Plan. Currently in the first stage of development, the plan aims to guide the future of YXH and establish its long-term vision for the next 20 years. Following the current phase, which includes an impact survey as ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!AGLC opens request window for expanded liquor service during Olympics
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 21st, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission is accepting requests for expanded liquor service hours ahead of the Olympic Games. The upcoming Winter Olympic Games kick off Feb. 6 in Milano, Italy, an eight-hour time difference from Mountain Time. Alberta establishments holding Class A, B and C liquor licences can submit notice starting immediately to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lots of moving parts to consider in bid for standalone urban riding
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 21st, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Following a presentation to the Alberta Electoral Boundary Commission last Friday, city councillors say the commission needs to consider a variety of factors making any decision to change Medicine Hat to a standalone urban electoral riding. City officials are seeking to change the city’s current electoral boundaries, especially its Brooks-Medicine Hat electoral district, into ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Two charged after stolen copper wire found in stolen vehicle
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 20th, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Brain Aske and Chelsea Grisbrook have been charged in relation to a copper wire theft investigation by members of the Medicine Hat police. Last Friday, an MHPS Patrol Section officer located a stolen vehicle on Ninth Street NE leading to the arrest of Aske and Grisbrook. During a search of the vehicle police located ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City committees will examine outstanding items
By BRENDAN MILLER on January 20th, 2026
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com In an effort to catch up on loose ends left by the previous councils and receive helpful information, all outstanding council motions, budget capital projects and major operating expenses will be reviewed in detail at upcoming committee meetings. During a brief public meeting Monday councillors thanked city staff for efforts to compile the large ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘Blue Monday’ rooted in tough time of year for many
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on January 20th, 2026
asmith@medicinehatnews.com This week started on a low note with Blue Monday, marketed as the most depressing day of the year. Initially coined in 2005 by UK travel company, Sky Travel, it is thought that cold temperatures, short daylight hours and post-holiday stress all contribute to the feeling, though there is no scientific evidence to suggest ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Province puts $2 million toward inpatient tower, research centre at Alberta Children’s Hospital
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on January 20th, 2026
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The province of Alberta is investing $2 million to plan an expanded inpatient tower and a new research centre at the Alberta Children’s Hospital. This funding is matched by the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation and aims to increase capacity and improve care for children in Calgary and across the province. “Expanding Alberta Children’s Hospital ... Read More »
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