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Methanex third quarter sees drop in profits, increase in production in Medicine Hat
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on October 30th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The third quarter saw a decrease in profits for Methanex, as prices for methanol fell from $374 USD per tonne to $345. Despite the downturn in profits, the Medicine Hat plant saw higher production in the third quarter. “”This quarter marked a significant milestone as we successfully completed the first full quarter of operations ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wright asked to address hospital leadership system, wait times in new mandate letter
By ZOE MASON on October 30th, 2025
zmason@medicinehatnews.com The UCP government issued a new set of mandate letters to a number of ministers and parliamentary secretaries this week, including Cypress-Medicine Hat MLA Justin Wright. Wright serves as Parliamentary Secretary for Rural Health (South). Wright’s mandate letter from Minister of Hospital and Surgical Health Services Matt Jones outlines a new set of objectives ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ticket sales for Cypress County Ag Connections close Friday
By Medicine Hat News on October 30th, 2025
The window to secure a space within the Cypress County Ag Connections conference is almost closed, with ticket sales ending Friday. The one-day conference offers an opportunity for cattle and crop producers, agri-businesses and industry experts from across southeast Alberta to meet for a day of learning, networking and inspiration. This year’s event features keynote ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Veiner Centre Euchre scores for September 2025
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on October 30th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Thursday, Sept. 4 1. Rita Myson 2. Mike Alcock, Susan Nicoll > tie 3. George Evans, Judy Love > tie 4. Al Guscott, Lena Dumoulin,Mike Beaton 5. Marie Couch Monday, Sept. 8 1. Gerri Roseberry 2. George Evans 3. Al Guscott 4. Sharon Wutch 5. Shirley Brooks, Terry Young> tie Thursday, Sept. 11 1. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!HALO resumes air ambulance service, mum so far on details
By ZOE MASON on October 30th, 2025
zmason@medicinehatnews.com HALO has been cleared to resume air ambulance patient transfer, according to CEO Paul Carolan. HALO is the only dedicated helicopter emergency medical service program in southern Alberta. HALO was ordered to temporarily cease air ambulance services by Emergency Health Services after an incident in September. Service was suspended while EHS conducted a review ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New trees planted in ongoing replacement program
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on October 30th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com A total of 90 new trees of a variety of species have been planted in four locations around the city to replace those removed due to drought conditions or reaching the end of their life cycle. The saplings have been planted with protective fencing at Gas City Campground, Celebration Park, Cypress Way median and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Dominic Strong charity gaming marathon nears start line
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on October 30th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com This weekend, the Dominic Strong team is inviting the public to take part in a portion of their annual 25-hour game day. The day is put on through Extra Life, a charity which focuses on video game enthusiasts to support Children’s Miracle Network hospitals. The group within Medicine Hat specifically, says event organizer Sean ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!RCMP offers safety tips for Halloween
By Medicine Hat News on October 30th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The RCMP is hoping to help keep little ghosts and ghouls safe this Friday with a few Halloween safety tips. “Whether trick-or-treating, giving out candy yourself, attending a ghostly dinner party, or staying inside, we can all do our part to help ensure everyone’s safety,” said the RCMP. The RCMP recommends brightly coloured costumes ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Annual public meeting about provincial savings fund invites online participation
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on October 30th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com The Legislative Assembly Standing Committee on the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund is hosting its annual public meeting today to discuss investment activities and performance. The event will take place from 6-8 p.m. “This public meeting is an opportunity for Albertans to participate in an in-depth conversation with Members of the Legislative Assembly and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Smith in Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates to attend international petroleum conference
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on October 29th, 2025
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Premier Danielle Smith is in Saudi Arabia promoting the province’s responsible energy production before travelling to the United Arab Emirates to attend the Adu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference, which begins next Monday. Smith was notably absent as members of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta met for session this week, as she had ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Prairie Rose Public Schools has named its chair and vice-chair for the new term
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on October 29th, 2025
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Prairie Rose Public Schools held its first meeting as a board Tuesday, ready to take on the responsibility of students’ learning with a new chair and vice-chair. Ward 5 trustee Patty Rooks will take on the role of chair following the meeting, with Ward 3 trustee Pam Cursons by her side as vice-chair. Rooks ... Read More »
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