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RCMP Briefs: Woman dies in Swift Current RCMP custody on the way to hospital
By Medicine Hat News on May 7th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews RCMP in Swift Current say a woman who was taken into custody Sunday morning died while being transported to hospital. Mounties there say they attended a wellness check at about 11 .m. on May 5 on South Service Road, and located a woman who they say required medical care. While in transport by EMS ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!RCMP shares tips for emergency preparedness week
By Medicine Hat News on May 7th, 2024
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews As May 5-11 is Emergency Preparedness Week across Canada, the RCMP is reminding citizens to keep aware what in their lives could potentially create an emergency. This year’s theme, “Be Prepared. Know Your Risks,” follows exactly that intent, encouraging Canadians to understand the risks in their area and learn what actions that they can ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MHC hosting week-long Indigenous education program
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 7th, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com This week Medicine Hat public school Division students from Grade 4-10 have the opportunity to learn about the traditions of the Blackfoot, Cree and Metis cultures during KisKihkeyimowin, an educational event that fosters understanding and appreciation of Indigenous cultures. KisKihkeyimowin means ‘sharing good teachings’ in Plains Cree and annually provides students an immersive look ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Solar farm near Vauxhall delayed at least a year
By Medicine Hat News on May 7th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews An approved solar farm near Vauxhall has been put on pause by the developer as the province reviews power pricing and regulations. The “Vauxhall Solar Farm” was approved by the Alberta Utilities Commission in late 2022, and would comprise six quarter-sections in two blocks about 5 kilometres northwest of the town in the MD ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tickets on sale for Community Cares health foundation gala
By Medicine Hat News on May 7th, 2024
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The Medicine Hat Health Foundation hopes to welcome residents to the 2024 Community Cares Gala, to help raise money for cardiac care in the city. “When it comes to cardiac emergencies, every second makes a difference,” the foundation says in a press release. “That’s why having the best possible treatment close to home is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ganley says NDP leader debate needs to better reach mid-sized cities
By Collin Gallant on May 7th, 2024
@@CollinGallant A leading candidate to become leader of the New Democrats is again calling for more regional debates during the current contest, including one in Medicine Hat. Kathleen Ganley told the News recently that she is continuing to call for the party to focus on outreach in mid-sized cities like the Hat, Red Deer and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat senior charged with arson for 2023 restaurant fire
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 7th, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com Police have charged 77-year-old Keith Knight with arson for a fraudulent purpose following a lengthy investigation by the Criminal Investigation Section. First responders were called to a report of a structure fire on the morning of Aug. 14, 2023 located on the 500 block of Rutherford Street. The Medicine Hat man was charged May ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Inaugural library Comic Con a big success
By ANNA SMITH on May 7th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Residents of all ages made their way to the Medicine Hat Public Library on Saturday for the inaugural Comic Con, filling all levels of the library with nerdy excitement. The event ran for most of the day, beginning at 10 a.m., and featured a variety of activities, from a patrolling Darth Vader in honour ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Council, mayor chip away at expenses impasse
By Collin Gallant on May 7th, 2024
@@CollinGallant City councillors accused Mayor Linnsie Clark of “waging a vendetta against administration” in requesting expense and severance information at city hall, but Clark says it’s better to get the information out in the public. The contentious issue came to a head Monday in 90 minutes of discussion that eventually resulted in several motions to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Monday in Medicine Hat, May 6
By James Tubb on May 6th, 2024
Medicine Hat News A standing request by Mayor Linnsie Clark for human resource reports and expense information is set to be debated for the third time in a month when council meets tonight (6:30 p.m. at city hall, or broadcast live on Rogers Community Cable). Read the News coverage of the issue here. Council will ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hatters too down on the Hat’s economy: Smith
By Collin Gallant on May 4th, 2024
@@CollinGallant Medicine Hat’s city-owned power supply could draw high-tech investment and become a hub for artificial intelligence, data processing and aero-space industries, according to Premier Danielle Smith. She made the comment to a group of business and civic leaders Thursday, lingering on the point that while Hatters tend to see the local economy as depressed, ... Read More »
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