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Stakeholder criticisms lead to proposed Bill 207 amendments: Glasgo
By JEREMY APPEL on November 19th, 2019
jappel@medicinehatnews.com@MHNJeremyAppel A contentious private member’s bill allowing physicians to deny certain services on conscientious grounds has been amended in an effort to alleviate the concerns of stakeholders, including the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta. Brooks-Medicine Hat MLA Michaela Glasgo is one of 11 MLAs from both parties who sit on the standing committee ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Fireworks bylaw back in front of city council
By Medicine Hat News on November 19th, 2019
A new bylaw to restrict recreational fireworks is back before council after trips back and forth to administrators. First reading of a bylaw took place at Monday’s meeting and detailed that the sales of low-hazard fireworks would be banned inside city limits. Fines ranging from $250 for possessing fireworks with a permit to $1,000 for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Police arrest one person with connection to car break-ins
By Medicine Hat News on November 19th, 2019
Medicine Hat News Police have apprehended an individual suspected of a string of car break-ins in the early hours of Sunday morning. The thefts were mainly concentrated in the Ross Glen Crescent area and primarily involved the theft of loose change, electronics, credit cards and wallets, according to a Medicine Hat Police Service news release. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Poinsettia Tea taking place Saturday
By Medicine Hat News on November 19th, 2019
The Poinsettia Tea at Westminster United Church is an annual Christmas tradition in Medicine Hat. On Saturday from 2 to 3:30 p.m. there will be a bake sale with craft and jewellery tables as well. There is a $5 per person entrance fee and Westminster United Church is located at 101 6 Street ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Interactive opioid exhibit open today at Higdon Hall
By GILLIAN SLADE on November 19th, 2019
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade A local resident who has recovered from an addiction says Medicine Hat’s interactive exhibit about opioids is informative and thought provoking. The exhibit opened Monday and continues from 9 a.m. today until 7 p.m. at Higdon Hall on the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede grounds. Nicholas Bauman says there are visual learning opportunities and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Council briefed on Aurora plan
By COLLIN GALLANT on November 19th, 2019
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant Delays in bringing the entire Aurora Sun cannabis facility fully on line was discussed behind closed doors prior to Monday’s city council meeting, including the potential of extending property tax breaks to the company. Mayor Ted Clugston spoke about the meeting between council members, top administrators and representatives of the Edmonton-based cannabis producer. He ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Events Calendar Nov. 18-24, 2019
By Medicine Hat News on November 18th, 2019
Nov. 18-19 – Opioids Don’t Discriminate interactive exhibit, Higdon Hall, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 18 – Colouring in the Afternoon, MH Public Library, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Nov. 18 – Save on Taxes, MH Public Library, 6-8 p.m. Nov. 18 – Tween Tech-splosion Night, MH Public Library, 6:30-8:30 p.m., ages 10-12 Nov. 19 – Family Caregiver Coffee ... Read More »
1 responseMHPS lays charges after Saturday afternoon hit-and-run
By medicinehatnews on November 18th, 2019
A 52-year-old man is in custody after a Saturday afternoon hit-and-run in the city’s southeast. The Medicine Hat Police Service sent out a media release around 6 p.m. confirming the man was caught and is facing charges. Police, fire and EMS attended the intersection of Strachan Road and 13th Avenue around 3 p.m. Multiple vehicles ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MHWSS holds fifth annual pet walk
By MO CRANKER on November 18th, 2019
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@MHNmocranker Around 30 people gathered at Kin Coulee Park Saturday for a pet walk in support of the Medicine Hat Women’s Shelter Society. It was the fifth consecutive year the shelter held the event to raise awareness for family pets during Family Violence Prevention Month. “We want to raise the issue of domestic violence and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Annual gala raises thousands for Santa Fund
By MO CRANKER on November 18th, 2019
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@MHNmocranker The annual Spirit of Giving Gala took place Saturday at the Medicine Hat Lodge – raising more than $61,000 for the Medicine Hat News Santa Claus Fund. “It was another great evening,” said executive director Deanna Doerksen. “It’s always amazing to see the support from the community. “It was another successful year.” The Scotiabank ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hatter gives talk on biothreats in Ukraine
By MO CRANKER on November 18th, 2019
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@MHNmocranker Medicine Hatter John Cherwonogrodzky travelled to Ukraine recently and was able to give a talk on biothreats at Lviv National Medical University. His talk was centred around the use of biothreats to develop new vaccines and therapies. He says the talk was received well by staff and medical students. “I had made a contact ... Read More »
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