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Waste management strategies covered in province’s latest nuclear power webinar series
By ZOE MASON on January 22nd, 2026
zmason@medicinehatnews.com The province held the third in a series of public engagement webinars about nuclear energy in Alberta last week, with a focus on technical questions and nuclear waste management. The webinar included presentations from the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission and the Nuclear Waste Management Organization. Justin McKeown, team leader of the Western and Northern ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clark to speak on community engagement at State of the City address
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 22nd, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Mayor Linnsie Clark says one topic she will discuss during her keynote speech next week will surround the importance of improving communication between elected officials, city staff and residents. That topic will be among several others at the upcoming annual State of the City luncheon held next Tuesday at the Medicine Hat Lodge. “Certainly, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Task force engages with homeless community for feedback
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 22nd, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Elected officials on the Resilient and Inclusive Task Force – established to reduce the impacts of homelessness, mental health, addiction and poverty – met last week with members of the homeless community to talk about issues they face. Coun. Chris Hellman announced at Monday’s council meeting that he, alongside Mayor Linnsie Clark and Coun. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Dr. Roy Wilson Learning Centre open house runs next week
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 22nd, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Current and new families to Dr. Roy Wilson Learning Centre are invited to check out an upcoming open house held next Wednesday night. School tours are available between 6 and 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 28. A short school overview presentation in the gymnasium will occur at 6:15 p.m. Following the presentation students and families ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Catholic schools to celebrate Inclusive Education Month
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 22nd, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Next month the Medicine Hat Catholic Board of Education will celebrate Inclusive Education Month within its schools and recognize support staff who make a difference. February marks a time to promote creative learning environments and raise awareness on the importance of inclusion for students with diverse learning needs, disabilities and backgrounds, MHCBE says. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Four dozen employers on hand for MHC’s popular job fair
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on January 22nd, 2026
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat College Community Job Fair on Wednesday connected students and residents alike to summer positions, internships and permanent career opportunities. The fair hosted 48 different employers for the day, both locally and from further afield. The aim is to offer something for everyone, says MHC career services assistant Shelly Drefs. “It’s a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New support group open for moms
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 22nd, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com A new support group aimed at providing practical strategies for everyday motherhood is beginning at the Redcliff Public Library next month. The “Mom Squad” mother’s support group held in collaboration between Redcliff Family and Community Support Services and Medicine Hat Family Services, will host five monthly sessions featuring different topics and support strategies also ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Valentine’s date night among upcoming events at the Veiner Centre
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 21st, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Next month the Unison at Veiner Centre is hosting a special themed dinner to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Tickets for the Valentine’s Date Night Supper, which is on Feb. 13, are on sale for $25 per person and will include a full meal in a romantic setting with live music by Guitarist Jake Lennox. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MHIP’s penultimate Watershed Explorers event to look at local flora
By Medicine Hat News on January 21st, 2026
asmith@medicinehatnews.com The Medicine Hat Interpretive Program is taking a closer look at the local flora in the second-to-last instalment of the Watershed Explorers series. The series, aimed at children aged six to 12, has covered various aspects of the local watershed over the course of several programs, from wildlife to water quality. Participants earn a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mounties arrest Brooks man for human trafficking; believe more victims outstanding
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on January 21st, 2026
newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com Chad Jensen, 46, of Brooks is facing several charges related to human trafficking following a nearly year long investigation. Mounties in Brooks arrested Jensen on Jan. 8 after an investigation that began in February 2025 after RCMP received a report for a female victim who said she was in a relationship with Jensen and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!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 »
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