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Silver Buckle remains open in ‘safest way possible’
By COLLIN GALLANT on March 19th, 2020
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant Management of the Silver Buckle Inn says confusion over new health regulations that affect restaurants and bars differently led to a torrent of online criticism, but the establishment is operating in a safe and sanctioned manner. “It comes down to licensing and we’ve worked with Alberta Health, the AGLC … with the mandate of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Catholic board starting to roll out learning options
By JEREMY APPEL on March 19th, 2020
jappel@medicinehatnews.com@MHNJeremyAppel Some teachers from the Medicine Hat Catholic Board of Education have already prepared online lessons for their students in the wake of coronavirus, but superintendent Dwayne Zarichny says a cohesive system will be in place soon for all students, including those who may not have sufficient internet access at home. He says teachers in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!UCP cancels radiologist contract right after AHS given back pay
By GILLIAN SLADE on March 19th, 2020
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade Alberta’s radiologists have been told the government will cancel the agreement it had with them within a year. Dr. Rob Davies, president of the Alberta Society of Radiologists, says three large groups of radiologists that supply services to most of the major hospitals in Calgary and Edmonton were given notice that a six-year contract ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Businesses brace for slow-down
By COLLIN GALLANT on March 19th, 2020
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant The fear is real for small business owners and their employees about the economic effects of a call by all governments to stay home as the best measure to stem the spread of the coronavirus. Hatters appear to be heeding that advice, but as parking lots remain empty – even for the inarguably good ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Group of musicians taking jam sessions to video chat
By JEREMY APPEL on March 19th, 2020
jappel@medicinehatnews.com@MHNJeremyAppel A local group of musicians who normally gather weekly are moving their jam sessions online. Lana Major, who plays bass guitar, keyboards and sings, says a friend hosts a “little get together” for 8-10, and sometimes more, musicians in his basement to play their instruments. Instead of shutting down for the pandemic, the group ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Doctors glad to see government drop April 1 funding changes
By GILLIAN SLADE on March 19th, 2020
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade Local physicians say the government reversing a decision on what doctors get paid for longer consultations with patients was the right thing to do. Alberta Health had made plans to reduce what doctors could charge for appointments that went beyond 15 minutes, which would take effect April 1. Physicians had warned of the possibility ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local Budget Blinds wins parent-company honour for community service in 2019
By MO CRANKER on March 18th, 2020
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@MHNmocranker Medicine Hat’s Budget Blinds location was recently recognized by its parent company for the work it did last year in the community. The company found out recently that it was awarded the North American Community Service Award and part owner Dawn Cameron says it was a nice surprise for her team. “You always hope ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mental health management tips
By Medicine Hat News on March 18th, 2020
The Palliser Primary Care Network has provided some tips for managing mental health under the new self-isolation regime. The practice of physically isolating from each other runs counter to the usual norms for enhancing mental health, says Palliser executive director Treena Klassen. “Lots of times, some of the things we recommend for people to stay ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!CCDA Easter Egg Hunt cancelled
By Medicine Hat News on March 18th, 2020
The City Centre Development Agency has announced it will cancel the planned Easter egg hunt that traditionally takes place in the downtown core. The COVID-19 pandemic is the reason for the cancellation in an effort to be abundantly cautious and not risk the spread of the virus... Read More »
Be the first to comment!5-2 vote extends council member terms on the police commission
By COLLIN GALLANT on March 18th, 2020
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant A new change to the Medicine Hat Police Commission bylaw will allow city council members to serve up to a maximum of 10 years on the oversight body, thereby keeping two long-term members in place. That’s up from six years after the matter passed in a 5-2 split vote on Monday night, but is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!In typical fashion, Hatters help Hatters in droves
By COLLIN GALLANT on March 18th, 2020
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant Hatters are stepping up in to help friends, neighbours and each other as the medical and governmental response to the COVID-19 virus broadens. The societal response is widening, too. Shona Dickie is the emergency response social services branch co-ordinator with the City of Medicine Hat. Her office helps co-ordinate agencies in the city that ... Read More »
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