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Hatters reaching out to thank frontline staff
By Medicine Hat News on April 3rd, 2020
A group of Hatters took time out of their day Thursday to say tank you to staff at a local retirement facility. People gathered outside of Revera Meadowlands Retirement Residence for 3 p.m. and clapped for staff who take care of their loved ones every day. Families with multiple generations attended to say hi and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Methanex delaying major spending on American plant expansion
By COLLIN GALLANT on April 3rd, 2020
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant Methanex is delaying major spending on a U.S. plant expansion for 18 months as it conserves credit in the wake of global economic uncertainty, the company announced on Wednesday. The facility, in Geismar, Louisiana was to see US$800 million in construction this year, but that amount will be reduced by $500 million as the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Food bank gets $300k grant
By Medicine Hat News on April 3rd, 2020
The Medicine Hat and District Food Bank is receiving a $300,000 grant from the Ministry of Education to help deliver the nutrition program for local schools. The government has announced $3 million in supplementary funding for nine community groups province-wide. Two in Calgary and two in Edmonton will receive $375,000, while the other five in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Giving thanks to frontline health care workers
By Medicine Hat News on April 2nd, 2020
It is time to express appreciation for frontline health care workers, and there are a couple ways you can get involved this week. Thursday 3 p.m. Revera Meadowlands Retirement Residence, 223 Park Meadows Drive SE, is thanking its staff. “The families and friends of our residents will be coming to surround the building ….. to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Pandemic vs. epidemic: What’s the difference?
By Medicine Hat News on April 2nd, 2020
We are in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic and there is good reason why it is called a pandemic rather than an epidemic. On March 12, the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic. It is a pandemic because it is a global outbreak rather than a regional one. A pandemic may start out ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Power rates set to drop for April, gas prices rise — updated
By Medicine Hat News on April 2nd, 2020
Power rates in Medicine Hat that are set at the provincial average will drop for April – a signal not only that the lower-use spring season is arriving in Alberta, but also potentially that demand is predicted to fall as industrial and commercial activity slows. In April, the cost of power to local utility customers ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Family physicians ready and able during COVID-19
By GILLIAN SLADE on April 2nd, 2020
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade The Alberta Medical Association is reminding Albertans that family physicians are ready and able to care for their patients even during the social distancing period. There are lots of ways family physicians can care for patients safely and effectively during this time. If you have a medical need, you should call your doctor’s office ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!TD Wealth helps supply demand: Local branch donates $15,000 to Medicine Hat and District Food Bank
By Medicine Hat News on April 2nd, 2020
TD Wealth has donated $15,000 to the local food bank and is encouraging others to do the same. “It is strange to drive around our city and see so many business closed,” says investment advisor Marc Sorensen. “You wonder how the business owners and their staff are coping with the loss of their income these ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City council to stream ‘open meeting’ next week
By COLLIN GALLANT on April 2nd, 2020
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant City council will hold an “open meeting” next week, though no physical access will be allowed to general public or reporters, the city clerk’s office has confirmed to the News. Instead the proceedings will be broadcast on the city’s website. A dedicated telephone line specific to a land-use public hearing will be set up, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Pair of homes receive no bids at tax auction
By COLLIN GALLANT on April 2nd, 2020
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant A tax auction for two Medicine Hat homes proceeded on Tuesday with no one appearing at the public sale held at city hall, and therefore no qualified bids were received, administrators have told the News. It’s not unusual for such auctions, held to clear up property tax accounts that are at least four years ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City eases rules for campers and RVs for self-isolation needs
By Medicine Hat News on April 1st, 2020
The city is relaxing measures for campers and RVs within city limits to accommodate those who might be self-isolating near family or friends, according to a mid-day release on Tuesday. Typically, occupation of a recreational vehicle is limited to 24 hours, and other rules govern how long they can sit on city streets. That will ... Read More »
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