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COVID-19 details from here to around the world
By GILLIAN SLADE on March 31st, 2020
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade The following information does not include new case numbers for Monday. The number of COVID-19 cases at home or around the world is only relevant if we look at it in relation to population and the number of tests. There are about 660 cases of COVID-19 in Alberta and the Calgary zone has by ... Read More »
1 responseBus fare no longer required for city transit; rear entry
By Medicine Hat News on March 31st, 2020
Bus fares are no longer required as city transit officials announced all riders will enter in rear, side entrances to avoid contact with drivers on Monday afternoon. And starting April 6, a reduced schedule will see buses run on Saturday hours during the work week, then Sunday service throughout the weekend. “We know many people ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Taskforce to help businesses navigate support
By COLLIN GALLANT on March 31st, 2020
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant An “Economic Recovery Taskforce” created by the City of Medicine Hat and regional partners says the best thing it can do right now is help business owners wade through a rushing river of new federal and provincial support programs. Once that situation is in hand however, an ongoing effort to support local workforce development ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Books for homebound seniors program on hold, but not the connections made
By COLLIN GALLANT on March 31st, 2020
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant Under normal circumstances, a volunteer program to drop off books for homebound seniors provided both parties with a friendly hello, a chance to chat, and something on the calendar to look forward to on the calendar. Now, the connections made in better times are providing all those seemingly little things that now seem so ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Help keep busy pharmacists and yourself safe
By GILLIAN SLADE on March 31st, 2020
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade Demand for services and medication at pharmacies is high, and in order to serve the public the Alberta College of Pharmacy is providing some advice. If you are feeling ill, have flu-like symptoms, fever, cough or shortness of breath do not go to your pharmacy for advice or medication. Call Health Link 811. If ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local school boards caught off guard by funding cut
By JEREMY APPEL on March 31st, 2020
jappel@medicinehatnews.com@MHNJeremyAppel Administrators from all three local school boards say they were caught off guard by the government’s Saturday announcement that they will temporarily reduce funding for schools to free up money for managing the COVID-19 pandemic. The ministry has signalled a 14 per cent cut to all school base instructional grants and 51 per cent ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Waving flags and brightening days for all who pass by
By MO CRANKER on March 31st, 2020
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@MHNmocranker Mike Howkins has been standing on the highway overpass near the college nearly every day with a giant Canadian flag, waving to drivers as they speed down the highway during their commutes. Howkins’ wife, Shirley Espineli, was by his side Sunday to wave the flag of the Philippines, her native country. He says they ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hatter finds work in food truck
By MO CRANKER on March 30th, 2020
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@MHNmocranker Mike Conljemovic was having no luck finding work … so he made some. The Hatter has taken to the streets downtown to launch his new NOMaste Eatery food truck, which aims to bring healthy, affordable meals to residents. “I’ve spent a long time in the restaurant industry and just couldn’t find anything,” he said. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Drive-by birthday parties becoming a hit in the Hat
By MO CRANKER on March 30th, 2020
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@MHNmocranker A group of dedicated Hatters has teamed up to help others celebrate their birthdays during the COVID-19 pandemic. Since gatherings of 15 or more people are now banned in the province, Hatters are celebrating birthdays from a safe distance. Groups of people are decorating their cars and driving by residences of those turning a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Keeping pets safe in a pandemic
By MO CRANKER on March 30th, 2020
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@MHNmocranker While many businesses close down due to the COVID-19 pandemic and people choose to spend more time indoors, pet rescue organizations are making plans to keep their animals safe. The Southern Alberta Humane Society has been operating for about a year and has stopped animal intake for the time being. Board member De Seaton ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Third COVID-19 death reported: Alberta now up to 661 cases, 73 have recovered
By MO CRANKER on March 30th, 2020
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@MHNmocranker A third Albertan has died as a result of COVID-19. The province announced Sunday that it had identified 40 new cases of the virus, bringing the total to 661. The province also announced that there are 73 total recovery cases to date. The Calgary zone makes up 408 of the confirmed cases, while the ... Read More »
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