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Five bros ready to play the Feud
By MO CRANKER on January 14th, 2020
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@MHNmocranker Troy, Bradley, Brock, Tyson and Tanner Hale are flying to Toronto this weekend to spend time together, but this won’t be a typical vacation. After a few months of waiting, the Hat-born brothers found out last week that their auditions were accepted for the first season of CBC’s Family Feud Canada. “I’m not sure ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!High-end car destroyed by fire
By JEREMY APPEL on January 14th, 2020
jappel@medicinehatnews.com@MHNJeremyAppel A high-end vehicle that became engulfed in flames during Monday’s extreme cold temperature wasn’t the result of any error on the driver’s part and is likely attributable to malfunctions brought on by the weather, according to the fire department. “When it gets this cold, we tend to have a few more vehicle fires,” fire ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Redcliff students get shot at building design
By JEREMY APPEL on January 14th, 2020
jappel@medicinehatnews.com@MHNJeremyAppel Grade 9 math students don’t normally have the opportunity to get into building design. However, students at Redcliff’s Parkside School for the second year in a row did just that Monday, with a dozen groups creating their own hypothetical layout for the new Redcliff school that has been approved for capital planning. “We’re always ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!A cold week of ‘what the heck is this?’ arrives
By Medicine Hat News on January 14th, 2020
A winter’s blast brought the first of five frigid days in the forecast to Medicine Hat on Monday while almost the entire province languished under an extreme cold weather warning from Environment Canada. The daytime high to start the week reached-23C, while the expected overnight low was-30C not including windchill A cold weather system that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Taking action has left man living with dementia feeling rich and fulfilled
By GILLIAN SLADE on January 14th, 2020
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade Since publicly revealing that he’d been diagnosed with dementia, a local resident says his life is richer than he could have imagined. “I have a rich, full life,” said Roger Marple, who revealed his diagnosis in the News in 2016 when he was just 58. “I’m constantly engaged. If you want to sink real ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cold weather leads to spike in power demand, prices
By Medicine Hat News on January 14th, 2020
Power demand and prices across Alberta spiked on Monday as cold weather blanketed the province. Medicine Hat’s power plant was exporting power throughout the day, capturing grid prices of up to $941 per megawatt hour – compared to $54 overnight Sunday – according to the Alberta Electric System Operator. Supply and demand figures show that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Little dog not so lucky this time
By MO CRANKER on January 14th, 2020
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@MHNmocranker After surviving the jaws of a coyote in 2018 with little injury, three-year-old Yorkie Little Man was once again attacked by an animal much larger than him – and this time he was badly hurt. Owner Diane Galvez was spending a bit of time with Little Man outside their place Friday when she saw ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Events Calendar Jan. 13-19, 2020
By Medicine Hat News on January 13th, 2020
Jan. 13 – Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour, Esplanade, 7 p.m. Jan. 13 – Colouring in the Afternoon, MH Public Library, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Jan. 14-15 – PAW Patrol Live! The Great Pirate Adventure, Canalta Centre, 6 p.m. Jan. 14 – Stitching in the Afternoon, MH Public Library, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Jan. 15 – Roving ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!TOP Fest back for 14th year
By MO CRANKER on January 13th, 2020
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@MHNmocranker January tends to be the best month of the year for folk music fans in the city – this year is no different. The annual Tongue on the Post Music Festival is slated to kick off Jan. 20 with a large number of events throughout the week. “There’s a lot to be excited for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Paying it forward: Couple spends winter months caring for Upland Drive Park Outdoor Rink
By MO CRANKER on January 13th, 2020
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@MHNmocranker Hatters were dealt real cold winter weather this weekend – meaning most were inside in the warmth. For Darryl Matthews and Monica Stanley, the weather is exactly what they needed. The common law couple has been volunteering their winter months at the Upland Drive Park Outdoor Rink for seven years, working day and night ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local cannabis shop hosting free beginners growing class on Saturday
By MO CRANKER on January 13th, 2020
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@MHNmocranker After a successful first cannabis seminar in December, Giving and Receiving Ltd. will be hosting another this month – this time teaching Hatters how to grow their own pot plants. The store will be hosting the growing for beginners class on Saturday from 4-6 p.m. and it is free to attend for all interested. ... Read More »
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