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Scammers using COVID-related methods to target people, caution urged by police
By GILLIAN SLADE on May 26th, 2020
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade A local resident says he spotted a scam that was a little different than most, including emails from what appeared to be a service club “fundraising.” “Unfortunately in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, there are reports of several new scams popping up,” said a spokesperson for Medicine Hat Police Service. “With the increase ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Calls for service back up and keeping city police busy
By Medicine Hat News on May 26th, 2020
Medicine Hat Police Service fielded 65 calls for service this weekend – 38 Saturday and 27 Sunday – according to its website. Over the course of those two days, MHPS received eight calls for theft – three of which were in regard to automobiles – seven suspicious person calls, six for public disturbance, five for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!As province relaunches, so does crime
By RYAN MCCRACKEN on May 26th, 2020
rmccracken@medicinehatnews.com@MHNMcCracken See related story: https://medicinehatnews.com/news/local-news/2020/05/26/calls-for-service-back-up-and-keeping-city-police-busy/ Crime statistics in Medicine Hat are returning to their previous levels after a significant dip in criminal activity as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Medicine Hat Police Service Insp. Brent Secondiak says the trend seems to be in line with the roll-out of the provincial government’s relaunch strategy and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Stories told, money raised as cancer fighter adds to legacy
By Medicine Hat News on May 26th, 2020
As the cars kept lining up and the donation box kept getting filled, what meant the most for Tiana Shoebridge was hearing people’s stories. The longtime cancer survivor heard a lot of them Saturday. Shoebridge’s bottle drive for Kids Cancer Care exceeded all expectations, with totals not yet known as of Monday’s press time – ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Public library could open end of June, early July
By GILLIAN SLADE on May 26th, 2020
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade The Medicine Hat Public Library is likely to reopen to the public at the end of June or early July. Libraries are in the second phase of the provincial strategy to relaunch after the COVID-19 lockdown, expected toward the end of June. There is an electrical upgrade taking place starting June 22 for a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Community fighting for HALO
By GILLIAN SLADE on May 26th, 2020
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade Strong community support for HALO helicopter air ambulance is evident in recent fundraising initiatives. “We don’t have any totals yet but we’re hoping to make an announcement towards the middle of the week with how things stand and what the potential is,” said Paul Carolan CEO HALO. “We are getting quite a bit of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Woman in her 80s killed when she was hit by vehicle, no charges to be laid
By Medicine Hat News on May 26th, 2020
An 83-year-old Medicine Hat woman has died as the result a motor vehicle collision in the Crescent Heights area on Saturday morning. Following an investigation, Medicine Hat Police Service traffic Sgt. Gerald Sadlemyer says no charges will be laid. “It appears right now that it was just an accident,” said Sadlemyer, adding MHPS will not ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Responsible discretion urged when outdoor recreation areas reopen Friday
By Medicine Hat News on May 26th, 2020
Some outdoor playground structures will reopen Friday. The city says skate parks, skate spots, fitness parks and outdoor play structures in both city parks and school grounds will be open to the public. Expect to see new signs warning that the structures are not sanitized. It is recommended you take hand sanitizer with you and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Student uses ‘Monster Money’ to have a picnic with teacher
By Medicine Hat News on May 26th, 2020
A local teacher created a picnic for two to recognize a student. Ellen Macpherson, Grade 2 teacher at Ecole Connaught School, has a special program that rewards students with coupons called Monster Money. One of the ways students can spend that money is on lunch with the teacher. Normally it would be a food delivery ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Online seminars available for businesses looking to up their social media game
By Medicine Hat News on May 26th, 2020
With social distancing keeping many customers wary of going to stores, a handful of groups have come together to offer businesses a way to learn about using social media to keep in touch with them. A series of 16 free online seminars began this month and can be accessed through the end of June. Run ... Read More »
1 responseCreeks levels up due to rain, caution advised
By Medicine Hat News on May 23rd, 2020
The public is advised to use caution and avoid creeks around the city due to recent significant rainfall. The parks and recreation department says a hazard in the Kin Coulee/Trans-Canada Highway tunnel trail has been identified and work will take place to correct that as soon as possible. Alberta environment and parks website, showing water ... Read More »
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