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Clugston not interested in invite to Thunberg
By COLLIN GALLANT on October 16th, 2019
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant Alberta’s three largest cities have extended a welcome to global climate activist Greta Thunberg to their council meetings during her upcoming visit to Alberta, but it’s unlikely Medicine Hat will follow suit. Mayor Ted Clugston told the News on Tuesday he feels Hatters generally disagree with the Swedish activist, as does he about the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Scholarship recipient has lifelong passion for ringette
By Medicine Hat News on October 16th, 2019
Emily Hudson, a Medicine Hat High School graduate who’s studying kinesiology at the University of Calgary, is a recipient of the Medicine Hat News-Medicine Hat Tigers Scholarship. The $2,500 scholarship goes toward two former players in the Medicine Hat or Redcliff Minor Hockey of Ringette Associations. “I really enjoyed the world of health and sport, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Warren Buffet-controlled company building $200M wind farm near Bow Island
By Collin Gallant on October 16th, 2019
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant The Bow Island region has scored a second major wind power facility after Berkshire Hathaway’s Canadian energy wing on Tuesday gave the green light to build the $200-million Rattlesnake Ridge next year. The project would see 28 turbines erected about five kilometres east of the town and would produce 117 megawatts of power at ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!McCoy grad wins Judy Hagel Legacy funding
By Medicine Hat News on October 16th, 2019
Cara Morrison is this year’s recipient of the $2,000 Judy Hagel Legacy Scholarship, which will go to her post-secondary education at the University of Lethbridge. A recent graduate of Monsignor McCoy High School, Morrison is studying a bachelor’s of education alongside a bachelor’s of science. She says her goal is to become an elementary school ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Old Navy will open Nov. 2 at the mall
By Medicine Hat News on October 16th, 2019
The new Old Navy store at the Medicine Hat Mall will officially open Nov. 2. It’s one of three stores to be located in the mall’s revamped wing that formerly hosted Sears, the News previously reported. The other two – Dollarama and an expanded Ardene – are expected to be open in time for the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local royal connection celebrates milestone birthday
By Medicine Hat News on October 16th, 2019
Eight years ago on July 7, 2011, Frances Miller stood on the runway at Calgary International Airport among many dignitaries and presented the Duchess of Cambridge with flowers. On Saturday Miller was celebrating her 90th birthday at a come-and-go tea and held some flowers similar to the ones she gave to the Duchess. Many years ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Role in ‘Titanic’ musical holds special place for Hatter
By MO CRANKER on October 15th, 2019
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@MHNmocranker For Baz Clarke, an upcoming role in the musical “Titanic” will be more than just a chance to perform. Clarke is set to play as a stevedore in the Medicine Hat Musical Theatre’s latest production – it is his first ever performance in a musical. His family ties with the historic boat makes his ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heal the Hat hosting event this weekend
By MO CRANKER on October 15th, 2019
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@MHNmocranker Heal the Hat expos have been taking place every spring in the city for years, and a special fall edition of the event is being held Oct. 19. The events are usually held at the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede grounds, but this time around it will be hosted at the Beveridge Landmark Events ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!SEAWA hosting downtown art show
By MO CRANKER on October 15th, 2019
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@MHNmocranker An art show downtown is being hosted by the South East Water Shed Alliance and is showcasing artists from studio groups at the Cultural Centre. The gallery is living at a storefront in the Arcade Plaza downtown, in a space that was donated by building owner Navneet Singh Bhui. “This show is a collaboration ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Water Run raises $100K in 10th year
By MO CRANKER on October 15th, 2019
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@MHNmocranker Medicine Hatters have been taking part in the Water Run for 10 years – each year the community has managed to raise more money than the last for well drilling projects in Northern Kenya. “The support from Medicine Hat over the years has been incredible,” said organizer Dave McElhinney. “We set out a goal ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Events Calendar Oct. 15-20, 2019
By Medicine Hat News on October 15th, 2019
Oct. 15 – MH360 Speakers: Deborah Northcott and Rod DeVries, Baymont Inn& Suites, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 15 – Stitching in the Afternoon, MH Public Library, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Oct. 15 – Medicine for the Soul Book Club, MH Public Library, 6:30-8 p.m. Oct. 15 – Tigers vs. Saskatoon Blades, Canalta Centre, 7 p.m. Oct. 16 ... Read More »
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