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Massage referrals no longer required starting Monday
By GILLIAN SLADE on January 15th, 2021
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade A provincial requirement that anyone wanting a massage therapy appointment must first provide a referral letter is about to be lifted. On Dec. 22 Alberta Health announced that under the COVID restrictions anyone making an appointment for a massage needed to first see one of the healthcare professionals designated for the referral. Judi Coombes ... Read More »
1 responseInfo lacking from Alberta Health on vaccination rate in the South zone
By GILLIAN SLADE on January 15th, 2021
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade The UCP government announced in a tweet on Thursday that all seniors in assisted living facilities in the Calgary zone have now been vaccinated. “All Albertans living in long-term care and supportive living in the Calgary zone have received their first round of vaccination.” The tweet singled out the situation for the Calgary zone ... Read More »
1 responseHatters all over the map of opinions on possible power sale
By COLLIN GALLANT on January 14th, 2021
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant As the city examines the potential sale of its power plant some residents say nothing should be considered without a plebiscite later this year. Others say that if the price is right, pull the trigger. All were in agreement on the need for city council to approach the issue with caution. Former alderman Graham ... Read More »
4 responsesAll options for power division must be looked at, councillors say
By COLLIN GALLANT on January 14th, 2021
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant Council members are waiting to see what’s all involved as administrators evaluate a potential deal to sell the city’s power generating company. All three council members of the city’s utility committee say they support administrators looking at potential sales options or seeking private sector partnerships for what is one of the oldest municipally operated ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Catholic schools going digital for February registration
By MO CRANKER on January 14th, 2021
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@mocranker Medicine Hat Catholic Board of Education is staying digital for its February registration. New and returning students will be able to register for Catholic schools online, a process that went well last year, says communications co-ordinator Derrian Hallas. “Last year went pretty smooth,” she said. “We’re hoping for an even smoother year this year. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alberta fire chiefs call for COVID vaccines for firefighters
By GILLIAN SLADE on January 14th, 2021
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade The Alberta Fire Chiefs Association is asking Alberta Health to include firefighters in the class of emergency responders who qualify for the COVID vaccination during the first phase of the roll out. The AFCA says it is in full support of Alberta Health including paramedics and other emergency medical personnel as people of priority ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City looks to boost investment
By COLLIN GALLANT on January 14th, 2021
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant A new investment policy could see the city invest directly in private businesses with an eye to earn returns, spur tax assessment growth, boost utility sales or further economic diversification, a city committee heard on Tuesday. Administrators told the corporate services committee that many municipalities are seeking new private investment and to create jobs, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat blasted by Wednesday wind storm
By MO CRANKER on January 14th, 2021
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@mocranker Medicine Hat was blasted with strong winds Wednesday, causing commotion and destruction around the city and its surrounding areas. Environment Canada issued a wind warning just after 10 a.m. that gave word of gusts up to 110 km/h, and as high as 140 km/h in wind-prone areas. A semi truck driving on the Trans-Canada ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nominations open now until Feb. 15 for Alberta Order of Excellence
By Medicine Hat News on January 13th, 2021
Nominations are being accepted for the province’s highest honour – the Alberta Order of Excellence. A maximum of 10 people will receive the honour this year in recognition of remarkable contributions to their community, the province and beyond. Nominations must be received by Feb. 15 to be considered for investiture this year. Nominations not selected ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Scottish couple seeks help finding lost Hatter friend
By GILLIAN SLADE on January 13th, 2021
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade A couple in Scotland is trying to connect with a long lost friend they believe is possibly still living in Medicine Hat, and her sons may be here, too. Jane and David Shields live in the village of Falkland in Fife, Scotland, and would like to renew contact with Pat Cook and her sons ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Minor injuries suffered after SUV hits pedestrians in a crosswalk
By Medicine Hat News on January 12th, 2021
Two female pedestrians were sent to hospital with what police say don’t appear to be serious injuries after being struck by a vehicle in a crosswalk near 7-Eleven on Carry Drive. The collision occurred just after 1 p.m., when a GMC Acadia travelling east on Carry Drive attempted to make a left-hand turn onto Cameron ... Read More »
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