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Council OKs city manager’s legal fees, sells part of Hut 8 site
By Medicine Hat News on October 9th, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com Council voted to approve the reimbursement of legal fees accumulated by city manager Ann Mitchell in the amount of $6,520.50 for the judicial review of the decision made by council to impose a sanction on Mayor Linnsie Clark. The motion was brought forth by Coun. Andy McGrogan who stated the reimbursement amount was discussed ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Women in Business hosting third annual showcase expo Oct. 26
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on October 9th, 2024
Women in Business Medicine Hat is shining the spotlight on the city’s female-led businesses for a third straight year. The local non-profit society is hosting a third rendition of its Women in Business Expo, organized to showcase women-led businesses in Medicine Hat. The Expo, hosted Oct. 26 from 10 a.m to 4 p.m. at the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Memorial event honouring former Rattler raises money for mental health supports
By Medicine Hat News on October 8th, 2024
The second annual Lettuce Smash! Memorial Scrimmage and Social, held Sept. 14 in memory of Leslie Lynne McLennan, raised $3,560 for Medicine Hat Family Service. The event brings together the community along with Medicine Hat College Rattlers alumni to raise awareness for mental health Proceeds go toward honouring McLennan’s legacy by supporting vital mental health ... Read More »
1 responseTravelling ‘Man Van’ helps many Alberta men stay a step ahead of prostate cancer
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on October 8th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Saturday saw the Man Van return to Medicine Hat for the day, offering free blood testing that for many men could mean all the difference when it comes to the early detection of prostate cancer. The van, hosted by the Rockyview Hospital out of Calgary, spent several hours parked outside London Drugs in town. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Influenza vaccines now available
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on October 8th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com As of Monday, influenza vaccinations are now available to eligible Albertans. Immunization appointments, both for influenza and for COVID-19 vaccines, can be booked via the Alberta Vaccine Booking System, calling 811, or by directly contacting a nearby pharmacy. “As fall approaches, it’s important to plan ahead against circulating respiratory viruses,” said Health Minister Adriana ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clark sounds off over seven-month info request
By BRENDAN MILLER on October 8th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Mayor Linnsie Clark told members of council and city staff Monday that she was denied her rights as a member of the public when she was refused information available through the Freedom of Information and Protection policy in a written inquiry. She also told councillors they likely spent more public tax dollars preparing two ... Read More »
1 responseKiwanis Club of Medicine Hat celebrates 100 years of service
By BRENDAN MILLER on October 8th, 2024
bmiller@medicinehatnews.com To honour the service of members over the past 100 years, the Kiwanis Club of Medicine Hat held a celebratory dinner at the Lodge on Saturday night. Since 1924 volunteer members of the Kiwanis Club have been actively giving back to the city through hundreds of service programs and donations, as well as undertaking ... Read More »
1 responseCouncil approves updates to clarify electric fee bylaw
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on October 8th, 2024
news@medicinehatnews.com Councillors on Monday approved changes to the city’s electric utility bylaw that will include “comprehensive adjustments” to reflect changes in operational practices and better align with current codes. Manager of electric operations, Jeff Sandford, presented the changes to the bylaw during a presentation that highlighted the update and discussed the regulatory framework. “This amending ... Read More »
1 responseLocal group hopes to make Medicine Hat a well known hub for cowboy poetry
By ANNA SMITH Local Journalism Initiative on October 8th, 2024
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Saturday saw boots, hats and horses decorate Medicine Hat College as the Medicine Hat Cowboy Poetry Foundation hosted its major annual event. This year brought not only the 16 slated performers for the afternoon show and the four high-profile guests who made up the evening, but no less than 45 open-mic contenders taking the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Coaldale shows off new school and rec centre
By Cal Braid Southern Alberta Newspapers on October 5th, 2024
Cal Braid Southern Alberta Newspapers Prairie Winds Secondary School in Coaldale on Friday threw wide its doors for its official grand opening. Students, teachers, dignitaries, and guests packed the bleachers and seating area in the gleaming new gymnasium that will get plenty of high-intensity use in the years to come. The school is on the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Job losses not expected in Bayer buyout of HyTech Production
By Medicine Hat News on October 5th, 2024
@MedicineHatNews Bayer is buying a canola treating and packaging plant in Coaldale, the agri-food giant announced on Thursday, while former owner HyTech Production will continue developing and distributing hybrid seed types. The deal involves the transfer of the three-year-old cleaning plant to Bayer which has a parent seed production site in Cranbrook, B.C. and a ... Read More »
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