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A few days of nice before winter truly sets in
By Medicine Hat News on November 27th, 2018
Medicine Hat News A quick glance at the calendar says yes, it’s indeed late November, but the weather forecast for the next few days suggests spring-like conditions. Today, in fact, will be a day to ditch the overcoat, put on some rubber boots and go for a walk because the expected high is to be ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Students to spend interactive afternoon provided by persons with disabilities
By Medicine Hat News on November 27th, 2018
Medicine Hat News The City of Medicine Hat is recognizing the International Day of Persons with Disabilities by supporting an event today at Crestwood Elementary School. The two-hour event will provide a fun, interactive way for students “to learn about disabilities and interact with people with disabilities,” a city press release said. Leslie Jerry, community ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Park Meadows light display feeds local kids
By Mo Cranker on November 27th, 2018
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com @MHNmocranker The Park Meadows Estates Christmas light display has become a tradition for many across the city and it is now up and running for the Holidays. “The light display is quite something,” said former light committee chair Art Ausmus. “We’ve got a lot of the houses lit up and a lot of the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MHC expected to announce new legacy donation for business administration
By Medicine Hat News on November 27th, 2018
Medicine Hat News Medicine Hat College is set to make a big announcement.. Mum on details prior to the 2 p.m. Wednesday announcement, the college is expected to discuss a new legacy donation of $40,000 that has been created for students completing their Bachelor of Business Administration. The announcement will take place at 2 p.m. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Not guilty last week, on trial this
By Jeremy Appel on November 27th, 2018
jappel@medicinehatnews.com @MHNJeremyAppel A man’s trial on charges of possessing methamphetamine for the purposes of trafficking, as well as numerous firearm offences and breaches, heard from two police witnesses on its first day Monday. Aaron Hotchen was arrested by ALERT, Medicine Hat Police Service and Redcliff RCMP on Oct. 22, 2016, after police executed a search ... Read More »
1 responseMHC seeks nominations for Business Person of the Year
By Medicine Hat News on November 27th, 2018
Medicine Hat News Medicine Hat College is seeking nominations for the Business Person of the Year, an honour celebrated annually at the Building Future Leaders networking event. The selection committee, which consists of students, staff, faculty and community representatives, is looking for individuals with leadership qualities, entrepreneurial drive and community involvement, while making measurable contributions ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Women’s shelter and McMan team up for art display of LGBTQ2S+ views on healthy relationships
By Medicine Hat News on November 27th, 2018
Medicine Hat News The Medicine Hat Women’s Shelter Society and McMan Colour Me Free are inviting the public to a three-day art exhibit featuring the work of local LGBTQ2S+ youth that explores how they see healthy relationships. Strong Hearts will be on display Nov. 27-29 at the Den at Medicine Hat College (located by the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lions Club hosting annual hayrides this weekend
By Mo Cranker on November 27th, 2018
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com @MHNmocranker Families looking to spend time together can do so at Police Point Park this weekend during the annual Lions Club Christmas Hayride event. The rides take place from 1-4 p.m. at the park and have been running for 35 years, says hayride co-ordinator Catherine Heberle. “This is an event that we hold that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Shop late downtown at Midnight Madness
By Mo Cranker on November 27th, 2018
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com @MHNmocranker Hatters looking to get a little Christmas shopping done will have an opportunity Friday evening at most stores downtown. The annual Midnight Madness festivities will feature plenty to do with the majority of businesses taking part. “It’s a great night to do some late-night shopping — things start at 6 p.m.,” said Midnight ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Santa Fund off to busy start
By Mo Cranker on November 26th, 2018
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com @MHNmocranker The Santa Claus Fund opened its doors Wednesday for the first time this Holiday season and the group saw record numbers of families coming through the doors. “We’re two days in and it’s been extremely busy,” said executive director Deanna Doerksen on Friday. “We’ve seen 133 families so far with 348 children and ... Read More »
1 responseMHWSS launches Truenity initiative
By Mo Cranker on November 26th, 2018
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com @MHNmocranker The Medicine Hat Women’s Shelter Society launched a new program Friday aimed at getting men to become advocates for ending violence against women and family violence. The initiative is named Truenity and the launch hosted a number of speakers and presentations at Station Coffee. “It was a really great launch and we had ... Read More »
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