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Hatter issues Charter challenge over helmet law
By Jeremy Appel on November 29th, 2018
jappel@medicinehatnews.com @MHNJeremyAppel A Hatter is in the process of launching a Charter challenge against Alberta’s exemption to mandatory motorcycle helmets for people of the Sikh faith. On April 12, Alberta became the third province after British Columbia and Manitoba to permit this exception for turban-wearing Sikhs. Ontario became the fourth to do so on Oct. ... Read More »
1 response12-year-old pedestrian struck: Police seek assistance as woman drives boy home after hitting him with her truck
By Medicine Hat News on November 29th, 2018
Medicine Hat News The Medicine Hat Police Service is requesting public assistance with information on a youth being struck by a vehicle on Wednesday afternoon. Police say at about 3:20 p.m., a dark-coloured four-door pickup truck hit a 12-year-old male while the boy was crossing the street at a marked crosswalk at the intersection of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cold to start, then warmer than normal
By Mo Cranker on November 29th, 2018
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com @MHNmocranker After what seemed like a never-ending winter last year, Medicine Hatters can expect a slightly warmer than average winter this year, according to The Weather Network. “With regards to temperatures we’re expecting that region to trend a bit above normal, or a little bit warmer than normal,” said meteorologist Brad Rousseau. “With that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MHPSD expects to take advantage of Alberta’s $15M solar support for schools
By Jeremy Appel on November 29th, 2018
jappel@medicinehatnews.com @MHNJeremyAppel The local public school division plans on taking advantage of the $15 million in funding the province announced Wednesday to put more solar panels on schools, its superintendent says. “Medicine Hat Public School Division will apply to expand their contingent of solar panels,” Mark Davidson said. He says it’s too early to say ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local entrepreneur leaves $40K legacy
By Medicine Hat News on November 29th, 2018
Medicine Hat News The memory of local entrepreneur Steven Murphy, who passed away in 2016, will live on at Medicine Hat College. A $40,000 donation was provided to Medicine Hat College Wednesday by Murphy’s family. The donation will support students completing the Bachelor of Business Administration program. The gift was split between two awards: $25,000 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Grant application deadline looms for Storyhive’s Indigenous Storyteller Edition
By Medicine Hat News on November 29th, 2018
Medicine Hat News The deadline is near for filmmakers to apply for grants for Storyhive’s inaugural Indigenous Storyteller Edition. A funding platform to support independent creators in Alberta and B.C., Storyhive will present 20 grants of $20,000 each for production support, training and mentorship and distribution support. Following the application deadline on Dec. 4, an ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MHFD to announce Tuesday its lucky Fire Chief for a Day contest winner
By Jeremy Appel on November 29th, 2018
Medicine Hat News The Medicine Hat Fire Department will be announcing Tuesday the winner of its Fire Chief for a Day contest. The lucky student will spend an entire day with the fire department. They will be picked up from school in a fire truck, meet on-duty firefighters and staff, get outfitted in fire turnout ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Kettle Campaign is Salvation Army’s biggest fundraiser
By Mo Cranker on November 29th, 2018
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com @MHNmocranker The Salvation Army’s annual Kettle Campaign is up and running for the Holiday season and the group says it is a very important fundraiser. “Basically the program relies on volunteers giving a couple hours to sit at a station, ring a bell and collect donations for the Salvation Army,” said campaign co-ordinator Ashley ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Display featured art by local LGBTQ2S+ youth
By Mo Cranker on November 29th, 2018
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com @MHNmocranker The Medicine Hat Women’s Shelter Society and McMan Colour Me Free teamed up this week to put on a unique art display at Medicine Hat College. The display featured a number of pieces created by LGBTQ2S+ children in the community and the art reflects how the kids view healthy relationships. “Part of what ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Safety City to hold car seat clinics every Wednesday
By Mo Cranker on November 29th, 2018
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com @MHNmocranker Safety City is holding free car seat inspection clinics every Wednesday with the hopes of keeping young Hatters safe when riding with their parents. “We’re doing these inspection and installation clinics every Wednesday and we’re hoping to get the word out a bit,” said Safety City executive director Tom Carney. “We’re encouraging people ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Community Foundation to dole out $155K today
By Medicine Hat News on November 29th, 2018
Medicine Hat News Ten area organizations will be among the recipients of more than $155,000 in funding today from the Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta. The foundation’s grants committee had five priority areas when deliberating for the fall grant cycle: Strengthening relationships with Indigenous and multicultural groups; encouraging mental health; pursuing an environmentally sustainable future; ... Read More »
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