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Heritage in the Hat: Becker’s pride and joy
By Medicine Hat News on May 16th, 2020
Richard Cecil Becker had a lot to be proud about. He was born on Confederation Day, July 1, 1867. He had a long career as a CPR conductor, was an alderman in 1917, and was a successful property developer. He built the historic Becker Block on Second Street, known later as the Central Block, demolished ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Saskatchewan’s relaunch plan kicks in after long weekend
By Medicine Hat News on May 16th, 2020
The majority of a phased first stage to reopen businesses and public life in Sakatchewan is set to take place following the May Long Weekend. On Friday, golf courses and drive-in theatres were allowed to reopen in the province, as well as fishing guide companies servicing the north. On Tuesday, retail operations, shopping malls, and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Premier’s office: 19 staff, $2.4M tab
By GILLIAN SLADE on May 16th, 2020
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade There are 19 political staff in Premier Jason Kenney’s office who collectively receive $2.4 million in remuneration annually. Individual salaries, confirmed by the premier’s office Friday, include two people making more than $224,000, four with salaries close to $200,000 and the balance receive more than $114,000 each. “These are some eye-popping salaries and quite ... Read More »
1 responseRecent Aurora rebound looks good alongside plans to start Hat facility up in June
By COLLIN GALLANT on May 16th, 2020
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant Shares in Aurora Cannabis stock shot up by 75 per cent on Friday, the day after it bucked the trend with positive financial news among struggling pot producers. City officials as well as investors are buoyed by the company’s news this week that it plans to open part of the Aurora Sun greenhouse this ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Masterpiece employee’s COVID-positive test poses low risk for residents
By GILLIAN SLADE on May 16th, 2020
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade GILLIAN SLADE gslade@medicinehatnews.com Twitter: MHNGillianSlade An employee in the building at Masterpiece Southland Meadows seniors’ residence has tested positive for COVID-19. Paula Isfeld, vice president of care, and Tim Garforth-Bles, president Masterpiece Care Corporation, are careful to point out that it is an employee and not a resident who has tested positive. “Since we ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Work in Box Springs part of utility connection… no word what for
By Medicine Hat News on May 16th, 2020
Road work on Box Springs Boulevard this week is unrelated to ongoing complaints about the state of the roadway in the west-end development, the News has learned, but involves a new utility service connection in the commercial zone. A spokesman for the Box Springs Business Park conformed to the News that work in front of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MH Farmers’ Market will begin June 13
By Medicine Hat News on May 15th, 2020
Medicine Hat’s Farmers’ Market will be up and running this summer. The Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede announced the markets will run every Saturday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. starting June 13, and ending Oct. 3. “We will have social distancing in place as well as hand sanitizing stations to help keep you, your family, our ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hatters finding a way to worship during pandemic
By GILLIAN SLADE on May 15th, 2020
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade As partial restrictions on gatherings in places of worship are lifted some churches reveal the unique ways they have continued to operate and even benefited. Victory Lutheran has posted taped services on YouTube and Facebook. They’ve had 300 and 400 hits on those sites. “More than we have on a Sunday morning,” said Rev. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Those who opened enjoy a steady stream of business
By Medicine Hat News on May 15th, 2020
Shoppers, diners, retailers and restaurateurs in Medicine Hat were out and about or open for business on Thursday – the first day of a phased lifting of public health restrictions related to COVID-19. Mooks Fabrics reported a steady and well-mannered flow of customers, many wearing masks, and seeking new material. Drive-thru lineups were notably long. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Suspect shoots up house on SW Hill
By Medicine Hat News on May 15th, 2020
Medicine Hat News Medicine Hat Police Service is investigating a shooting in the SW Hill area that took place around 4:45 a.m. Thursday morning. An investigation determined that an unidentified person wearing what appeared to be all black clothing approached a residence on the 200 block of 4 Street SW and fired several shots into ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Partial Aurora Sun could go in June
By COLLIN GALLANT on May 15th, 2020
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant Aurora Cannabis is carrying on with a previously announced plan to partially open its new “Sun” facility in Medicine Hat, the company announced as part of its quarterly financial update Thursday. Another tidbit for Hatters came in an aftermarket conference call that the 260,000 square feet at Aurora Sun, which could be licensed in ... Read More »
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