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AHS urges public to be cautious with weed
By Gillian Slade on October 17th, 2018
gslade@medicinehatnews.com @MHNGillianSlade After years of successfully making people aware of the hazards of smoking, the legalization of cannabis could set that whole campaign back, says Alberta Health Services. It could mean the “normalization of smoking again,” said Dr. Lizette Elumir, south zone medical officer of health. The other health concern is youth under the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cocaine, cash seized in Medicine Hat
By Medicine Hat News on October 16th, 2018
Three people face charges after a cocaine and cash seizure totalling nearly $85,000 in Medicine Hat. The seizure was made on Oct. 12 by ALERT’s Medicine Hat organized crime team. Medicine Hat Police Service aided in the seizure executing warrants at two local residences. One residence allegedly being used to sell drugs is next to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Pot bylaw outlined but not ready
By Collin Gallant on October 16th, 2018
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com @CollinGallant A local bylaw governing where cannabis can and cannot be smoked won’t be in place on Wednesday morning when adults can legally purchase and possess the long-banned substance. But council members, who approved the broad outlines of a local bylaw on Monday night, say public behaviour later this week could influence how the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hatters seem mostly at ease with weed legalization
By Jeremy Appel on October 16th, 2018
jappel@medicinehatnews.com @MHNJeremyAppel The News spoke to several Hatters of different ages about Wednesday’s Canada-wide legalization of cannabis. Though none outright opposed legalization, some had more concerns than others. Tish Pahtayken, 32, says she’s “up for it.” She said regulating its sale is a lot safer than leaving people — who are going to consume cannabis ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Aurora Cannabis facility appears to be delayed
By Collin Gallant on October 16th, 2018
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com @CollinGallant With marijuana legalization mere days away, construction of a major cannabis greenhouse in Medicine Hat appears to be delayed, or at least taking much longer than an original ambitious timeline. This month’s annual report from Aurora Cannabis states late 2019 has a potential opening date — about nine months after a stated goal ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!AHS hosting a cancer education event to be broadcast from Margery E. Yuill centre
By Gillian Slade on October 16th, 2018
Medicine Hat News A cancer education event is taking place Oct. 26 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Those living with cancer are invited to attend a free Alberta Health Services event designed to help them with life after treatment. It is also open to families and friends of cancer patients and survivors, as well ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alberta kicks off its influenza vaccination schedule
By Gillian Slade on October 16th, 2018
gslade@medicinehatnews.com @MHNGillianSlade On the first day of free flu vaccinations this season, Hatters had the choice of pharmacies and physicians on Monday. At Greg’s Remedy’s Rx there was a fairly steady stream of people arriving for flu shots — no appointment required. Alberta Health Services commences its flu vaccination clinics in the area on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wright’s Jewelry turns 120, the longest family-owned business in town
By Mo Cranker on October 16th, 2018
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com @MHNmocranker The Hat’s longest-standing family-owned business is reaching yet another milestone. Wright’s Jewelry turned 120 this year and has been a go-to store for Medicine Hatters for everything jewelry and watches. (Only the Medicine Hat News has been in business in the Gas City longer than Wright’s Jewelry.) “The Wright’s Jewelry business is even ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local schools ready for legalization
By Jeremy Appel on October 16th, 2018
jappel@medicinehatnews.com @MHNJeremyAppel Medicine Hat’s public and Catholic school boards say they are prepared for Wednesday’s legalization of marijuana. Medicine Hat Public School Division superintendent Mark Davidson says the board’s policy on alcohol and drug use has been adjusted slightly to reflect cannabis legalization. “Largely, those changes don’t have an impact on how schools respond to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Science Olympics offer fun for all
By Mo Cranker on October 15th, 2018
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com @MHNmocranker Medicine Hat College was full of children ready to learn Saturday during the 27th annual Science Olympics. The event is held by Praxis in conjunction with the college’s education program — giving young Hatters a chance to learn some science and hopeful teachers a chance to do some teaching. “We’re excited to be ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Runners take on half-marathon
By Mo Cranker on October 15th, 2018
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com @MHNmocranker Medicine Hatters were out in the cold Saturday morning for the city’s annual half-marathon. The Conquer the Ridge race starts at Echo Dale Regional Park and offers runners five, 10 and 21.1-kilometre courses — the longest of which has participants running around the Clarion Hotel and back to Echo Dale. “It’s going to ... Read More »
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