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Schools remain open, but boards ready if that changes
By JEREMY APPEL on March 14th, 2020
jappel@medicinehatnews.com@MHNJeremyAppel The three local school boards continue to implement measures to protect against the spread of COVID-19, but classes will remain in session absent an order from the government to the contrary. Ontario and Manitoba have both suspended K-12 classes – the former for two weeks and the latter for three. Medicine Hat Catholic Board ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Local leaders say not to panic about COVID-19
By GILLIAN SLADE on March 14th, 2020
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade Leaders in the community say there is no need to panic about the COVID-19 virus. Mayor Ted Clugston has distilled his advice into four “Cs”: stay calm, be cautious, compassionate and courteous. “Things will work out….. I think we are being abundantly careful here in Medicine Hat,” said Clugston. Pat Dietrich, a local retired ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City enacts emergency plan, not state
By COLLIN GALLANT on March 14th, 2020
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant The City of Medicine Hat has enacted its emergency management plan – measures to continue providing essential services – but not a state of emergency or measures beyond those Alberta Health recommends to tackle the spread of the coronavirus. The city will also keep its public facilities open, but continue to monitor health directives ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!McMan Parent Link dance cancelled because of COVID-19 prohibitions
By COLLIN GALLANT on March 13th, 2020
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant A family dance meant to celebrate 15 years of community service to youth and families was cancelled on Thursday due to new prohibitions meant to battle the coronavirus. That afternoon the provincial health authorities announced that it recommended that any large gathering of people be cancelled as a way to decrease the potential spread ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Country concert postponed
By Medicine Hat News on March 13th, 2020
Medicine Hat News A sold out Brad Paisley concert at the Canalta Centre scheduled for tonight has been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In a Facebook post, the Canalta Centre said it’s “assessing the situation and working with the tour management on the possibility of another date.” “We will communicate additional information including our ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Previous influenza testing being revisited by AHS
By GILLIAN SLADE on March 13th, 2020
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade Alberta Health says there is no evidence to suggest that people were experiencing COVID-19 symptoms before testing began but previous influenza laboratory tests are being revisited. “We are relying on the global evidence that is emerging around the virus and focusing on detecting new cases and take immediate action to protect the health of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nominations open for Special Area seat
By Medicine Hat News on March 12th, 2020
The process to fill a vacant seat on the Special Areas board for an area northwest of Jenner has begun. A nomination day for district 4, which includes Cessford, Wardlow and Pollockville, is set for next month to determine candidates for a byelection for the seat in Special Areas No. 2 The vacancy will open ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Air Canada ending service in Medicine Hat indefinitely
By medicinehatnews on March 11th, 2020
cbrown@medicinehatnews.com@MHNBrown Air Canada will be discontinuing service in Medicine Hat indefinitely as of April 1. According to a release from the Medicine Hat & District Chamber of Commerce, representatives from the airline made the decision known on March 10. “We are very disappointed by the announcement, as Air Canada has provided service to Medicine Hat ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alleged drunk driver hits the ditch, causes $12K in damage to her vehicle
By Medicine Hat News on March 11th, 2020
A woman accused of impaired driving caused $12,000 worth of damage to her vehicle Monday night. Around 10:15 p.m., police received a call about a single-vehicle accident on Industrial Avenue at Iron Avenue. The lone occupant of a 2018 Hyundai Sonata travelling eastbound on Industrial Avenue drove the vehicle into a ditch. She received minor ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!UPDATE: Kyle Duchcherer, missing since Sunday, found and is safe
By medicinehatnews on March 10th, 2020
UPDATE from MHPS on Wednesday evening: Missing Person LocatedKyle Duchcherer, previously reported as missing has been located and is safe. The Medicine Hat Police Service would like thank members of the public for their assistance in this matter. ——————— Medicine Hat police are asking for the public’s help to locate a man who hasn’t been ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alberta now has its seventh confirmed case of COVID-19
By GILLIAN SLADE on March 10th, 2020
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade Three new cases of COVID-19 have been identified in Alberta bringing the total to seven after about 1,000 tests in the last couple days. Dr. Deena Hinshaw, chief medical officer of health, says all are in isolation in their own homes and that they have the support of public health officials. “While additional cases ... Read More »
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