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$1M surprise of a lifetime for local couple
By Medicine Hat News on October 3rd, 2018
Medicine Hat News Robert Cheverie got quite a shock when his wife Ann checked their Lotto 6/49 ticket and discovered they won $1 million on the Aug. 29 Guaranteed Prize draw. “I was walking around the store, and I heard Ann screaming and freaking out,” he said. “I got to her as quickly as I ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!No pot bylaw, at least for now
By Collin Gallant on October 2nd, 2018
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com @CollinGallant City council on Monday defeated a local bylaw that would have beefed up provincial rules for public use of cannabis. Some councillors argued the community has called for tougher standards than contained in a proposal to regulate the soon-to-be-legal substance similar to tobacco. Some said rules more akin to alcohol were in order, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!National Newspaper Week aims to raise awareness of local media importance
By Mo Cranker on October 2nd, 2018
Medicine Hat News Monday marked the first day of National Newspaper Week, and Canadians are being reminded of how important newspapers are in communities across the country. “Newspapers have always been a vehicle for people in the community to have a dialogue, give differences of opinion and to have their voices heard,” said Southern Alberta ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alberta government to cover HIV prevention drug for high-risk citizens
By Mo Cranker on October 2nd, 2018
Medicine Hat News The government of Alberta will begin covering the cost of medication that can reduce the risk of contracting HIV, it announced in a press release Monday. HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis helps reduce the risk of HIV infection, but costs roughly $250 per month. The government announced it will be making generic versions of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Power drops below provincial cap
By Collin Gallant on October 2nd, 2018
Medicine Hat News The cost of electricity will dip in October for city utility customers as the market rate falls below a price cap set by the provincial government. Natural gas will rise slightly compared to September, but remains at near all-time lows, according to a schedule released Monday by the City of Medicine Hat ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Day of Older Persons recognizes society’s building blocks
By Jeremy Appel on October 2nd, 2018
jappel@medicinehatnews.com @MHNJeremyAppel The Alberta government has proclaimed Oct. 1 as the official Day of Older Persons, honouring contributions — both past and present — of senior citizens. The UN chose the date as a recognized day for seniors, which the government formally recognized for the first time in 2017. “We make up a big percentage ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Several SW Sask. areas lacking in candidacy interest; acclamations and extended deadlines issued
By Collin Gallant on October 2nd, 2018
Medicine Hat News A wave of acclamations have come in ahead of elections in southwest Saskatchewan later this month when residents will choose new representatives in even-numbered divisions of rural municipalities. However, several races will see voting take place, and in several others, the nomination period has been extended when there were no declared candidates. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!SE counties, irrigation districts sharing in disaster relief funds
By Collin Gallant on October 2nd, 2018
Medicine Hat News Counties in southeastern Alberta, along with five irrigation districts in the area, will share in disaster relief funds from the province after wildfires last fall or flooding this spring. Cypress County and the Municipal District of Acadia are listed as those receiving funds in a press release from the Alberta Ministry of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Counsellors kick off Mental Illness Awareness Week
By Jeremy Appel on October 2nd, 2018
jappel@medicinehatnews.com @MHNJeremyAppel Alberta Health Services kicked off Mental Illness Awareness Week at Zucchini Blossom Market & Cafe on Monday, with two counsellors there to listen and let people suffering know they’re supported. Michelle Sauve, a tobacco reduction counsellor with AHS, says the week “is intended to shine a spotlight on the fact that many Canadians ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Video of paint being dumped on Pride sidewalk released
By Medicine Hat News on October 1st, 2018
The Medicine Hat Police Service released surveillance footage Monday of two people vandalizing the local college’s rainbow crosswalk over the weekend. Staff Sgt. Ryan Thorburn says the MHPS hopes the video helps the public identify the perpetrators. “Hopefully over the next couple of nights we can figure out who’s responsible,” he said, adding that the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hatters brave the cold, Run for the Cure
By Mo Cranker on October 1st, 2018
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com @MHNmocranker The CIBC Run for the Cure has become a staple in more than 50 communities across the country. The event took place Sunday at Echo Dale and was the fourth annual event under the CIBC banner. “The event is really about creating awareness around breast cancer and getting together for a morning of ... Read More »
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