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City notebook: Bored enough to take a guess
By Collin Gallant on September 22nd, 2018
August holds the dog days, devoid of much to do or talk about. Vacations are scheduled, golf balls drift through the air, most everyone who can usually kicks off work early. September, too, it seems hasn’t been much to talk about. The last two city council meetings have lasted an average length of 17 minutes. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Moose Lodge boosts several local groups with $42,000
By Jeremy Appel on September 22nd, 2018
Medicine Hat News The Medicine Hat Moose Lodge No. 1073 hosted its annual roast beef dinner fundraiser Friday, handing $42,000 out to 15 community groups. Treasurer and past president Don Collins says the Moose has been at its current location for about three years, although the organization has been in the Hat since 1912. “We’re ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Drug trial focuses on admissibility of search evidence
By Jeremy Appel on September 22nd, 2018
jappel@medicinehatnews.com @MHNJeremyAppel The second trial day for Aaron Hotchen’s single charge of possession for the purposes of trafficking methamphetamine hinged on the admissibility of evidence gathered from police surveillance of the accused. Defence lawyer Marc Crarer brought forth a Charter application Friday at Medicine Hat Provincial Court as part of the trial’s voir dire, which ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Palliser Primary Care Network appoint Blake Pedersen as board’s community director
By Gillian Slade on September 22nd, 2018
Medicine Hat News Palliser Primary Care Network has appointed a community director to its board — former Medicine Hat MLA Blake Pedersen. The position is for a three-year term that would conclude June 2021 with the option of a second term that would conclude in June 2021. “Mr. Pedersen is a committed community volunteer and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!PTHAC meets Monday at Medicine Hat Regional Hospital
By Gillian Slade on September 22nd, 2018
Medicine Hat News The Palliser Triangle Health Advisory Council’s monthly meeting will be held Monday at Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, noon to 3 p.m. The public is welcome. The meeting is held in the meeting room on level three in the hospital and the agenda includes an opportunity for public comments. Also on the agenda ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Helium royalty fears unfounded
By Collin Gallant on September 21st, 2018
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com @CollinGallant Alberta Energy regulators have confirmed there is no royalty charged on helium production, taking the air out concerns from local city officials that regulation is stifling the emerging industry in the province. The news comes just as U.S. officials announced auction prices for sales of that country’s strategic supply have more than doubled ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!One more day for award nominations
By Mo Cranker on September 21st, 2018
Medicine Hat News Today is the final day to nominate someone for a Premier’s Council Award. The awards run every year and are aimed at recognizing Albertans who help create inclusive, barrier-free communities for persons with disabilities. “The awards are about recognizing individuals, groups, businesses and organizations across the province that work hard to promote ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Dog killed by airbag in collision
By Gillian Slade on September 21st, 2018
Medicine Hat News A beloved pet was killed when two vehicles collided at the intersection of Second Street NE and Altawana Avenue on Thursday morning about 8:30 a.m. One of the drivers sustained minor injuries, while a dog in the same vehicle was killed by the deployment of an airbag, according to a police report. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Court Briefs: Man pleads guilty to fraud times three
By Jeremy Appel on September 21st, 2018
jappel@medicinehatnews.com @MHNJeremyAppel A man facing counts of fraud, mischief and pulling a fire alarm, as well as numerous breaches, pled guilty Thursday at Medicine Hat Provincial Court to the bulk of charges against him. Jasen Palmer pled guilty to three counts of fraud under $5,000, one count of a false alarm and four counts each ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eight police testify in drug trial
By Jeremy Appel on September 21st, 2018
jappel@medicinehatnews.com @MHNJeremyAppel Eight police witnesses testified Thursday at Medicine Hat Provincial Court on the first day of trial for a man who originally pled guilty to drug trafficking charges before requesting the pleas be withdrawn. Aaron Grant Hotchen’s trial is for a single charge of possession for the purposes of trafficking methamphetamine, for which he ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Couple set to open distillery on South Railway in early October
By Collin Gallant on September 21st, 2018
Medicine Hat News Andy and Jen Schmunk always enjoyed making small batches of beer and liqueurs at home. Taking time off to raise their two toddlers, Jen found herself researching the art, then browsing equipment on line, then building a business plan. On Thursday they found themselves building a production line at their new shop ... Read More »
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