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Hudson’s Bay closed Monday to deal with flooding from sprinkler system
By Medicine Hat News on December 18th, 2019
The Hudson’s Bay store in Medicine Hat Mall was closed on Monday and teams of people were removing an accumulation of water. A spokesperson for the company at it’s corporate headquarters in Toronto said the flood was “due to a sprinkler malfunction”. There was no response to queries about the extent of the flooding. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Richmound, Sask. has a new mayor, who wins election without contest
By Medicine Hat News on December 17th, 2019
Richmound, Sask. has a new mayor. Brad Miller was the only nominated candidate in a byelection that was to be held in the village located east of Hilda, Alta., about 100 kilometres northeast of Medicine Hat on the Saskatchewan side of the provincial boundary. That seat opened in late October with the resignation of former ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Prairie Sprinter hosting a tour of Christmas lights tonight
By Medicine Hat News on December 17th, 2019
There’s nothing like a tour of homes with beautiful displays of Christmas lights, and tonight you don’t even need to do the driving – just sit back and enjoy. Prairie Sprinter is offering a Twinkle Tour and proceeds will be given to the Medicine Hat and District Food Bank. A school bus will depart from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!LTE cell service still lacking in remote areas of the province
By Medicine Hat News on December 17th, 2019
Areas south of the Cypress Hills, as well as far northern Alberta are still without LTE cellular phone service, according to a new report from the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission. Throughout Canada, 99 per cent of cellphone customers have access to the rating of service, which stands for “Long Term Evolution” and denotes a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Events Calendar Dec. 16-22, 2019
By Medicine Hat News on December 16th, 2019
Dec. 16 – Colouring in the Afternoon, MH Public Library, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Dec. 16 – Family Game Night, MH Public Library, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Dec. 17 – Stitching in the Afternoon, MH Public Library, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Dec. 17 – Medicine for the Soul Book Club, MH Public Library, 6:30-8 p.m. Dec. 17 – St.Mary’s School Christmas ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Dunmore home hosting Holiday event
By GILLIAN SLADE on December 14th, 2019
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade An animated Christmas light display at a home in Dunmore is also holding a special event on Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at 510 Third Avenue. Santa will be handing out candy canes to the children. Save on Foods is providing hot chocolate and cookies. To keep warm there will also be a bonfire, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Final council meeting is a doozy
By COLLIN GALLANT on December 14th, 2019
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant The winter solstice is the longest night of the year, but city council’s final meeting of 2019 on Monday could be right up there. Still, an anxiously awaited update to the city’s budget to account for provincial budget cuts plus a half-dozen public hearings likely won’t set a record. The agenda for Monday’s meeting ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Entrepreneurial savvy put to test at MHC
By Medicine Hat News on December 14th, 2019
Medicine Hat College business students had a Dragon’s Den-style business pitching competition last week, featuring products such as edible shotglasses and a house sitting app. Jaubron Widdis was part of the team that won first prize in the second section with Hide-a-Shot, a biodegradable, water-soluble shotglass that contains a pre-portioned drink of your choice. “It’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Little Owl Learning Centre hosting children’s Christmas party Sunday
By MO CRANKER on December 13th, 2019
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com@MHNmocranker A local learning centre is opening its doors Sunday and inviting Hat children to a Christmas event. Little Owl Learning Centre will be open from 1-4 p.m. and it will offer activities to children. “This is best suited for kids aged two to six but their siblings are welcome,” said owner Justine Mann. “We’re ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Project Rainbow hosting potluck dinner to promote inclusiveness over the Holidays
By Medicine Hat News on December 13th, 2019
Project Rainbow Medicine Hat is hosting a family winter holiday potluck dinner Dec. 18 and everyone’s invited. A poster advertising the event describes it as “a festive meal with vegan options available in a 2SLBGTQIA+ inclusive environment.” Guests are encouraged to bring their own holiday-inspired dishes to Today Is INC on N. Railway Street SE. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Grain marketing firm to build new elevator at Swift
By Medicine Hat News on December 13th, 2019
Grain marketing company G3 will build a new high-efficiency elevator at Swift Current in 2020, the successor to the Canadian Wheat Board announced on Thursday morning. The facility, complete with loop-track loading scheme, would have a capacity of 42,000 tonnes and, pending final regulatory approval, would accept deliveries in 2021. The Winnipeg-based firm that acquired ... Read More »
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