October 8th, 2024

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The Medicine Hat Tigers fell short Saturday night at Co-op Place. The Tigers pushed in the third period, trailing Moose Jaw 4-3, but couldn’t claw back to ultimately fall 6-3. The loss marks the fourth in a row for the Tigers, following three-straight to the Red Deer Rebels, the latest a 6-3 loss Friday at

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  • Travelling ‘Man Van’ helps many Alberta men stay a step ahead of prostate cancer

    asmith@medicinehatnews.com Saturday saw the Man Van return to Medicine Hat for the day, offering free blood testing that for many men could mean all the difference when it comes to the early detection of prostate cancer. The van, hosted by the Rockyview Hospital out of Calgary, spent several hours parked outside London Drugs in town. ... Read More »

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  • Influenza vaccines now available

    asmith@medicinehatnews.com As of Monday, influenza vaccinations are now available to eligible Albertans. Immunization appointments, both for influenza and for COVID-19 vaccines, can be booked via the Alberta Vaccine Booking System, calling 811, or by directly contacting a nearby pharmacy. “As fall approaches, it’s important to plan ahead against circulating respiratory viruses,” said Health Minister Adriana ... Read More »

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  • Clark sounds off over seven-month info request

    bmiller@medicinehatnews.com Mayor Linnsie Clark told members of council and city staff Monday that she was denied her rights as a member of the public when she was refused information available through the Freedom of Information and Protection policy in a written inquiry. She also told councillors they likely spent more public tax dollars preparing two ... Read More »

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Local Sports

  • Mavs announce coaching staff for 2025 summer

    jtubb@medicinehatnews.com@ReporterTubb The Medicine Hat Mavericks have tabbed their coaches for next summer’s WCBL season. On social media Monday, the Mavs’ announced the hiring of a head coach and two assistant coaches for the 2025 season. The Mavs have hired Jonathan Thornhill of Valley City State University to fill the head coach position. They’ve signed Ryan ... Read More »

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  • Hawks, Colts ranked by Alberta Football after weekend wins

    sports@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The Medicine Hat High Hawks and Monsignor McCoy Colts were recognized by Alberta Football after wins Friday. The Hawks, entering last week ranked No. 4 among 4A schools, beat Chinook High School 46-6 on Oct. 4. They remain ranked No. 4 in 4A. McCoy worked their way into the rankings with a 21-9 win ... Read More »

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  • Cubs suffer first loss, remain tied for first in HJHL

    sports@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews A brief step back and the Medicine Hat Cubs keep moving forward. The Cubs surrendered their first loss of the season this past weekend but quickly bounced back, maintaining top spot in the HJHL through the first three weekends. The Cubs lost 2-1 Friday at the Kinplex to the Coaldale Copperheads, tasting defeat for ... Read More »

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  • Let’s Chat: Thankful for this chance

    I recently saw a quote on Google Images that felt like a sucker punch to the gut. It says “A cancer diagnosis changes you forever. You always remember the moment it came.” I remember vividly the day they told us he had cancer. It is something you never forget. I was the one who fell ... Read More »

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  • Noteworthy: Maybe the cold weather ain’t so bad after all

    There are a number of great reasons why we live in one of the best places on earth, but perhaps the most important one is weather. I know, I know, 40-below with a wind in the dead of winter is no treat, but it’s rarely a killer or a destructive force. Southern Albertans generally know ... Read More »

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  • Economics 101: Latest Canadian inflation data positive for consumers

    The Consumer Price Index declined 0.2% month over month in August after a 0.4% increase in July. This was below the average economists’ forecast calling for inflation to remain at the same level as July. In seasonally adjusted terms, headline prices were up 0.12% in August after a 0.25% increase in July. Year over year, ... Read More »

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