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Living life to the fullest
The phrase I hate the most is the “struggle with mental illness.” Life is a struggle. That is how we learn. I am not minimizing mental illness but it teaches us certain things. It teaches us to take each moment as it comes. To ride the rollercoaster. I do not miss my life before I ... Read More »
Hedley is coming out of the cage and into Medicine Hat
cbrown@medicinehatnews.com @MHNBrown Valentine’s Day just got a whole lot sweeter for any singles going to see Hedley Feb. 14 at the Canalta Centre. But you’re going to have to share and play nice. “If anybody’s coming that doesn’t have a Valentine just consider us your Valentine’s date, Medicine Hat,” guitarist Dave Rosin said this week. ... Read More »
Retiring owners bid Mario’s adieu
tkalinowski@medicinehatnews.com @MHNTimKal Beautiful music, fabulous entertainers, great food and a strong feeling of community — these elements have been hallmarks of Mario’s story in Medicine Hat for the past 40 years. On Feb. 24, this perennial favourite restaurant and local institution will close its doors for the final time as owners Sharon and Kevin Pudwell ... Read More »
Always room to improve child mental health services
tkalinowski@medicinehatnews.com @MHNTimKal Medicine Hat and its surrounding region has a variety of services to support children and youth with mental health and addiction issues, says Coralee Rahn, manager of AHS Youth, Child, Family and Prevention Services in the city, but that does not mean there is not room for even more. “We do see an ... Read More »
Morning road conditions lead to TCH collision frenzy
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com @MHNmocranker No injuries were reported after three separate collisions on the Trans-Canada Highway Friday morning, but the Medicine Hat Police Service is urging Hatters to slow down and drive according to road conditions. The MHPS first responded to a three-vehicle collision at 6:48 a.m. Friday near the dip in the highway at Kin Coulee, ... Read More »
Pipeline through B.C. or bust for Notley: Groom
gslade@medicinehatnews.com @MHNGillianSlade The lack of meaningful progress on Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain pipeline is all about politics, being less than two years from provincial and federal elections, says a local political science instructor. Premier Rachel Notley’s success or failure in getting Alberta oil to tidewater could be crucial in the next election. “It is ... Read More »
Sought-after soprano and countertenor performing in Medicine Hat on Feb. 20
Medicine Hat News A show that you would normally have to travel to Vancouver, Toronto or even further to see is coming to our own backyard. Renowned Canadian singers Suzie LeBlanc and Daniel Taylor will perform at the Esplanade on Feb. 20. LeBlanc is one of the most sought-after early music sopranos of her generation, ... Read More »
By the Way: Peace United Church in Irvine to celebrate 100 years on Sunday
Light filtering in through stained glass windows — and a window or two that had been broken and replaced with clear glass — illuminated the sanctuary with warmth. There was a restful quiet in there, like the feeling that comes with stepping outside alone at night during the type of snowfall where the flakes drift ... Read More »
Insurance Understood: Doughnut sprinkles
Tim Hortons is a popular place to pick up doughnuts this time of year. My daughters’ eyes widen when they see doughnuts with sprinkles! Your eyes may widen as you read how sprinkles may save you tax. Really — stay with me for a bit. I’m talking about an RRSP or RRIF sprinkle strategy; which ... Read More »
Quenneville sets a new standard
rmccracken@medicinehatnews.com @MHNMcCracken David Quenneville rewrote the history books on Friday night at the Canalta Centre. The 19-year-old Medicine Hat Tigers blueliner recorded a pair of assists in a 4-0 victory over the Calgary Hitmen to pass Kris Russell for the team’s all-time defensive scoring record at 197 points. “It’s not every day you get to ... Read More »
Injury casts cloud over Rattlers win
srooney@medicinehatnews.com @MHNRooney Friday’s win might be remembered more for what the Medicine Hat College Rattlers lost. A first-quarter injury to starting guard Kendell Kuntz took the energy right out of the building, but solid fourth-quarter defence helped the hosts earn a 66-63 win over the Briercrest Clippers. “It really puts a damper on everything, it ... Read More »
