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Pulses remain a vital crop to Canadian farmers
gslade@medicinehatnews.com @MHNGillianSlade A pulse could indicate you are alive but in this region it’s a crop that could be called the lifeblood of the industry and a good percentage of the export market. “In 2015, Canada exported 6 million tons of pulses worth nearly $4.2 billion,” says Pulse Canada on its website. “This is ... Read More »
Getting set for the post-season
srooney@medicinehatnews.com @MHNRooney A day after clinching a spot in the playoffs, the Medicine Hat Mavericks had their ace on the mound. Their usual No. 2 hitter, however, walked around Athletic Park in jeans and a T-shirt. It was an atypical night Monday as the Mavs beat the Brooks Bombers 8-1 in front of an announced ... Read More »
Pair of Rattlers soccer teams win at Red Deer tournament
Medicine Hat News Soccer team from Medicine Hat fared well at a tournament in Red Deer over the weekend. The Rattlers Athletic Soccer Club under-14 girls side went 4-0 in the Tier 3 division of the tournament, closing with an 8-3 win over the Storm (location unknown) Sunday afternoon. They beat the Renegades 7-1 and ... Read More »
July 24, 2017
1921 ~ MARGARET HERINGHAUS ~ 2017 Margaret Helene Emma Heringhaus of Medicine Hat, passed away at the Meadowlands Retirement Residence on Thursday, July 20th, 2017 at the age of 95 years. Margaret leaves to cherish her memory two great nephews, Michael Heringhaus and Thomas Heringhaus; and her godson, Frank (Lorraine) Hilgendorf. Margaret was predeceased by ... Read More »
Doctor Game: Need cataract surgery? Here’s what you should know
Do you remember the Holiday Inn ad? It stated, “There are no surprises at the Holiday Inn.” But, unlike Holiday Inns, there’s no such thing as surprise-free or risk-free surgery. To get an update about cataract surgery I interviewed Dr. Raymond Stein, medical director of the Bochner Eye Institute, and associate professor of ophthalmology at ... Read More »
To Your Health: Creative prescriptions for better health
If you have ever participated in something creative you probably know the sense of relaxation and calm that can be derived. In the U.K. there has even been talk about physicians prescribing creativity pursuits such as attending an art class or a poetry workshop because of the positive benefits in boosting health and a sense ... Read More »
Clubs Calendar July 24-30
MONDAY — Do you have a drinking problem? Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held seven days a week in Medicine Hat. For times and locations, call 403-527-2065. — Moms’ Walking Group, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., meet in Mall Food Court in front of A&W. Walk, then have coffee. — TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 5:30 p.m., ... Read More »
Guest Column: Concerns over household debt in Canada are overblown
Troy Media THUNDER BAY, Ont. With headlines about Canadian household debt hitting record levels and dire warnings from top policy-makers such as Bank of Canada governor Stephen Poloz, Canadians may think household debt is out of control. The concerns, however, often fail to properly account for the other side of the balance sheet. Yes, Canadian ... Read More »
‘Great Big Paddle’ sends Hatters down the river
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com @MHNmocranker More than 60 paddlers took to the South Saskatchewan River Saturday for the third annual Great Big Paddle event. The event was held this year by Tourism Medicine Hat with the help of the Medicine Hat Paddling Club. Organizer Abby Czibere said the event is all about getting as many people out, and ... Read More »
One dead following weekend vehicle collision near Taber
Medicine Hat News An 18-year-old woman is dead following a serious collision near Taber on July 21. RCMP were dispatched at 10:20 p.m. to the two-vehicle collision that occurred at the intersection of Highway 526 and Highway 36. A car was traveling eastbound on Highway 526 when it collided with an SUV which was traveling ... Read More »
Annual horseshoe tournament brings people from across province to the Hat
mcranker@medicinehatnews.com @MHNmocranker This weekend marked the biggest of the year for local horseshoe throwers. The Medicine Hat Horseshoe Club held its annual tournament, hosting throwers from all over the province for two days of competitive horseshoes. “We’re having a nice tournament, with lots of locals and people from all around the province,” said the club’s ... Read More »
