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Viva Vitality: Move more, sit less!
As the winter season blankets southern Alberta, staying as active as you typically do may present a unique set of challenges. Whether contending with icy conditions and cooler temperatures or simply seeking inspiration for activities, there are numerous ways to integrate physical activity into your routine, regardless of the season. Sustaining a healthy level of ... Read More »
City plans to reapply for new south substation this fall
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant The city’s power company will reapply this fall to build a new substation in south Medicine Hat after a similar application to the Alberta Utilities Commission was denied last summer when county residents objected to its proposed location. The “Medicine Hat Southwest Substation” is now back on a list of major projects on the ... Read More »
College students aim to bring joy of gaming to hospital
asmith@medicinehatnews.com Looking to bring some joy to Medicine Hat Regional Hospital young patients, students at Medicine Hat College are encouraging people to put on their pyjamas for a purpose. Sport and event marketing and management (SEMM) students originally heard of the organization Gamers Outreach in their textbook as part of their e-sports class, said second-year ... Read More »
A number of CUPE employee contracts signed affecting local workers
@MedicineHatNews Workers at southeast Alberta’s public sector seniors housing operation have accepted an initial pay increase before beginning a four-year wage freeze, the latest update on collective bargaining in the province shows. It is one of four contracts recently filed by the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local No. 46, based in Medicine Hat, and ... Read More »
Aurora to buy out remaining stake in medical cannabis company
@MedicineHatNews Aurora Cannabis Inc. has announced a deal to buy the 90 per cent stake it doesn’t already own in medical cannabis company MedReleaf Australia. Releasing its third-quarter results on Thursday, the Edmonton-based cannabis producer also said it is increasing a credit facility by C$16 million to advance conversion of the Aurora Sun facility, in ... Read More »
Waves Swim Club races in Calgary invitational
sports@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The Medicine Hat Waves Swim Club raced in Calgary last weekend. The Waves Swim Club had 15 swimmers race at the Maverick Madness Invitational last weekend in Calgary. Here are their results: Female swimmers Avery Tweten (6): Finished fourth in 25m Fly, sixth in 25m Breast, 12th in 25m Back, 17th in 50m Back ... Read More »
Cypress councillor gives notice of motion for inspection
asmith@medicinehatnews.com During usual councillor reports during Tuesday’s Cypress County meeting, Ward 4 Coun. Robin Kurpjuweit provided advance notice of his intent to put forward a motion to request a municipal inspection. While not often used within the county’s proceedings, said Kurpjuweit, it’s within their procedural bylaw. The goal, he explained, is to provide a “heads ... Read More »
City wants to honour some mighty neighbours
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The City of Lethbridge is introducing a campaign called Mighty Neighbour: Winter Warrior edition to provide a way to shine a spotlight on people who are showing small acts of kindness and consideration to each other in the winter.  Transportation Community Coordinator, Heather Gowland said Thursday they have examples of what makes a ... Read More »
College hosts career fair
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The Lethbridge College was buzzing with students, alumni and employers during the college’s annual career fair on Thursday with booths spilling out of the gymnasium into the hallway and reaching Centre Core. Vice president Research and Partnerships and interim vice president Academic, Kenny Corscadden said around 90 employers were present hoping to recruit ... Read More »
211 providing a connection to vital services
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com The United Way Lethbridge and South Western Alberta is raising awareness about 2-1-1, a service that provides support to residents in multiple areas of life. February 11 has been designated 211 Day. In a recent release, the United Way states that 211 is a free and confidential service available 24 hours a day, ... Read More »
Edmonton man accused of selling drugs in Lethbridge to stand trial in September
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com An Edmonton man accused of selling drugs in Lethbridge nearly a year ago will stand trial later this year. Dehandre Mabior Sayed is scheduled to stand trial on Sept. 9, 10 and 12 in Lethbridge court of justice. A voir dire – a mini trial within a trial – to determine the admissibility ... Read More »
