MPs approve softened Israel-Gaza motion as Liberals dodge vote to recognize Palestine
The societal fissures forming around the war between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip played out Monday in the House of Commons as an NDP motion to recognize Palestine as a state was turned on its head before the final vote.MPs debated the non-binding but highly symbolic motion for hours, reflecting the emotional dis...
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Medicine Hat council removes need for mayoral sign-off on major city procurement costs to reduce red tape
Medicine Hat city council has given high-level staff the ability to sign off on major procurement costs without requiring the signature of the mayor and city clerk in a decision that's expected to reduce red tape for those the city does business with.Mayor Linnsie Clark raised concerns over losing an element of account...
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City of Medicine Hat updates social media policy to address security, employee use of personal accounts
The City of Medicine Hat has updated its social media policy for the first time since 2011 with a focus on updating language, improving security and setting employee guidelines, changes that bring it up to speed with similar organizations. The new policy - approved unanimously by council on Monday - aligns the city wi...
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Medicine Hat council removes need for mayoral sign-off on major city procurement costs to reduce red tape
Medicine Hat city council has given high-level staff the ability to sign off on major procurement costs without requiring the signature of the mayor and city clerk in a decision that's expected to reduce red tape for those the city does business with.Mayor Linnsie Clark raised concerns over losing an element of account...
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Explore Our Prairie Forest takes hold of Police Point Park
Medicine Hat's recent warm weather has led to the city's trails and parks seeing more activity, especially Police Point Park where the "Explore Our Prairie Forest" event took place over the weekend.Due to the South Saskatchewan River, the park is home to a diverse ecosystem, including a 300-year-old cottonwoo...
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'Really proud of my team': Rattlers medal in ACAC championships
The Medicine Hat College Rattlers performed well at this weekends ACAC track and field championships in Edmonton.The men's team saw their overall ranking improve one spot, finishing fourth overall, while the woman hit the podium, finishing third overall.Head coach Bill Corcoran said that when another star athlete went ...
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10-year-old girl wins Cypress County t-shirt contest
A 10-year-old girl has won Cypress County's t-shirt contest with a design that shows off elements of Indigenous heritage, landscapes, wildlife, sun and Cypress Hills. When Mikayla Irwin first heard about the contest, she picked up her tablet and got to work on her design, according to a county news release. After her m...
Mar 17, 2024
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10-year-old Medicine Hat girl continues to raise money for local food bank with her baking
Mila's Bake Shop has become an annual tradition to raise money for the Root Cellar by pre-selling and baking cookies. "I wanted to give to my community," Mila said. "When I found out the Root Cellar did brown bag lunches I wanted to help out kids my age in grade two I think it was," she added. "...
Mar 10, 2024
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'I'll probably have a few tears in my eyes': Hat High takes the court for ALS awareness
According to the ALS Society of Canada, each year approximately 1,000 Canadians die from the disease and there is no cure. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, causing loss of muscle control. This Monday in Medicine Hat, the Wagenaar family ...
Mar 03, 2024
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MPs approve softened Israel-Gaza motion as Liberals dodge vote to recognize Palestine
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City of Medicine Hat updates social media policy to address security, employee use of personal accounts
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Medicine Hat council removes need for mayoral sign-off on major city procurement costs to reduce red tape
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Alberta government aiming to protect Albertans in life leases
The provincial government says it has tabled legislation to protect Albertans and ensure consistency in contracts with life lease housing operators. Life leases are described an important, alternative form of housing aimed at supporting independent living that is often tailored toward seniors. In response to recent cha...
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The cost of dying in Canada is rising
The City of Medicine Hat buries an average of one person a day for funeral processions.The costs associated with dying, including wills, burials and permits are often not known and left to the last minute. According to Canada Life, the average cost of a funeral in 2021 was $9,150. The Medicine Hat average is $2,407.CHA...
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Special weather statement in southern Alberta as winter makes a comeback
Spring may have sprung this past weekend, but it will not last long.Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for all of southern Alberta and parts of central Alberta on March 18, 2024.They say a "significant change" in weather is coming this week with cooler temperatures and 15-25 cm of snow....
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Brooks RCMP seeking missing missing 16-y
Brooks RCMP seeking missing missing 16-year-old girl
Brooks RCMP are seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing 16-year-old female. Summer Faith Taypotat was last seen at her home around 11:30 p.m. on March 16, 2024. There is concern for her wellbeing. She is described as: 5 feet 8 inches tall weighing 136 pounds Medium length light brown hair Last seen wearin...
Mar 17, 2024
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Canada
In the news today: Public tribute to Mulroney in Ottawa, February inflation report
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed on what you need to know today... Public to pay tribute to Mulroney in Ottawa Members of the public who wish to pay tribute to Brian Mulroney can visit his casket in Ottawa starting this afternoon. The former prime minister's casket ...
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As former prime minister Mulroney lies in state, public tributes in Ottawa begin
OTTAWA - Members of the public who wish to pay tribute to Brian Mulroney can visit his casket in Ottawa starting this afternoon. The former prime minister's casket is being brought to the Sir John A. Macdonald building opposite Parliament Hill this morning. Dignitaries including the Governor General and Prime Minister...
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'The lost season': Winter comes to a close as Canada's warmest on record
The warmest winter on record could have far-reaching effects on everything from wildfire season to erosion, climatologists say, while offering a preview of what the season could resemble in the not-so-distant future unless steps are taken to cut greenhouse gas emissions. Winter comes to a close on Tuesday night - earl...
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B.C. auditor to release reports on overdose prevention, safer-supply programs
VICTORIA - British Columbia's auditor general is expected to release two independent audits on government programs aimed at curbing the death toll from the toxic drug crisis. Michael Pickup's office has conducted reports on the government's overdose prevention and supervised consumption services and the first phase of...
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MPs approve softened Israel-Gaza motion as Liberals dodge vote to recognize Palestine
The societal fissures forming around the war between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip played out Monday in the House of Commons as an NDP motion to recognize Palestine as a state was turned on its head before the final vote.MPs debated the non-binding but highly symbolic motion for hours, reflecting the emotional dis...
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Quebec anti-corruption police arrest retired judge, say he inflated hours worked
MONTREAL - Quebec anti-corruption police say they have arrested a retired municipal court judge for fraud. Police say Jean Herbert, who sat on the municipal court in Longueuil, Que., south of Montreal, created fake records to inflate the time he claimed to have spent hearing cases. He is alleged to have billed the City...
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Pro-Trump Michigan attorney arrested after hearing in DC over leaking Dominion documents
An attorney facing criminal charges for illegally accessing Michigan voting machines after the 2020 election was arrested Monday after a hearing in a separate case in federal court in Washington, D.C. Stefanie Lambert was arrested by U.S. Marshals after a hearing over possible sanctions against her for disseminating co...
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Supreme Court chief justice denies ex-Trump aide Peter Navarro's bid to stave off prison sentence
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court on Monday refused to halt a prison sentence for former Trump White House official Peter Navarro as he appeals his contempt of Congress conviction. Navarro is expected to report Tuesday to a federal prison for a four-month sentence, after being found guilty of misdemeanor charges for ...
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Supreme Court extends block on Texas law that would allow police to arrest migrants
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court on Monday extended its block on a Texas law that would give police broad powers to arrest migrants suspected of illegally entering the U.S. while the legal battle it sparked over immigration authority plays out. Opponents have called the law, known as Senate Bill 4, the most dramatic...
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Sports
NHL roundup: Ovechkin joins small list to score 20 goals in at least 19 straight seasons
CALGARY, Alta (AP) - Alex Ovechkin scored twice and became the third player in NHL history to have at least 20 goals in 19 consecutive seasons as the Washington Capitals beat the Calgary Flames 5-2. The 38-year-old Ovechkin had two power-play goals in the second period as Washington won its third straight game. He join...
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Ovechkin scores twice, Capitals douse Flames 5-2
CALGARY - Alex Ovechkin became the third player in NHL history to score 20 goals in 19 consecutive seasons on Monday. The veteran Washington forward scored two power-play goals in the second period to lead the Capitals to a 5-2 victory over the Calgary Flames. Gordie Howe (22) and Brendan Shanahan (19) are the only oth...
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Basketball, music festival hang in balance in Saskatchewan teacher labour dispute
REGINA - Saskatchewan's escalating labour dispute with teachers has left a provincial basketball tournament hanging in the balance, with some students saying it's frustrating the adults can't play well together. The Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation is planning a one-day provincewide walkout Wednesday - the same day th...
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