Police set to bust impaired drivers at four Hat stops
The first of four planned sobriety checks resulted in three charges and seven 24 hour suspensions after 700 vehicles were checked from 10 p.m. Saturday to 4 a.m. Sunday. Officers cited no insurance and unauthorized use of a licence plate and a marijuana possession charge. Impromptu stops will follow around Dec 28 29 and 31 with extra patrols to deter drunk driving.
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RCMP
Barry Steier
Steier
Motor Vehicle Administration Act
Callaghan (Inn
Zone 3 garbage pickup altered for Christmas week
Waste collection in Zone 3 adjusts for the holidays with no service on Christmas Day December 25 and Boxing Day December 26. Residents should place waste out earlier or follow local guidelines for holiday collection changes.
Wood illuminated renewal at Festival of Lights wedding
Hatters Jennifer and Ray Herrell renewed vows at Lover's Lane during Medicine Hat Festival of Lights. The fifth anniversary marked with a 5 p.m. ceremony, hayride, and family attendance, aided by the Chamber of Commerce. The couple aims to boost attendance and ensure the tradition continues.
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Jennifer
Ray Herrell
Herrell
Lover's Lane
Chamber of Commerce
Josie Doll
The
Chamber
Doll
Herrell’s
Dave Galasso Iennifer
Light Park
In Coulee
Arious
Municipalities push back on gambling policy in Alberta
Red Deer mayor Gail Surkan says five of ten municipalities including Medicine Hat oppose the province's gaming policy, which would assign broader casino licensing roles to municipalities. Hat council backs more public input, while cities warn costs and consultation time rise. Alberta Liquor and Gaming Commission notes broad support for public input. new policies expected January.
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Red Deer
Gail Surkan
Medicine Hat
Surkan
Hat
Garth Vallely
Jody Korchinski
Alberta Liquor and Gaming Commission
Theft rises as vehicle entries spike across city
Police report an uptick in theft under five thousand with purses and wallets stolen from smashed vehicle windows. Dec 15 four entries occurred at the Weiner Center Eagles Club Lobster Pot and Southridge Crescent. Dec 19 20 at CAPE School and Mother Teresa School. Additional incidents include break ins hit and runs and recovered stolen vehicles.
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Weiner Center
Eagles Club
Lobster Pot
Southridge Crescent
Cape School
Mother Teresa School
The
Legion
Kin Plex
Alberta
Rossdale Way
S.E
Safe driving and home safety tips for Christmas travel
The Medicine Hat Police Service urges pre travel precautions. Secure your home with neighbors watching, have daily checks, and plan to leave early to reduce stress and accident risk. Drive defensively, watch others on the road, and stay calm during the Christmas season.
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Medicine Hat Police Service
9-1-1
Semi trailer thefts under investigation in Medicine Hat
Crime Stoppers seeks tips on Nov 17 18 thefts at Wal-Mart and Border Town Express on Semrau Drive N W. Unknowns removed locks and seals from semi trailers. a box of French fries was taken. Damages exceed 1000 dollars with up to 2000 reward for info. Call 527 TIPS or 1 800 222 8477.
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Wal-Mart
Border Town Express
Semrau Drive
N.W
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