Letters to the Editor
Shifting our attention could heal the planet
By Letter to the Editor on May 27th, 2019
The world is in crisis mode to address global warming, climate change and greenhouse gases. Like throwing a drowning man both ends of the rope, much of the responses appear useless. As we shift from fossil fuels to renewable technologies for energy, we are now heading into a solar waste crisis. Aside from glass, steel ... Read More »
1 responseLetter offered only speculation about motives, hidden agendas
By Letter to the Editor on May 25th, 2019
Re: “Climate control, then and now,” May 10 In a recent letter, Lynn Thacker points an accusing climate-skeptic finger to a new target: The Club of Rome. Sadly, instead of information, Thacker offers only speculation about motives and hidden agendas. There is no mention of the critically important ideas advanced by this group of social ... Read More »
1 responseThe election is over, but the venom persists
By Letter to the Editor on May 23rd, 2019
So many people commented on how the recent provincial election was marred by personal attacks and wild accusations. Yet here we are with the legislature about to convene and the attacks keep coming. Regardless of your political affiliation, isn’t it time to set aside insults and provocations, and instead foster reasonable, rational debate about the ... Read More »
3 responsesPay attention to the source of the food
By Letter to the Editor on May 22nd, 2019
When shopping recently I found eight kinds of frozen fish in a major grocery store. All but one of these choices were products of China or Vietnam. Naturally, I bought the one which came to us from northern Saskatchewan. Look at the labels in most food stores. It would seem Canada can’t feed itself without ... Read More »
1 responseLocal Prostate Cancer Support Group may hold the answers
By Letter to the Editor on May 22nd, 2019
Re: “What’s Up Doc?: Is the prostate-specific antigen test a public health disaster?,”April 30 The recent column refuting the value of routine annual PSA screening of men was disturbing. Prostate cancer screening is one of the most controversial issues in urology and preventative medicine. With varying recommendations on PSA screening, no consensus is established among ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Going the way of automation
By Letter to the Editor on May 21st, 2019
It’s an exciting time for automation. Suncor is set to be an industry leader by rolling out “autonomous heavy haul trucks” on their oilsands sites. Soon enough companies will be able to dispense with most of their staff, aside from the odd maintenance position, their vehicles and worksites being self-equipped to follow a series of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Challenging others to walk
By Letter to the Editor on May 18th, 2019
My name is Roger Marple. I live with Alzheimer’s and I am happy to say, challenges aside, I’m still doing well. News reporter Gillian Slade and I have done some positive articles about my journey with Alzheimer’s. The one thing I have learned is Medicine Hat people are pretty great about their perceptions and views ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Another example of ‘knee-jerk thinking’ from council
By Letter to the Editor on May 18th, 2019
The recent announcement of the city councillors not attending the FMC meeting in Quebec I feel is just another example of the council doing “knee-jerk thinking.” I understand the desire to not patronize an area you have a disagreement with but there should have been more thought and discussion concerning this action. This is not ... Read More »
2 responsesGreen leader lives what she preaches
By Letter to the Editor on May 16th, 2019
Congratulations to Elizabeth May on her environmentally friendly wedding. She lives what she preaches. I first heard of her years ago, when I lived in Halifax. As a recently graduated lawyer she was hired by an environmental organization to sue the Sidney Steel Corporation for pollution and she won. That victory earned her an instant ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Letter painted a disgusting picture
By Letter to the Editor on May 15th, 2019
Re: “City council is standing up for Alberta,” May 11 Mr. MacLaren’s letter in Saturday’s News painted a disgusting picture of Albertans. The decision by our city council to boycott the FCM conference is also a disgusting picture. It looks like the pouting, spoiled kid who says, “I’m going home cause you guys don’t play ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Why you should care about Tuberous Sclerosis Complex
By Letter to the Editor on May 15th, 2019
Why should you give a damn? It’s rare, so who cares! Hold it a second or two, and I’ll tell you. I ask people if they’ve heard of TSC. They say, “The Shopping Channel? Sure, I’ve heard of that!” No, it’s not that. It’s Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC). There currently is no cure. You should ... Read More »
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