Opinions
Let it snow
By Medicine Hat News Opinon on December 21st, 2017
Preparations for the joyous season in Medicine Hat have been dampened this year by a distinct lack of the white stuff. Aside from a brief but voluminous dump of snow in November, there’s been brown grass, unseasonably warm temperatures and continued dry weather that’s persisted since a wet spring. Golf driving ranges remained open, outdoor ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Let Christmas be a light and a guide to a better course
By Medicine Hat News Opinon on December 20th, 2017
Building snowmen and snow castles. Lying on the snow with arms outstretched to trace the pattern of an angel, while giddily laughing as we look up at the flakes falling to catch themselves on the tips of our eyelashes. The sound of carollers on the street corners and bells jingling at Salvation Army kettles. Reddened ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eat, drink and be merry, and to each their own
By Medicine Hat News Opinon on December 19th, 2017
From staff parties, get-togethers, family gatherings and more — a big part of getting into the Christmas spirit is, well, getting into spirits. There’s the expected spike of alcohol in retail sales as people prepare for the season. Or how local police have kicked off their annual highly-visible checkstop program to discourage impaired driving because ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Guest Column: Politics 101: Governments should always encourage self-reliance
By Medicine Hat News Opinon on December 18th, 2017
I have been watching and listening to the complaining from all sides of the political spectrum about all of our current governments. I mean, the federal Liberals, the Alberta NDP and even our mostly re-elected municipal council. What do they all have in common? They are all centre left to left on the political spectrum. ... Read More »
4 responsesGuest Column: Partisan, yes, but of social justice
By Medicine Hat News Opinon on December 16th, 2017
Partisan: a strong supporter of a party, cause, or person. — Oxford Dictionary, online I admit to being partisan. However, rather than being a supporter of any party, I am a partisan of social justice, of the idea that all people should be valued equally, that privilege through birth, wealth, or connections, must not play ... Read More »
2 responsesMLA Report: The most wonderful time of the year
By Medicine Hat News Opinon on December 15th, 2017
The Christmas season is upon us and there is so much to celebrate. Myself, I look forward to the time that I get to spend with my wife, children and family. It is always so special to be able to see distant family members, nephews and nieces and to enjoy each other’s company, away from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sask.-Alta. border issues starting to simmer
By Medicine Hat News Opinon on December 15th, 2017
The Saskatchewan government’s requirement of having only Saskatchewan licensed vehicles on government construction sites perhaps hits a nerve that runs much deeper. Saskatchewan’s infrastructure minister has given a range of reasons why he felt the new rule was necessary, including Alberta having similar rules and Alberta not having a sales tax. Presumably he felt this ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Finding peace in a world seemingly intent on war
By Medicine Hat News Opinon on December 13th, 2017
For the children of the Cold War era, those born in the 1950s, ’60s, ’70s and ’80s, the constant threat of nuclear annihilation was an ever-present fear. It defined us as human beings, and set its stamp deep in our psyches. Even today those born in that era still recall horrific images of nuclear bombs ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!National Affairs: Why PM’s plan for trade between Canada and China may not work
By Medicine Hat News Opinon on December 11th, 2017
Justin Trudeau is apparently holding out for a more comprehensive trade deal with China. The prime minister should be careful what he asks for. The much-discussed but still theoretical Canada-China free trade pact has been undergoing a kind of perils-of-Pauline adventure this week. It seemed alive and well Sunday when the prime minister landed in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat picked a great partner in Swift Current for Under 17 Hockey bid
By Medicine Hat News Opinon on December 9th, 2017
Swift Current and Medicine Hat cooperating regarding junior hockey? Who knew? With the simultaneous announcement during the two communities’ respective evening council meetings on Dec. 4, the two were teaming up on an interprovincial joint-bid to try and entice the 2019 Under 17 Hockey Challenge to come to western Canada as Swift Current and Medicine ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!National Affairs: Gender, language dash Indigenous dreams
By Medicine Hat News Opinon on December 8th, 2017
It is a sign of the times that decisively mixed reviews attended Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s latest Supreme Court appointment. The qualifications of Alberta justice Sheilah Martin had little to do with the somewhat cool reception. Her credentials are impeccable and the court will be richer for her contribution. She also fits Trudeau’s goals of ... Read More »
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