Commentary

Dear editor, Often when elected members speak, percentages are used to support their political position, but can the facts be substantiated? MLA Wright stated in the Medicine Hat News (Feb. 18), the Cypress Courier (Feb. 25) and another local paper “more than 60% of the province does not agree with solar and wind power.” I [...] Read More »

Dear editor, Concerned citizens attended the Alberta Prosperity Project presentation held in Redcliff. The talk was an orchestrated presentation of misinformation mixed with the zeal of a Christian Nationalism rally. Hung up on the Trudeau war cry (someone please update them), they presented misleading information on COVID and vaccines, at times referring to a globalist [...] Read More »

Dear editor, The Alberta Prosperity Project, a group promoting Alberta sovereignty, held a meeting in Redcliff on April 9. They advocate for an Alberta Pension Plan. If what they state in meetings is what they have on their website, it might be worthwhile to consider the following: 1. The Prosperity Project bases its calculations on [...] Read More »

Dear editor, We aren’t people anymore. We are instead labelled “consumers,” so therefore our value depends on how much we consume. We are but cogs in the consumption-for-consumption-sake economic machine. Or are we? Media commentators and so-called social influencers give us this “consumer” label over and over. We must buy more to prevent economic recession. [...] Read More »

Dear editor, An open letter to Premier Danielle Smith, Please understand that you do not speak for me, nor do you speak for as many Albertans as you claim. You merely speak for those who belong to your party, the UCP. In the last election over 45% of Albertan voters did not mark their ballots [...] Read More »

Source: Editing Luke Cadillac Ranch Along Route 66 in Amarillo, Texas As one of the most popular and recognizable roadside attractions along Route 66 in Amarillo, Texas, Cadillac Ranch continues to draw visitors, artists, and lots and lots of spray paint. Made up of 10 Cadillacs with their noses buried in the ground, this art [...] Read More »

Source: Editing Luke Cadillac Ranch RV Park & Gift Shop Located near the popular Cadillac Ranch in Texas, the RV Park and Cadillac Ranch Gift Shop has a unique display of beveled Cadillacs (in the style of the popular Route 66 attraction) to attract passing motorists on the western edge of Amarillo. [...] Read More »

Source: Editing Luke Seinfeld Restaurant in New York City Tom’s Restaurant, the location made famous as Monk’s Cafe on Seinfeld, is still attracting crowds of fans from its heyday in the 90s. Only used for exteriors on the TV show, Tom’s is still incredibly familiar and fits nicely into a pop culture walking tour of [...] Read More »

Source: Editing Luke London Underground: Mind the Gap A few snapshots from the Underground / Tube in London, England. [...] Read More »

Source: Editing Luke Royal British Columbia Museum in Victoria A few visual highlights from the Royal BC Museum in Victoria, British Columbia. [...] Read More »

@@CollinGallant Expect to hear more, or maybe not, about the Saamis Solar Park in the weeks ahead, as well as the tips of the waves regarding the idea of setting up a municipally controlled corporation to operate the city’s energy division. That’s the word from administrators at committee this week. They are preparing initial analysis [...] Read More »

Oh, how happy political reporters would be if the old-fashioned scrum became a reality again. Defined on dictionary.com as “a chaotic, rushed attempt by multiple reporters to question one or more politicians, celebrities, etc.,” a political scrum at an event featuring federal leaders would be, for the reporters anyway, the best part of the day. [...] Read More »

As we move through the first session of Alberta’s 31st Legislature, our government has introduced a comprehensive suite of legislation designed to modernize our regulatory framework, strengthen our economy, and enhance services for Albertans. These bills represent our commitment to delivering practical solutions to the challenges facing our province today. Reducing red tape, enhancing efficiency [...] Read More »

The unthinkable has happened in our community as a family has lost their teenage son to suicide. As a stepparent to two boys now in their 20s, I have witnessed the struggles they faced when navigating not only their teenage years but also their mental health. My heart and the hearts of everyone in this [...] Read More »

@@CollinGallant Just when you thought it was safe to wade back to municipal politics, a move by the province to eliminate codes of conduct has stirred the waters of local controversy. In Medicine Hat the code is at the centre of a dispute that thrust larger issues with the working relationship on council into the [...] Read More »

Tickled Pink Very unhealthy air in the city in spring time because of all the dirt on the roads. Plow blades on the sanding trucks would eliminate the problem, or is it a make work program? Ticked Off The mini roundabouts on Eighth Street SE are the biggest waste of taxpayer dollars by this council. [...] Read More »

Tickled Pink I think Kingsway should be closed off permanently and turned into a pedestrian mall. We did that in Halifax several years ago and everyone loved it. Businesses thrived. Tickled Pink That all the trees and flowers are starting to grow and blossom. Yay, it’s spring again! Ticked Off At dog owners. Off leash [...] Read More »

Tickled Pink Ovechkin surpassing Gretzky’s goal scoring record is a stunning accomplishment. To think that any player has to score 90 goals per season for 10 seasons, or even 45 goals over the course of 20 seasons is just crazy. Congrats, Ovi. Tickled Pink Why do people believe Canada is broken and the Liberal leadership [...] Read More »

Ticked Off Our premier seems to be the only one who doesn’t get it. Donald Trump doesn’t care what you say, think or do. I sure wish we had a provincial election much sooner before she destroys Alberta beyond repair. Tickled Pink That you are here reading this Tickled Pink! Yes, you! You are needed [...] Read More »

Ticked Off What a wake-up call for Canada. We have relied on the U.S. for so long, we find ourselves in a position of having to fight back and it’s gonna hurt to build us back up. The orange-haired ogre has actually given us a chance to become self-reliant. These people who want to join [...] Read More »