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Collectors Corner: Large penny, small nickel
By Ron Schmidt on February 29th, 2020
medhatcsc@live.com The coins I am writing about here are not the normal-size penny and nickel. The “large” penny is about the size of a loonie and the “small” nickel is smaller than a dime. It’s very often mistaken for a dime. The first of the large pennies under the Province of Canada was issued in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: Counting to 40
By Rev. Dr. Nancy Cocks on February 29th, 2020
Last Wednesday marked the beginning of Lent. In some Christian traditions, Lent is a time to give something up. Usually something enjoyable, so one experiences a bit of self-denial for the season approaching the Cross. We reflect on what Jesus has given up for humankind. Mind you, I remember the year I gave up parsnips ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Ooey gooey homemade plastic
By Patty Rooks on February 29th, 2020
praxis@praxismh.ca@PraxisMedHat I know I have many loyal readers out there that love to learn new and exciting slime recipes when I come up with them. This week, I have tried something a bit different than slime – do not get me wrong, it is still pretty ooooeyyy and goooey to play with. In my opinion ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Insurance Understood: Review the medical provisions in your insurance policy
By Steve Meldrum on February 29th, 2020
steve@swellwealth.com Do you have a doctor? Did it take long to find a doctor? Will you have a doctor next year? If you do, will you receive the same level of care that you have in the past? Albertans are now facing these questions. The government is changing the way the way that doctors are ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Psyched Up: Hard work and courage can get you anywhere
By Dr. Linda Hancock on February 28th, 2020
office@drlindahancock.com When my granddaughter Janaya graduated from high school in Saskatoon the school gave her a $1,000 scholarship for university. She is intelligent but also has an amazing work ethic and invests a lot of time into her studies. Intelligence plus hard work are a good formula for doing well. Even though she played the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Viva Vitality: Reading is an important part of helping your child learn language
By Amanda Poll on February 28th, 2020
amanda.poll@ahs.ca Language is how we use words or gestures to communicate with each other. Anyone who has ever learned a new language knows how difficult it can be – but can you imagine learning a first language? It is a huge task! Reading books together can allow you to have fun with your child and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clubs Calendar Feb. 24-March 1, 2020
By Medicine Hat News on February 24th, 2020
MONDAY – Do you have a drinking problem? Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held seven days a week in Medicine Hat. For times and locations, call 403-527-2065. – Moms’ Walking Group, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., meet in Mall Food Court in front of A&W. Walk, then have coffee. – TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 5:30 p.m., ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Financial Focus: The benefits of global diversification
By Craig Elder on February 22nd, 2020
Canadians are guilty of what is called “home bias” when it comes to their investments. Those that have all their equity exposure, or a significant portion of their equity exposure, in Canada, are not taking advantage of the global growth opportunities that exist outside of our country. To prove a point about the benefits of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Praxis: Thoughts of spring will sprout soon
By Patty Rooks on February 22nd, 2020
praxis@praxismh.ca@PraxisMedHat I hope that everyone enjoyed the week break from school! It was a nice week weather wise. I hope that you were able to get outside and enjoy some of those great winter sports we are so fortunate to have around here. Of course, the warmer weather has me thinking about spring. I am ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!By the Way: The Gift of Worship
By Rev. Shane Hein on February 22nd, 2020
You shall have no other gods. – the First of the Ten Commandments. On Jan. 26 a helicopter flying over the Los Angeles suburb of Calabasas crashed killing all nine people aboard, including the pilot. Four of the other eight victims were pre-teen girls on their way to a basketball tournament, and one of the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heritage in the Hat: Victoria Nurses’ Home
By Malcolm Sissons on February 22nd, 2020
Once upon a time, Medicine Hat was the premier medical centre between Vancouver and Winnipeg! It had the only hospital, taking in the first patients in 1890. The medical complex grew to include a maternity hospital, a nurses’ residence, a clinic and a morgue. Two nurses, Miss Reynolds and Miss Birtles, did the nursing, but ... Read More »
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